Why Do iPod Car Adapters Suck?
July 10, 2007 – 9:13 am by Matt Radel
Filed under Audio
Seriously, why?
The iPod has been ingrained into American life for years now. According to Apple they’ve sold over 100 million units since the iPod’s introduction, making it the fastest selling media device ever (besting TV’s, VCR’s and whatnot). And the device’s popularity isn’t diminishing. Despite would be iPod killers like the Zune (which after 5 minutes and several searches I STILL can’t find their homepage - they don’t even own zune.com), the iPod holds better than a 70% market share in the mp3 player industry.
So why do in-car iPod adapters still SUCK? Most require an ugly cord that runs into the stereo or glove box. Many require you to still use the iPod’s own interface while driving (terrible idea), or attempt to recreate the interface through the stereo - only to fail miserably (I’m looking at you VW).
So what do I want? I wanna get in the car and literally put my iPod into the dash, somewhere near the stereo. I want to control the music through a stereo based system that doesn’t suck. Don’t try to recreate the iPod’s interface. It’s not the same experience, nor should it be. AND I want it to charge my iPod while driving, so when I get to the gym or wherever, I’m good to go with a fully charged pod.
Is that SO much to ask? Come on VW. Step up!
Why Do iPod Car Adapters Suck?
July 10, 2007 – 9:13 am by Matt Radel
Remember, Volkswagen is not in the stereo business. If you want VW to improve it’s suspension, that’s one thing, but to tell them you want a better iPod interface with their stereo’s is asking a fish to climb a tree. You need to be asking Panasonic, the primary audio system supplier for VW to offer a better interface to incorporate into the car.
I agree with you somewhat - but Panasonic can only go so far without VW’s assistance though. For what I’m suggesting, VW would have to allow make allowances in their designs.