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| Kensington LiquidAUX Auxiliary Car Kit with Remote for iPod; iPhone 1G, 3G | 
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| Brand: Kensington
Category: CE
List Price: $79.99
Buy New: $49.99
You Save: $30.00 (38%)
New (30) Used (2) from $49.99
Avg. Customer Rating:  83 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 2 x 7.1 x 6
Warranty: 2 years warranty
MPN: K33429US
Model: 33429EU
UPC: 085896334293
EAN: 0085896334293
ASIN: B0011UK2HE
Availability: Usually ships in 3-4 business days
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| Features:
| • | Compatibility: iPhone 1G, 3G; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G; iPod classic 1G, 2G, 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G; iPod touch | | • | Superior sound quality from the direct auxiliary port connection through your car stereo system | | • | Plugs directly into your vehicle's auxillary port and is operated with a 2.4GHz wireless remote control | | • | Charges iPhone and iPod devices through the 3.5-mm auxillary cable | | • | Designed for vehicles with auxiliary ports in the center console |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Product Description -- Posted August 13, 2008
Pure music, pure control. Compatible with the iPhone and most iPods, Kensington's LiquidAUX delivers pure sound from any direct auxillary connection.  The steering wheel-mounted remote control means you have full control of your music--and your vehicle. The dock connector not only allows full access to your music library, but it simultaneously charges your device. |  The LiquidAUX is Apple-certified to Work with iPhone 1G and 3G and be Made for iPod. | Installs Instantly
Simply plug your iPhone or iPod into the car kit using a 3.5-mm audio cable, and then insert the kit into your auxillary port. Within seconds, digital-quality sound will be pumping through your car's audio system. Fingertip Control
The steering wheel-mounted remote control is designed to be mounted with the controls on the interior of your steering wheel. The remote conveniently allows you to play, pause, and skip music files with just your thumb, allowing you to keep your hands on the wheel. Compatiblity
Kensington's LiquidAUX Auxiliary Car Kit is compatible with the iPhone (1G and 3G); iPod nano (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation); all iPod generations (1st through 6th); and iPod touch. Note: An auxiliary port in your car is required for the LiquidAUX.  The LiquidAUX is Apple-certified to Work with iPhone 3G. | Support
Backed by Kensington's two-year warranty, the LiquidAUX also comes with free technical support. Important Note: Sound Effects
When using an auxiliary device in the car, you might hear a slight buzzing sound, engine noise, or high-pitched whine. That is because your car model has a grounding issue between the audio system and the power socket, which causes a whining or buzzing sound when you drive. This sound is not caused by your Kensington product; however, Kensington has an easy solution. Simply purchase an automotive ground loop isolator for your car that is compatible with a 3.5-mm jack. This simple tool will enable you to use your music in a safe, hands-free environment. What's in the Box
LiquidAUX Auxiliary Car Kit, remote control, and 4-foot audio extension cable.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 78 more reviews...
 Good, but could be better. November 18, 2008
I've had this for almost two months now and while I dig having a remote that works (most of the time) and charger all in one, there are some issues that need to be fixed in the next iteration of the product.
First and foremost is that the audio quality when using the audio plug in the charger is quite degraded when compared to a plug connecting directly to the headphone port.
Also, as I said before, the remote only seems to work sometimes. There are times when it will work for days at a time and then randomly decide it doesn't want to work. Unplugging and replugging it in seem to solve the problem, but its annoying none the less.
I personally haven't had some of the problems other owners have such as the plug falling apart (mine seems quite sturdy in fact). Nor have I had any issues with the remote being mounted on the steering wheel. I have a feeling that the mounting issue depends more so on the shape of the wheel and such. I did get the whine but that's not this products fault, but rather the fault of my cars improperly isolated aux port. A ground loop isolator fixed that problem (for only about 10 bucks.) Other than that I think its a good product that could only get better with some refinement.
If you pick one of these up don't use the audio cable that connects to the charger, use one to connect directly to your headphone jack and aux jack. You should be set.
 IF YOU HAVE A PRIUS, IT'S THE BEST CHOICE OUT THERE November 14, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you have a Prius, this LiquidAUX by Kensington is the closest thing you will get to a perfect car-phone interface. No, you cannot control it from the Prius touchscreen, but the charger and aux input fit in the center console and you have enough lead to the dock connector to put your iPhone/iPod just about anywhere. Me, I have a Kuda leather mount on the dashboard, a Dice charger cradle, and the Kensington fits in the cradle dock perfectly. The iPhone is then right next to my touchscreen, and an easy reach to control the iPod or phone. I would like about a foot more of dock cable, but the 3 feet length is good enough.
If you had the $15 Belkin cup holder/iPod holder it would work there and the cable coming out of the center console would be even more discreet. I love having my iPhone in easy sight while driving so I can read (NOT send) text messages or see caller ID. Phone calls go through the built-in Prius bluetooth and music plays though the aux line, and the phone switches flawlessly between them.
The only drawback is that voicemails still don't play through either bluetooth or the aux line. For that you have to switch to speakerphone. I think that is a bug within the iPhone, not this Kensington device.
You will, however, need to get a ground loop isolator. You can get them on eBay or Amazon for $10-15. If you don't, the sound gets staticky.
I have gone thrugh about six different methods of linking/charging my iPhone 1G and 3G in my Prius, and short of getting a $250 kit and paying $150 to get it installed, this $55 kit is the absolute best option out there.
 Half-way there for iPhone 3G November 11, 2008
The product contains everything that you need to work with the iPod functions of your iPhone 3G but misses the mark when it comes to handling phone calls.
Previously, I used a simple headphone-type cable to connect my iPhone to the Aux input on my car stereo. In addition, I had a separate cigarette lighter power source hooked up to charge the iPhone. Using that two-cable configuration worked to charge the phone, listen to iPod audio and to use the phone hands-free.
Using the LiquidAux setup eliminates one cable, but does NOT allow you to use the phone in a hands-free mode as before. Very disappointing.
You also get some vehicle ignition whine from this unit that was not present from the previous charger.
Finally, the remote control seems to work on a hit or miss basis. You sometimes have to resync the remote after taking the iPhone from the vehicle.
The old two-cable approach was not as elegant, to be sure, but worked better than the LiquidAux. This product would probably be great if you simply wanted to use it for your iPod, but if you have an iPhone, forget it.
 Doesn't isolate electrical noise October 29, 2008
This product does a poor job of isolating electrical noise generated by the car. It was simply unusable for me with my car.
 Better than advertised! October 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was somewhat worried about my purchase after reading the reviews...then I plugged it in and it is AWESOME! I am using it with the Iphone3G in my Subaru Outback and there is absolutely no problem to set it up. I got no error messages, and it was automatically paired with the remote that fits snugly on the steering wheel. The extra long cable is a nice feature, but the standard one is just fine for my setup. There is no whine or static over my car stereo, and I have cranked it up. The sound is incredible and the phone continues to charge while I play my tunes.
Now being stuck in traffic is no problem. This is a great product.
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