11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Works great with iPhone 4,
September 4, 2010 Dave Fitz "davidcfitz" (Tampa, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Griffin AutoPilot Charger for iPod and iPhone (2010 Packaging) (Electronics)
I was previously using a bluetooth equipped car stereo with my iPhone until I had to trade in the vehicle it was installed in for something newer. I used the bluetooth more for audio streaming than the phone function, so rather than have to use two cables in the new vehicle (one to charge and one for audio out to the aux port), I was getting ready to purchase another bluetooth receiver when I came across the Griffin Autopilot for iPod/iPhone. What really sold me on this unit was having only one connection to the iPhone for both charging and audio. I have a friend who literally wore out the headphone jack on his iPhone (3G) from constant plugging and unplugging, so I was a little concerned about that possibility with my iPhone 4. The design of the Griffin Autopilot has obviously eliminated that concern.
Lately I have been using a GPS app (MotionX Drive) with the iPhone which is a real battery-drainer. The Autopilot's charger stays right on top of it though and is able to...Read more
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Griffin AutoPilot (2010) Improved for iPhone 3G...,
August 21, 2010 mcgolfer4 - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Griffin AutoPilot Charger for iPod and iPhone (2010 Packaging) (Electronics)
I am happy to report that the iPhone 3G works seamlessly with this updated version...no incompatibility message. This product is a clear winner...
Here's what I like about the product:
+ One plug that both charges the iPhone and outputs music to car's AUX jack...very convenient.
+ Having the option to control basic music functions on the AutoPilots face OR ability to directly use the iPhone interface if you wish (while car is stopped of course!)
+ Great sound...note: I'm no audiophile, but I think I'm noticing enhanced sound over simply using a 3.5mm aux cable from my phone. No GSM interference, balanced highs and lows, and louder!
+ Charge indicator on AutoPilots face is simple, attractive, and handy.
+ Great functionality: Pauses phone when car turns off, minimal lag when using controls.
+ Affordable...especially on Amazon :)
Minor drawbacks:
- AUX cable included could be a bit longer, for those users whose cig...Read more
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Works with iPhone 4 and iOS5,
June 23, 2011 Brian King "Brianisinyou" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Griffin AutoPilot Charger for iPod and iPhone (2010 Packaging) (Electronics)
I switched from a similar Monster product to this one, and the difference is night and day. Although ground-loop noise (buzzes and hims) is very possible in some cars, it's not an issue in my Honda Fit or Element.
This product charges my iPhone 4 and plays music without ever cutting off or causing issues like the Monster device. I've switched between iPhone's Music, Pandora, Rdio, NPR and other music apps on iOS4 and iOS5 with no playback problems at all.
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