Griffin Simplifi Dock for iPod and iPhone, Media Card Reader, and USB Hub in One Device
- Charge/sync hub for dock connector iPod models, and, through its built-in USB ports, with 1st and 2nd generation iPod shuffle
- Reads and writes the most popular digital media cards, including Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, xD and CF (CompactFlash)
- 2-port powered USB hub, using included AC adapter
- A simple, versatile way to de-clutter your desktop
Product Description
De-clutter the top of your desk and simplify your digital life with Simplifi … one compact unit that handles your iPod, USB connections, and all kinds of media cards. Simplifi charges dock-rechargeable iPod models as they sync with your computer through the included USB mini cable. Use Simplifi’s USB ports to plug in keyboards, printers, cameras, flash drives, scanners, external hard keyboards, printers, cameras, flash drives, scanners, external hard drives, anyth… More >>
Griffin Simplifi Dock for iPod and iPhone, Media Card Reader, and USB Hub in One Device
Received this item in horrible condition, not in new condtion. The inserts do not lock in place, so your Iphone could easily fall out of the cradle. I read the instructions on how to place the insert and the fron panel fell off…very poor constuction.
Rating: 1 / 5
If you looking for a way to leave your laptop at home while on vacation with your DSLR, this is NOT it.
Incapable of functioning as card reader for iPhone. Memory cards’ files must go through computer first.
Incapable of charging docked iPhone without a powered USB connection to a powered on computer. Will not charge iPhone using supplied AC wall wart adapter. Will not charge with USB plugged into Apple AC to USB wall wart that comes as stock accessory with iPhone 3Gs.
Did manage to read a 266x Transcend CF card at 26 MB/sec into Macbook Pro laptop. But as a card reader this thing is large and heavy.
Rating: 1 / 5
I agree with ManaT’s review: Griffin had a good idea with the Simplifi dock, but it’s poorly executed. You can only charge your iPhone when your computer is on. If you charge your iPhone overnight, you would have to leave your computer on in order to use the Simplifi dock. This greatly hampers the usability of this item.
The media card reader is wonderful, and having two more USB ports is always welcome, but the severe limitations of the Simplifi dock’s main feature (charging) means I will return this product.
Rating: 2 / 5
Strike one, out of the box will not charge iphone/ipod unless usb cable is attached. I was hoping to be able to charge without syncing occationally. Strike two, one month after purchase stop charging or syncing iphone/ipod entirely. Strike three, a day later no power to devices connected to usb hub part even though plugged in and excessively bright LEDs both lit. I have had quality issues with Griffin in the past. This will be the last time.
Rating: 1 / 5
And to think I had this on my wish list…
The plastic inserts are very difficult to good out should you ever want to switch devices.
It wont charge anything unless your computer is plugged in and on, ie the included AC adapter does nothing useful.
Looks like a great idea, fails in usability and function.
Rating: 1 / 5