Just like Creative, Sony’s realized over the years that it needs to on one hand compete against the Apple iPod while on the other hand capitalize on the success of the media player. Case in point? Sony has introduced two new audio accessories for the iPod – the ICF-C1iP clock radio and the ZS-S2iP Boombox radio.

The Sony ICF-C1iP clock radio is designed to work with most iPod models and will also accommodate the standard iPod adapter although it doesn’t need it to work with the iPod. The radio has an adjustable backstop mechanism to ensure that the iPod fits snugly and securely within the clock’s dock. The ICF-C1iP comes with a wireless remote control which provides full access to the iPod’s menu system as well as the radio’s tuning and volume functions. Other features include:

• Charge the iPod while docked to the ICF-C1iP
• Full function alarm clock – wake up to the iPod, radio, or the buzzer
• Display time according to time zones
• Automatic daylight savings time adjustment
• Adjustable brightness control

Now if you want a portable boombox instead of a home clock radio, check out the new Sony ZS-S2iP. It works with most Apple iPod models and also charges the iPod when the player is docked. Features of the ZS-S2iP include:

• Digital AM/FM tuner
• Integrated CD player with support for CD-R/RW playback
• Wireless remote control with full iPod menu access
• Retractable dock tray
• Auxiliary input
• Supports AC/DC
• Incorporates Sony Mega Bass Sound System

Both the ICF-C1iP and the ZS-S2iP will be available in August for approximately $100.

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