NEWS: Eton's latest iPod dock addition

By Joe Cox
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Christmas is traditionally the time for DAB radios, with new examples released and flying off the shelves in record numbers.

While we expect this to continue, we suspect the ubiquitous iPod dock will join the digital radio in selling like hot mince pies come December. In light of this, US company Eton has announced its latest dock, the Sound 50.

We think it's fair to say that this is a fairly standard docking station in terms of features and functionality. There are the usual array of dock connectors for all iPods, while the dock itself sits between two full range drivers and a pair of micro tweeters, which will provide your sound.

Capable of pumping out 7 watts per channel, the system charges your iPod as it plays and boasts a fully functional remote control, too. It's mains-only power, but then when we're knee-deep in snow come December you won't be nipping out to the garden, will you?

Available in 'astro black' or 'glossy white', and looking fairly easy on the eye, the Eton Sound 50 is out now for £99.95. We'll call that £100.

Joe Cox
Joe Cox
Content Director

Joe is Content Director for T3 and What Hi-Fi?, having previously been the Global Editor-in-Chief of What Hi-Fi?. He has worked on What Hi-Fi? across the print magazine and website for more than 15 years, writing news, reviews and features on everything from turntables to TVs, headphones to hi-fi separates. He has covered product launch events across the world, from Apple to Technics, Sony and Samsung; reported from CES, the Bristol Show, and Munich High End for many years; and written for sites such as the BBC, Stuff, and the Guardian. In his spare time, he enjoys expanding his vinyl collection and cycling (not at the same time).