While the rotating unit feature is cool in a engineer/nerd (engi-nerd) type sense, it does not justify this product at price point.

I just bought one of these being closed out locally at a record shop for $50, no returns. Not really worth it even at this price.

Reasons for this:

No remote control, at the retail price point expected.

Not well integrated with iPod touch 3g interface.

Pressing buttons on the unit does not change the display from locked mode for example.

Pause the unit at one volume level walk away and later resume play, does not remember the volume level.

Display will not light up if you press a button on the unit.

While the industrial design is striking, the execution is sub par. For example the buttons seem really cheese-y. I should have know this from the display model having the buttons pushed into the unit.

Not nearly as nifty as a iPod 3G design, and I would have expected much more from a Sharper Image name. I will live with it at this price, what choice do I have since I bought on the condition of no returns.

Rating: 2 / 5

I first saw these in a local store and thought it looked cool. The swiveling dock part peaked my interest. After purchasing though and actually listening to music I must say I’m not impressed. Sound is very poor, and audio sounds like its coming from a tin can and lacks any bass. For the price you can find better. There is no remote control, no display and even the swivel is slow and clunky. The only pro I can think of is its looks but your purchasing this to listen to and honestly its horrible.
Rating: 2 / 5

I love this speaker. It works so well and just the right size for my counter.
Rating: 5 / 5