Altec Lansing Altec Lansing inMotion MAX iPhone Speaker Review
 

Altec Lansing inMotion MAX iPhone Speaker Review

9.3
Editor Rating
6.7
User Rating

Notable Features:

  • Immune to iPhone cell interference
  • Compact build, easy to pack up and take with you
  • Great sound
  • Some compatibility issues with iOS4 reported
  • Some report that better radio and button redesign would be an improvement

Overview:

The Altec Lansin inMotion MAX is a great home, desk and even portable iPhone Speaker system. Built to keep out mobile phone interference, it's construction is an improvement over other models.

Where to Buy

From Amazon:

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Speaker Details & Features

The iMT702 inMotion Max speaker system is a new and improved model of the IM600, with a redesigned exterior, better FM radio reception and superior audio.

The system is compatible with both the iPod and iPhone. Improvements include a compact glossy black and aluminum trim body with striking design, the dock actually holds the iPod/iPhone securely unlike the previous iM600 which does not secure the iPod from falling plus it only supports iPod and it offers better FM radio reception than its predecessor.

Though the inMotion MAX is a litlle more expensive than its competitors like the Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere 2, this Altec speaker system has a superior sound quality compared to others from its class. The bass is also notably better, even without a subwoofer. The inMotion MAX is also immune to wireless interference when receiving calls which is very common in any nonshielded speaker systems. You can also keep your iPhone docked while answering, although the speakers do not act as speakerphones, you can use the Bluetooth headset that comes with the system.

The inMotion MAX also comes with an infrared remote with a 30 feet working range.

inMotion Max Highlights

  • Excellent Sound
  • Rechargeable Battery
  • FM Radio
  • Remote Control

iMT702 inMotion MAX Description

The inMotion MAX is in the upper end of the price spectrum of its in-class competitors, but delivers exceptional sound quality with precision speakers, deep bass and no subwoofer. Unlike most non-shielded speaker systems, the inMotion MAX is oblivious to cell phone call interference. It’s also capable of playing music from the iPhone without going into the airplane model. Get a call and the music fades.

Great For

  • Great system at a reasonable price
  • Contemporary design
  • Exceptional sound quality

What’s in the Box

  • Altec Lansing inMotion Max Speaker System
  • AC adapter
  • Remote
  • Miscellaneous adapters for iPhone and iPod
  • FM radio antenna

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Altec Lansing inMotion MAX iPhone Speaker Review

Editor review

Overall rating 
 
9.3
Value 
 
10.0
Sound Quality 
 
9.0
Style & Design 
 
9.0
Reviewed by Steven Johnson on January 21, 2009

Another Solid System from Altec Lansing

Overview

The inMotion Max is an excellent iPhone speaker system. The sound is great, clear and loud. Quality Features: FM radio, internal rechargeable battery and remote control all for a reasonable price. If you are looking for good all around iPhone Speaker system the Altec Lansing inMotion Max is worth checking out.

Pros and Cons

Pros:
Excellent Sound
Rechargeable Battery
Great Style
Cons:
No AM Radio

Review

Altec Lansing always puts out great products and the inMotion Max is a perfect example of this.

The inMotion Max is the next generation of the iM600. One improvement is the inMotion Max plays music from your iPhone with out your iPhone going into airplane mode. The design has been improved, slightly taller and thinner than the iM600). The remote is a little more stylish while providing the same functionality.

We really like the inMotion Max for its great sound and size. The sound is nice and clear. On the front there is a display that shows the input sorce and the volume and battery levels.

FM Radio
The im600 had a metal FM antenna, the inMotion Max has a wire that plugs into the back. They both seem to get the job done. The traditional antenna was nice because it was always attached. Might not even be an issue for you if you do not plan on listening to the radio that much.

Summary
If you are looking for a good all around iPhone/iPod Speaker System the inMotion Max is a great choice. Great sound, good design, rechargable battery, easy to carry it has it all.

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User reviews

Average user rating from: 5 user(s)

Overall rating 
 
6.7
Value 
 
6.0  (5)
Sound Quality 
 
7.0  (5)
Style & Design 
 
7.2  (5)
Ratings (the higher the better)
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Overall rating 
 
5.0
Value 
 
1.0
Sound Quality 
 
8.0
Style & Design 
 
6.0
Reviewed by Frustrated on July 19, 2010

Stopped recharge after 4.0 upgrade

Pros and Cons

Pros:
When it works, it's great
Cons:
No longer works

Review

This product worked fine until I upgraded the OS on my 3Gs. Now it doesn't recognize the IPhone when it plugs in, so it no longer can be used to charge the phone, which is the reason I bought the product in the first place.

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7.0
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9.0
Reviewed by tony on July 05, 2010

overall quality

Pros and Cons

Pros:
sleek design, compact for quality of sound output, remote control, fm radio a plus
Cons:
once the volume is over a certain point(usually around 25 or higher)the bass becomes too much and the speakers rattle, if you turn the "ESS" off, which broadens the range it seems to help but defeats the purpose of the surround sound system.

Review

it's a great sound system but if it hadn't have been purchased as a gift i would have probably taken it back based off of what you get out of it for the price you pay. Only other downer is i've only had it about 4 months and the touch sensitivity has become very finicky and it wont read my iphone sometimes and i have to turn it off and back on.

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4.0
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2.0
Reviewed by Jak'z on September 16, 2009

Not impressed at all!!

Pros and Cons

Pros:
Looks nice
Cons:
Radio reception rubbish
Build quality mediocre
Sound quality very poor

Review

I bought this item with high hopes after reading numerous reviews on the internet and I must say I was very disappointed when I received it.

Firstly the radio function is just rubbish. It will only pick up 2 stations in my house (both stations I don't want to listen too) which I find ridiculous, esp as the standard radio I have in my house picks up everything so its not my house that is the problem its the rubbish wire antenna they provide that is worthless!! Which they advertise as 'comes with a wire antenna for superior reception!!' Ha!

Secondly the sound quality is awful!!! Anyone who has written reviews on this item saying the sound quality is brilliant for the price range must be both deaf and rich if they think that £140 is a reasonable price for the sound quality this system gives out. The bass is very distorted at a loudish volume and inaudible at a louder loud volume!! Also there is an annoying hiss at low volumes, so there is not even a middle ground with this system.

Lastly I found the build quality mediocre, the push in and out docking area for the Iphone would never stand the test of time and also moves in and out when you push buttons on your Iphone making it annoying to use, esp as you cant scroll between albums using the remote control. Also the touch sensitive buttons on the top of the system are very sensitive and unresponsive all at the same time! Very odd!

Overall if I could give this 0 stars then I would, my advice is put in the extra £60-£70 and buy the Bose system as it blows this systems sound quality out of the water!!

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9.0
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9.0
Reviewed by Ben on May 07, 2009

Great indeed

Pros and Cons

Pros:
I bought this and I am happy. Thanks for this site!
Cons:
None

Review

Great site - it helped me a lot!

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Reviewed by Grace on January 21, 2009

Excellent Upgrade to the im600

Review

I have the im600 but then got an iPhone for Christmas. The inMotion Max is just as good as the im600. I have been very pleased with the purchase

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Price & Model

Price:
$199.95
Manufacturer:
Model:
inMotion MAX

System Features

Remote:
Remote Included
Radio:
FM only
Made For:
  • iPod
  • iPhone

Power

Batteries:
Internal Rechargeable
AC Power Adapter:
Included

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