Score out of 10 6.9/10

The good: This device comes with a GSM shielded I-Pod dock that allows using the i-Phone without requiring switching to an airplane mode; you will like the attractive design; rich sound; music resumes and pauses after and before a call.

The bad: This device lacks a radio; and does not include a video output. The wireless remote comes with limited functionality

What we thought: Despite missing a few of the competitive features, T612 is a cut above the rest thanks to its sleek design, sound features like bass treble, and mobile phone technology for anti-interference, which appeals the i-phone owners.

Specifications include portable speakers and digital player dock; Dimensions (W*D*H) 13.9 in x 5.4in x 8.2in; amplification type: compatibility active: IPod mini, IPod nano, IPod with video, IPod touch, IPod classic.

Its black motif lends itself more to black IPods, but it pairs well enough with other colours as well. Its compact design offers to be mounted on a wall or sit on a table shelf. Its dimensions are (WxDxH) 14 x 5.4 x 8.2 and is not a heavy leaden box, weighing at just 5 pounds.

This model will skip the USB port and video output. The wireless remote included, offers a limited functionality, with only the basic functions performed.

This model offers a decent sound quality, with a little facility for stereo separation.

The model offers technology for anti-interference, which subsequently means the pausing and resuming of the music before and after a call, with no hissing sound and also not requiring diverting all your calls on a voice mail.

To conclude, this model does not attach any specific complaints to it, other than missing a few of the key features found in M602 like including USB port, video output and FM- radio. But the centric features of T612 are its main advertisement. For people already having an IPhone, the Altec T612 is worth consideration with street price falling below $150