Sperakers have existed for over 80 years, docking stations probably for less than ten years.
It is not true that docking stations are usually smaller than port replicators. It is true that port replicators are typically smaller than docking stations. Port replicators usually do not have PCI slots or speakers.
Most docking stations will not only charge the iPod but will allow you to play music through the speakers in the docking station as well.Most docking stations will have other neat features as well such as using the music on the ipod for an alarm or give you a remote to control the ipod from the couch.
Docking stations allow you to plug a laptop into a standard desktop peripherals without plugging them directly into the laptop. Computer docking stations are central hubs where you can plug in a laptop to a power supply, a monitor, a keyboard, speakers and a mouse.
satellite docking stations are used to charge your satellite radio; you can also play music while on the dock throughout an entire room of your home by conecting speakers.
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No, the opposite is true.
It depends on the type of input your speakers use. If they use the standard earphone-type input, then you could use them but the battery life of your iPod would be greatly diminished. A docking station is generally best to keep the iPod place, keep it charged, and docking stations are more portable than computer speakers.
No one is credited with producing the first Ipod Docking Stations. Although, the first docking station was invented by Mr. Docking Station in the year 2002.
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Yes you can buy them at wal-mart they have both ipod and mp3 docking stations.
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All iPod docking stations are manufactured to link only with the unique port which is featured on the bottom of different iPod models. Thus, it is not possible to use another device with an iPod docking station.