I am trying to find a Car Audio system that has an Ipod dock,?

Question

not just an interface that you have to wire in to your head unit, but an actual dock for the ipod that comes with the unit, that can be fitted to look as factory as possible

Answer 1

Here's one with a USB port.
http://www.nextag.com/jvc-kd-sh1000/search-html

Answer 2

Playing your iPod while you're driving may not be the safest option, so automakers are looking for ways to integrate the latest portable digital music players into car audio systems.

The so-called audio system "retrofit" market is, as a result, poised to soar in the coming years, as consumers, Detroit and aftermarket electronics developers each push their own preferences.

A report by the Boston-based research firm, Strategy Analytics, called "Automotive Removable Storage - Car Makers and Suppliers Divided on Format," indicates that the majority of retrofit automotive infotainment systems with removable storage cards use Secure Digital (SD) or Multimedia Cards (MMC) format. Yet, car makers are showing a preference for USB connectivity. Still others are embracing docking systems for iPods, like those used for home audio systems.


Removable Storage Cards
The use of removable storage cards in automotive applications has been led by Japanese aftermarket suppliers, with Panasonic launching its first in-dash audio system with removable storage capabilities a few years ago.

While Japanese electronics vendors still lead the game in removable storage capable audio systems, European vendors, including Siemens (NYSE: SI) VDO and Blaupunkt have recently launched similar audio systems.

In the meantime, automakers are demonstrating a preference for USB port integration, with five mainstream car makers incorporating the technology into concept vehicles unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2005.

"USB slots are more flexible than removable memory cards. While cards like SD, MMC and Sony (NYSE: SNE) Memory Stick can only be used for relaying information, USB ports can also be used to connect portable music players and transfer power to portable devices," report author Clare Hughes, an analyst with the automotive practice of Strategy Analytics told MacNewsWorld.

However, there are safety issues around the in-vehicle USB memory sticks that extend beyond the dashboard. "Unlike SD and MMC cards, which have a standard form factor, a universal recessed slot for a USB stick cannot be designed. Since only the end connector is standardized, USB sticks can come in a variety of shapes and sizes," said Hughes.

Answer 3

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