Audio · The Digital Hub · 2006
iPod Hi-Fi
iPod Hi-Fi was Apple’s bold, expensive speaker box for the iPod living-room moment: clean, loud and short-lived.
Apple’s premium iPod speaker dock.
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iPod Hi-Fi: key facts
When was the iPod Hi-Fi released?
The iPod Hi-Fi arrived in February 2006. Apple discontinued it in September 2007.
How much did the iPod Hi-Fi cost?
The iPod Hi-Fi launched at $349 in 2006, about $555 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: 30-pin iPod dock, audio in.
Why does the iPod Hi-Fi matter?
Apple’s premium iPod speaker dock.
Full specifications
| CPU | — |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | — |
| Storage | — |
| Display | — |
| GPU | — |
| Ports | 30-pin iPod dock, audio in |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | Dock speaker system |
| Operating system | Driver/firmware support |
| Released | February 2006 |
| Discontinued | September 2007 |
| Launch price | $349 |
How the iPod Hi-Fi compares to today
Launched at $349 in 2006, about $555 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Sources
Specs checked against Apple technical specifications archive, EveryMac, Mactracker, Wikimedia Commons image credits.
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Last updated: 2026-08-11