Occasional Observations

... and one back. Isn't life always like that?

This is not really a gripe. The world won't stop turning and I'm lucky enough to have this thing to complain about. So, now that's clear, let me explain.

My BMW has a super-cool audio AUX input socket which means it's possible to connect an iPod or other audio device for playback through the car's stereo. That's progress. In the BM, the AUX input is neatly tucked inside the center console armrest, and conveniently located next to the 12v charger socket.

That means power and audio device in the same place, nicely out of sight and out of the way. Great.

I've moaned before about the rubbish battery life in my 4G HP-branded iPod, and since I got an 8GB Nano last year, the 4G has been collecting dust, waiting for its next deployment. Because its Achilles Heel is the battery, especially at sub-zero overnight temperatures, I invested in a ?14 car charger - cheaper and more convenient than an iPod battery replacement kit.

Nearly there, I thought. Until I plugged in the charger - and found that the armrest lid no longer closes with the charger in position.

Bad design all round, chaps.

Labels: iPod, petrolhead, rant