BeoSound 8 and new iPad

16 replies

Has anyone tried{seen the new iPad (3) with BeoSOund 8?

Yes, works fine. Not sure if people are aware, but the part that holds the iPad on to the BS8 is adjustable, so you can move it closer/further away, depending on which iPad you own.

I've used the iPad 1, 2 and now 3 in the BS8 so far. iPad 1 was the most stable of them all, but the iPad 2 and 3 sit in there fairly safely and securely after some adjustment.

Thank you for your response.  I just ordered iPad 3.

 

I, too, have 1 and 2 and have complained about the stability of 2 (adjustment notwithstanding)

The next issue is Apples new iPhone 5 when it comes. it is supposedly to have a different dock connector. so your new iPhone 5 won't work with your beloved Beosound 8

I have to doubt the rumors of a completely redesigned dock connector on iPhone 5. This move would instantly alienate tens of thousands of iPhone and iPod compatible products all over the world. Not an intelligent marketing technique for a company that is a brilliant marketer.

 

Hungedu wrote:

I have to doubt the rumors of a completely redesigned dock connector on iPhone 5. This move would instantly alienate tens of thousands of iPhone and iPod compatible products all over the world. 

Exactly. And with Apple replacing iPad 2 smart covers - free of charge - for iPad 3 users who complain, it would be a costly business swapping out a dock you recently bought for your iPhone, only to find it doesn't work with an iPhone 5.

Some people speculate and spread fear for no real good or valid reason whatsoever.

It would be disastrous for Apple to redesign the dock connector. I understand that from year (fill in the blanks), all phones are suppose to have the same charging connector making them all universal.

However I'm guessing Apple would just create a new port fitted on the phone.

"Dad gets an iPad":   In Swedish, but the humor comes thru regardless.

I believe Apple made a commitment to manufacters of 'dock' products that they would not change the connector for a minimum of ten years.

The manufacturers of 'dock' products should just do like Apple -make new versions of their docking stations every year (it's only a matter of marketing)  😜

My B&O Icons:

BeoCenter-9500.png BeoCenter-9500.png
Beoremote-Beo4.png Beoremote-Beo4.png
Beovox.png Beovox.png
Beovision-10.png Beovision-10.png
Beosound.png Beosound.png
Beosound-5.png Beosound-5.png
Beosound-4.png Beosound-4.png
Beoplay-S3.png Beoplay-S3.png
Beoplay-A1.png Beoplay-A1.png
Beomaster.png Beomaster.png
Beocenter-2.png Beocenter-2.png
or
BeoWorld Gold Membership card
Join BeoWorld

Register to access the forums, reference material, and exclusive member benefits — including our monthly prize draw.

Become a Member

December 2026 Prize Draw

Gold Members Only

As a Gold member you're automatically entered into our exclusive prize draw — your chance to win iconic Bang & Olufsen products. A unique benefit of BeoWorld Gold membership, every draw brings a new opportunity to win something special.