Apple Thoughts: Griffin Navigate for the iPhone

"The Navigate may seem like just an ordinary iPod remote, and indeed it can be used that way. A nice bonus is that you can also use it with the iPhone, which could be a good thing if you're not crazy about the iPhone's touch screen controls (Also pretty useful when you're driving and need to not look at the screen)."

Photo Credit: Griffin Technology

Not another remote is what you might be thinking right now. However, Griffin has put a twist on it by adding an FM Tuner and OLED display. And for iPhone users, you can plug your favorite mic/headset combo into the remote so you can still use your phone. In addition, Griffin plans on releasing an iTunes Application called iFM in March 2009 which will work in conjunction with The Navigate. iFM will use a tuning menu based on geographic locations to list nearby FM stations, or you can select by city. iFM will be free download (the cost of the Navigate is listed at $59.99 USD on the Griffin site). Sounds like a nice remote, especially for commuters that have issues with the screen controls on the iPhone (like me).