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There's so much this 'all-in-one' music system is capable of, which I feel at this price point is what's most important. The remote = control's most commands (or Smartphone - tablet - PC) = see comment section. >>> The ADVANTAGE of "Wave SoundTouch IV over previous Wave Music Systems is the addition of the pedestal base which adds Wi-Fi capability. So = this 2 pc system plays - C.D.'s <> A.M./ F.M. radio <> MP3 music on CD-R and CD-RW discs (as before) but now additionally accesses <> streaming music services <> internet radio <> personal music library. (itunes- etc) Need to download free SoundTouch controller app. > The included Micro USB cable is needed for setup only. (It's not specific to this unit = useful later for charging other devices) >>> The SOUND = For appreciating what the Wave has accomplished, one must first consider these speakers are merely 8" apart. If you're a connoisseur of music you may notice Wave doesn't have the same level of layered separation (when close to it) as systems who's speakers are physically some distance apart. There's an advantage inherent in distance that 'all-in-one' systems can't physically possess. A larger/different system would be required. >>> So = it's all about = sound - size and convenience in a smaller package. This is where Wave excels. This unit reproduces a - full - rich - crisp - clear - and dramatically phenomenal sound which fills a room full of music = rather than music sounding like it's coming from a source. That's the purpose of Wave. = and it's amazing. > Gives you the feeling of being in the mist of the music. >>> The APP. = The software has excellent versatility! Can be controlled by Smartphone - tablet - computer (isn't compatible with Chrome-book) Can add music services - radio stations - set/change presets - steam music - add personal music library (itunes, etc) Can - forward / back / pause / shuffle / repeat / volume / search - etc. > LOVE the itunes access. Can play by playlists - artists - albums - all songs - genre - compilations - composers - podcasts. All the 'playlists' I've created on itunes are shown. When more is added to my library it's simple to add them to Wave. >>> The app's help section contains several categories & sub categories of setup and user info, including manuals - tips - tutorials - video library & contact us. >>> There aren't any buttons on the unit. > The front, center top has a touch-sensitive control panel for on/off and snooze (10 min factory but can set up to 60 min) & reset for next day. All other commands are by way of remote - Smartphone or other device. > With CD's = it continues from where you were. The systems displays <> time & alarm status <> music source (CD - FM/AM - Aux) <> artist & song title <> etc. If there's a power outage or unplugged system = an internal battery (not one to be changed or charged) which saves all settings permanently, except time which is saved for 48 hr. >>> Two alarms = can be set up differently with personal choice - buzzer - radio - CD - SoundTouch & volume. >>> Has = Head phone jack (speakers are muted) - With good headset = sounds is layered and impressive. >>> Aux jack - >>> Can add external antenna for AM/FM radio if the 8 ft power cord isn't sufficiently good reception. (it's the Antenna) >>> Bluetooth wireless to stream from other devices, can have eight paired at a time. >>> Can also be connected with Ethernet cable. >>> Full volume is quite loud = silent 0 - 99 loud. >>> Signal from router approx 30 ft. = On back of unit > constant white dot means connected. This is more compact than I expected = front 14 1/2" W (back 10" W) x 8 1/2" D (+ 1 1/2" power cord = 10") x 5 1/2" T (9lb-12oz) >>> The user manual is all English, 25 full size pages (8 1/2" x 11") sensible layout / easy read print. On occasions of questions with Bose CS, the ph was quickly answered by someone who was thoroughly congenial & knowledgeable about every aspect of the system <> From helping set up the app, to all functions. This was a refreshing surprise. This is Bose most recent system = released Sept 10, 2015 In the box = Wave Sound Touch IV music system / power cord / USB cable / remote control / demonstration music CD / manual. Wireless network 802.11 b/g/n - compatible Warranted = one year.