Sony ICF-CL75iP Dream Machine iPhone/iPod Touch Dock [7-in 800x480 LCD Screen, 1GB Internal memory, 10-Second Voice Recording For Alarm]

When it comes to alarm clocks and iPod docks, there’s no doubting that Sony has got that gig figured out. But even a technogiant like Sony has got to admit that there’s only so much that one can do with this technology, right? I guess not, because they’ve decided to announce the release of yet another bedside beauty, the Sony ICF-CL75iP Dream Machine. Their latest alarm clock creation might just be too much for your nightstand to handle with a display that could rival most netbooks and a smattering of other goodies sure to keep you up at night.

So what if the ICF-CL75iP isn’t DNLA certified or wi-fi enabled like the NAS-Z200iR. Who cares if it won’t project the time and weather in digits three-feet tall on your ceiling? Just take a look at this thing. I think it’s way too cool to be relegated to the back row with the thousands of other iPod docks and waking devices. One of the best features has to be the unit’s monstrous 7-in 800×480 LCD screen. The only downside I can see would be the late-night luminosity. How is one supposed to go to sleep with that thing in your face?

Some other items of note, the newest Sony Dream Machine supports MP4, M-JPEG, and AVI files just in case you have a favorite little movie you like to doze to and a slide-show function allows you to view pictures from connected device or USB drive. To makes things a bit easier, it also has 1GB of internal memory so you don’t have to keep swapping out your portable devices every time you want a change of scenery.

Lest I fail to mention, the ICF-CL75iP Dream Machine is also an alarm clock and radio. And if you’re tired of that incessant electronic beeping drilling into your ear every morning, you can wake to the soothing sounds of nature or record the sound of your choice with its integrated 10-second recording feature. The iPod dock also retracts into the base of the clock when it’s not in use so you can save some valuable table real estate. Unfortunately, this image is all we have right now as Sony is keeping both the release date and regional availability close to the vest. We do know, however, that it’ll cost you $150. How’s that for a rude awakening?