Most appealing Steampunk iPhone/iPad docks

What can be better than to start your day by staring at your nigh antiquated iPhone dock, effortlessly powering your favorite device? Hand crafted by genius Steampunk artist Woodguy, this contraption has been created from oak to give a sober yet naturalistic feel. But the classic visual allure is further accentuated by the almost archaic radio essence, especially demonstrated by the vacuum tubes and the brass stand adorning the surface. According to the designer, the contraption can practically power your device (supports both iPhone and iPod) without requiring you to remove the phone cover. Coming with a USB cable for connection, the pricing of the dock is set at only $75.

One of the classiest yet innovative Steampunk conceptions, the iRetrofone is surely to tickle your antediluvian senses. Looking like a originative thingamabob creeping out of the page of some contemporary Steampunk novel, the rustic copper shade is certainly a big hit in our book. Designed by artist Scott Freeland, the whole contraption has been made from old cast copper and half-inch thick urethane resin. As a matter of fact, this copper hued version follows the success of the original iRetrofone (which had an avant-garde shading of black and gold). Both of the hand made conceptions support all iPhone's (iPhone 3G, 3GS & iPhone 4G), while their charging criteria is fulfilled with a USB cable (not included in the package). As for pricing, it is set at $450.

Woodguy is back once again, and this time he has put a real spin in his ingenious yet artistically vintage conception. Catering not only to iPhones, but also to iPods and iPads, the design is deftly detailed with a spiraling stand giving way to a miniature stairway like balustrade (created from original wood). This balustrade with an overtly antique essence serves as the supporting base for your Apple device (to recline on, as shown in the picture). According to the designer, the brass arm emerging from the stand is fully adjustable as per the user's preference, while the whole device is exclusively hand crafted. Coming to the pricing element, the figure is set around $84.

We have seen a few examples of some exquisite iPhone docks, but now it is time something more collective in scope. And thus, the fully hand crafted Steampunk Dock and Amp system makes its entry in our list. Capable of housing your iPhone, iPod and even iPad, the boisterous 12 lbs contraption incorporates a 30-pin Apple connector. But the most appealing part of the device is that its functionality is not just limited to being a docking station. The central section of the machine comprises of a 15-watt per channel amplifier. The audio is exemplified from the line linking the dock connector and the Apple device. Coming to the speakers, they utilize 2-inch full range drivers (located in specially designed pipes), resulting in pretty good sound effects. As for the visuals, the conspicuous pipes are painted with auto grade enamel, while the wood construction is draped in aspen wood with a light polyurethane coating. Finally, the overall pricing is set at $299.

When it comes to iPhone docks, we have to say that the thriving market is pretty much flooded. But going by the golden standards of Steampunk conceptions, the righteous trend altogether gives a new meaning to novelty. Going along this progression is the all new Kinetic iPhone dock. Supposedly inspired by the wondrous effect of 'gears in motion', the contraption harks back to those venerable age old times, when men came in touch with the mechanical scheme of things. Of course, the paradoxical contrast becomes much more evident, when we charge a modernistic Apple device by one of these antediluvian docks. As for user practicality, the devices can be set in both landscape and portrait orientation, thus making it an apt decorative piece for both walls and tables. Unfortunately, we do not yet have any info regarding the price.