Review: Just what I've always wanted
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 07 14, 2012
I've always wanted a place to dock my Kindle Fire.  Now, I have it: the Grace Digital MatchStick.  It not only provides a charging station for my Fire, it also has speakers.  Combine that with myNight ClockApp and mp3 music, and I have my own little clock radio.  I am seriously considering retirement of my "real" clock radio in favor of this handy dock.The Fire fits snugly into the cradle.  If you have a cover or any type, it will have to be removed.  I have one of the thinnest shell covers available on my Fire.  It was not thin enough for this cradle.The Fire can be positioned horizontally or vertically.  I like how it looks when horizontal.  The Night Clock App has a big numeric display and it looks impressive in that position.Matchstick comes with a remote that can turn on the speakers and change the volume.  It includes an equalizer, which I don't have (or can't find) on my Fire.  There are also controls for power and volume located on the Matchstick itself.The sound quality is much better than listening to my Fire without speakers.  It's not the finest in clarity, but I think most consumers would find it acceptable.  It's like listening to a radio.  The volume can be turned high enough to hurt my ears.If one doesn't have a Fire, an mp3 play may be attached via an included cord.  I'm not sure how many people would buy this who don't own a Fire.  Matchstick is something that is very specific for the Fire.  Perhaps if I had a friend over who had an mp3 player with music she wanted to play for everyone, it could be put to use.I am happy with my first Kindle Fire speaker/docking station.  I wouldn't hesitate to purchase it as a gift for a friend.This product was provided for review by Grace Digital.