Not a necessity but a nifty device.

Edgetechcorp is selling an iPod docking station with an integrated memory card reader. This device came to us by ways of DAPReview.net (they don’t have permalink otherwise…). The docking station charges your iPod, allows you to listen via external speakers, display pics via a S-Video out, and is compatible with the following memory cards: xD Picture Card™, SD Memory Cards™, MultiMedia™ (MMC) Cards, Memory Stick™, Memory Stick PRO™, Memory Stick Duo™, SmartMedia™ Cards, Type I/II CompactFlash® Cards, and IBM Microdrive®.

The iPod memory card docking station is USB 2.0 for high rate transfer and is backwards compatible with USB 1.1. Sells for $39.95 after a $10 rebate.

Specs:
SIZE: 3.93″ (L) x 2.36″ (W) x 1.22″ (H)
WEIGHT: .35 lbs
STYLE: Crisp, white stylish design
USE: – Charges iPod & syncs data via Dock connector

• S-Video output for viewing photos on TV
• Plug ‘n Play! – no need to restart
• Hot-Swappable – allows for quick and easy insertion and removal!
• Supports most popular types of flash memory cards
• Powered by USB – no external supply needed
  EXTRAS: Includes external USB 2.0 cable, USB A to mini-B cable, and adjustable spacer to fit various iPod models