The device, made by...

The device, made by specialist sound system giant Harman/Kardon, is called the Drive+Play, and it comes in three parts. There"s a "brain" that"s hidden under the dashboard which connects the car"s stereo to the iPod, a display unit and a compact control stick.

The smart screen sits on your dashboard, and features the same menu you would see on your music player, so accessing songs is simple. It"s controlled via an easy-to-use knob, which can be placed where you want, as it comes with three mounting bases. This set-up enables you to hide your iPod away from prying eyes in the glovebox and still be connected.

The Drive+Play is either powered from your cigar lighter or wired into the audio system, and can charge your iPod while it"s connected. The system is compatible with all the Apple players, including the Mini, Photo and Nano.