Yeah I checked out the Alpines last night. The iPod integration is cool, but I really just don't like the styling of the Alpine HU's. And I want something that I like the looks of. For my iPod, I really only need AUX inputs. I can control my iPod from the iPod itself or a remote with no problem. I'm leaning towards the Sony HU that has nothing but a black display on the front, and the controls fold down.