Tivoli Audio has announced the iSongBook, a portable radio with built-in iPod docking/recharging station. The iSongBook will ship in October for $329.

iSongBook: The iPod-color portable radio features flip-down dock for any current or previous-generation iPod ( expection iPod shuffle) Its included credit-card remote operates iPod and AM/FM functions, and an included second speaker can be detached from the main chassis to widen the stereo image. The speaker includes a cable-rewind mechanism to manage the included 6-foot audio cable.

It operates on AC or six AA-size batteries, and it features built-in battery charger to recharge AA-size NiMH and lithium-ion batteries.

Other features include digital alarm clock, ability to fall asleep or wake up to iPod-stored music, an audio input to amplify music from any MP3 headphone stereo, 2x10-watt amplification, telescoping FM antenna, and 9k/10k switch for AM reception outside North America. The book-shaped system, at 6.19 inches by 11.06 inches by 2.19 inches, is sized to fit easily inside a suitcase, briefcase or backpack.