new nano will not charge in ihome

Yes, I have this exact same problem. However, I have an older version of the iHome that I bought when the first generation iPod nano first came out, so I don' know if this has something to do with the iHome version I have.

It will play music through, but will not charge. Some older devices used the firewire voltage to charge, the new iPods only use USB voltage which the iHome doesn't supply.

My Nano charges. I have the iH9.

Good point ImaVeggie.

They make several devices called "iHome". The model number tells more about compatibility (the iH9 is relatively new, so it's more likely to work with he new nanos.

I have an iHone iH4 and the 4g Nano charges fine. Not sure how "new" the iH4 is though.

I just bought the new nano to replace my corrupted ipod. i have the bose speakers, the ihome2 go, a car charger, and a stereo connection. All 4 devices played AND charged my ipod while in use. Now, the new nano plays, but will not charge. Based on what I've read in this discussion, the new technology doesn't allow it to charge. Are there any devices or "add ons" i can use to update my devices?

Yes, Scosche Passport is an add on that will allow older docks to charge the new Nano and iPhone 3g. There is another brand as well but I can't recall the name.

I also battled with keeping my new ipod charged up. I had 2 accessories that would charge my 2nd gen which of course no longer work with the 4th gen. I am completely dissapointed in Apple for making that change without warning or notice. I ordered the "passPORT" from Scosche Industries, Inc. and just received it yesterday (it was on backorder since early October). IT COMPLETELY FIXES THE PROBLEM! It is an adaptor that works with both my countertop ihome and my FM transmitter car charger. I will mainly leave mine in my car but when i want to I can use in my ihome. THANK YOU SO MUCH SCOCHE!!!!!!!! Shame on you Apple. http://www.scosche.com/products/productID/1667

I SOLVED IT! Well, not really. I became so frustrated that I couldn't charge and play the new nano ipod, that it sat "dead" most of the time. I returned the nano, bought the new classic for all my music, and the shuffle to run with. My frustration is over. Too bad, the nano had such an appeal!