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Summary: Even Better than the First Version
Review: I remember seeing a friend on a cold Novemeber day in 2001, he uses OS X and I use XP Professional, none of us had anything against the other operating system, that was just how it was; but it was that day that he showed me his new 5 gig iPod and I was hooked. You might be asking yourself why I waited until the third generation iPods came out to get one. Well, for one, in November 2001 and until August 2002, iPods were for Macintosh users only. But then you may wonder why didn't I get one in August. Well, I thought I would, but they were expensive and I wasn't sure I wanted to spend that much money after hearing about all the problems Windows users had with MusicMatch and their iPods and then the lack of help they were given by Apple Support just because they were Windows users. So I waited a bit and later that year, I updated my computer and thinking about the future I installed a Creative Audigy sound card because I knew its price was close to that of a PCI firewire card, something I lacked. It was then I was seriously thinking about investing in an iPod. But I began reading about the trouble that Creative's version of the IEEE 1394a standard, SB1394, was giving PC users. I was worried so I waited some more, by this time it was January 2003, and a new 40 gig iPod was rumoured to be approaching, this meant the price would drop for the other models so I waited and waited. The rumour sites I looked at said it would be released in early March. We all know Apple waited until May and they only ended up releasing a 30GB model(7500 songs vs. 10000>. A few of my friends got the new iPod, I saw that it was better than the first: smaller, more rounded, the new backlight was cool, and the issue of the open firewire port was solved. I was still worried about the Creative Firewire issue and the use of MusicMatch. After hearing from them that MusicMatch did indeed work fine, I went for it. I visited my Apple Store, got stuck in traffic on the way home (worrying about the FireWire all the way) and then plugged in the iPod and it worked fine without any of the problems I had heard of. I loved all of my friends iPods and I love having my own. It's a great product. Yes, MusicMatch isn't the best but I may try Ephpod and besides the guy at the store wasn't too upset when I told him I was a Windows user. Buy an iPod, it is hands down better than the Creative Zen and the Archos Jukebox put together. Period.
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Summary: I Can't Put It Down
Review: I recently bought the 10GB ipod off of Amazon and it is so much fun. The songs transfer from iTunes to the pod so fast right when you plug it in for the first time. I'm listening to it right now and earlier I put it on slipped it into my pocket and was doing chores around the house. The greatest thing about it is if you have an adapter in your car so you can play cd's from your tape player, you can plug in the ipod instead of your portable cd player and it sounds perfect. Plus NO SKIPPING WHEN YOU HIT BUMPS!!!!
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Summary: (PC user) Works like a charm!
Review: I was a bit skeptical reading some of the negative reviews here, but I didn't have any problems at all. I ordered a name-brand Firewire card from Amazon.com, so I knew I wouldn't have problems w/it.(1) Charged iPod.
(2) Installed the iPod software. It asks to plug it in. I did.
(3) MusicMatch starts up, automatically syncs my entire 4.5GB MP3 collection in about 10 minutes. I didn't have to press a button on the iPod or MM.
(4) Done. BTW the sound quality is great. I have no idea what the other reviewers are talking about. Don't let the people w/bad experiences scare you off. This really does work well. I highly reccomend this product.
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Summary: Once it dies, you're out of luck.
Review: Apple's iPods are really wonderful, amazing machines while they are working. They are also wonderful while they are under warranty. However, once they are past warranty, if the machine permanently freezes, or just dies and won't come back to life despite your having tried all the fixes given on Apple's support page, there's not much you can do. Apple does offer a mail-in repair service, but the flat fee for repairs is nearly the price of a new 10 GB iPod -- more than $255.00. A scam if I've ever heard of one. I knew I shouldn't have bought the thing!
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Summary: Awesome!
Review: tiny, lightweight, powerful... the best mp3 player i have ever used!
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Summary: Great Product from Apple yet again!
Review: Ok, first of all, I've never been a real Mac person. My friend has an eMac and I use that once in a while. I like it, I have to say, although I like Windows for its software compatability. About the new 10GB iPod, I absolutely LOVE IT! 2500 songs (2000 when formatted for Windows), easy to use directions and great software for both Mac and PC. Two things I don't like about this thing, though, the earbuds Apple supplies kind of have a hard time staying in your head, particularly my Left earbud. My right one is fine. Also, it is a bit difficult to navigate songs if you don't have a playlist set up and playing and if your iPod is in your pocket, etc. It can be a hassle, but it's worth it. Though the battery life is 20% shorter than last models, its still a solid 8 hours of music. I have a PC, and the MusicMatch Jukebox software couldn't be all that much easier to use. It's simple to add songs to your library, and then send them to your iPod via FireWire (card sold seperately, but the FireWire cord comes with the iPod) or USB 2.0 (you may need to buy a USB 2.0 card if you don't have one, because once again it doesn't come with a card. You'll also have to buy a seperate cord that can use USB 2.0 because the iPod only comes with FireWire). Other than navigation problems and the earbuds, this was a great product from Apple and I'm proud to be associated with them!
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Summary: a second try
Review: I already wrote a beautiful, glowing review of the ipod, but it didnt get posted ( I said some things i shouldn't have, I think). Anyway, It's easily the best MP3 player available. My roommate has the creative jukebox zen and he admits the iPod is a more quality machine that is much easier to use (though the zen is definitely worth the cheaper price tag). The iPod is definitely not cheap, in either sense of the word. Some Pros:
Very easy to use, beautiful design, using with a mac has flawless connectibility, with mac it can use AAC file format which is smaller and sounds better than MP3, Its Just darned fun!!!! Some Cons:
-very easily scratched, a carrying case is a MUST. The apple carrying case is great but also expensive.
-Touch sensitive buttons are VERY sensitive, but using the hold switch quickly becomes second nature. Overall, if you're in the market for an MP3 player and have the extra cash, the iPod should be your first pick.
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Summary: ipod 10 GB (win)-great gadget!
Review: I am really not much for using computers except for emails and shopping but I was so impressed by the ipod with regards to its style and music capacity that I went ahead and purchased it! I never downloaded music before so I knew it was going to be a major challenge. I installed the firewire card as well as the program for the ipod which proved to be easy as pie but the music software was my biggest headache! It took me forever and a day to get it going. Once I mastered it though- everything else just fell into place. My ipod did freeze up a couple of times but other than that I am pleased with it. Awesome sound, easy to use and the remote earphones is a must!
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Summary: Best out there, minor problems
Review: THis is by far, the best MP3 player out there. Its structure is firm and durable, and it has a nice weight to it. The format is excellent and so is the battery life, however, the screen is hard to see, even in the light. When the backlight is on, it devours the battery. Otherwise, this is the best player on the market.
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Summary: This is The Best MP3 player on the Market!
Review: The Apple 10GB iPod is THE BEST MP3 PLAYER ON THE MARKET TODAY!It has a decent battery life (when not connected to the computer)and holds at least 2,000 songs. It is very much worth the $300 and the only MP3 players I could compare to it are the Apple 3g 15GB and 30GB models. I absolutely love the all touch interface and the superbrightness of the backlight. The one complaint I have about it is it's short battery life connected to the computer. Other than that I have no complaints and would highly recommend it to anyone who asked me about it.
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