Apple iPod 4 GB mini M9160LL/A (Silver) OLD MODEL by Apple Computer
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Digital camera reviews of Apple iPod 4 GB mini M9160LL/A (Silver) OLD MODEL
Digital camera Review: A Lot of Music
Summary: 4 Stars
This device delivers what it promises, up to 1,000 songs at 4 minutes a piece. There is the online Itunes store where tracks of any sort can be purchased for 99 cents. When exercising(jogging, staitrmastering, walking, cycling, or whatever) it doesn't skip and doesn't poop out during a long workout. The battery life is much longer than a typical MP3 player.There are some issues. The front iPod Mini's buttons are sensitive. I have found the batteries unexpectedly drained when carrying this in my handbag AND in a carrying case. It takes little pressure to activate it. I found the accessories at The Apple Store overpriced. Furthermore,not all artists participate with the Itunes online music store. I couldn't access Led Zeppelin, only bands that had done covers.
This has a nice small design and if you loaded it to the hilt, there will be approximately 3 days of music to enjoy at 3/5 of the price of the regular iPod.
Digital camera Review: A Piece of Garbage
Summary: 1 Stars
This was the worst electronics puchase I've ever made. When I first got the mini it was great, looked nice and sounded great. Within about 6 months battery life started to go way down, after a year it was down to nothing, didn't work properly, would show a full charge and not last more than 20 minutes. If you're going to take a chance on an iPod, definitely get a newer different model that may be of better quality than this one.Digital camera Review: A few flaws, but overall excellent
Summary: 5 Stars
After some deliberation, I decided to buy an iPod mini. The price was a bit prohibitive ($380 Canadian with tax...ouch), but the iPod mini's ease of use, superb sound quality, and stylish look are worth crowing about. A lot of people have complained about the iPod mini's relative lack of storage space compared to its older brothers, but I consider myself a pretty hardcore music fan, with my fingers in all different genres, and I only have 556 songs on my Mac. That's a lot of music, people. And I still have 1.3 gigs left over! So don't be afraid that the mini has "only" 4 gigs of storage space. You'd be suprised how much you can fit on there.
Now for the bad stuff: The battery life is disappointing. Sure, most of us won't need to go for eight straight hours without a recharge, but if you listen to your mini a lot (as I do), you might be suprised at how quickly the battery drains. Apple's advertised 8 hours, in reality, is more like 5-6.
Also, don't be fooled by everyone around you wearing those white Apple earbuds - they're just trying to look trendy. The earbuds (included in the box, along with a belt clip) are okay, but have a weak lower end (bass) and are a bit tinny. Most earbuds are, though. Pick up a better pair of headphones - I use Panasonic Shockwaves, which get nice bass and aren't expensive at all. Still, if you really want to draw those stares, use the earbuds. Whatever floats your boat.
Another thing: Check out the iPod mini in real life if you can. It's actually much smaller than it looks in pictures (that's a good thing). And a note for PC users: You'll probably have a few glitches setting up the iPod. Such is the nature of the PC. Mac users, of course, could be brain damaged and still get the iPod up and running in a matter of minutes.
Overall, I'm hugely impressed with the iPod mini. It's ridiculously easy to use, it looks great, and having a thousand songs in your pocket at any given time will blow your mind. No more skipping, no more changing CDs...it's golden. Definitely check out the mini if you're in the market for a good MP3 player.
Digital camera Review: A great new addition to the iPod series
Summary: 4 Stars
The iPod mini, in many ways, is a great mp3 player for those casual music listeners. However, for some, it may not be the best way to go.Recently, I purchased a Creative Nomad Zen NX 20mb for 250 dollars at best buy. I was very happy with the product. However, after a few months of usage, the headphone jack would not work and I had to return it. Looking at the new products, I decided on getting an iPod mini.
And I was right with my decision. When you first pick up the mini, it feels extremely sturdy in your hands. It's just the right weight. The case feels extremely unbreakable, and it is about the size of an altoids tin, but is more flat. When looking at different reviews for it, no one could exlplain the "revolutionary click-wheel". How did apple put the wheel on the iPod mini? Well, if you want to know if the touch sensor is still there, it is. But this time, the buttons are ON the wheel, and instead of touching the buttons, you press them, and the entire wheel clicks in.
As for the screen, the size doesn't get in your way at all, and compared to the other ipods, the resolution is much greater. The backlight makes it look very sharp, and overall it looks great.
The battery life lasts around 7-8 hours, just as the box says. However, (I am yet to experience this) the battery will die, and will not recharge after 360 times of charging it. It costs at least $100 to replace it.
The only iPod mini out right now is the 4gb model. That is enough to store over 1000 songs, close to 1200. For many people, that is quite more then enough, but for those who need more, it may not be your music-solution.
The other problem I encountered isn't too severe, but it is definately a problem. The iPod mini would at many times freeze, and I would have to restart it. Luckily, Apple made it very easy, and you can restart it just by holding down two buttons.
The headphones that come with the iPod mini are double earbuds that work well with the iPod, but don't deliver some of the music you could be getting with other high-quality headphones. Also, the mesh that covers the headphones frequently comes off.
All the other parts that come with the iPod mini work just right, and installing it on a Windows or Mac is usually quite easy. The software that is included (iTunes) works very well.
Overall, this product works great for the casual listener. It's definately up to par with the new Creative 4gb player, the MuVo NX.
Digital camera Review: A kids Review
Summary: 5 Stars
I have a silver mini iPod and I think it is the best. You can download a lot of song if you are a person like me. The Pepsi music also helps you save $ on iTunes. If you buy the iTrip (see apple website) beware because if you add more radio frequencys then it takes up space.