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Digital camera reviews of Apple iPod nano 8 GB Black (4th Generation) [Previous Model]
Digital camera Review: Apple is big brother
Summary: 3 Stars
After spending an extra 130.00 dollars and 9 hours of support that spanned three companies; my software company Microsoft and Apple and finally Dell. I discovered it was Apples deal that unless the device is in DISK MODE which is rather complicated to do...please see instructions online otherwise it doesn't work, meaning it wil say "Itunes has shut down" and that will be that. Well in disk mode when one first attaches the device it will ask for a credit card as you register the Nano. Which is sinister and I think unforgivable. I use the device and I kind of think it was worth the headache still it annoys me how complicated the initial setup was. I think it is shame on Apple for needing my credit card to allow me to play. Bothers me...a lot! It works although I think that the instructions are lousy and made to look simpler (setup) than it is. Good luck!Digital camera Review: Apple lost a customer to Microsoft Zune-- and I'm the last person I thought would ever switch...
Summary: 3 Stars
I received this 4th generation (RED) nano for Christmas and was thrilled... this was to replace my seriously dated original i pod. From the first day it a big frustration to me-- I actually renamed this i pod "broken heart" because of all the trouble it gave me. Firstly my PowerBook G4 was too old to download the current i tunes software which made me mad... Apple, you want to design stuff to last forever then don't make your newer products compatible with your old? What really got me is that a PC of the same time would have worked with this i pod. *** Disclaimer-- I'm only 25 so this isn't like an "apple is complicated because I'm old and computer illiterate type stuff"****
So, I had to use my husbands new Dell to download i tunes and use with my I pod. Let me tell you this was such a pain in the butt that I finally decided it would be easier to buy a zune and I'm so happy I did.
Reasons to get a 8 GB Zune instead:
1) For 14.99 a month you can get UNLIMITED songs and keep them for as long as you keep up the subscription. Seriously this is the greatest feature-- my husband and I can share the subscription and both use it for this one rate. Buy one CD a month and you will have paid for this service. It is nice!!!
2) Compatible and easy to use. Zune Pass is easy to use and I like the site much better than i tunes.
3) Radio and wireless sharing built in to the zune.
4) I got my husband much cheaper zune accessories for his zune than I could get for my I pod. And, you can use some of your I pod stuff if you use the headphone jack.
Overall, the Zune is not as cute as my nano apple but plug it in and it works. After you get used the the click system it is really simple and I'm glad I switched!!!
Just think about this one point again before you purchase this nano-- UNLIMITED SONGS FOR 14.99 a month--- just mull that over and thank me later.
Digital camera Review: Apple's iPods always excel
Summary: 4 Stars
After trying another little mp3 player from a different company, I bit the bullet and got the black 4th generation iPod nano, which was on clearance at a department store. I wasn't keen on getting the newest 5th generation, as I don't need to record video, I don't really listen to the radio, and though the pedometer is a clever little feature on the newest iPod nano, I can't see myself ever paying that much attention to it. So, the previous 4th generation version was perfect for me.
First impression, right out of the box: Holy crap, this thing is TINY! And thin as all get out. It feels/looks to me as though if you're a tiny bit too rough with it, it'll snap in half. I'd recommend some sort of silicon, or, better yet, hard case to go with it. This way if you are less than extremely gentle, your iPod will be protected. A screen protector would do well also to keep your screen from getting scratched, if you go with a silicon case. As many reviews have already stated, dump the proprietary Apple earbuds that come with your iPod and go with your favorite, better earphones. (Make sure they are compatible, of course.) The sound is crystal clear and very, very nice - best I've heard from the iPod line so far. The graphics and color on the iPod are also amazing; I was happy with the ability to increase the font size on the display, which is good for perhaps older folks with limited eyesight. I can't comment on photo quality as I don't have any stored on my iPod yet, but, as far as movies go - VERY nice. The picture quality is once again crystal clear, audio quality is amazing. The only drawback I see is that the screen is small so I wouldn't recommend watching a lot of movies or tv shows on your iPod, but as a good time-filler or a distraction for the kids on a long car or plane ride... go for it.
A lot has been said about the quality of the iTunes software or folks not wanting to be locked into a specific program to manage your music... fact is, you're not locked in. Use Google and I bet you can find 1 or 2 alternate programs other than iTunes that you can use to manage your music. I'm not using iTunes ;) I've also seen complaints about how the iPod Nano 4th Generation is difficult to use without more information than the little insert provided by Apple; again, Google is your friend. If you don't know how to do something, Google it, and the answer will pop right up. I've had to do that once or twice for minor questions, and I found the answer each time. Plus Apple's website has an 80-page manual for the 4th gen which will surely answer most of what you need to know.
All in all, I'm very pleased with this little player, and I think others will be too. Call me an elitist, but if you're looking for a player that's easy to use, has great sound, and is made well, Apple's iPods are top of the line.
Digital camera Review: Awesome
Summary: 5 Stars
Just got my 1st ipod & I'm almost 50 (why did i wait so long ?)
one thing i didn't expect is that I didn't get a phone book sized Manuel on how to use it ! Thanks Apple !
I did however get my 18 yr old son to set it up for me . & it works great !! also bought a dock for it . Dave Manley
Digital camera Review: Awesome
Summary: 5 Stars
Product came right on time and I had no issues with any of them. Seller gets an A+++.