Apple iPod touch 8 GB (2nd Generation) [OLD MODEL] by Apple Computer
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Digital camera reviews of Apple iPod touch 8 GB (2nd Generation) [OLD MODEL]
Digital camera Review: A music player, a geek's toy, what more could you ask for?
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this iPod Touch for my wife knowing that she had mentioned wanting to bring her music with her. Shortly after she first got it started, I introduced her to the AppStore and she never looked back.
She doesn't use it for music, she uses it for the little apps, mostly games, organizers and so forth. The amount of free applications is daunting and, though you can find thousands of them, you will likely only see the "top 50" of type, popularity and so forth. Digging deeper can bring to light some gems, but you rarely get past the "50" mark without having to go online to do your own research.
The cryptic way that the iPod works with iTunes and you music files has _always_ kept me from getting an iPod... I've personally vowed never to get one for myself because of the way it is handled. We've had some synchronizing accidents, erasing all downloaded applications, because of the way that you have to set up iTunes to work with the device. Simply annoying. Although I've had Mac owners tell me that iTunes works far better on a Mac, they still have to deal with this cryptic method of setting up the device. I know it is a method of self-preservation, but it is the main stumbling block that keeps me from investing further in any purchased items.
Other than that, it's an organizer, alarm clock, wireless network finder and browser. It can do anything that the iPhone can do without the $60+data monthly fee. (Well, except make calls like a mobile phone and browse GPRS or 3G... :D) She enjoys it and that's what matters to me.
Though I can do some incredible things with it knowing that the core is Unix, it's "closed system" requires you to do all of your restricted shopping/buying from the App Store. A money maker for Apple, but keeps the device woefully inside a tight confine of limits for it's potential. The homebrew scene requires a Mac, no exceptions.
I enjoy it and my wife loves it! But I, personally, find the pain points of being force fed Apple products in a perpetual stream of Apple services via advertising and the App Store, plus the automation of iTunes handling along with the glut of advertising there, to simply not be for me.
Digital camera Review: A nice gadget
Summary: 5 Stars
Great piece, in according to the specifications. But I recommend a bigger one, if you have a lot of videos.Digital camera Review: A skeptic but now in love!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have been a previous owner of a 1st Gen Nano as well as the 4th Gen Nano. It took me five years to upgrade my Nano because I was happy with my 1st Gen.
I've had many friends who'd upgraded to iPhones or iTouches and I could not understand why. I am a Blackberry user (for work) and find that it does what I want. I've always had my Nano for the gym, travelling (which I do a lot of) or for grooving out in my car.
The iTouch seemed like it would be too large for me to work out with (I still use my Nano for the gym).
I received this 8G model from a vendor from work. It was a total shock and I must admit that I took it home and immediately loaded some music onto it and downloaded some apps.
I do like that it has some games which seem to run without glitches and the maps feature. However, it is frustrating that you have to be near wifi to be able to access some of the apps or features due to it not having a 'cell' carrier.
I have wifi at home so I primarily use it then if I need to use an app (games, etc).
But I do like it now that I actually did get one to keep.
I rarely use my Nano except when sweating in the gym. It seems silly to have 2 iPods but I will likely use the iTouch for travelling since it has games on it as well as a longer battery life than the Nano (by 6 hours supposedly).
Digital camera Review: AWESOME
Summary: 5 Stars
I love it. It is so great to have so much in your hands, and not have to pay a monthly charge, like a cell phone. Great price too!Digital camera Review: Absolutely Amazing!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased the 8 Gig Apple Ipod Touch about 2 weeks ago from Amazon and Was absolutely blown away by the features this ipod boasts!! With this being my first purchase of an Apple ipod of any kind, and only my second purchase of an mp3 player I really didn't know what to expect.This thing does it all!!! I can surf the web via my wireless router, send and receive email, download music and apps, get weather reports for any location I choose and so much more!! I am still discovering all of the possibilities with this "mp3 player"!! Needless to say, I would recommend this unit to anyone interested in making a purchase of an mp3 player!!