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Summary: Beautiful Machine & Yes, It works with PCs....
Review: I got this toy for X-mas, but was reluctant to use it after reading the warnings for PC users. When you look closely on the box, they do recommend to use either a USB 2.0 or FireWire connection. So here I went and got a SIIG USB 2.0 Firewire 10/100 Adapter Card (for sale on Amazon for $42.99) and installed the card in my PC. Then I rebooted, installed the software for the SIIG, connected the iPod and installed its software and VOILA!!! It works awesome. Without a snitch!!!The music program iTunes is an awesome software, much better than MusicMatch and works without any problem on a PC. The transfer from the PC to the iPod of MP3s is PHENOMENAL. A full 60 minutes album @160kps encoding is roughly dowloaded in 10 seconds.... Thanks to the Firewire connection. The iPod comes with a Firewire cable but if you want the USB 2.0 cable, you'll need to go on Apple web-site. Last but not least, the design is really cool, the wheel easy to use and the earphones decent quality. Just a precaution: buy a carrying case to protect this jewel. Remember there is a hard drive in it. One thing missing: COLOR DISPLAY??? Apple, anyone???
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Summary: Not for Running!
Review: I am buying the Rio Cali 256 Sport to replace my iPod. I've had the iPod for 1 year and bought it specifically for long runs. It's great for storing songs and for non-impact activities, but it is NOT for running! My iPod started to freeze up while running, so I went to the Apple store for help. (The freeze-up only happened while I was running. It was OK otherwise.) I was told to restore the iPod to factory settings. That did not work, so I went back to the help desk. The second time, the tech person told me that running with the iPod was like running "with a hard drive strapped to your belt" and that it was not good to run with it. I am a tried and true Mac person, but I would not recommend this MP3 for active sports.
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Summary: works great on mac and windoze, fun to use
Review: I think it is redundant to say that the iPod is the best on the market. The only thing I don't like is 8hr battery life. At least 10 (like the original iPod) would be very nice. Dock is handy.
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Summary: IPod needs extra cables to work with Windows
Review: I bought the IPod for Mac and Windows recently from Amazon. I have Windows XP not a Mac computer. My Windows Computer does not have a Firewire connector, and I could not get the IPOD to work. Amazon did not provide any recommendations on how to fix the problem. ... Dock Connector to FireWire and USB 2.0 Cable(Windows PC only) ... After purchasing the IPod Dock Connector from Apple my IPod now works great. I would recommmend this product highly. This connection should have been included from Apple to begin with as it was advertised as for "MAC and Windows." As Apple has chosen not to provide it as part of the purchase price, my suggestion to Amazon is to recommend the iPod Dock Connector to FireWire and USB 2.0 for Windows customers as an add on at time of purchase. Amazon needs to provide this as an accessary rather than forcing the customer to find it at Apple without technical support from Amazon. It took about 10 days after receiving the IPod before i could get the Dock Connector from Apple.
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Summary: Changed my life
Review: Unbeleivable is all I can say. How many great songs have you heard in your entire life? Load every single one on the 10 gig Ipod and still have room for more. Make your own mixes and play directly through your stereo with the Monster cables (extra). Everyone's a DJ in minutes!! This is awesome!!
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Summary: wait to buy this
Review: Apple just announced that they are stopping production of this model, and going to offer the 15 GB model for the same price
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Summary: Apple Uses Deceptive Sales Practice to Reduce Returns
Review: Do NOT personalize your IPod with an engraving, which Apple is offering for "free." If you do this, you will NOT be able to return your IPod for ANY reason. This detail is burried in the fine print found in "Other Terms and Conditions." This is a deceptive sales practive. The right to return a product is one of the hallmarks of responsible retailing. This warning is in addition to the many caveats regarding the IPod's inferior battery. Many users have found out the hard way that the "memory effect" degrades the battery in the IPod over time. You will have to replace it. Initially, Apple was charging $269 for the repair but they are succumbing to consumer pressure (and class action lawsuits) and offering a $99 replacement program.
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Summary: Great Little Player
Review: My husband gave this to me for Christmas. The design of the packaging was what I would expect from Apple and was not disappointed. I loaded it on my Dell PC, without any problems and was able to download music right away. The only problem I have is that the earbuds don't stay in my ears while working out. I've spoken to other women who would like this player, but they want a chose of different colors. Overall, I'm very pleased with this little player with the big sound!
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Summary: iLike
Review: This product is awesome and easy to use. Granted, for Windows users it is a tad more difficult. But, if yo have Windows XP, iTunes 4.1, and buy the optional USB 2.0 cable; it is no problem. The features are amazing and the iPod is just plain beautiful. Notice the slick chrome design with pearl face; very 21st Century. It makes me want to buy everything Apple makes. But a cationary note must be stated; this unit scratches very easily (so buy a case). There simply is not better MP3 player; don't even bother. Others pale in comparison and lack the features. Worth every penny!! Go and buy one now!!
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Summary: I Love it!
Review: The iPod is the greatest little (and I mean "little") device I've ever used--or heard of. It worked right out of the box, as I have gotten used to since I got my Mac. (I am a former Windows user who switched because I was tired of fighting to get things to work on my PC.) Based on the reviews I've read, if you have anything other than a low-end PC, and if you download iTunes, you'll experience the ease of Apple.
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