Which IPod is the Best for You?
The iPod has been the portable media player of choice since 2001. Apple has been improving and updating their iPod line each year with newer features, larger storage capability and convenient services. If you’ve decided to purchase an iPod for yourself or someone you know, but do not know which model is right for you, here are a few options and categories you can review to make the right decision.
iPod Shuffle
The iPod Shuffle is a smallest and most lightweight portable music player in the product line. It is the only iPod that does not feature a display screen. The Shuffle is no larger than a house key, is extremely thin in profile and does not feature any controls on the unit itself. The playback controls have been integrated into the headphones for quicker access.
The iPod Shuffle features speech technology called VoiceOver, which announces the name of the song being played, playlists and the amount of battery power left. It can also speak to you in 20 different languages. The Shuffle also comes in a variety of colors to complement your style, and comes in a 2 GB size for $59 USD and 4 GB size for $79 USD, allowing you the capability of storing over 1,000 songs.
Perfect for:
Joggers or people with active lifestyles due to its tiny, space-saving design
Casual music listeners
A person who doesn’t require numerous gadgets
A person who is not tech-savvy.
iPod Nano
The iPod Nano is the most popular design out of all the iPod products. It is small in size but deep in features, giving the user more worth for its sticker value. The newly released iPod Nano now features a video camera, an FM tuner and a larger viewing screen. The iPod Nano is also available in a rainbow of colors for those looking to accessorize.
There are two sizes for the iPod Nano – there is an 8 GB model for $149 USD and a 16 GB model for $179 USD. For only 30 dollars more, you will double your storage space (with the video recording capability you will need it) and it is a worthy investment. The FM Tuner option also breathes new life into this fan favorite, with the ability to tune into area radio stations on the FM band, and pause and resume playback of live radio (up to 15 minutes). The iPod Nano is truly the best all-around option for those users in the market for a reliable portable media player.
Perfect for:
People with active lifestyles due to its tiny, space-saving design
Youngsters looking for the latest technology at a fraction of the cost
A person looking for the best mix of portability, style, and features
A first time user looking to get the best ‘bang’ for their buck
iPod Classic
If the iPod Nano is the sports car of the iPod line, then the Classic is the stretch limousine. With its elegant look (available only in White and Black) the iPod Classic features more than enough room to store your music, your movies and video, pictures and games. This version is the largest in size, both physically and in capacity, with 160 GB of available space for your media needs.
The iPod Classic has a 2.5″ full colour LCD screen with a brlliant display, smooth finish and crisp image quality. The Classic has been the flagship model for the iPod since its release in 2001, and its design has only been modernized and streamlined for the better. The Classic costs $249 USD, and is ideal for those who have extensive media libraries.
Perfect for:
The user with a lot of media at their disposal
People who aren’t concerned with size
The Music master at social gatherings
iPod Touch
The show piece of the iPod catalog is the iPod Touch. It features a fully responsive touch-screen interface similar to the iPhone, and has scores of features at its disposal. The iPod Touch boasts the largest viewing screen (at 3.5 inches), stores and plays music, video and images, has full Wi-Fi capability for Internet service and is a portable gaming device.
The latest upgrade to the iPod Touch has expanded its storage size to 64 GB, up from the smaller 8 GB and 32 GB models. It also has enhanced VoiceControl capability which will recognize simple speech commands such as ‘pause,’ ‘next song,’ and ’shuffle.’ A microphone has been built in to the customized earphones, along with the standard volume control. With room for up to 14,000 songs, the iPod Touch is positioning itself as the top-of-the-line portable media device for higher end users. The 8 GB model costs $199, the new 32 GB and 64 GB models cost $299 and $399 USD respectively. If you’re looking to go all-out on an iPod purchase, this is the one for you.
Perfect for:
The tech-savvy iPod user looking for the top-end solution
Users interested in gaming
People who require internet connectivity on the go
People who are looking for the most innovative media player available on the market
This breakdown should provide the first time buyer or the repeat customer with some serious ammunition when the time comes to make an iPod purchase. All of the players are fantastic due to Apple’s product quality, but not every iPod is the perfect match for its user. Some require more space, others require Internet access, and others are looking to save space. Whatever the user’s needs may be, Apple has an iPod that is just right at a price that is well worth the purchase.
– By Andres Rodriguez | AssociatedContent
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