Ipod...

[Slinky]

Would someone please help me..?

My daughter wants an ipod for xmas..But i dont see the point in spending 120£+ knowing she will not use it :eek:

Sooo i've found these classy Mp3 players..they look the samejust less than half the money of ipods lol Please if anyone knows anything about these or ipods tell me if this thing ( http://www.argos.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?storeId=10001&catalogId=1500001151&langId=-1&searchTerms=5137758&Submit=GO+%3E )

here is any good? Or are these just wasted money?

Any help appreciated .. thankyou :)

[Froedo]

Well. it all depends :)

I will list some pros and cons for you, (Not made by me) but they might answer your question. Well at least i hope so. :)

The Pros of Buying an iPod

1. Easy-to-Use Interface - The iPod's combination of simple the clickwheel and clear onscreen software makes it a snap to use out of the box.

2. Best Software Integration - The iPod/iTunes connection makes managing the music on both the iPod and your computer almost effortless. No steep leaning curve here.

3. Great Hardware - The hardware that is used to make the iPod is high quality, durable, and stylish.

4. Best Online Store - The iTunes Store is far and away the best online store for filling your MP3 player to the brim with great music, movies, TV shows, podcasts, games, and audiobooks. No other online store offers as many choices or deals as good.
Constant Innovation - Apple regularly adds new features to iTunes, the iTunes Store, and the iPod's software, giving you new content and capabilities all the time.

5. Selection - With the four different iPod models, there's an iPod for every need and budget.

6. Cool Factor - Even after all these years, the iPod is still the coolest MP3 player on the market. And everyone likes to be cool, yes?

The Cons of Buying an iPod

1. Higher Price - Apple products generally cost more than their competitors. Fans would say that the price is justified by the better hardware, software, and experience. That may not make much difference to your bank account, though.

2. Battery Life - This is less of a concern now than it was with the first few generations of iPods, but battery life has not always been as good as it should have been on the iPod.

3. Non-Replaceable Battery - Compounding this problem, the customer can't replace the iPod's battery, as it requires taking the iPod apart. This can lead to either dead iPods or needing to pay for a battery replacement.

4. Apple DRM - Content at the iTunes Store uses Apple's digital rights management technology to prevent unauthorized sharing. Thought this DRM isn't as restrictive as some, many people still don't like it.

Hope these pros and cons could answer some of your questions :) Or if theres still something you need to get answered don't be afraid to ask. Always here to help ;)

[Degen]

iPod's are amazing and she will probably use it constantly, if she is a music fan and computer savvy. More than any other product I can think of, an iPod is something you want to get the brand name model for. All of the other MP3 players I have seen are terrible in comparison.

There are cheaper models though. The iPod Shuffle and iPod Nano are both quite a bit cheaper than regular iPod's. You can also get one used from Gumtree/Craigslist/eBay for a big discount to retail prices, from somebody looking to upgrade.

[Slinky]

Thanks WD .. think i will get her the ipod! Got to accessorize ;)

[pip_sta]

heehee....ipods are like - the best!! She'll have a different soundtrack for everything she does. heehee :p .....The ipod nano is really good...and its not as expensive.