Ipod Nano – Coolest Gadget for the Music Buffs
Introduced in September 2005, iPod nano by Apple is the still most coveted gadget for the music buff. Available in super slim models and cool colors, iPod nano comes with amazing storage capacity and battery life. Its ease of use and affordable prices makes it a dream gadget for those who want to stay hooked to music all time.
Amazing capacity
Apple iPod nano was initially launched with a capacity of 2 GB and 4 GB. The 2 GB version holds about 500 songs and the 4 GB version can hold upto 1000 songs. Later, Apple also introduced low-price 1 GB model, which had the capacity to hold upto 240 songs. On popular demand, Apple launched the 8GB iPod nano at the price of its 4 GB model. The 8 GB model could hold a whopping 2000 songs and thousands of photos!
Ultra slim design
The USP of iPod nano is its ultra slim look. It is so small and thin that it can easily fit in your pocket along with other paraphernalia. iPod nano is about 3.5 inches long, 1.5 inches wide and about 6.9 mm thick. The second generation iPod nano has become even slimmer. Its thickness has been reduced to 6.5 mm. The bright and vibrant LCD screen of iPod nano is 176x132 pixels, 1.5 inches diagonal and can display 16-bit color.
Colorful looks
iPod nano comes in trendy colors making them a popular and fashionable gadget amongst youth. While the 2 GB model is available in silver only, the 4 GB comes in attractive green, blue, silver, or pink. The 8 GB model was initially available in black only but hot red model was added later on.
Long battery life
Highly advanced in technology, iPod nano comes with a stated battery life of 14 hours. The second generation iPod nano has an upgraded battery life. It claims to groove you with a battery life of 24 hours!!
Compatible to Accessories
iPod nano features the same 30-pin dock connector as the iPod and iPod mini, allowing it to work effortlessly with over 1,000 accessories developed for iPod, including home stereo speakers and iPod car adapters, thus keeping you connected to your favorite music while at home or on the move.
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Ipod Shuffle: the Cost Effective Gadget
ipod Shuffle: The cost effective gadget
The new iPod shuffle is a much more cost-effective gadget. It heavily relies on the use of an "autofill" feature that comes in the iTunes. The iTunes can select songs of their choice at random from the user's music library or from the specific playlist.
Users can copy songs and tracks of their choice as many as it fit into iPod shuffle's memory. It is worth mentioning that users of the phone can hold up to 240 songs in the 1 GB model. The manufacturer of the gadget estimate, the whole process would take at most four minutes per song and 128 kbit/s AAC encoding.
It is not that the latest gadget is the best in the market. The Apple iPod Shuffle is incapable of playing Apple Lossless and AIFF audio files due to its lower processing power. Some features of the iTunes has been added in the iPod shuffle .
One prominent feature that is being added is the ability to reduce the bit rate of songs to 128 kbit/s AAC. The good thing about the whole affair is that the conversion is done automatically. The original file is left untouched on the computer; moreover the smaller file is sent to the iPod shuffle.
Coming to the designing aspect of the iPod Shuffle. The front of the iPod shuffle is embedded with buttons for Play/Pause, Previous Song/Fast Reverse, Next Song/Fast Forward, and up and down volume adjustment.
On the reverse side of the phone, there is a battery indicator light which gets activated by a button. Moreover, there is a three-position switch to turn the set off or set it to play music.
Coming into the connectivity side of the new iPod Shuffle, it plugs directly into a computer's USB port available in either 1.1 or 2.0. The expected life of the battery takes around 12 hours between charges. Users of the iPod Shuffle would find that the USB plug is hidden beneath a cap.
New iPod Video – Sought After Gadget
One of the most sought after high tech gadgets available in the market nowadays is definitely the new video iPod video. This amazing gadget boasts of really impressive iPod video features that a lot of digital gadget lovers cannot wait to have one on their own hands.
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To those who are uninitiated, they might actually think that iPod video is simply all about music videos, Television shows and movies and clips. Definitely, this is not usually the case. Ever since the last iPod model, such latest device has displaced substantial improvement and positive changes especially if we talk about the areas on iPod video functions and features. We also have to cite the great improvements on the many accessories that go along with the device.
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The new IPod video, like the earlier versions, can easily import pictures in digital form coming from the camera or even the card reader. The owner can utilize the Camera Connector, a device that is fully compatible with a camera as well as USB card reader. While working on photo transfer with the cam, the iPod gadget at the same time shows image thumbnails. At the end of the transfer, you can then browse the images. However, it is not possible for such images to be shown on TV.
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Other important features and functions of the iPod video include import and save features, which are actually found in previous models, albeit the version of the latest iPod has vast improvement. Â Likewise, with the new iPod video one can enjoy greatly improved video processes.
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The Battle Goes on – Which One is the Most Favourable Gadget for your Portable Needs – Ipod, Iphone, Ipod Touch or the Psp?
The battle goes on – which one is the most favourable gadget for your portable needs?
First you have to ask yourself as lots of potential buyers of either of the three below products, IPOD, IPOD TOUCH, IPOD Phone or the PSP. We do not talk about the iBook nor do we talk about Nintendos games console in this article, but they could be considered of course. Ibook is very costly but it enable you to use internet and listen to itunes with the same gadget.
What product fit your needs and the potential usage you are going to put it through?
If you look at some main parameters to judge the products more or less objective based on the user profile, you could come closer to the truth.
Look at functionalities like Gaming, Internet, Photo, Video, Music and Storage capacity. You also have to look at the user interface and its design like screen and functionality buttons.
We will try to compile these criteria’s more or less objective so you can evaluate the PSP vs the Ipod/phone products.
Gaming
Only PSP provides serious gaming console capacity and functionality. If you want gaming console capability your choice is clear, you need the Sony PSP and nothing else. There is no other choice.
Internet
Only PSP, Ipod Phone and Touch (latest software release January 2008) provides internet browsing and email capabilities. However the PSP screen is the largest of them all (for userability of web pages). PSP has some issues with some web pages which has to be taken into consideration. Apple products however have not been long enough in market to really test these features yet.
Photo
You get Photo album capabilities in all products more or less, however the PSP needs some upgrade by 3rd party software. What differentiates the products is memory capacity to hold a certain amount of pictures, but also the way you can interface with your photos. Looking at pictures, select, zoom in and out is better in the Ipod touch or the Iphone, utilizing the touch screen and its capabilities.
In all honesty the PSP looks better - the iphone seems to be suffering from a severe white balance problem. Maybe some people prefer that, but as the iphone costs four times as much as the PSP then you have to judge what is more important to meet your requirements. Obviously the PSP has the size advantage but the iPhone is brighter.
Video/Film
All products can hold videos at their internal formats, and several 3rd party software makes it possible to transfer this media between various medias such as PC, Ipod, PSP, cell phones etc. Again the user interface is the main differentiator here, as the touch screen makes it possible to browse the various movies in a more fancy and maybe interactive way than in the PSP. However this is a matter of user preference and will be highly subjective to users needs and how he/she wants to interact with the gadget. Higher resolution on the PSP versus its competitors is also a point to mention here. So if you want the high resolution and slightly better screen definition, then PSP is definitively your choice.
Music/Audio
You can send your files over and use PSP as you would use an iPod Video, although Apple product has an advantage when it comes to storage. You'll need to get up to 8Gb MemStick DUO on the PSP to get decent memory, but still much lower than IPOD with its 60Gb capacity. If you want a straight out of the box itunes player, then select the Ipod/touch/phone range, otherwise it will just be a subjective choice as there are lots of 3rd party customization to make the PSP to offer Itunes capability, conversion of audio files etc.
Storage Capacity
You can get up to 8Gb MemStick DUO for the PSP. IPOD leads here with its 60Gb capacity. Utilizing high memory capacity for the PSP will run at a cost as well, which needs to be addressed if compared for this purpose. However the Ipod Touch or Iphone comes with maximum of 8Gb memory and can not be upgraded without consequences for warranty etc. Ipod is superior when it comes to capacity, so if you need to store tens of Gb of music, or video, then your choice is the Ipod machine. If you tend to change content often and want to transfer often, then it is either the PSP or the Iphone/ Ipod Touch choices left. However the Apple product have a slight advantage as their user interface for handling the files are easier.
User interface/Design
Several comparisons of the IPOD screen vs PSP makes PSP the clear choice. When you compare IPOD Touch or IPHONE with PSP there is still a slight advantage to PSP since the screen is larger and it seems to have better color definition and looks crispier in view.
PSP is larger as a console vs either IPOD or Iphone or Ipod Touch, so it is maybe less practical to put in your pocket. However since we talk about different usage of these gadgets, you need to see if this really is a differentiator at all.
The later products from Apple with the touch screen is of course an new technology brought to the table, however you have to judge whether you need it for the purpose you need.
It comes down to touch and feel and what you focus on most. If you focus on screen quality, the Sony PSP is the clear choice. If you focus on the user interface and modern technology, then the Apple series touch or Phone is the selection for you.
I would personally go for the PSP, since my use is internet, movie and games. Since we really talk about a game console here, it gives power to all my favourite games as well as the chance to download some fancy graphics to use as my wall papers, or to manipulate some graphics on my PC or Mac and transfer to my PSP, it makes the choice clear to me. I can read most of my favourites on internet as well as reading my emails pretty effective despite no mouse or keyboard on the PSP, but here it is up to you to select what interface you want or are used to.
However, if you are a music and photo lover, I would maybe lean towards the Ipod touch or Iphone. If you already have an iPod that works good and hold enough music to keep you happy, then go with a new PSP.
So it all depends on what you want the gadget for. If you want to listen to music, get an iPod, if you want to play games, get a PSP.
So it comes down to the question Console or a Phone or a media player?
Iphone is a phone and the PSP is a console, Ipod Touch is a media player simple and easy.
The iPhone is a very pretty and medium to high priced multi-functional handheld device that can be used as a phone. The PSP is a very pretty and low cost multi-functional handheld device that can be used to play games, or fed with some 3rd party software used for a whole lot of things. Sony would prefer you not think of PSP as a handheld, more like a multi-media portable. Several handhelds that acts similar to the iPhone with the touch interface (Treo for instance).
You have to lean towards the price as well as your user profile, there is a large price difference to consider here. But if you want to boost your PSP, the price difference gets less, and can become minimal, especially when you talk about the Ipod Touch from Apple.
The old argument for people saying the PSP was the right choice for you, was that it can play music, watch videos, check email, play games and all in one device. This argument could be used for the Iphone as well, since you have the phone capability into it.
32Gb memory stick is soon to be released, so the PSP will be more costly than the iphone, if not the same price when using this memory. However it will have more than Apple products and more flexibility as you can buy as many memory sticks you want and have one for photos, one for audio and another one for games or email information etc.
In the end, the choice is yours but you need to do the homework first, decide what you need the most in your new gadget and what flexibility you want.
People want the simplest, easist way to get enjoyment. Apple, when designing anything (OS, iPod, Hardware, and now the iPhone) always aims for a high level of ease of use.
With any MP3 player, you don't have a uniform way of getting music. It might come with applications to rip music, and even tell you where to legally download music. But then you factor in the compatibility. It may also give you a audio converter so everything works with your player. And it's own media manager to boot. But with the iPod, you get just iTunes. And it's that relationship that makes the iPod so dominant in the market. The program will rip your CDs. It has access to the store where every song, regardless of what the RIAA wants, will be 99 cents or 10 USD pr CD. And when you bring in your own music, iTunes will not only add it and organize it, but convert it to AAC if need be. It's less work on the consumer. That is an appeal. And you have to pay for this convenience. It is the real reason why these products became dominant is for their consumer design.
However the PSP with 3rd party software or as the communities call it “homebrew†has common like music and video playback, image viewing and internet browsing and in those areas I'm sure the PSP will be comparable to the Ipod range products.
The iPhone won't play any games though, at least they haven't announced that it will, which is what most people who have a PSP use it for.
Network to support the 2.5G network that the iPhone uses and the network is lacking several places and has to be considered.
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Green How To- Get Paid To Recycle your Old iPod and Electronic Gadgets
I know so many of us have a drawer at home just full of old electronic gadgets and old iPods that need to be recycled and disposed of properly. We all know that it is not an earth friendly decision to throw these electronic gadgets away, but they sure do not make it easy to recycle these items. Well now there is a way to not only recycle your old electronic gadgets like cell phones and iPods, but also get paid while recycling these items, a way to make green while going green. There are a few different “recycle how to” companies out there that will recycle your old electronic gadgets, but my favorite one in particular is a green company called Gazelle. Not only are they green for the environment, they are green for your wallet, which is always a plus! The way this green company operates is very simple.
You login to Gazelle's website and answer a few questions about your old elcectronic gadgets then Gazelle will automatically determine how much it will pay you based on the quick questions you asked! And the best part is, there is never a charge, so even if you have just a piece of junk electronic gadget, Gazelle will recycle it for free. The company pays for shipping and will send customers a box for most orders. Next, one of Gazelle's 75 employees hand-inspects each device to insure the customer rating is accurate, and erases any user files,from documents to photos to MP3s. Lastly, if the item is deemed to be in good enough condition to resell to secondary retailers, wholesalers or refurbishers, the owner gets a check. If not, Gazelle recycles it at no cost to the owner.
It's that simple! Gazelle takes 15+ categories: cell phones, laptops, cameras, & more with customers netting an average of $100 per device. That's right, the customer, YOU, sending them the old gadgets, gets paid! The company promises one thing to each customer which I thought was extremely valuable to know. Gazelle promises to remain green by placing a guarantee that that no item will ever up in a landfill.
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Apple iPod Classic Innovative Gadgets
This light weight Apple iPod Classic comes with a storage capacity of 160 GB, quite comprehensive by any standards. The Apple iPod classic comes in a new all metal design that makes the gadget quite stunning in the way it looks. All-metal enclosure composed of anodized aluminum and polished stainless steel. The Apple iPod classic is available in quintessential silver or striking new black. Available in a 120 GB model that holds up to 30,000 songs, 150 hours of video, 25,000 photos, or any combination, the new iPod classic fills your pocket with sight and sound. It’s a great device!
New Genius Apple iPod Classic Innovative Gadgets feature finds the songs in your library that go great together and makes a playlist for you. You can listen to the playlist right away, save it for later, or even refresh it and give it another go. And you get up to 36 hours of battery life, so you can keep on rocking for a long, long time. You also can search for specific titles and artists. Want to mix things up? Click Shuffle Songs for a different experience every time.
The big, bright, colour 2.5 inches display of this Apple iPod Classic makes the viewing experience equally enjoyable. Owners of the Apple ipod classic can purchase movies from the iTunes Store and watch the same as and when they want to. iPod classic comes with three games--Vortex, iQuiz, and Klondike--and you can purchase games, such as Monopoly, from the iTunes Store. You can use the iPod classic for up to 7 hours to cater to your entertainment needs.
It shouldn't be forgotten either that while the display of the iPod Classic isn’t as good as the iPod Touch or iPhone, it is still quite good or you can play music videos, TV shows, and movies purchased on the iTunes Store. One can synchronize the gadget with personal computers and store up to 25,000 photos.
This little thing can hold 120 gb Apple iPod Classic of info, sounds incredible and offers gapless playback! No pauses what-so-ever, in between the songs that aren't supposed to have any. You can listen to a lot of progressive metal and classical, and was really annoyed at how many mp3 players would not feature this. Now this stylish and compact player has the thing I cherish the most. The only couple of comments, cover flow is slow, and seems to re-load all album art each time cover art is selected and the silver metal lining of the back of the iPod can be quickly damaged, so buy a cover.
Overall, they are fantastic, great clarity regarding the screen, great sound, very thin-great for travel. Apple mainly focuses its development on the iPods unique user interface and its ease of use, more than on technical capability. Apple iPod Classic like its predecessors has succeeded in making record sales in the electronic market with in a limited period of sale. Apple offers options to fit just about anyone.
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Electronic Gadgets Like Apple iPod – A Boon or Bane
It has become a necessity. But like everything in universe, electronic gadgets too have two sides to them. I am a house wife. I remember very clearly that evening when my husband came home, beaming from ear to ear. He had got a hefty refund on filing his income tax return. And my first reaction was - buy me a washing machine. And I was on cloud nine when my first ever washing machine was delivered. Because I must confess that I hate washing even a small hanky with hands.
Over the years I surrounded myself with various electronic gadgets. Latest models replaced old ones. I had the same excuse every time that this one works better. Microwave, toaster, griller, refrigerator, vacuum cleaners, dishwasher, geyser, air conditioner, and room warmer the list is endless. No household today is complete without these.
They are no longer considered luxuries. They make our life easy. It was ok when mistress of the house stayed back and looked after the house. But today 99% of women are working. They have to balance both home and office. These gadgets are any home maker's friends. Electronic gadgets have brought entertainment right inside our living rooms. Today we could see the majestic full solar eclipse taking place in Kabul while sitting in India.
Television and Internet has brought the world together. We all are citizens of a large global village. Computers and laptops are now part of commercial life at all levels. Corporate offices, business houses, railways, banks, post offices are dependent on computers. Work, which used to take hours to complete are just done with a click of mouse. And you can carry your office with you where ever you go that is if your spouse has no objection.
Cell phones, iPod, digital cameras, the list is endless. Technology has made our life comfortable rather too comfortable. And this is a cause of concern. No I have nothing against electronic gadgets. I am against our dependency on these gadgets. We fail to perform in their absence. They are meant to serve us and not to rule us.
Today we can watch solar eclipse taking place in Kabul, but fail to hear cries of distress in our neighborhood. Our children are turning computer savvy, but they have not experienced the simple pleasure of climbing up a tree. We have become so used to of air conditioners that breathing in fresh air makes us sick.
This dependency is making us physically sick. See the obesity rate in the world all over, especially the developed countries. List of diseases are also endless like endless gadgets. Lets not make them our masters.
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Car Charger for the Apple iPod Nano 3G, iPod Classic, iPod Touch 1G, iPhone 1G, iPod 3G 4G 5G Video, Mini, iPod Photo, and iPod Nano 1G 2G models Color White
Car Charger for the Apple iPod Nano 3G, iPod Classic, iPod Touch 1G, iPhone 1G, iPod 3G 4G 5G Video, Mini, iPod Photo, and iPod Nano 1G 2G models Color White Description The charger fits both standard and auxiliary car power outlets. One end includes Apple's proprietary 30-pin Dock Connector for use with the following iPods; iPod Nano 1G 2G and the 3G, iPod Video, iPod Photo, iPod U2, iPod 3G 4G, and the iPod Classic, iPod Touch 1G, and the iPhone 1G. The charger is made of white high-impact plastic, and sports a LED power indicator to show when the charger is on and charging!
Apple iPod classic 120 GB Black (6th Generation) OLD MODEL
Apple iPod classic 120GB
Apple iPod classic 120GB Black (6th Generation) OLD MODEL Description Now you can take it with you. All of it. Available in a 120 GB model that holds up to 30,000 songs, 150 hours of video, 25,000 photos, or any combination, the new iPod classic fills your pocket with sight and sound. Available in quintessential silver or striking new black, iPod classic catches your eye with its sleek, all-metal enclosure composed of anodized aluminum and polished stainless steel. The new Genius Playlist feature creates an on-the-fly playlist of tracks in your library that go great with the song you're listening to. And Cover Flow lets you flip through your music by album artwork. Discovering new music, movies, TV shows, games, audiobooks, and podcasts is easy on the iTunes Store. Even rent a movie from iTunes and watch it on the go. To get everything into your pocket, just connect iPod classic to your Mac or PC, and iTunes transfers your music and more in one seamless sync.