Why would you buy an IPod? [Archive]

Luke122

09-29-2008, 09:40 PM

Have you used one? Your blind hatred of all things Apple is making you miss out.

They have a really nice interface, TONS of accessories for it, integrated store for apps, music, and video (Itunes), and a very simple navigation scheme.

The nano (which I have) is incredibly small and thin, but still packs a killer punch. Big storage, excellent screen and video quality, and the ability to carry not only music and videos, but games, and it can sync up to your calendar and contacts on your PC, to give you some PDA functionality as well.

The ipod touch has built in 802.11b/g wifi, a 3.5" screen, acclerometers to allow for movement sensitive games/apps, as well as the same features mentioned above.

Why not have a PMP capable of video/audio/games/internet, that weighs very little, has a big screen, great battery life? Dont hate it because it's an Apple, hate it because it's pricey. :)

Cymae

09-29-2008, 09:42 PM

I think for me it all goes down the toilet with ITunes. I hate having to move something to IPod format, and only being able to do it on ONE pc. I don't understand why you would pay nearly triple what it costs for a similar item that doesn't have an apple logo on it, plus holds more data and has fucntional features other than "sleek casing and 100,000 useless add-ons".

I DO NOT HATE IT BECAUSE IT IS AN APPLE - Just want to make that clear. I simply do not understand the benifits of it over something else.

Simple EG:

my DS can play games, video files, audio files, browse the internet, has wifi, touch screen and the added bonus of RUMBLESHOCK. I can pump it up with an 8gb micro SD card no issues, and it will STILL be cheaper than an IPOD. Oh, and it has all those useless gadgets available too if you're into that sort of thing ;)

Omega

09-29-2008, 09:48 PM

Ok, from where I'm standing, I can't see any benifits whatsoever from owning an ipod, so I was wondering if anyone could enlighten me as to why they're so good as opposed to owning an MP3/media Player?

Note: Because it's awesome/cool/white, etc are not legitimate reasons.

They're decently priced (currently just over $2/gb, isn't the best but it isn't bad either), have a nice amount of features (although while the lack of a microphone and fm radio is kind of lackluster, you never really use those features often on an mp3 player that has them... at least I never did), there's a huge aftermarket support for both add-ons, interfaces (car stereo, television, radio, etc), and some mods (i have a friend who purchased a clear face for his 5th gen iPod, it looks freaking sweet), alarm clocks and more, plus the other obvious advantages that inherently come with an mp3 player... it can hold most of/all your music everywhere you go.

There are some disadvantages, I'll admit, such as no microphone or radio, right now you can only get 120gb storage, but most importantly it can only play a few limited types of audio or video files...

but regardless, they're solidly built mp3 players by a company that, as far as I have heard, doesn't hesitate to replace broken ones under warranty, and builds pretty good products. I've had mine for a few months now and I have no complaints.

Luke122

09-29-2008, 10:16 PM

I think for me it all goes down the toilet with ITunes. I hate having to move something to IPod format, and only being able to do it on ONE pc.

MP3's import straight in, no conversion. If you rip from CD's, you can choose the format, and MP3 is one of them, so no restrictions there.

As for songs purchased in iTunes, I have no idea, as I havent bought anything on there. I rip my own CDs and all I use iTunes for is the sync to the ipod and for my free podcasts that i subscribe to. If you really have a problem with iTunes, Winamp now offers iPod support as well.

I don't understand why you would pay nearly triple what it costs for a similar item that doesn't have an apple logo on it, plus holds more data and has fucntional features other than "sleek casing and 100,000 useless add-ons".

I have a 256mb Creative mp3 player that i got a few years ago for $100. It did exactly what it was supposed to do, and it was worth the price to me.

Creative has a 60gb Zen vision, for $329.99. Yup, more storage for less + an FM tuner. Lets see.. 1.1kg, and 4.5hrs of video playback, or 13 hrs of audio playback. Well thats not very good.. 32gb iPod touch is $399 (MSRP), and has 36hrs of audio or 7hrs of video playback, and it weighs 115g. Wow.. tha's like a 10th of the creative.

my DS can play games, video files, audio files, browse the internet, has wifi, touch screen and the added bonus of RUMBLESHOCK. I can pump it up with an 8gb micro SD card no issues, and it will STILL be cheaper than an IPOD. Oh, and it has all those useless gadgets available too if you're into that sort of thing ;)

A nintendo DS is just plain ugly. Twice the weight of the ipod touch, has 2 - 3" screens at 256x192 resolution (touch is 480x320, 3.5"), 6-10hrs of battery life (vs 36 hrs for audio), etc.

I hardly consider the ability to carry my contact list, calendar, and notes, as well as file storage "useless gadgets".

Spawn-Inc

09-29-2008, 10:24 PM

A nintendo DS is just plain ugly. Twice the weight of the ipod touch, has 2 - 3" screens at 256x192 resolution (touch is 480x320, 3.5"), 6-10hrs of battery life (vs 36 hrs for audio), etc.

I hardly consider the ability to carry my contact list, calendar, and notes, as well as file storage "useless gadgets".

which makes that remark pointless, thats like pointing out that the DS can last several days/weeks on standby... how long will it last when playing video? i used to play my DS 2-3 hours a day and not have to charge it for at least a full week and a half. i once left it in standby for 2 weeks and it was still fine.

actual use is what counts.

also i have never owned one, obviously, but have spent a enough time with them to hate them as mush as i do with my friends ipods. i will say that i haven't tried the touch, so as far as that one is concerned i cannot fairly comment on them. my cousin dropped hers about 2-3 feet and the screen cracked. i've dropped mine at 4 feet (i'm taller) and it was ready to work for me right after i took the battery out and popped it back in.

Luke122

09-29-2008, 10:31 PM

which makes that remark pointless, thats like pointing out that the DS can last several days/weeks on standby... how long will it last when playing video? i used to play my DS 2-3 hours a day and not have to charge it for at least a full week and a half. i once left it in standby for 2 weeks and it was still fine.

actual use is what counts.

I should clarify that those numbers are based on continuous usage, and the 36hrs of Audio = 7 hrs of video. I would say that the DS wont do 7 hrs of video on one charge, but I cant say for sure... I just pulled the specs off the respective sites (Nintendo and Apple).

My ipod nano gets ridiculous amounts of playback and standby, so the touch will probably the same.

Zephik

09-29-2008, 10:37 PM

Pro's:

Build Quality (The way they feel and the quality of technology used to make them)
Playback Quality (Sound, Video, etc.)
Design (Exterior aesthetics/features, UI aesthetics/featuers, All around ease of use [playback buttons and etc, UI navigation, stuff like that], etc.)
Customer Service (My personal experience with them was above and beyond what I expected, which for the price that I paid was already pretty high.)
Accessories (gazillions of accessories in all shapes, sizes and prices)
[New] Unique Features (The new Nano's have some pretty unique features that I found intriguing. They are the only players that I know of that have those features.) [I forget what they call them though]Con's:

Price (You can get better media devices for a lower price, although I would personally say that the quality of other devices aren't always as high, or at least not as high in all aspects like iPods are)
Features (Not as many basic features. Most other media players have things such as an FM radio and/or an expansion slot [See Creative Zen for example])Basically the way that I see it is that when you buy an Apple iPod product you are buying (pretty much) a gaurunteed quality product with great customer service.

However, I would personally choose a Creative Zen or a Creative Zen X-Fi (http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=50001137%2040000023%201398829879&Description=Creative&name=2.5%22)over an iPod any day of the week. More features for a much lower price tag. The only downside is the build quality doesn't "feel" as good as the iPods build quality (at least with the regular Zen anyways).

LiTHiUM0XiD3

09-30-2008, 12:54 AM

the simplest reason why to buy an ipod? well here it is.. if ya got a older model ipod... u can put linux on it :)

XcOM

09-30-2008, 01:35 AM

the simplest reason why to buy an ipod? well here it is.. if ya got a older model ipod... u can put linux on it :)

+rep

But i have tried to use an ipod, i didn't like having to use a media manager of any kind, i liked plug in, then just drag and drop what you want, no messing about,

yes there is an advanage of making playlists up and copyingb it across, but it dosen't matter with me as i listen to whole albums at a time.

The build quality sofar as feal goes is very good, feels very well made/put together,

But saying that i've heard of alot of people having battery, screen and button faliuries, but saying that i've alsy heard the complete oposit, a mate hs the 1st gen and she says its still going strong

SXRguyinMA

09-30-2008, 12:13 PM

I have the first gen 8GB iPhone for myself, I love it. Works well as a phone, plus I have over 900 songs on it, and my Alpine CDA-9885 (http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_8933_Alpine+CDA-9885.html) deck in my truck has the ipod hookup, so I can plug it in an search through the songs, etc all from the radio itself, pretty sleek :up:

I picked up the last gen nano 8GB for the wife as well, in hot pink :D she loves it though, perfect size, does video too

Luke122

09-30-2008, 02:25 PM

I have the last gen nano 8gb also. :)

It seems that some people dont like the fact that you have to use iTunes to sync the iPod. From within iTunes, set the ipod to be managed manually, then you can just drag and drop songs to the ipod. Yes, you still need to have iTunes open, but you dont need to use their sync process. Simply drag the songs into the window, and drop them on the ipod icon, and thats it. :)

SXRguyinMA

09-30-2008, 03:07 PM

I have no issues with their sync process, works nice IMHO, DL a new podcast and a few new apps from the itunes store, just hit one button and it backs up my iphone and installs/updates everything

xRyokenx

09-30-2008, 03:33 PM

I have had tons of issues with iTunes, especially because I reall did not need it to be installed (could not get Quicktime without it). I got a 4GB COWON D2 in June/July and I absolutely love it. It was about $120-140 and with SD cards getting cheaper by the month/whatever getting more memory is not an issue. Great touch screen, sound quality, 50+hrs battery life with music, ~10 with video, etc. Suits my needs, lol.

blueonblack

09-30-2008, 11:05 PM

I think for me it all goes down the toilet with ITunes.

Absolutely. Why do you have to make it exclusive? Build a great product (they have, I absolutely love the iPod Touch and the iPhone both) and let me buy it. Period. End of transaction. No reason the company and I need ever make contact again. If you have to include special software, include it in the device.

1 - Open the package (gawk at extremely cool new gadget).
2 - Insert batteries.
3 - Use it. To its fullest potential. Without intrusion or exclusion by or from the manufacturer.

And no, I don't hate them because they're Apple, I hate them because they are singlehandedly responsible for the entire iTrend. I am certain that when I die I will go to iHell. It will be populated with iDemons and filled with iFlames. Seriously, people. Stop it already.
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xRyokenx

09-30-2008, 11:37 PM

Note: One rude word in below image for those of you that get offended by silly things like words. :P

Another Edit: Take note that I did not create the below image.

http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u351/Ryoken_Ryagnaroth/Misc%20Crap/idislike.jpg

It really is annoying as hell. It was "eCrap" in the 90s and it has been "iCrap" since around whenever.

blueonblack

09-30-2008, 11:45 PM

xRyokenx

09-30-2008, 11:54 PM

Man, thanks. That is the funniest thing I've seen in a long time. :) +rep

You're welcome. I found that pic surfing through some stupid 4chan image archive, lol.

SXRguyinMA

10-01-2008, 09:18 AM

thats funny, and I agree completely :up:

xRyokenx

10-01-2008, 02:53 PM

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Disclaimer: Anyone alive, dead, comatose, or human should not take iCrap. Consult your doctor and find out if iCrap is right for you!

Zeus

10-01-2008, 03:46 PM

First, I think a couple of people kind of glanced on this but nobody really said it specifically so here it is.

ITUNES IS NOT ABSOLUTELY REQUIRES TO BUY MUSIC

iPods can play any other mp3 (provided it is not DRM'ed by another propriatary store)

itunes is only a media management tool. It allows you to create your playlists and helps you organize your media. Yes, it does have an integrated itunes store where you CAN buy music. But by no means are you required to buy all your music there. I have never, in the 4 years that I have been an ipod user (several generations in between through my current 16gb iphone 3g) bought a single track from itunes. I buy all my music either on CD or other non-DRM provider. Then I simply import it into my itunes and create my playlists. Sync my pod and run. Easy breezy.

That being said, if you don't like itunes, don't use it. Set your ipod to manual management like Luke122 said earlier. Then you will see your ipod on your "my computer" just like any other external drive. I don't even think you have to have itunes running (I think there is a setting in itunes that allows you to not launch itunes when you plug in the pod).

For me, buying an ipod is a no brainer for the following reasons:

1. Fantastic customer service - I have had pods die on my before and the store was always johnny on the spot with a replacement
2. Great product - I have seen other products and even played with several. Fact is that there are not very many other products that have the same build quality that the apple has
3. Accessories - no other mp3 player on the market has the same range of available accessories or product integration as the ipod. Want a new case for you ipod, no problem, choose any one of these BAZILLION models. Want to play your pod through your car stereo? No problem, there are dozens of car stereos with built in integration, dozens more with optional integration.
4. Ease of use - As I had stated before, I have played around with other MP3 players and media players. Bottom line is that most other players are quite lacking in their usability. You have to be very savvy about a lot of things to get them to do what you want them to do.

Now, I am sure anyone here probably thinks I am one of those Apple Zealots who runs around carrying around an Apple banner everywhere he goes. I am not. I am a consumer just like everyone else who is willing and able to make an unbiased opinion on a product based on first hand experiences.

I have not played with every product out there so I am sure that someone out there has seen or used something that does some of what apple does and does it better. But you will scarcely find someone who does all of them better.

xRyokenx

10-01-2008, 04:26 PM

I know that iPods are pretty decent mp3 players and all of that... I just seriously dislike their decision to market iPods as "the in thing" or something like that. Fads are annoying and this one is like any other. :P

Thanks for taking the time to post your thoughts, by the way.

EDIT: I also want to add in that my aunt and uncle recently got themselves each an iPhone 3G. After looking at them and seeing how useful they are I started to like them more.

SXRguyinMA

10-01-2008, 04:30 PM

thats how you sell though, look at Gap...their commercials suck something awful, just like their sense of style, but because they're "gap" they can create any trend they want. "Hey look, this or that is ugly, but we're saying its the new thing, so it is!"

crenn

10-01-2008, 07:52 PM

I've used iPods, they're ok, but I can't help but feel they could be better. The iPod still shows Apple loves their restrictive nature .

FuzzyPlushroom

10-01-2008, 09:35 PM

I hardly consider the ability to carry my contact list, calendar, and notes, as well as file storage "useless gadgets".

The thing is, to me, that's what PDAs and cell phones are for. My mp3 player's a two-gig Sansa, mass-storage, works brilliantly and simply with a black-and-white, blue-backlit screen - and runs for 12-15 hours off a single AAA (about 12 from a rechargeable). It's small, though thick (because of the battery) and to me, it offers a reassuring "yep, not hanging by its cord" lump in my pocket (I'm an avid cyclist, and it's light enough to support itself by its headphone jack).

iPods aren't a bad choice (except for the Shuffle)... they're okay (I've used everything except the Touch, which I can't comment on) but they don't seem exceptional.

Oh, and for the record, I do own one: an original five-gigabyte model. According to the previous owner, its battery's dead as a rock, and the headphone jack's broken... but I haven't got a FireWire cable so I can't test it for sure. If it does work, though, I plan on using it.

Omega

10-02-2008, 01:55 AM

if you ignore the iDouche culture, you have to admit they're pretty solid mp3 players. And if you don't want to look like an iDouche, just buy a new set of headphones, they'll be better anyways. Avoiding "shock absorbing" cases, white headphones, and those crappy "leather" cases will pretty much keep you out of the iDouche demographic. Hard cases (plastic or hard rubber) are acceptable. Hell, my iPod has a shell with a hard plastic front (it's got a mirror finish, but that's only because it was that or clear and I hate clear cases) with a hard rubber-ish back (mostly plastic but it has a layer of rubber so it doesn't slide around). Perfectly practical and not douch-ey at all.

Also: if you consider having to use iTunes to sync it a downside, don't forget to mention that oh gee, other companies do that too and it's not like Apple says "you need to use iTunes as your main media player to have an iPod". It's not a legitimate reason. The five to ten minutes you'd spend configuring, registering (it's a good idea, as in WARRANTY ONLY WORKS IF YOU REGISTER IIRC), and getting your library set up. Even with my ~50gb music collection it takes like five minutes tops. Then click sync, let it sync (minimize it or something) and go back to whatever you're doing.

God, you guys are like the people who don't like Vista just 'cause.

If you don't like the quality, feel, interface, features, whatnot, fine. If you don't like the sync program... suck it up. Don't let the sync program be a deciding factor. You'll be using that the least, ffs.

Omega

10-02-2008, 02:36 AM

The thing is, to me, that's what PDAs and cell phones are for. My mp3 player's a two-gig Sansa, mass-storage, works brilliantly and simply with a black-and-white, blue-backlit screen - and runs for 12-15 hours off a single AAA (about 12 from a rechargeable). It's small, though thick (because of the battery) and to me, it offers a reassuring "yep, not hanging by its cord" lump in my pocket (I'm an avid cyclist, and it's light enough to support itself by its headphone jack).

Heh. I have a Sansa e250 as my "backup" mp3 player I got when my Zen died (old 60gb creative Zen Vision:M's are badass. If you can get one... do. But don't let your friends borrow it. I got mine back in like 8 pieces. ****ing bastard didn't even help me pay for my new mp3 player). 2gb, audio, video, mic, radio, pretty nice. The interface is kinda strange at first but it's a nice mp3 player. I had headphones with a short cord so I just dangled it off of the thing. Never fell off. I still have it, too. It's a nifty little thing. Got it for $30. What a steal.

iPods aren't a bad choice (except for the Shuffle)... they're okay (I've used everything except the Touch, which I can't comment on) but they don't seem exceptional.

I've used a Touch, and, with my huge fingers, it was a PITA. They're not topend players, but they're accessible and solid.

Oh, and for the record, I do own one: an original five-gigabyte model. According to the previous owner, its battery's dead as a rock, and the headphone jack's broken... but I haven't got a FireWire cable so I can't test it for sure. If it does work, though, I plan on using it.

Oh hell yeah. First iPod I got was a 10gb 3rd Gen that I had for two years. That thing was a BEAST. Two years of utter abuse, I tell you. Washed it six times (as well as dried, too), stepped on twice, and the kicker, it fell off of my belt clip once and got ran over by a car. I picked it up and it was still playing music. It died two months after that with symptoms of what can only be described as hellish clicking from the HD. Talk about quality, right there. And it had an owner before that, too. God, I miss that thing.

crenn

10-02-2008, 07:23 AM

if you ignore the iDouche culture, you have to admit they're pretty solid mp3 players.

Also: if you consider having to use iTunes to sync it a downside, don't forget to mention that oh gee, other companies do that too and it's not like Apple says "you need to use iTunes as your main media player to have an iPod". It's not a legitimate reason. The five to ten minutes you'd spend configuring, registering (it's a good idea, as in WARRANTY ONLY WORKS IF YOU REGISTER IIRC), and getting your library set up. Even with my ~50gb music collection it takes like five minutes tops. Then click sync, let it sync (minimize it or something) and go back to whatever you're doing.

God, you guys are like the people who don't like Vista just 'cause.

If you don't like the quality, feel, interface, features, whatnot, fine. If you don't like the sync program... suck it up. Don't let the sync program be a deciding factor. You'll be using that the least, ffs.

The device isn't bad, not the best there is, but it is still pricey.

Last I checked, majority of MP3 players that I've used (I've used about a dozen or so, not the zune though) don't require software to sync it. In fact, most of the MP3 players I've used have software you can install, but is not needed for the device (unless this has changed for the iPod). My sister's Creative Vision W is like that, it has software for it, but I've never needed it. I tend to hate syncing things. Also, none of the MP3 players on the market would fit my music collection.

I hate apple for multiple things, including them trying to get you to install iTunes when trying to update quicktime (unless this has changed).

Quality isn't bad, feel isn't bad, interface is pretty much the same for most devices I've played with (exception is the iTouch and iPhone, although I haven't played with them) but the fact remains, it's one of the priciest MP3 players because you're paying for that little apple logo on the device (and most accessories).

Also:
http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-10055021-93.html?part=rss&subj=news

XcOM

10-02-2008, 05:06 PM

i would only buy a inpod to see if it will blend!!!!

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Cymae

10-02-2008, 06:15 PM

Well whaty'a know, it does blend!

Zeus

10-03-2008, 10:33 AM

XcOM

10-03-2008, 02:40 PM

^ +Rep

si-skyline

10-03-2008, 04:40 PM

well one good thing about buying a ipod is the warrenty cover and how they deal with repairs.

its a long and silly process but in the end a guy from ups comes and collects it by the end of the month you have it back. i experianced this when i gave mine to my sister to have and she broke the hard drive and the hold button on the damn thing. sent it to ipod and it was unrepairable so i got a new one for free :) no p+p charges either.

hehe the upgrades on some are lovable in the past i considerd repairing the ipod myself and found hard drives for sale compatable with the ipod (60/80) video to have hard drive space upto 160gb :) bring on the good times of one of the largest mp3s out

cons of ipod is the silly click noise it makes. drives me mad. so that went.
No "now playing list" altho there is a "on the go" playlist what sucks because im playing a song. and goto the one what i want next add to on the go. oh woops i didnt play the playlist >:(

using itunes is horrorid, i dont like to use it. and i dont like to use it more when there is a ipod in the mix. mainly because i dont like to use the sync feature. to get round that i use media monkey or some other media tools what can understand ipods and then use a drag, drop and delete methord.
also with some of these programs they will show the music part of the ipod so you can use it like a normal mp3 in windows :P

XcOM

10-03-2008, 06:28 PM

i acctually concidered getting one, i might still do, if nothing else but for the car, just need an ipod compatable head unit first,

edit:

bloddy hell the prices have dropped siknce i last looked:
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_37 2377_langId_-1_CarSelectorCatalogId__CarSelectorGroupId__varien t__categoryId_79867_crumb_31265-31371_parentcategoryrn_79867

Luke122

10-03-2008, 07:26 PM

I am now a proud owner of an ipod Touch 8gb. I've only used it for about 2 hours tops so far, and I have to say that I'm completely sold on the device. I got it in trade for an Xbox360 and 5 games.. the 360 I got for free because it was broken, and fixed it, and most of the games were gifts, so I essentially got the ipod for almost free. :)

SXRguyinMA

10-05-2008, 01:35 PM

know anyone else with a cheap 360 for sale? :D

Luke122

10-05-2008, 11:29 PM

www.kijiji.com

Zephik

10-27-2009, 06:11 AM

I'd get the iPod Touch.

SgtM

10-27-2009, 11:20 AM

I hate making tons of playlists. So here's what I did.
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f186/sgtm_usmc/itunes.jpg

Playlist problem solved. Everything goes in General. I have an 8GB iPhone 3G. Would only trade it for an iPhone 3GS.

Mark_Hardware

10-27-2009, 11:58 AM

You know, I stayed away from iPods for a long time, because they were oh so trendy. But when I started shopping around for an mp3 player I started to notice something. All the car stereos said "ipod this" or "ipod dock that" and the electronics section and an actual area marked "iPod accessories"....
Then I noticed iPod had 160Gb. Yeah that made up my mind for me. Bought the iPod Classic 160Gb like 3 years ago now. It's endured more abuse than I can even imagine and it's still goin strong. Got some stuck pixels in the screen so I'll have to replace that but oh well.
Oh and as far as "keeping contacts and notes and dates in a pda or cell phone," I've gone through 4 cell phones during these past 3 years. :)

Kayin

10-27-2009, 12:26 PM

Why would I allow someone to repeatedly sodomize me? Kinda the same question, innit?

4GB Sansa Fuze. I like sound quality, not status symbols.

EspoNation

10-27-2009, 05:41 PM

i bought one right before they were color and you could put pics on them... never used it at all. then one fateful day my car stereo was stolen with all of my cd's. i use my ipod everyday now cause it had all my music backed up. yeah, kinda happy i had it :)

Mark_Hardware

10-27-2009, 06:40 PM

Why would I allow someone to repeatedly sodomize me? Kinda the same question, innit?

oh the ways I could answer that :rolleyes:

slaveofconvention

10-27-2009, 06:43 PM

8GB Creative Zen X-Fi here - I wouldn't touch an iPod personally - that's about half "I hate apple" and half "I know better" from research - they just aren't the best and I don't have money to burn - what I do spend I want the best I can get for....

Zephik

10-28-2009, 04:21 AM

8GB Creative Zen X-Fi

I debated long and hard about getting one of those. I ended up getting a regular Zen instead. It was a pretty great device, I'd imagine that the X-Fi is just all that much better, although at the time the features weren't that much better to me for how much more they were charging. It was quite a lot for not much of an improvement, although you did get the nice headphones and superior aesthetics.

Then I bought an iPod Touch. I'm not an Apple fan, but oh em gee. I've never been so happy about a purchase before. At first I had a difficult time justifying the price, but once I got it, I honestly would have paid $100 more if that's what they wanted. Granted at the time I wouldn't have, but now that I've actually used the device, I definitely would. I wish I had more money, I'd buy one of the new ones.

If you want just a music player and maybe a movie player too, then the Touch is a bit expensive. However, if you want what's basically a laptop in your pocket, then it's pretty much crazily affordable.