Category: Features

The ipod radio is a convenient way to obtain the enjoyment of listening to your favorite radio stations, enjoying all the great things radio can provide, all while using a small, convenient iPod. This new development for selecting radio stations came to the retail market in early 2007. Using the scroll wheel, tuning into the desired station is quick and convenient. The stations are tuned in with the use of a transmitter or ipod radio remote, which allows transmission of the radio waves into the iPod. All the stations are accessible in most locations. The controls are all in the hand of the user. The screen of the iPod is an easy way to view the station call numbers to achieve the desired sounds. The system referred to as the Radio Data System, or RDS, helps to display the song and station choice clearly. The information about the song and station will appear on the screen and is easily changed or tuned in with a touch of the scroll wheel. The user selects the icon radio from the iPod menu to start enjoying music. The iPod remote is compatible with the iPod Nano and all the most recent choices of fifth generation iPod styles.
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An iPod portable speaker is a portable battery-operated speaker that is compatible with the iPod MP3-style device. This adaptation allows the user to enjoy the use of an iPod without using headphones. These speakers are available in a variety of sizes and wattages. The use of these speakers permits a cord-free and practical musical experience.

Styles

The styles of iPod portable speakers vary, as do the users and locations that you want to listen to your music. A small style of speaker is one that can plug into the iPod Nano and uses the battery power from the device to power itself. These types of speakers have a Mylar cone-style speaker with an output of 500mW per speaker and can last for up to ten hours of continuous usage.
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The iPod Nano FM transmitter is a full channel FM transmitter, available from many different companies and in many different sizes and styles, to allow FM radio to transmit through an iPod Nano and other MP3 devices.

One transmitter made by Macally offers a 30-pin dock connector. The transmitter fits into most vehicle cup holders for accessibility and convenience. The power is obtained through the vehicle’s power adapter or cigarette lighter. This device is recommended for the first generation Nano, second generation Nano, iPod 5G, iPod Photo, iPod with color display, iPod 3G and 4G as well as the iPod mini. The transmitter allows the device to be charged in conjunction to playing sought after music. The FM transmitter offers the full spectrum of FM channels available from 88.1MHz to 107.9MHz, which all receive the clearest reception. This transmitter has easy to reach buttons to control power and quick channel changing accessibility.
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The iPod Nano cordless headset is a set of headphones designed especially for the iPod Nano Mp3 style player. The Nano is a device that enables the user to listen to music after it has been loaded with downloadable songs of the user’s choice. The Nano was introduced by the Apple Computer Company in 2005. It uses a flash memory to hold any downloaded materials. The Nano is a small, compact device with large memory capabilities. This device is one of the, in Apple terms, second generation that is to say one of the second set of iPods made by Apple. The Nano is one of the mid-range models. The specifications of the Nano are that it has a 2, 4 or 8 GB memory and it comes in six color choices. The screen is higher resolution to allow more than one line of text and a click wheel is also a standard feature on the improved iPod Nano. The click wheel is slightly concave and textured for better tactile response when operating the device without looking at it. A different accessory available on the Nano is the right sided, bottom located headphone-out plug, which allows an easy connection to be made with the cordless headset.
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For those music lovers that travel a lot, an iPod car adapter is a must to keep the music playing without running your batteries down. The car adapter is a simple cable connection that allows the iPod to be connected to your existing car stereo system to provide your iPod high-quality music through your car stereo speakers. In addition, the cable will provide a connection between your radio or stereo controls and your iPod, meaning that you can use your stereo to control the iPod features, just like you would if a CD were being played. The stereo can be used to control volume, next track, previous track or fast forward and reverse. For those people that have the stereo controls on the steering wheel for easy access, the adapter will allow those controls to have full function with the iPod device through the connection.

The system works simply by plugging one end of the connecting cable, which is a full 3.5 meters long, into the jack on the iPod nano, 3rd or 4th generation iPod, iPod MP3 players as well as the new Apple iPhone. The other end of the cable, which is flat in shape and resembles a large USB port, will plug directly into the CD changer port that is usually located in the back of the car stereo system.
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One of the latest and most impressive features developed is the DVD to iPod converters that can make the iPod a portable entertainment center with all the latest hit movies. The compact nature of the iPod makes it terrific to travel with on planes, in vehicles, or even for those rainy afternoons out camping. With the wide variety of conversion programs available, it is easy to simply convert all your “must see” DVDs to stored files on your iPod video and then play them at your convenience.

Many of the DVD to iPod programs also allow the user to transfer:

· Tivo to iPod
· DivX movie to iPod
· RealMedia to iPod
· MPEG video to iPod
· Xvid movie to iPod
· AVI to iPod
· WMV to iPod
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The new fifth generation Apple iPod video accessories turn an already amazing portable media player into a complete system, allowing the user to attach speakers, chargers and other devices, as well as even changing the look of the player with different skins and accessories. The following is a list of some of the more common choices for Apple iPod video accessories:

IPod skins – these are protective coverings that fit literally like a skin over an iPod to protect the player from dust, scratches or being exposed to the weather. The skins come in a variety of colors from pastel shades that are transparent through to colorful tiger stripes and camouflage colored skins for the dramatic look. The skins feature specially designed openings to allow for use of the various controls as well as clear sight of the display area. Some skins also have attached belt clips while others are designed to be used with an armband.

Remote control for the Apple iPod video – this great accessory is ideal for safely storing your iPod video while still having complete control. The wired remote attaches to the iPod and then clips to the belt or lapel to keep controls at your fingertips. There is also an additional headphone jack that comes with the remote control to allow the volume to be controlled through the remote rather than through the iPod video.

IDock Desktop Dock Cradle – this handy dock allows the Apple iPod video and other iPod player to be charged or synched with a computer using either a standard USB cable or a Firewire connection. The Dock has a headphone jack that allows the user to listen to the iPod video while it is at the dock.

USB Car Charger – this handy device is one of those handy Apple iPod video accessories for busy people. The charger plugs into a standard vehicle cigarette lighter socket and then connects to the iPod video using a USB cable. The charger can be used to keep batteries up to full power while still listening to music as you travel.

Belt Clip Carrying Case – a truly stylish member of the Apple iPod video accessories line, the various colors and styles of the belt clip carrying cases can dress up the iPod video to go anywhere. Made in many different styles, the closed case looks very similar to a wallet, and is ideal for traveling, as it provides protection for the player.

Carrying Cases – for those that prefer a more pouch- or purse-like look in a storage case, these are just the ticket. In a variety of colors and patterns, the universal or MOBO carrying cases are great for adding style to the iPod video without requiring a clip or belt-style case.

There are many different websites that feature different styles and varieties of Apple iPod video accessories, so be sure to shop around.

When it comes to accessories, one of the first items that most people consider are Apple iPod speakers. Many consider the sound quality of the iPod systems to be superior to many home stereo systems, plus the convenience of pre-set play lists makes the system perfect for playing music for romantic evenings, easy listening, or dancing the night away. Before the development of the speaker systems by Apple, there really was no way to share music between people, especially in a large area or space. The new Apple iPod Hi-Fi speakers have certainly solved that problem, providing excellent sound volume, quality and clarity to rival much larger home entertainment and sound system speakers.

The Apple iPod speakers in the Hi-Fi series have both optical and analogue inputs, although they are not equipped to be hooked to a television for slide shows or video viewing. Many Apple fans are hoping that the next version of the speakers will be so equipped. In addition, the speakers have horizontally set drivers, similar to a home theatre system, for truly amazing sound quality from small, very portable speakers.

Construction

In this small, dock-like, Apple iPod speaker there are two mid-range drivers and a dual voice coil woofer for deep base and clear sound quality at all volumes. The exterior is white resin with a removable front speaker grille that is deep black in color. The speaker grille can be taken off to add clarity and even a bit more volume to the output. The speaker box weighs about 14.5 pounds without the batteries, or 16.7 pounds with the six D-sized batteries needed to provide adequate power. The optional battery power is an added plus for taking the system outside or setting up the speaker without having to run extension cords all around a room or space.

The Apple iPod speaker can be easily carried with the two molded handles for easy transportation. The speakers can be controlled with manual controls on the front of the speaker for volume, but can also be adjusted with the use of the remote. The remote for the speaker does not control the iPod device or computer providing the sound. Some of the newer generations of iPods with upgraded Firmware will provide additional options, including album covers displayed on the screen in conjunction with the song.

The Apple iPod Hi-Fi speaker is a great way to change your iPod from a personal music player into a music system for the whole house or office. The speakers are very easy to hook up and with the option of either direct or battery power they can be used almost everywhere. Apple iPod speakers are available in most retail stores and online.

For those music lovers that enjoy listening to their songs wherever they go without having to spend a fortune or carry about heavy or awkward MP3 players, the Apple iPod shuffle is just the player for you. This very small, highly durable player is great to clip on a label, in your pocket, or even within its own armband to keep it safe and easily accessible. The lightweight styling means that the iPod shuffle won’t pull down your clothing and will ride easily on any article of clothing that you simply clip it too.

Although the Apple iPod shuffle is one of the smallest of the iPod players, only measuring 1.62 inches long and weighing just half an ounce, this amazingly small device can hold up to 240 songs and will play about twelve hours with a single battery charge. This makes it perfect for commuters, exercise enthusiasts or even those that just like to lounge around the house listening to their favorite music.

The colors that the Apple iPod shuffle is available in include orange, green, blue, pink and silver. The case is very metallic and shiny, making this a colorful accessory and a symbol of a true music lover. The aluminium case is very durable so it is an ideal MP3 player for students and individuals that will use the iPod on a daily basis.

The Shuffle

One of the most unique features of the Apple iPod shuffle is the unique and random song play lists that the player will automatically generate. All that is required is for the user to load up to 240 of his or her favorite songs into the iPod shuffle via their computer. Downloading iTunes is easy with any type of computer from any internet accessible station with a simple cable. Once the desired songs are downloaded, they will be saved to the 1GB memory contained in the small iPod shuffle.

There is also the option to allow iTunes to auto fill your shuffle, giving you a new listening mix and experience every time you download. Once the songs are loaded all you have to do is start playing your shuffle and enjoying the music. The system will shuffle the songs, giving a new order with just a touch of the controls. The biggest selling features of the shuffle are the lightweight and easy clip-on device and the ability to keep play lists fresh and interesting rather than predictable and boring.

The Apple iPod shuffle is considerably lower-priced than many of the other iPod devices, and although it does not have the capability to show videos or photos, it is a great MP3 player with the same high quality sound as other Apple iPod products. An Apple iPod shuffle is a great starter MP3 player for someone that is just new to the technology.

The Apple iPod Nano is designed for those music lovers that want a very sleek, stylish and durable portable music player. The iPod nano is made of a specially treated anodized aluminium casing that will withstand most types of everyday use and keep looking great. The nano is available in five different colors including bright pink, green and blue and the more traditional colors of silver and black. Like the previous models of iPods, the nano features the easy-to-use click wheel and the bright display with backlighting to make seeing music choices easy even in the dark.

One of the greatest features of the new nanos is the longer battery life that is standard with the player. The battery that comes with the nano is now good for up to twenty-four hours of continual play, much time than the first and second generation iPods were able to provide. The battery life on the new line of Apple iPod nano players is also not shortened by using the display for videos or photo display, which makes it a very versatile little device. The display itself is almost forty times brighter than the previous displays, making colors much more vibrant and clear.

The Apple iPod nano comes with several different sizes of storage, ranging from the smallest at 2GB to the medium 4GBs and the largest with a full 8GB of storage. The 8GB of storage size is able to hold up to 2000 songs and endless pictures and even slideshow displays and album art pops. Users can personalize the nano very easily and with FireWire, car battery and wall outlet chargers it is easy to keep the nano powered up no matter where you are going.

The many accessories for the Apple iPod nano make it great for traveling as well as working out. The smaller armband holder is perfect for jogging and the adjustable clips can be worn almost anywhere to keep this lightweight player with you. The styling of the armband allows full access to the controls and display of the nano without having to remove it from the case, which is perfect for changing the volume, fast forwarding, shuffling or even pausing the music without having to take it out of the armband holder.

If users want to use the nano in a larger room or in a big space there is also the iPod Hi-Fi which can be purchased separately. This small yet powerful hi-fi system plugs into the nano using the Universal Dock to give high quality sound in large spaces. Ideal for using as a portable stereo system anywhere that you want to travel or entertain, inside or out. The Apple iPod nano is a great idea for any music lover, and the many attachments and accessories make it versatile in any situation.

The Apple iPod MP3 player is the heart of the iPod line, with this particular iPod making up at least forty percent of the market share for new MP3 players purchased online or in retail outlets. One of the most important aspects of the iPod MP3 player is the great sound quality and the amazing storage capacity in this streamlined and ultra-modern looking design.

One of the many benefits of the Apple iPod MP3 Player is that there are so many different features, sizes and accessories available for the product. There are the relatively small 1GB MP3 players that hold up to 240 songs or the massive storage space in the 4GB MP3 players that can hold up to 1000 songs. There are also several options in between as well as the true music lover’s delight, the Apple iPod 4th Generation that has 40GB of storage space and holds up to 10,000 songs.

IPod MP3 players come with standard flash memory of various sizes, which means that the memory is non-upgradeable and is internal, allowing the user to program, erase and reprogram songs up to the total storage volume of the memory. Some of the iPod MP3 models may have additional memory and will require higher memory amounts if photo storage, video files or Apple TV are applications that are used in addition to the MP3 player capabilities.

iPods and PCs

One of the first major drawbacks to iPods had nothing to do with the quality of the MP3 player, rather it had to do with the fact that they would only work with Mac computers, not PCs like the vast majority of people have. Today this is no longer a problem, with programs available that make PCs and iPods very compatible for programming and downloads. A company called Mediafour has developed a software program called MacDrive that will allow PCs and iPods to be able to communicate with each other, without needing a separate Mac computer to program the iPod. The software is called Xplay, and now allows users to download and save music from Windows Explorer sites or from Windows Media Player version 7. This increased compatibility and functionality has really helped the iPod become both practical and simple to use for almost anyone.

The new interface on the computer will look like a new drive added to the “My Computer” area. All that is needed is for the user to click on the hard drive folder of the iPod to start adding new music, organising files or developing play lists. The simple drag and drop function that is so easy and convenient in Windows is still a function in the iPod files, making adding MP3 files a simple click and slide away.

The Apple iPod Mini 4GB is a much smaller version of the full sized iPod, with amazing sound quality and features for such a small music player. The iPod mini comes in many different colors to match everyone’s individual style and favorite designs.

First released and marketed in January of 2004, the iPod mini was much awaited by iPod owners. The marketing campaign was very popular, with iPod owners waiting to get their hands on the sleeker, smaller and more streamlined mini. While the total storage of the iPod mini is much less than the 80 GB full-sized iPod, the mini can still hold up to a thousand songs, a very similar storage capacity to the original iPod first released in 2001. The Apple iPod Mini was designed to appeal to those users that wanted a less expensive model of the iPod that could use the same types of flash memory devices as other MP3 players, but also wanted the features of the iPod, including the 4 gigabytes of storage space.

The Apple iPod Mini 4GB comes in five colors: gold, green, silver, pink and blue. The silver, blue and pink colors are the most common, with gold and green being relatively rare and hard to find. Before these new versions of the iPod even got to stores, there were over 100,000 minis ordered online, making them one of the highest demand Apple products.

The Apple iPod Mini 4GB uses the standard, easy-to-use wheel control of the standard iPod. The actual size of the mini is about the same as a standard credit card with a thickness of ½ inch. In addition to the iPod mini, the box that it comes in also contains a power adaptor that can plug directly into any Mac computer, an owner’s manual, installation CD, FireWire and USB 2.0 cables to allow music downloads from virtually any computer. In addition, there is a belt clip that will keep the mini firmly attached to your waist during traveling, walking, or even just lounging around the house. For those that enjoy more vigorous types of exercise, there is an additional armband that can be purchased separately to keep this small, 3.6 oz device safe while working out.

The iPod wheel on the mini is slightly different than the original, in that the controls for forward, rewind and menu and the pause/play buttons are embedded right in the wheel, perfect for making adjustments without needing to look down. This click wheel is usually preferred by users over the touch wheel, but will take a bit of getting used to if you have an older version of the iPod.

An Apple iPod Mini 4GB is a great gift idea or just as something nice for yourself. If you want a high quality portable music player with storage, this is just the item for you.