Apple iPod touch 8 GB (1st Generation) OLD MODEL
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Customer Review: Fun new gizmo
Summary: 5 Stars
I've looked at the Iphones and lve the look and feel. But didn't want to bloat the monthly cell phone budget any further.
And I didn't need another Ipod. My 30 GB video Ipod has worked great since I got it. But I was drawn to the new Ipod Touch not just by its interface and sleek appearance.
It was the wi-fi. I like using it to check emails or a quick browse in the early morning or at night when I don't want to boot up my computer. Its quick and easy and the display is sharp enough to read text without a problem.
Another plus is the battery really lasts longer on this than on either or my two earlier Ipods. Finally, they got that right.
The cover display on the music end is very crisp and it works great with my Unviersal dock and remote.
On the down side, its only 8 gigs. But 2000 songs will last awhile.
The Ipod Touch is another step forward.
Customer Review: The best of the best
Summary: 5 Stars
I never write reviews for products, but this one I think deserves one. First and foremost, this is a Ipod. The cover flow works beautifully, the interface is fast, and the album artwork looks great. Now what really gives it 5 stars. The WI-FI. I've owned many PDA's, Dell Axim VGA, Palm Pilots, etc. But you never could read Ebay on any of them. The Ipod Touch makes that a thing of the past. Sure you have to zoom it, but it looks and works great and is very quick also. I do have one gripe though, if you fool with your Ipod video in the car alot, skipping songs, etc., this may not be for you, since it requires your visual attention, driving and operating this would not be safe. The Ipod Classic or Nano would be better suited for people that change songs alot in the car. Kudos Apple, another awesome product! In fact over this purchase I bought a Mac also, I have 4 PC's and OS X looked really good, so I purchased a computer as well.
Customer Review: Great Product
Summary: 5 Stars
I read a lot of reviews before committing to this product. I am really glad I went ahead with it, despite some mediocre reviews. The audio and video are great. I know they will continue to improve this product and I would like to see a longer battery life, and of course, lower price. I would recommend it, and purchase it again.
Update: 2010 I also have other iPods so this one sat in a drawer for several months-when I got it out recently and went to update the software in my iTunes program it would not update and just keeps telling me there is an error of some kind, did I want to clear it off. Yes I did and now it no longer works at all--so having paid a ton of money for this originally--it is now useless. I do love Apple products and iPods but this was a huge disappointment to find this little gem will no longer work. I will need to call Apple and find out what to do. Who needs the hassle!
Customer Review: Worth it if you're willing to hack it
Summary: 5 Stars
The iPod Touch is a great media player for people who don't have a million songs to upload. I am very picky with what goes onto my iPod and can barely fill up my 4GB nano 2G. It's sleek and have an intuitive OS, which probably doesn't surprise anybody familiar with Apple products.
What got me excited about this product is that it can act as a PDA if you're willing to put in the time. There are countless websites out there that explain how to "jailbreak" this device and installing free 3rd-party applications. Once you do that, you have a PDA and media player for a mere $260. One can even make free internet phone calls on it if by buying a proprietary microphone and installing VoIP software. In the end, the iPod Touch can be 95% like an iPhone for much less money. This product is fine on its own, but outstanding if you tweak it. Because of the potential in this device, I give it 5 stars.
Customer Review: Ipod Touch-8Gb vs 16Gb
Summary: 5 Stars
I concur with all reviewers who have rated this as an excellent and user friendly product. I just wish to address the issue of whether to purchase an 8gb or a 16gb unit.
I bought the 8 gb Touch because it is $100 cheaper and otherwise identical to the 16 gb model.
Here is my recommendation:
If you plan to be away from your computer for, perhaps, a week or more, then you may want to consider the 16 gb model, as this model holds more stuff.
If, on the other hand, you do not plan to be away for your computer for more than a very few days, why spring for the 16 gb unit at $100 more? After all, the stuff that you will be filling the Ipod Touch with lives on Itunes in your computer and can be added to or subtracted from anytime you have access to your computer. 8 Gb still holds a lot of stuff.
That's my two sense worth..
Dan