| Finding just the right iPod can be a confusing task. | | | | purpose. There are also many types of MP3 players |
| Every few months, new technology is being used to | | | | available that give you a variety of choices. The types |
| improve iPods. You probably want to get one that's | | | | of iPods available include iPods specifically designed |
| not going to be obsolete within a few months, so here | | | | for Mac or Windows computers, regular iPods with |
| are some questions to ask before buying an iPod. | | | | lots of storage space, iPod minis for storing just a few |
| Why am I Buying an iPod? | | | | of your favorite songs, and iPods with other functions |
| As with all electronics, you should think about how | | | | and capabilities. |
| you're going to use an iPod before making a buying | | | | What Accessories Will I Need for My iPod? |
| decision. In your personal life, you can download songs | | | | Accessories for iPods might include an iPod case or |
| onto your iPod to listen to while walking, jogging, | | | | sock for protecting the device, a remote control, |
| traveling, or doing yard work. If you're a photographer, | | | | camera connectors, an iPod dock, in-ear headphones, |
| you may use your iPod to store digital photo files. | | | | power adaptors, and software to expand its uses. |
| Knowing "why" you need an iPod will help you choose | | | | Determine which accessories you will need and factor |
| just the right size, color, and type of iPod. | | | | them into the price of your iPod. |
| How Many Songs do I Plan to Store on my iPod? | | | | If you are buying an iPod or MP3 player as a gift, |
| If you plan to store hundreds of songs on your iPod, | | | | consider purchasing a gift card so your recipient can |
| then you should be sure that the storage space can | | | | buy iTunes for his or her iPod. |
| accommodate your needs. Expect to pay more for | | | | Where Should I Shop for an iPod? |
| more space. Also, consider how file size relates to the | | | | You can shop locally for iPods or MP3 players or go |
| quality of the songs you download. Some iPods and | | | | online to get an even greater selection. At an online |
| MP3 players state that you can download hundreds of | | | | shopping mall, you can get an iPod or MP3 player, |
| songs, but the quality of the sound isn't that great. This | | | | along with other great electronics such as cell phones, |
| is because the sound files are compressed to make | | | | computer supplies, Xbox, PS2, and more. There are a |
| them fit the available storage space. If you can't afford | | | | variety of brand name items available online, such as |
| a lot of storage space, it's better to sacrifice the | | | | Nokia, Sony, Samsung, and Blackberry, so you can get |
| number of songs you want than to sacrifice quality. | | | | a great quality PDA and other electronics. |
| What Type of iPods are Available?iPods come in | | | | The bottom line is that you should choose an iPod or |
| many shapes, sizes, colors, and with different storage | | | | MP3 player that best suits your needs and your |
| capacities. Keep in mind that you are not limited to the | | | | lifestyle. When you do, your favorite tunes will always |
| "iPod" brand because MP3 players serve the same | | | | be close at hand. |