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