Apple iPod mini 2nd Generation Silver (4 GB) MP3 Player
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- Number of Songs: 1000
- Usage: Music
- Interface: Firewire USB 2.0
- Screen Size: 1.67 inch
- Main Storage Type: Hard Drive
- Storage Capacity: 4 GB
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I luv my mini!
Pros
Cool looking, small, thin, sleek, lightweight, full featured, fun to use.
Cons
Expensive upgrades were needed to make my PC compatible with the iPod Mini.
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
Get it if you feel an MP3 player that holds 1000 songs is sufficient for you. If you have a larger collection, then I recommend going with another iPod.
I had been thinking about buying an iPod for a couple of years, but never went through with in because of the expense and the large size. Anyway, I only have about 500 songs on my computer, so the iPods that hold 10,000 or more would be wasted space for me.
I am really glad I waited because, when I heard about the iPod mini, I knew it would be perfect for me. I am big on gadgets that are small, thin, lightweight, and full of features. The mini meets all of those needs.
I decided to go with the silver mini and I put my name on the waiting list at 3 Apple stores in my area. They told me it would take at least 2 weeks before they would call me and that when they did call, I would have to pick it up by the time the store closed that night! One of the stores called me within 3 weeks, and luckily I was able to make it there before they closed to pick up my new little toy.
A big downside for me was that I had to upgrade my computer in order to make it compatible with the iPod. My PC is 4 years old and was running Windows 98. To use the mini with a PC, you need either Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or Windows XP. You also need a USB 2.0 port or a Firewire card. I had neither of those. Adding to my costs, I had to buy more memory for my computer for Windows XP to run efficiently. I took my computer to CompUSA for the upgrade because they do not charge for installation of items you buy from them. The total cost of my computer upgrade was about $250. (The same price as the mini)!
Despite the hassle of upgrading the computer and waiting for my mini, I am very pleased. I like the small flat size. I can keep it in my pocket while I am walking or jogging and it feels comfortable. It came with a plastic belt clip that attaches directly to the mini. I do not use this because I want to keep my mini protected in a case. I bought one of the iskin cases, and I am still looking around for something that will offer better protection.
Since I started using my mini, I have had many people approach me and ask me about it. This is really the hot trendy item to have right now. It actually looks funny to me now to see someone jogging with a big old-fashioned CD player or Walkman.
I really like the iTunes software that you use with the mini. The store on the iTunes website offers a free song download every Tuesday. In addition to downloading songs from iTunes, I recently discovered another site compatible with the iPod called www.audible.com. They offer books and periodicals on tape and are well worth checking out.
What I like about my iPod mini:
? Small, thin, lightweight
? Clickwheel with no movable parts
? 8 hour battery life
? Ability to create an endless amount of playlists so I have one for every occasion. (Running, walking, relaxing, etc)
? Since all my music is in one place on my iPod, I now find myself listen to songs I forgot I had!
? Ability to listen to audiobooks. I find I have less time to read these days, so I plan to start purchasing some of the audiobooks from the iTunes site or Audible.com.
What I dislike:
? I spent almost as much to upgrade my computer as I did on my iPod
? My mini tends to freeze up on occasion, requiring a reset
? The expense of some of the accessories that go with the iPod. I would really like to get the iTrip mini, the dock, another case, etc. The cost of these items can really add up.
I am really glad I waited because, when I heard about the iPod mini, I knew it would be perfect for me. I am big on gadgets that are small, thin, lightweight, and full of features. The mini meets all of those needs.
I decided to go with the silver mini and I put my name on the waiting list at 3 Apple stores in my area. They told me it would take at least 2 weeks before they would call me and that when they did call, I would have to pick it up by the time the store closed that night! One of the stores called me within 3 weeks, and luckily I was able to make it there before they closed to pick up my new little toy.
A big downside for me was that I had to upgrade my computer in order to make it compatible with the iPod. My PC is 4 years old and was running Windows 98. To use the mini with a PC, you need either Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or Windows XP. You also need a USB 2.0 port or a Firewire card. I had neither of those. Adding to my costs, I had to buy more memory for my computer for Windows XP to run efficiently. I took my computer to CompUSA for the upgrade because they do not charge for installation of items you buy from them. The total cost of my computer upgrade was about $250. (The same price as the mini)!
Despite the hassle of upgrading the computer and waiting for my mini, I am very pleased. I like the small flat size. I can keep it in my pocket while I am walking or jogging and it feels comfortable. It came with a plastic belt clip that attaches directly to the mini. I do not use this because I want to keep my mini protected in a case. I bought one of the iskin cases, and I am still looking around for something that will offer better protection.
Since I started using my mini, I have had many people approach me and ask me about it. This is really the hot trendy item to have right now. It actually looks funny to me now to see someone jogging with a big old-fashioned CD player or Walkman.
I really like the iTunes software that you use with the mini. The store on the iTunes website offers a free song download every Tuesday. In addition to downloading songs from iTunes, I recently discovered another site compatible with the iPod called www.audible.com. They offer books and periodicals on tape and are well worth checking out.
What I like about my iPod mini:
? Small, thin, lightweight
? Clickwheel with no movable parts
? 8 hour battery life
? Ability to create an endless amount of playlists so I have one for every occasion. (Running, walking, relaxing, etc)
? Since all my music is in one place on my iPod, I now find myself listen to songs I forgot I had!
? Ability to listen to audiobooks. I find I have less time to read these days, so I plan to start purchasing some of the audiobooks from the iTunes site or Audible.com.
What I dislike:
? I spent almost as much to upgrade my computer as I did on my iPod
? My mini tends to freeze up on occasion, requiring a reset
? The expense of some of the accessories that go with the iPod. I would really like to get the iTrip mini, the dock, another case, etc. The cost of these items can really add up.
