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dblaney
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Are iPods crap?
#4673618 - 09/17/05 10:24 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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I'm trying to decide what to get as an MP3 player. I'm pretty sure I'm not going to get an iPod because of their poor battery life and seemingly limited features.
Now I'm debating between a Creative Zen Touch and a Sony Network Walkman (NW-HD5).
Any thoughts?
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4673624 - 09/17/05 10:25 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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My iPod is like my lifeblood...I've used a Creative and just plain didnt like the interface.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4673625 - 09/17/05 10:25 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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iPods are awesome. Unfortunately my car was broken into and my iPod stolen. I was pissed.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4673630 - 09/17/05 10:26 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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A friend of mine has an iPod and he loves it.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4673647 - 09/17/05 10:32 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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iPod is not crap, but Apple could sell iShit on a stick if they wanted to, and everyone would love it.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: ivi]
#4673667 - 09/17/05 10:37 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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i was about to pay for an iriver a few days ago but my credit wouldn't have it!
i think that's the best choice though (unless you don't care about the space and would do with a 5-10 gigs player... in that case i dunno)
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Simisu]
#4673675 - 09/17/05 10:39 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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Nah I'm looking for something in the 20-40 gigs range.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4673701 - 09/17/05 10:46 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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I my Ipod.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Redstorm]
#4673710 - 09/17/05 10:49 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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then def get the iriver! i think it's the best option available... (though they've stopped making the big ones but as far as i know they're still available)
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Simisu]
#4673911 - 09/17/05 11:52 AM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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iPods own. go on one of those free ipod sites and get one.....YES it does work.... I AM LIVING PROOF>
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the new ipod nano is soo sweet, this kid was flashy it around school friday.. looked like a fuckin credit card or something.. holds 1000 songs.. its awesome!!
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the only thing i have been told about ipods is that the battery life sucks.. so just make sure to get a nice warranty on it so they will replace it for you!
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ipods are popular for a reason... join the masses and buy one
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Nashbar]
#4673948 - 09/17/05 12:06 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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I got a 40 gig ipod not to long ago. Holds 10000 songs and I love it.
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Archos Jukebox Multimedia (from 20-80gb) or Archos and then get a new, larger hard drive for it, if desired. I had one 3 years ago and it was stolen from me. I bought another one back in Feb. and I use it strictly for the home, but it is wonderful. Archos also has many other types of mp3 players and i don know what new stuff they have out, but a very cool product.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Redstorm]
#4674080 - 09/17/05 12:58 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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Know what the battery life is though?
When I go camping and hiking for a few days, I like to have music with me, and I clearly wouldn't be able to recharge the battery in the wilderness.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4674139 - 09/17/05 01:14 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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I have no idea. I bring mine with me to class during the day, and it lasts for almost the entire week. I have no idea how much that translates into by hour, though.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Redstorm]
#4674145 - 09/17/05 01:16 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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im not talkin about like how long it will last before it runs out.. im talkin about i heard that the battery actually GOES BAD.. like becomes un-useable.. ive never owned one.. but thats just what i have heard from 2 friends... both had that problem
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I was replying to the guy above me.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4674409 - 09/17/05 02:57 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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I highly recommend either iRiver H3xx or the iAudio X5.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: demiu5]
#4674412 - 09/17/05 02:58 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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Quote:
demius said: Archos Jukebox Multimedia (from 20-80gb) or Archos and then get a new, larger hard drive for it, if desired. I had one 3 years ago and it was stolen from me. I bought another one back in Feb. and I use it strictly for the home, but it is wonderful. Archos also has many other types of mp3 players and i don know what new stuff they have out, but a very cool product.
have you seen this: http://www.rockbox.org ?
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Vvellum]
#4674441 - 09/17/05 03:09 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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Amazon says the battery life for both of those are 14-16 hours...do you think that's fairly accurate?
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4674448 - 09/17/05 03:10 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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yes. I get about 15-20 hours from my iriver h340 w/ mp3 and 10-16 playing .ogg
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4675468 - 09/17/05 09:23 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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Ok I decided on the Sony Network Walkman HD5.
Anyone have any experience with this?
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4675481 - 09/17/05 09:25 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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Id personally go with the ipod, and possibly buy another battery for your trips?
no idea if you can take em out and whatnot.. jus an idea
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Yarry]
#4675485 - 09/17/05 09:27 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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That's what I would have done, but you can't replace the batteries
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Yrtlzmo]
#4675683 - 09/17/05 10:13 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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CNet rated iPod and the Sony at the same score. The Sony has the advantage of having over twice the battery life and a better interface, albeit not so great software.
Although I dunno...maybe I should just get an iPod. Fuck.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4675688 - 09/17/05 10:14 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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Creative Zen Touch 20GB
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dblaney
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I was looking at that too. It doesn't have any features like FM radio or line-in built in does it?
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the new iPod nano is pretty intense. if your wallet can handle it, go for the 20gb iPod. the reliability is worth the extra dough. ive had one for a little over 2 years, and it still runs smooth.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Edison]
#4675713 - 09/17/05 10:22 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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Yeah but it has a pretty weak battery life.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4675726 - 09/17/05 10:24 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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true. the nano is basically for tech junkies who need the latest of everything. but with that said, i switched to everything apple about 4years ago and have loved all they offer. it may be pricey, but with a killer resale value its worth the investment.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4675834 - 09/17/05 10:46 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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? you can replace ipod batteries
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: vampirism]
#4675847 - 09/17/05 10:49 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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the battery is not user-replacable
So technically you're right, but seems like a pain in the ass to have to send it away to get a new battery.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4675875 - 09/17/05 10:57 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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with the creative zen you can replace the hard drive with a laptop hard drive if you decide you want more storage
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4676023 - 09/17/05 11:40 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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dblaney said: Ok I decided on the Sony Network Walkman HD5.
Anyone have any experience with this?
I'd avoid Sony. get an iAudio or iRiver. ipods are not crap - they actually are decent players. but there are better players with richer features (such as the iriver or iaudio).
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: dblaney]
#4677544 - 09/18/05 12:21 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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dont forget you can install linux on ipods & do alot more with your player: http://ipodlinux.org/Main_Page
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: Vvellum]
#4677561 - 09/18/05 12:26 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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ipods are crap because they play MP3s which having significantly less quality than CD because of data compression. Yuck. At least if you get one use the loss-less compression mode because those little files really mess up the sound.
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I just bought a Sony HD5 two days ago. You will be happy. You can't go wrong, it's a freaking SONY. Best sounding music I have ever heard.
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Re: Are iPods crap? [Re: mojav3]
#4677621 - 09/18/05 12:52 PM (18 years, 6 months ago) |
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DO NOT get a creative zen micro mine lasted 2 months and I had problems the whole time... not to mention the battery would die even when not in use.
I just got an Iriver not to long ago and so far it's great. It's got a radio, voice recorder, color screen, stores pics and text, and can hold 2.5K songs.
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