Apple iPod 15 GB White M8946LL/A (3rd Generation)Brand: Apple
Binding: Electronics
Release Date: 2003-05-02
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Features: - Discontinued by manufacturer, replaced by model #M9244LL/A
- Mac and Windows compatible; FireWire and USB 2.0 interface for fastest digital transfer available
- Equipped with a range of built-in utilities and games
- More than 8 hour battery life on a 3 hour charge (1-hour fast charge to 80% capacity)
- Features redesigned and backlit navigation; includes earbud headphones, AC adapter, FireWire cable, 4-pin-to-6-pin FireWire adapter
I Love my 15 GB iPod [Posted on 2004-01-17]
I don't own a Mac, nor have I ever used one. So I was a tad leery about getting one (or rather, asking for one for christmas). Nonetheless I did, and I got one. I had read reviews about folks having difficulty using the iPod (iGod) with the Windows operating system, but I have yet to encounter any insurmountable obsticles. Its software (iTunes) loaded flawlessly on my Windows XP system. I had to run out to get a dock connector cable with a USB port to use with my PC, but it was worth it. When I sat down to begin loading my CDs onto my new toy, I expected to experience the troubles others had encountered. But, there were none!!! Before I knew it, I had 300 songs on my iGod. I'm now up to 1284, and I've only used 4.36 GBs of my 15 GB. Now, my partner and I don't have to argue about which and how many CDs we can fit in our luggage to take with us on our next trip (which is today.) I also purchaced the iTrip to play my iGod in my car, on my favorite Irish Pub's radio, where ever. I absolutely love it!! Update: Our trip was fabulous, and my iGod performed better than expected using the iTrip. We didn't need to hunt for clearer FM stations during the entire 3-hour car ride. And, in our hotel room, we broadcasted to the in-room FM radio instead of needing to lug our speakers with us. I'm also up to 1672 songs and still have tons of space.
Don't Waste Your Money [Posted on 2004-02-04]
For the cost it is horrible. If you want a good mp3 play that will hold 5000 mp3s then check out the Rio Karma. It is a much better mp3 company and is a lot more reliable with windows computers. If you own a Mac (i feel sorry for you) then it is a great mp3 player to own. Also I dont really see the point in owning a player that holds 5000 songs unless it is the Phat Noise/Kenwood Music Keg.
Not Just a Music Player!!!! [Posted on 2004-02-05]
This is my first iPod, even though i have been using mac's for about 4 years now! Now i am a proud owner of this product. I could not be happier. 1st things 1st, i am sure you can read all the other reviews and find out that this product is bar none the best out there. But most importantly this is a multiuse product. I now how a portable 15gb firewire harddrive! and this product is smart enough to know the diff b/w music and my other files. as a student i MUST be able to have my documents on hand at all times, and "my comp crashed" does not work now a days. Along my purchase of my pod i picked up a media card reader, so while i am on the go with my digital camera (d100 nikon) i do not have to worry about carrying so many cards for my camera! and i also picked up a voice recorder, this allows me to record audio, which really helps me with things like test reviews, and meetings. (also helps with soundtrack as well). I know that 15g is not much by todays standards, but you have the ability to add an remove these files with ease. as a side note, i honestly do not see how people could actually use a pod that is larger, i have a hard enough time keeping track of 1990 songs i have on it right not (almost 6days worth)
good, but there's better out there [Posted on 2004-02-18]
I just recently got an ipod with my 2003 Beetle. I must agree with one of my fellow reviewers that it is a bit of a nightmare for windows users. I have to take my ipod to work with me just to put music on the thing. As far as playing music the ipod does an excellent job, everything that the ipod promises it performs. Not to mention how CUTE it is. An ipod is a great investment if you are a music lover.
works great with windows and of course mac [Posted on 2005-01-22]
don't buy into all the negative reviews people leave and all the mac bashing that goes on. people who have problems with iPod and windows are probably just idiots. my iPod works flawlessly with windows. i'm a believer in the right tool for the right job. macs are great computers and xp is the greatest thing to happen in the windows families. whichever your preference, the iPod is sure to work and integrate just fine.
i recommend that you first choose your primary use for the iPod, other than a music library, before deciding which model to buy. i own the 40 gig one, but i also edit video and use it has a portable hard drive. for most people, they will never fill 10 or 15 gig or however low the iPod goes now. so before throwing your money towards features you'll never use, ask yourself what you'll use it for first.
research, research, research... it's free! you're doing it right now by reading this. research and find what other things iPod can do for you before deciding which one to buy.
if you love music and you like keeping it simple, the iPod could wind up being the greatest thing you ever purchased. it is easy to use... easy to understand... works as promised... looks great... sounds great... feels great.
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