Tags: Music, nano, Apple, iPhone, ipod, Downloads

Evolution and not revolution is to be considered in the case of the nano video 8GB blue; this winning gadget has conquered the current market and every user is no stranger when it comes to this amazing device. One can also have a glimpse of all the existing changes that are coming along the new device that feels as being a little mouse when compared to the previous gadgets. Every user will start marveling at all the little touches that are required in order to make this device work according to its own instructions; its slideshow is cool and every viewer will allow himself to watch the drifting images. The images can be drifted slowly in order for the viewer to see everything. A substantial redesign was provided in order for the iPod to accommodate the video playback and the new games. Despite all these changes, the IPod nano 3rd generation review states that the iPod remains one of the thinnest and smallest devices. Its MP3 player is designed in an exquisite manner too. It is also one of the most affordable devices that are to be found on the current market.

The redesign of the nano video 8Gb blue has its own amount of criticism; many detractors are likely to call it chubby. The device is also blamed for looking squat and awkward; but all this reservation is not to be taken too seriously because the latest iPod makes the previous one look like a real skyscraper. Its brighter screen is one of its best features because the users have always searched for larger screens that can provide them with a full display of the main menu. The menu system has been changed; one striking change resides in the split-screen menu that allows the user to have a full display of images and information. The iPod can also be used as a support for the video playback; despite its small size, this phone can support different features that are to be found in larger devices that are twice its size. The video games may have their own support thanks to the new features that have been added to the iPod. Handy ways of spending the spare time will be provided to the user but he should not expect his iPod to compete with major play stations.

The IPod nano 3rd generation review shows that the latest iPod may include all the small touches that can be easily missed; the music shuffle function is also included on this list because it has a experienced a subtle evolution. The user will be let to easily engage and disengage from the existent shuffle function; few presses will be needed in order to achieve that and the user will have to use the center button of the iPod. All the shuffle setting alternatives and options are placed in every song’s window thus giving you the possibility to randomize all the songs until you have found the desired one. This may be considered as a true lazy listener’s dream and this dream has become true.

But the audio file format has not been changed; but the copy-protected files are supported regardless of the purchased iPod. The iPod has unique requirements when it comes to the files management but the manual addition is also allowed. You can add or even delete the files you want without having to face the hassles that is usually related to the play list syncing. Some additional features are planned for the models to come. The future iPod will include some unique abilities such as the one that regards the use of the headphone jack. The headphone jack will be used as a video output with composite features. Videos and photos will be played right to the user’s television set without the need of having the third-party interface. Eventually, the little used features will be removed in order to reduce the construction costs.

The sound quality when it comes to the nano video 8Gb blue is questionable; it still sounds as if the iPod is in the middle of the road. The sound quality is quite middling but this does not seem the affect the number of sales. On the contrary, the latest iPod remains one of the best selling products. Every user will notice that the video performance of this device has actually stolen the entire show; but he is likely to prefer watching the full-length movie on larger screens. Still, the video experience that is provided by the iPod must be enjoyed. All the existent features may convince you to upgrade your present iPod; the latest model is likely to satisfy all your needs when it comes to the video possibilities that have been designed in order to make all the small touches available to you.



By: Rick Martin

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How can an iPod become a criminal tool?

Well, it looks like it has already happened when one high school student which has yet to be named was charged with felony. The investigators of the mentioned case said that this former student of Clay High School had hacked into the files of the school’s personnel as well as hacked the student files. All of the information that he was able to get his hands on was then downloaded into his iPod.

Of course, that is not quite right. The student, who was a junior, voluntarily withdrew himself from the school and he was also charged with unauthorized use of a computer. The iPod then became a criminal tool because the gadget was used as part of the crime. This is according to a statement given by Detective Janet Zale of the Oregon Police.

One good thing that happened also is that the vital pieces of information that the student had been able to download into his iPod was not shared with anybody else nor was it downloaded to any other electric gadget. This is as per the statement given by John Hall, the superintendent of Oregon City. He adds, “We contained [the information leak] to the school. That’s the good part of this story.”

All the mess started for the student when he had gotten into an argument with another teenager in his school. This other student had accused the suspect of cheating. And because of this, the suspect threatened her that he would open up a credit card in her name and would ruin her credit rating. The student told about the incident and an officer of the school started an investigation.

It looked like that very day, another teacher had found the suspect and another student in front of a computer and were looking at the school’s personnel files. When asked, the student said that it was already there when they used the computer. The staff of the school then confiscated the iPod and found the information that was downloaded there.

For whatever purpose the suspect is going to use all those sensitive information remains to be answered. But then again, the answer may just be simple. Perhaps he was just looking for ways to earn money so he can purchase a new iPod or get some cool iPod skins and cases or other new iPod Nano accessories. You never know.



By: Giovanni Woods

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Apple iPod Nano is a portable media player that has become widely popular among tech-savvy users the world over. Slick marketing campaigns have been undertaken by the parent company to popularize this Apple iPod in different parts of the world. And the quality of the product more than lives up to the hype that is being created.

The Apple iPod nano is a mid-priced iPod solution from Apple. Its features and specifications are somewhat more than the iPod Shuffle and somewhat less that the new iPod video on the high end. Apart from the color screen, the Apple iPod nano comes with a patented control interface. The design of the gadget is small as compared to other such products. The storage capacity is somewhat compromised as compared to the full sized Apple iPod. The Apple iPod nano is smaller in profile making it more portable and convenient.

The Apple iPod nano is made of hard plastic on the front and metal on the back. One can connect this Apple iPod to a USB dock connector, or a headphone jack. The control of this Apple iPod is intuitive. There is a specific Apple click wheel that could be used for this purpose. The click wheel can sense circular movements and one can use it to control volume or navigate through the menus. A single “hold” switch is present that can be used to lock the device down so that there is no unnecessary contact with the click wheel and untoward skipping of track or blasting of volume.

Sporting a thin and stylish design, the Apple ipod Nano is now available in a wide hue of five colors. And the color silver in one among these different colors. The display of the Apple iPod Nano V3 4GB Silver is bright. The battery life is for up to 24 hours. And the Apple iPod Nano is available in different storage capacities that include 2GB, and 4GB storage.



By: Adam Caitlin

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Introduced in September 2005, iPod nano by Apple is the still most coveted gadget for the music buff. Available in super slim models and cool colors, iPod nano comes with amazing storage capacity and battery life. Its ease of use and affordable prices makes it a dream gadget for those who want to stay hooked to music all time.

Amazing capacity

Apple iPod nano was initially launched with a capacity of 2 GB and 4 GB. The 2 GB version holds about 500 songs and the 4 GB version can hold upto 1000 songs. Later, Apple also introduced low-price 1 GB model, which had the capacity to hold upto 240 songs. On popular demand, Apple launched the 8GB iPod nano at the price of its 4 GB model. The 8 GB model could hold a whopping 2000 songs and thousands of photos!

Ultra slim design

The USP of iPod nano is its ultra slim look. It is so small and thin that it can easily fit in your pocket along with other paraphernalia. iPod nano is about 3.5 inches long, 1.5 inches wide and about 6.9 mm thick. The second generation iPod nano has become even slimmer. Its thickness has been reduced to 6.5 mm. The bright and vibrant LCD screen of iPod nano is 176×132 pixels, 1.5 inches diagonal and can display 16-bit color.

Colorful looks

iPod nano comes in trendy colors making them a popular and fashionable gadget amongst youth. While the 2 GB model is available in silver only, the 4 GB comes in attractive green, blue, silver, or pink. The 8 GB model was initially available in black only but hot red model was added later on.

Long battery life

Highly advanced in technology, iPod nano comes with a stated battery life of 14 hours. The second generation iPod nano has an upgraded battery life. It claims to groove you with a battery life of 24 hours!!

Compatible to Accessories

iPod nano features the same 30-pin dock connector as the iPod and iPod mini, allowing it to work effortlessly with over 1,000 accessories developed for iPod, including home stereo speakers and iPod car adapters, thus keeping you connected to your favorite music while at home or on the move.



By: Ruchi Khurana

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For those of us who are the proud owners of the iPhone, setting our favorites songs as a ring tone is like icing on the cake. Now let’s suppose someone is really satisfied by the features, looks etc. of this newly acquired gadget of his, but paying extra for setting a song as a ring tone is like spoiling the party. Apple, the iPhone manufacturer charges you $2 per song in order to set it as a ring tone. This includes $1 for the song itself, and an extra dollar for converting that song into the ring tone. Now, for someone who is a music freak and has a vast collection of songs that they want to set as a ring tone, this can turn out to be quite a expensive headache.

So, how about an idea which helps you to set your favorite song as a ring tone, without having to pay for it? Amazing isn’t it? You could set as many songs as you want. All that’s involved is a little bit of tinkering. For those of us who use Windows and Mac as Operating Systems, it will work perfectly fine. There are many softwares available on the internet which allow you to do this and the best part being, that everything is free and legal as well! Now, all you need to get started is an iPhone, the iTunes software, and a PC that uses Mac or Windows as an operating system.

First of all, you should open the iTunes player. From the library, select and pick the song that you want as a ring tone. Now, one needs to choose the part of the song they want as the tone, as we all want our ring tones to be something we like to listen all the time. Now you need to note the time duration of the chosen part, the start time, and the time at which it should be stopped. Afterward you should press the right click button on the song, and select the option get info. From there the tab named options needs to be selected. From there, just type the start time of the ring tone in the box right after start time. This should be in the format minute: second. For example, 3:34. Similarly, repeat the exercise for stop time as well.

To make a ring tone of about 40 seconds is advisable. Now click on the OK button. Now go to the song again and select the option that converts the current selected media into AAC format. This will take a few minutes. A duplicate version will be created. Now right click on the ring tone again and delete it. Next, click on the keep files button. Now, search the file that you just created. It will most probably be located in the iTunes folder. The file format would be .m4a. Now, from the Tools Folder Options, you need to change the file format from .m4a to .m4r.

A simple double click, when done slowly, would also do it though. Another method is to rename the file in case of Windows, and get info for those who use Mac OS. The system will automatically warn you about the change in the file format. You can choose to ignore that. Now, double-click on the newly created ring tone file. The iTunes player will add the particular media in the ring tones category in the iTunes library. Now, just connect the iPhone and sync that ring tone.

Not only does it save you a buck or two, it saves time and gives you your whole music collection to choose from!



By: Daniel Millions

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Apple’s first iPod branded mobile phone hits the streets

The wait is finally over and the Apple iPhone is available to buy. You can only buy an iPhone through the Carphone Warehouse and o2 online and it has only three special iPhone contracts:

iPhone costs £269 on all the below 18 month tariffs.

iPhone £35 - £35 per month you get 200 minutes, 200 messages and unlimited data usage

iPhone £45 - £45 per month you get 600 minutes, 500 messages and unlimited data usage

iPhone £55 - £55 per month gets you 1200 minutes, 500 messages and unlimited data.

Don’t worry if you are ordering online if you do not get an option to pick a tariff when you buy, this is all done when you have received the iPhone. You need to activate the iPhone through iTunes and while doing this you choose the mobile phone tariff you need.

So if you must have this years most talked about gadget order your iPhone now!



By: John Gray

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Unarguably, IPods are quite expensive but there are some IPods that are sold at a cheap price too. The IPod has become one of the hottest favorites of music lovers who would like to possess one at any price, if they can afford or would like to purchase a cheaper one, if it is available.

For the second category of people, internet offers a lot of opportunities to log in and find the places where cheap IPods are sold. Basically, when more features are added into any new innovative gadget, naturally, the price tends to rise. But some people would be contended with the basic features and hence opt to buy cheap IPods. Those who want newer versions find the older ones obsolete and would only be happy to dispose of them at a low price, whatever they fetch. Such opportunities are good deals for cheap IPod buyers.

Though cheap IPods are among the older generations like the second and third generation surplus of IPods, they provide great quality sounds, basically needed from an IPod. If newer generation IPod with added features is really needed, then there are websites that sell second hand or used IPods which are in good working condition. Such IPods are being disposed by those who simply want to switch over to newer versions of IPods.

These IPods are sold cheap but that does not mean they are compromised on their quality. EBay is one of the places which offers a lot of varieties of cheap IPods. EBay sells cheap IPods at a price fifty five to sixty percent less than their original market price along with a lot of accessories and IPod hook up as well. May be some IPods have a few scratches, that may be one of the reasons why they are sold cheap, but that does not hinder a person from listening to good quality music from the IPod. The buyer can hear to the same music as another who has got an expensive IPod and also save a few dollars.

Cheap IPods are also sold online in all models of Apple’s products like IPod touch, Nano, classic and shuffle. It is a business tactic not to buy an IPod as soon as it is introduced in the market, as this would cost more and the price tends to fall in a month or two when it can be bought at a cheaper price. There are some sites that sell IPods of other discount companies as well as of themselves, for instance, the Amazon. They offer IPods at cheap prices but the buyer has to wait for a considerable time, as the prices may fluctuate and then settle down. Auction sites are also a good bargain but one has to know the intricacies of auctioning to get IPods at real cheap price.

Cheap IPods are possible and available as can be seen because they are seen in every nook and corner of the city. If only the rich can afford, they would not be there. So, it is possible to buy cheap IPods.



By: David Hensley

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