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Music is intrinsic in each of us. We are swayed by the sounds of music every time we listen to any of our favorite songs. And in today’s context of stiff competition and the tendency to outdo one another in every field, music also acts as a great stress buster. As a natural corollary, mobile music options as offered by the latest gadgets are in great demand. One can use these sophisticated gadgets to relax and de-stress after a long day’s of work, even when one is on the move. Mobile phones with advanced music options as well as iPods are some of the most popular and widely bought gadgets. Apple iPods, with their great looks and impressive features score quite high in this context.

Since the day it was launched, the iPod from Apple has given the digital music player stiff competition.

Apple iPod with their varied models and features have made the consumers sit up and take notice. For one, the minute size and versatility in features have been responsible for the enhanced popularity of Apple iPods. The Apple iPod nano can be cited as a case in point. As is evident from the name, the Apple iPod nano is quite small when it comes to its size. With a mini size and color display and sufficient storage capacity, the Apple iPod nano is one of the more popular of Apple iPods.

The Apple iPod nano is very small and light. The gadget is designed aesthetically and is an example of engineering brilliance. One can easily carry this Apple iPod in the pocket of one’s jeans. Ipod nano comes with several accessories; headphones, a dock adapter and a USB cable are some among them.

The sound quality of Apple iPods are rather good; which explains the popularity that these gadgets enjoy. Some of the more popular Apple iPods are Apple iPod nano; iPod Shuffle; and the Apple iPod color line. These and other iPods definitely making an impression on tech-savvy music lovers the world over. Then there are the third generation (3G) iPods which are an improvement over the first and second generation of Apple iPod.



By: Carly

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The new Apple iPod nano V3 is a mid-range iPod portable media player introduced by Apple Inc. on September 7, 2005. It comes with combined features of both the iPod shuffle and iPod classic. Came out mainly with an intention of replacing the iPod mini, the Apple iPod nano V3 has attractive features and characteristics that are really stunning and mind-blowing. It took around nine months for Apple to complete the design of the iPod nano. The Apple iPod nano V3 comes with flash memory but has a miniaturized version of the color screen and click wheel that existed on the iPod classic. The battery and other internal parts are also much smaller than mini.

The Apple iPod nano V3 works with iTunes on Mac OS X or Microsoft Windows. It is capable of connecting through the same proprietary dorck connector as the third-generation iPod, the fourth-generation iPod, and the iPod mini, with the help of a USB 2.0 port on the user’s computer. Although it uses the same connection as Apple’s FireWire iPod Cable and it can also charge its battery over FireWire, the iPod nano does not support synchronizing over a FireWire connection. The Apple iPod nano V3 has attractive features including a stop watch and a multiple time zone clock function. It also has a combination lock feature that makes use of the click wheel for locking the iPod, and serving to secure the user’s calendar and contact information. This is also the first iPod that includes a new lyrics screen, modifiable using iTunes.

The Apple iPod nano V3 does not synchronize or connect over FireWire. It comes with a size of 1.6 in (40 mm) wide, 3.5 in (90 mm) long, 0.27 in (6.9 mm) thick and weighing1.5 ounces (42 grams) making it too small and comfortable to hold in hand. This model has a battery life is up to 14 hours.



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Shocking as it was, the iPod nano came out the same day the iPod mini was introduced then discontinued. A move by Apple that is quite unorthodox but still a good seller. The nano combined the features of the iPod and the iPod shuffle which drew the attention of both types of iPod enthusiasts.

This is a portable digital music player that is considered to be a trendsetter as well as a must have for all music aficionados. It is common knowledge that iPod has led its corner of its market since its unveiling in 200. With the fourth iPod, the nano, they have further increased their lead over the competition.

But why choose the iPod nano over the multitude of portable and compact digital muic players being offered today? For a couple of good reasons;

Its very thin, compact and lightweight. You can just place it anywhere with you and you wouldn’t even notice it was there if not for the great music coming out from the earplugs.

For its size, you can either have a 2 gb or 4 gb flash memory space which means, you can carry 500-1000 songs wherever you go.

Fantastic technology. It has a state of the art processor, good system performance, and great flash memory. It’s specially designed and manufactured to provide skip-free playback. Say goodbye to the problem portable CD players never fully solved.

Its system requirements are very basic which means you don’t have to spend more money just to upgrade your computer. either a MAC OS x 10.3.4 with a USB port or Windows 2000 SP4 or windows XP will do just fine.

The iPod nano doesn’t just play music. You can carry photos and view it there as well. You can listen to audio books or read ebooks through its notes feature.

The Apple click wheel makes it easy to navigate. With its shuffle feature, you can play music in random order, because as Apple said, “Life is Random.”

You get access to iTunes and be synchronized with it and the iTunes music store, which means you get access to the world’s largest collection and selection of digital music.

It has many accessories available so you can customize it anytime you want. Change the look of your iPod nano every week or even everyday. It would feel like you have a different new nano every time. Also, you will be protecting it from scratches and damage as well.

It can be used with earphones or a dock connector. This means you can carry it with you, plug it into your car, use it with speakers, at home or at an outing. This also means that your iPod nano can go wherever you go.

Aside from the said features, the nano can also be loaded with other goodies. It also has a screen lock for security purposes, stopwatch, and a world clock that will show the time in the different places around the world.

Apple iPod nano is now the new star in the field of the iPod family; you can go for accessories that will enable you to attach the iPod around your neck, on your belt or your arm to keep it in check at all times. With its lightweight, you will need it to be attached to you at all times lest you forget your carrying it with you.



By: Sandra Stammberger

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The emerging popularity of portable music players gave a new opportunity for Apple to dominate in the digital audio entertainment industry. With their breakthroughs and innovative ideas with their computer and software applications, there is no doubt that their digital audio players are of superb quality. Apple iPod Nano is one of their unbeatable products that gathered severe public interest.

First generation iPod Nano is capable of holding 1GB of data while the successor, the forth generation can hold up to 16GB of data. Is this possible? Definitely! Apple had made it this far with the nano through the use of general purpose integrated circuit. As opposed to other versions of iPod released by Apple, the nano uses flash memory similar to the iPod Shuffle. Older versions of the iPod were built-in with hard drive for data storage and were prone to system failure due to damaged hard drives.

Several features of the nano were taken from its predecessor, the iPod mini, which was discontinued when the nano was first released. Features like the display screen and the famous “click wheel” are among the signatures included with the nano. To enhance these features, hardware components were also miniaturized creating a compact player. The battery, display screen, and other internal components were greatly improved and reduced in sizes.

Uploading data to the player is made more convenient with the use of iTunes on Mac OS X and several Microsoft Windows operating systems. There are also additional third party software applications that allow the transfer of data from the computer to the player. With its support to the USB 2.0 standards transferring data is made faster and reliable. Not only does it store and translate audio data. The player can also store image files and video files with superb resolution display.

The fourth generation nano comes up with high end technology. Aside from its 8GB to 16GB storage capacity, additional software and hardware components can be seen on the player. The addition of the new Genius software allows a user to instantly create a play list of 25 songs of any genre. On the hardware side, a new tilt-sensor similar to that of the iPhone and iPod Touch is gracefully suited on the player. This tilt-sensor provides extra features like setting the player to a shuffle mode once triggered with a vigorous shake. The sensor also detects the current position of the player whether horizontally or vertically and orients the images to the display screen position.

Well known extensions such as Audible 2, Audible 3, Audible 4, MP3 VBR, WAV, AIFF, MP3, AAC, and Apple Lossless are supported by the player. The 4th generation iPod Nano is totally an explosion. Combine it with compatible accessories and you’ll definitely create an environment of genuine digital entertainment.



By: Roberta Groche

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Apple Computer is notable for there technological innovation. Their mobile music player, the iPod, is no exception. This device is capable of carrying thousands of songs at any one time, as well as videos and photographs. It can even replace your handheld organizer by tracking your appointments everyday. The iPods have so many uses that they have become more than just music 24 hours a day for teenagers but they have become actual dependable working gadgets.

On October 23rd 2001 Apple Computer introduced its first generation of the iPod. At that time a 5 GB hard drive iPod costs roughly $399. The price of the unit was denounced by critics, however the marketplace embraced it with great enthusiasm. MP3 players such as the Nomad Jukebox were quickly overtaken by the iPod.

Apple computer designed the iPod with simplicity in mind to the end user. It implemented a mechanical scroll wheel and outsourced the development to Synaptics, a company which also developed the trackpad used for Apple Computers PowerBooks.

IPod’s first-generation featured four buttons (play/pause, menu, forward, and back) set up around the perimeter of the scroll wheel, and a single Select button within the center.

Apple computer, at least every couple of years makes sure to keep on adding to their production line. The original iPod was followed by the iPod Nano and the most recent addition is the iPod shuffle, which is the smallest, lightest music device with a high capacity.

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Most of the models within the Apple iPods line have loyal users. Each model has its own particular features to help fit different requirements. Apple has introduced a limited version of red iPod nano devices. The classic iPod color can only be modified if you put a custom case over at, however the iPod Nano models are the only types that come in various different colors such as green, blue, pink, red, white and black.

Proceeds From Each Apple Ipod Go To Good Cause

What is particularly unique about the red iPod nano is that it is not only a limited edition but also due to the fact that it is made with an additional purpose in mind: to help support AIDS in Africa, so when you purchase a red iPod nano, Apple will donate $10 of the proceeds to charity by buying a red iPod. You can pick up a red iPod Nano, by going to Apple computers official website or an official Apple computer store. You can also find them in most leading electronics department stores throughout the USA.



By: Corbin Newlyn

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The iPod is one of Apple’s most successful products. The latest iPod is available in 30 or 60 GB models and is capable of playing video. The iPod is a brand of portable media players designed and marketed by Apple Computer. Devices in the iPod family are made around a central scroll wheel (except for the iPod shuffle) and provide a simple user interface. The full and half-sized models store media on a built-in hard drive, while the smaller iPod shuffle uses flash memory. Like many digital audio players, iPods can serve as external data storage devices when connected to a computer.

Nowadays in USA, Europe and in the Middle East Apple computer Inc. offers its iPod line of digital music players and all the necessary accessories for Macintosh and Windows users. Since its first appearance in the Middle East this digital music player is becoming more and more popular and its sales are growing up. The iPod is a portable digital music player made by Apple computer Inc., the characteristic feature of which is its Click Wheel that combines a touch-sensitive wheel with several push buttons for one-handed navigation. In October 2005, in the Middle East the Apple Company produced an iPod containing a 2.5-inch color screen that could show album artwork and photos and play video, containing music videos, video pod casts, amateur films, short films and TV shows. Also the iPod line consists of a 30-gigabyte model containing up to 7,500 songs, 25,000 photos or 75 hours of video, and a 60-gigabyte model containing up to 15,000 songs, 25,000 photos or 150 hours of video.

The iPod presents Apple’s Auto-Sync technology that can automatically download digital music, podcasts, photos, audio books, home films, music videos, short films and television shows onto the iPod. Besides, it keeps it in a modern working state no matter whenever it is connected to a Macintosh or Windows computer using universal serial bus (USB). The iPod also features Shuffle Songs, which randomly plays songs in a selected playlist or across the entire library. All iPods work with the Company’s iTunes digital music management software on either a Macintosh or Windows computer. The iPod’s other capabilities include data storage, calendar and contact information possibility, as well as a number of games. The Apple Company Inc. has also entered into unions with most automobile manufacturers to offer an integration of the iPod in some automobiles.

In September 2005, the Company introduced iPod nano in the Middle East, a flash-memory based digital music player. The iPod nano is available in either a 2GB model holding up to 500 songs or 25,000 photos, or a 4GB model holding up to 1,000 songs or 25,000 photos. The iPod nano, which weighs as little as 1.5 ounces and is 27 inches thin, features a color screen and the Company’s patent pending Click Wheel. In January 2005, the Company introduced iPod shuffle in the Middle East, a flash-memory based digital music player, which is based on iPod’s characteristic feature that selects songs from the user’s music library or playlists in a random way. iPod shuffle works with iTunes and its patent-pending AutoFill feature that automatically selects songs to fill iPod shuffle from a user’s music library on their computer. iPod shuffle can also be used as a portable USB flash drive with up to 1GB of storage space. It is available in a 512MB model holding up to 120 songs and a 1GB model holding up to 240 songs.

As of July 2006, the lineup consists of the 5th generation iPod with a video player; the iPod nano with a color screen; and the iPod shuffle. All three models were released in 2005. Discontinued versions include two generations of the iPod mini and four generations of the full-sized iPod. The software that is used for transferring music, photos and videos is called iTunes. As a music jukebox application, iTunes stores a comprehensive library of the user’s music on their computer and can play, burn and rip music from a CD. The most recent version of iTunes has video organization features. The iPod is currently the world’s best-selling digital audio player, and its worldwide mainstream adoption makes it one of the most popular consumer brands. Some of Apple’s design choices and proprietary actions have however led to criticism and legal battles. It is important to note that since the first introduction of the iPod in the Middle East the number of its consumers is growing owing to its innovations and the appearance of the iPod nano and the iPod shuffle. The Apple Company Inc. is spreading much faster in the Middle East than somewhere else. If we compare sale figures in the Middle East to the world we will find out that iPod line of digital music players dominates and its number of sales makes the third part of all sales.

Besides, Arab Business Machine that markets Apple’s products in the Middle East will have a major presence at GITEX 2005. Located at Hall 4, visitors to the Apple booth will have the opportunity to learn more about computing and entertainment technology from Apple. The company will be showcasing everything from the iPod range to iLife and XServe. The exhibit will also have the latest iMacs and iBooks on display, providing GITEX visitors with an opportunity to get a feel for Apple’s products. “We will also be releasing the market’s most powerful iPod Speaker/Dock, Altec Lansing’s New inMotion iM7 Portable Speaker System at GITEX 2005. The success of the growing iPod range in the Middle East will be continued by the new Altec Lansing speaker dock will definitely catch the attention of iPod users and music fans across the region,” said Elias Abou-Rustom of ABM.



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