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- Manufacturer: Apple
- Launched: October, 2001
- Current Versions: iPod Classic, iPod Nano, iPod Shuffle, iPod Touch
- Highest selling range of digital audio players
- 140 million sold worldwide
- iPod and phone in one:: iPhone
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The iPod is an iconic range of portable media players from Apple. iPods have around 70% of the market for music players.
iPod users can add music to their device by "ripping" their CDs using iTunes, by purchasing music from the onlne iTunes store, or by adding media files from other sources to their iTunes library.
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iPod History
The iPod grew of necessity. Apple believe that the existing MP3 Players were large and cumbersome or small and useless. Engineering chief Jon Rubinstein enlisted the help of Tony Fadell, Michael Dhuey, and Jonathan Ive. The software was not created in-house, but used the program PortalPlayer, previously used by IBM. The creation of the iPod took less than one year, making its debut on October 23, 2001.iPod Format Capability
The iPod is capable of storing many types of files, including MP3, AAC/M4A, protected AAC, AIFF, WAV, Audible audiobook, and Apple Lossless for audio files. JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, and PNG for picture files, and newer models, also called third generation iPod's can also play MPEG-4 and QuickTime video formats.iPod Touch
Their most recent innovation, the iPod Touch was released September 5, 2007. It boasts a WiFi mobile platform, Apple's Safari web browser, YouTube, email, maps and widget capabilities and is the first iPod to enable wireless access to iTunes.Future of the iPod
In July 2009, Apple reported the for first time ever that iPod sales were down on the corresponding quarter of the previous year. In the first quarter of 2009 10.2 million sold in North America, compared to 11m for the same period in 2008.Apple said this was a forseen trend, and it is expected that future iPod development will take the product more into the direction of a multi-purpose mobile device, like the current iPod Touch.
As BusinessWeek put it: "The iPod is Dead, Long Live the iPod".http://www.businessweek.com/technology/content/jul2009/tc20090726_261031.htm
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IPod News
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Apple's tablet interface said to 'surprise,' Jobs pleased
This has led to speculation that the forthcoming tablet runs a version of the iPhone OS, as it is implied to be compatible with existing iPhone and iPod ... (December 24, 2009)Apple Insider -
IT Management: Apple's Year in Review: iPhone 3GS, 'Snow Leopard,' Jobs' Comeback
Apple also refreshed its iPod line, adding an FM radio and video camera to the iPod Nano. Despite rising sales of Macs and iPhones, the iPod line saw a ... (December 23, 2009)eWeek -
'Santa, I want an Xbox, an iPod, a job for dad ...'
Other popular requests for electronics include the Xbox 360, iPods, cell phones and Nintendo Wii games. But one request Santa got this year stood out. ... (December 24, 2009)Sumter Item -
Blockbuster Launches Mobile App for iPhone, iPod Touch
To some extent, the Blockbuster mobile app just duplicates services already available on their Web page, but in an iPhone and iPod Touch-friendly format. ... (December 24, 2009)Appscout
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iPod on Amazon
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Apple iPod nano 3G (3rd Generation) 4GB/8GB Adjustable Armband - $3.99
The iPod nano 3G Armband allows your carry your iPod nano 3G 3rd Generation (4GB/ 8GB) at your arm or writst when you are walking, jogging, running and doing other exercise. The ar...Amazon
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Apple iPod nano 8 GB Black (4th Generation) LATEST MODEL - $149.99
With eight amazing colors, a new curved design, and great new features, iPod nano rocks like never before. The Genius Playlist feature finds the songs in your music library that go...Amazon
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Apple iPod shuffle 2 GB Silver (2nd Generation) - $69.99
Using either witchcraft, fairy dust or highly gifted engineers (we're not sure which), Apple has created an iPod Shuffle of an almost impossibly small size. Only slightly bigger t...Amazon
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PD+Rescue for iPod Win/Mac - $29.99
Pod+Rescue by TastyBytes Software, Inc. is the missing link between your computer and your iPod. Although the iPod has revolutionized the way we listen to music it has one major dr...Amazon
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iArmbands Neoprene Workout Armband for Apple iPod nano 3G 4GB and 8GB MP3 Player Models - Color Black - $19.98
iArmBands armband for the new ipod NANO 3 (4 and 8 gigs!). . Armband fit great and makes listening to your tunes on the go easy and fun! Armband does not slip and will keep your pl...Amazon
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iPod Questions
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How many iPods are currently in use? 1 AnswerHere's a start: http://www.mlearninghub.com/ipod_sales.html This amalgamates data from macworld's coverage of sales quarters over the years. read more -
What are the three most played tracks on your iPod? 5 AnswersIn reality, my "Top 3" list would shift around quite a bit. But here is a pretty good approximation of my top 3. WARNING: If you are allergic to Metal Music, pl... read more
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Where is my iPod jailbreak?? 1 AnswerThese links will show you the places to download the programs needed and a tutorial with photos as well. Look in sources: http://gizmodo.com/5307693/iphone-3gs-... read more -
Does anyone know how to jailbreak an iPod touch? 2 AnswersDisclaimer: Jailbreaking an iPod Touch or iPhone violates the EULA. This also means that you may NOT be able to sync your device with iTunes properly after ja... read more
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iPod Nano
- Mahalo's Guide to iPod Nano
- Apple: iPod Nano
- Apple Store: iPod Nano
- Features: Plays Music, Photos, and comes in a variety of colors.
- 4GB Model, Approximately 1,000 songs: $149
- 8GB Model, Approximately 2,000 songs: $199
- Engadget: iPod nano 3G first hands-on (2007)
iPod Shuffle
- Mahalo's Guide to iPod Shuffle
- Apple: iPod Shuffle
- Apple Store: iPod Shuffle
- Features: Small, clip-on iPod available in a variety of colors.
- 1GB, Approximately 240 songs: $79
- TUAW: What Color iPod Shuffle are you Getting? (2007)
iPod Touch
- Mahalo's Guide to iPod Touch
- Apple: iPod Touch
- Apple Store: iPod Touch
- Features: Plays Video, Photos, Music, WiFi, Touch Screen and Games.
- 8GB Model: $299
- 16GB Model: $399
- Gizmodo: iPod Touch Can Run All Apple and Third-Parties' iPhone Apps (2007)
iPod Classic
- Mahalo's Guide to iPod Classic
- Apple: iPod Classic
- Apple Store: iPod Classic
- Features: Plays Video, Photos, Music, and Games.
- 80GB Model, Approximately 20,000 songs: $249
- 160GB model, Approximately 40,000 songs: $349
- Wired: iPod Classic: 160GB in Your Pocket (2007)
iPhone
- Mahalo's Guide to iPhone
- Apple: iPhone
- Apple Store: iPhone
- Features: Phone, Text Messaging, Web Browsing, Video Playback, Photos, Music, WiFi, Touch Screen and Games
- 8GB Model: $399
- Engadget: iPhone Review (2007)
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Iconoclasm 1.1 Cracked iPhone iPod Touch | Complete iPhone i http://bit.ly/7U9OgP <<< IPHONE
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@n0ta_mental Tuve la misma impresión joven. Pero lo vi todo serio, me imagino que peleando con los audífonos de su iPod. Cuadremos almuerzo.
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Een beetje te veel cd's gekocht dat ik niet meer weet welke ik nou wel (of niet) op mn iPod heb gezet :s
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@MoreMursNOW_Ly ipod touch XD
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@yukeadora IPOD UDAH DITANGAN YUK!! WKWK
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