How To choose The Right I Pod

All iPods are not created equal. Choosing the right one can be a challenge. Here are some tidbits you can use to help you choose the best media player for your needs.

If you are looking for something affordable and compact, then you want the iPod Shuffle. This tiny media player has no display screen. You simply load it with your songs via the USB port or dock, depending on which model you have, and it will randomly play them for you in a “shuffle” mode. iTunes will randomly select songs to load to the device when the iPod Shuffle is connected to the computer. The buttons on the device allow you to skip songs, pause, and rewind. The second generation iPod Shuffle has up to 2 GB of storage and comes in nine fashionable colors. It is smaller than a typical computer mouse.

If you would rather have a compact iPod that does have a display screen, consider the iPod nano. The most recent generation of the iPod nano can hold both audio and video files. It comes in either a 4 GB or 8 GB size and connects to the computer via USB. It can support iPod Games. The battery on the iPod nano lasts up to 24 hours.

The third choice you have when choosing an iPod is the iPod Classic. The sixth generation iPod Classic is available as either 80 GB or 160 GB. It can hold both audio and video files and connects to the computer via USB. The device has a color display screen and the iPod’s signature touch wheel. The design is very similar to the first iPods, which is what earned the “Classic” label. The battery lasts a potential of 40 hours when used for music playback. The iPod Classic can display photos using the iPod photo feature.

Finally, you can choose the iPod Touch, the “big daddy” of the iPod line. This player does not have a display screen and touch wheel. It is actually a large touch screen. You can use it to play videos, display photos, play music, and connect to the Internet via a Wi-Fi connection. It connects to the computer via USB. The iPod Touch comes in 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB models. The battery can last up to 22 hours.

Choosing the right iPod will require you to think about how you wish to use the device. If you are looking for affordability, the iPod Shuffle may be your option. If you want an iPod that does everything, you will want the iPod Touch. Weigh the pros and cons of each one, read some consumer reviews, and you will quickly discover the iPod that is right for you!