
iPod - kids love 'em - but there are better options!

If you are going to purchase an iPod, think about WHY - because you can't add storage space (or memory) AND the battery is not easily replaceable, AND if you aren't careful you can 'accidentally delete' everything on it when plugging it into a computer!
When they work good, they are great, once setup - and once you get everything you want on it... so long as the battery remains in good shape.
Personally, I think the RCA Lyra and Audiovox Video are better units - but bigger (and more flexible).
If you have more than one to manage - turn them to 'hard drive' mode, and all 'auto-sync'ing' off... it took me a while to figure that one out. Unfortunately, with 8 kids wanting and using "what's normal" in school, Apples marketing has done better than technical sense and logic. If the battery was more easily changeable, and one computer could more readily handle multiple units out of the gate (upon initial plug in - verses having to change the settings for that) then there would be no need for any other type of MP3 (or MP4) player.
Think about how you are planning to use it - how often & for how long - and what you'll do if you can't get to a plug in or USB port (like international travel, camping trips, etc.).
There are some awesome add-on's for the iPods... and personally, I wouldn't mess with anything less than a 30gig unit... 60, 80, and 160's offer even more backup and storage ability, so long as that battery continues working well.
Hope this helps.
Sincerely,
Terry Mercer (aka foghornleg90)
Review ID: 10000000014622749

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