Apple iPod 4 GB mini M9160LL/A (Silver) OLD MODEL
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Customer Review: As much art as it is science!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have been an iPod evangalist since I first turned on the 5GB. As you may know from my reviews of the 5, 15, 20, and 40GB models, I've owned (or given as gifts) just about every incarnation of this glorious device. So, when Apple announced that it was releasing a dramatically redesigned version of the iPod, I knew right away it would at least be a hit, perhaps even enjoy the almost "cult-like" status of its larger parent.So I pre-ordered 3 of them; one for each of my sisters and myself. They arrived about a week ago and I'm happy to report that Apple has done it again with the release of the iPod Mini. It totally ROCKS!
There are allot of things I like about this model, but before I get into them A VERY IMPORTANT WARNING TO THOSE THAT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT:
YOU MUST CHARGE AT LEAST 4 HOURS BEFORE USE!
I, like so many I'm sure, was very eager to "plug and play". I did, without fully charging them, and they experienced all kinds of impossible to resolve errors.
Now, in the event you've already bought one, or simply can't help yourself, there is a little known "reset feature" on the mini that will come in handy whenever you have an issue.
TO RESET THE MINI, PRESS AND HOLD THE MENU AND SELECT BUTTON (the middle round button) FOR SIX SECONDS.
That'll bring your baby back to life.
The colors are awesome (I have the blue, silver, and pink), look very stylish, and will likely show less wear. If you have the patience, consider having Apple engrave them for you (looks very cool).
The sound is excellent. I don't have a testing lab, but I could swear that the sound quality is better; and I'm almost certain that they can play at a higher volume.
Another important improvement is the fact that when skipping forward more than a handful of songs the mini doesn't stall (for a second or two) like it's predecessors.
So, in conclusion, this is a wonderful new player that'll be sure to WOW everyone that owns it, and create envious spectators out of those that don't.
Hope this was helpful.
Christian Hunter
Santa Barbara, CA.
Customer Review: A "must read" ipod mini review
Summary: 4 Stars
I got my silver ipod mini at Target for $249.00. It truly is a great machine if you want to keep music, notes, contacts and play games. My sister(ipod mini blue) and I both have one and they've work out great except one time my sister's wouldnt turn on it just kept showing the apple so we reset it after reading the manual and we reset it and everything was fine. NOTE: Always read the manual if there is a problem! Some people complain that it crashes their PC or blacks out, well, I'm not saying its true, but maybe it's because they didn't read the manual or it could be that their ipod IS screwed up. So when your bored or something just flip through the manual and see if there's anything important you need to know its worth fifteen minutes of reading to have a whole lot more time enjoying your ipod mini without any flaws. Another thing is that if your looking at reviews to buy an ipod mini (which you probably are) don't just buy one or make your parents buy one for you, research the product it's a big investment especially for a kid. At least read 10 reviews before purchasing (I did) even short reviews count or go to apple.com to view accessories and ipods. I recommend buying yours at CompUSA if you want to get it fast and with accessories and they have great customer service there. Amazon is good if you only want the ipod and if you don't mind waiting and I'm pretty sure they don't have accessories (my mistake if they do). But amazon is great for low prices and other stuff but I wouldn't recommend it for ipods. Anyway when you first get your ipod DON'T throw the box away unless you already have a carrying case because this will work as a safe, sturdy, temporary carrying case until you find another safe carrying case I know this is a sturdy product but accidents happen and there goes $250 down the drain. !CAUTION!: Do not buy for people who are erresponsible people who might break or lose the ipod mini. The ipod mini has its pros and cons but those pros and cons are for you to find out and I think my fingers are going to fall off soCustomer Review: The #1 Digital Music Player
Summary: 5 Stars
Since the inception of the digital music craze, I have owned several portable MP3 players, but always resisted the urge to purchase an Ipod. I always thought I could get the same value and quality with a lesser-known or cheaper player. Boy was I wrong. I recently received the Ipod Mini as a gift, and I have no idea how I ever got along without it. The small, lightweight, compact design is perfect for the music lover on the go. With the included belt clip, or the neoprene armband (sold separately) you can take your music virtually anywhere. I use it when working out, working in the yard, washing the car, or when I just want to relax. The thumb wheel makes using the Mini a breeze and takes no time at all to get used to. Organizing and transferring music is a snap using the included Itunes software, and if you are like me you could use a little help getting all of your titles organized. The Mini also has several extras you might enjoy such as an address book, alarm clock, and a few games. The backlit display is bright and easy to read. My favorite little perk of the Mini is that you don?t have to worry about wasting your battery while you are transferring your songs or data because the Mini will actually charge itself while connected to your PC if you are using a USB2.0 or Firewire port.
Overall my impressions of the Ipod Mini are very positive and this is without a doubt the best digital music player I have ever owned.
Pros:
Small, Compact, and Lightweight
Effortless Navigation
Fast Data Transfer (USB 2.0 or FireWire)
Great storage capacity (4GB) for such a small player
Very Good sound quality
Bright Backlit Display
Battery will charge while you are transferring data (USB 2.0 or Firewire)
Tons of available accessories
Will play nearly any music format
Available in several colors
Cons:
Supplied Ear Buds are uncomfortable and do have great sound quality
Too hard to obtain (lead times running as long as 6 weeks)
Customer Review: Simply Amazing!
Summary: 5 Stars
From the moment you open the box till the final song you hear, the iPod is an experience unlike any other. When I first got thing, I sat down and opened up what was to be the best 250 bucks i've ever spent. After sliding off the cover and opening the two halves of the cubic box, there is one word on the inside cover, "Enjoy." And thats what I've been doing ever since. This thing is an absolute joy to use!However, many people complain about the 4gb space and how for only $50 more you can get more than twice the space. However, all of you should stop and take a look at how much space you really are using. 2gigs? 4gigs? 500mb? Come on, only a small percentage of you actually have more than 5gb of music on your computer. And even if you have 50gb of music, will you actually listen to ALL of it before listening to the same song twice? I think not. When I bought this, a friend of mine with a 10gb iPod laughed at me and said, "What a waste of money. You could of gotten so much more space for only a little bit more money." Okay, that is true. But after looking at his iPod, he only had 2GB of music on it! This, I belive, is the truth for most (but not all) the music lovers out there. We need a reality check everyone...
And here it is: 4gb is about 3 days STRAIGHT listening to music. If you happen to listen to all 4gb of music and get tired, simply hook it back up to your computer and get a fresh set of music. Not too difficult, huh? You just saved yourself 50 bucks.
The truth is, if YOU like the iPod mini, then YOU buy it. Who cares if your friends with the regular iPods make fun of you? You know that deep down inside, they really envy your mini. Yours is smaller, lighter, more scratch-resistant, comes with a USB 2.0 cable, has a longer battery (in most cases), and is cheaper. And lets not forget the coolness factor, which simply dominates all other music players on the market today. But whatever model you choose, you can't go wrong with an iPod.
Customer Review: mini ipod rocks (almost)
Summary: 4 Stars
Generally speaking, the mini ipod is great. I'm not an apple user, so I was hesitant to purchase it. Plus, the price is nothing to laugh at. It's very durable, and the user interface is pretty cool and easy. If your thinking of buying the 4 gig, I recommend springing for the extra cash to get the 6 gig. The ipod can hold a lot of songs, but mine is already full (4 gigs). You'll be wishing you had more space like I do.
Pros:
- Lightweight
- Durable
- Small/compact
- Easy to install (some people had problems, but my install was easy)
Cons:
- You HAVE to use itunes (which comes with it) for this to work. Not a big deal. But I was so used to Windows Media 10, I thought I wouldn't like it, but itunes makes things pretty easy. It will automatically catalog and convert songs if you want it to.
- There aren't many other worthy competitors out there right now, so if you want lots of storage with a simple sleek design, ipod is the way to go.
- The sound quality has something to desire. With all the hype and the price, I was expecting a brilliant sound system. I've tried different earphones, but the sound is a bit tinny (metallic, harsh on the high end). This can suck when you crank it up and your ears are shattered by the high-end. The ipod does offer some preset EQs, but they should've offered a band EQ for those of us who really want to fine-tune things.
- The navigation wheel takes some time and skill to get used to. It's definitely designed for the nibble-fingered, and not for big chunky hands. So, you'll get used to it and get the feel of how to make this baby sing.
- TERRIBLE stock earphones that come with it. Throw those out and buy some new ones right away.
Overall, I recommend, but be prepared to spend some money on the ipod itself, and another small investment in some quality earphones. I hope future models will include a detailed manual band EQ. That will then make this an ideal product.