Apple Nike+ Sport Armband with Window for Nano, Black/Gray (TM740LL/A)
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Customer Review: Whew! It works...
Summary: 4 Stars
It works for it's purpose. It securely holds my IPOD+nike device while I'm running. I can still use all the buttons on my Ipod to include turning the voluming up and down as well as changing songs when needed. It fits my arm securely as well which is a relief being some other models are made for skinny arms. One minor downfall is the fact that I have no convenient way to adjust my long cord from my headphone. I used to be able to wrap the excess cord around the armband itself with my old holder, but on this one it doesn't seem feasible. The headphone plug is located on the backside of the armband closer to the arm so this does help out a bit. The other inconvenience is that everytime I want to upload my runs, I have to pull the ipod out of the armband to hook it up to my laptop. It's a very snug fit, so it takes some effort to pull out. Also, I'm always at risk of losing the nike + adaptor since I have to pull it from the ipod before uploading my workouts. I've resorted to keeping the adaptor in the sleeve until I'm ready to plug it back in to my ipod. There is another armband that has an opening in the bottom of the sleeve that allows you to upload workouts without removing the ipod from the sleeve.
Overall, I like the armband...it fits my arm...and does what I need it to do. The other issues like I said are inconveniences and not necessarily deal breakers. I did buy the armband on sale which is also a plus
Customer Review: Nice product, but probably costs $15 for the armband and $15+ for the Nike swoosh, but I still bought one!
Summary: 4 Stars
I use my armband about 3-4x/week. It's comfortable, holds my ipod securely, and, amazingly, lets me access and use the ipod wheel controls while it's encased in this polyester, nylon, and spandex coccoon.
Plusses:
1) The wide armband keeps my ipod from swinging around on my arm the way my former narrower armband used to do.
2) The large velcro patches provide a secure closure.
3) The band is comfortable on my arm - the spandex sees to that.
4) It's easily adjustable with the large velcro patches.
5) The window allows me to see what's on.
6) The fabric provides enough resistance to hold my ipod securely, yet it also allows the wheel control its complete functionality. I can change tracks easily, and adjust the volume control as well.
Minuses:
1) Cost...as indicated in the title of this review, I think you pay a lot for the Nike swoosh.
2) There is not a convenient way to wind up, shorten, or secure extra headphone cord.
3) Um...that's about it.
There are many more plusses than minuses with this unit.
All in all I'm extremely pleased with this unit, and if it weren't for the high price I'd give it 5 stars. But since this unit comes with a significant price tag I need to knock off one star.
Customer Review: Avid runner, 30+ mi/week
Summary: 4 Stars
My thoughts:
-As some reviewers have mentioned, this armband does not line up with the 4G models, it was designed for 1G and 2G models which have smaller screens and a lower scroll wheel. I think Nike and/or Amazon could do a bit better job advertising that, as it may be confusing for some. -This band accomodates the Nike+ adaptor (it is made by Nike ;-) ), which not all do.
-The stretchy material is very comfortable, nothing cuts into your arm and it fits comfortably well. Some people with larger arms may find it too small, though. It also does a good job of wicking water away, some more "waterproof" models I've seen do a better job of keeping water in than out.
-I enjoyed the improvement of having the visible screen over the last model Nike made. Beats having to cut out the music just to listen to time/distance updates.
-The scroll wheel is a bit harder to use, it requires a different amount of pressure than you would normally use without the material between.
-Cord management can be an issue. I wrap the excess around part of the velcro strap to keep it contained, which requires quite a bit of one-handed dexterity.
Overall, this band works very well for my use, it's comfortable for longer runs and allows for enough usage while on the go.
Customer Review: Comfortable but smaller and tore on first use.
Summary: 4 Stars
PROS: I like the feel of this band. It is comfortable when worn. It stays in place when I am running. No portion or the band digs in your arm and rubs with extended use. ( I run about 7 miles a day). The features of the Ipod (volume control, next etc) features are easy to use through the cover. It fits my Nike+. CONS: I am 6'2" 200lbs with average size arms and the velcro portion of this arm band seems too short for my arms. It does fit, but it had to be stretched. If NIKE would have made it 1.5 to 2 inches longer it would be perfect. The other problem is, I use it with a IPOD Nano early white (may be 1st or 2nd edition) model and the first time you use this armband, you have to stretch our the inside to get the ipod to fit. It is snug (but it stretches out to fit and with continued use my Ipod fits in fine). Anyway, the first time I used it, I tore the plastic window. Overall, it is much better than the other two I had. It is thinner and comfortable to wear. it does not fall down and it does not cut off your circulation in your arm. I give it 3.5 stars and rounded up.Customer Review: Window a big improvement; Nike+ adapter still doesn't fit great
Summary: 4 Stars
I can't believe how hard it is to find an armband for the ipod nano that accommodates the Nike+ adaptor!! This is one of only three ipod nano armbands I've been able to find that works with the Nike+ system. (the others are from Active Sport and Sportsuit Relay by Marware, which I think is the best one). Most armbands don't allow use of the Nike+ system.
Nike has done a good job with improving this armband, but it is still difficult to get the iPod with the adaptor all the way into the pouch, and then you have to take out the ipod each time you want to download your run. (This is one reason why the Marware product is better). I'm considering cutting a slit in the bottom so that I can leave the ipod in the sleeve and just take out the adaptor to download or plug in the ipod.
Otherwise, it's comfortable and fits well on my upper arm. I was given this armband as a gift so I guess I will try it out. We'll see how long it lasts!