I got mine from CompUSA and I didn't purchase their plan. I should have although I haven't had any problems with my Zen. Fingers crossed!

Purchase the Apple Care warranty for sure. Its about $60, covers 2 years and when something happens to your Ipod, they just give you a new one. The batteries only last about a year, so for this alone, it is totally worth it.

I have a 40GB Apple iPod by Hewlett-Packard (http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/sh...=PE436AR%23ABA). I've always wondered if there is a difference between mine and one purchased from the Apple store. I don't know if the HP factor makes a difference.

I have a question for iPod owners. I used to have my iTunes library on my work computer and, when it got too large, I decided to move everything to my personal laptop. After I downloaded iTunes on my laptop, I plugged in my iPod and I got a prompt telling me that it detected that my iPod was linked to another library and it wanted to know if I wanted to cancel that link and link it to the new library. I said yes thinking that all of the songs on my iPod would transfer to my laptop. Instead, I think it deleted everything on my iPod. Has this happened to anyone and, if so, were you able to find the songs anywhere?

Great question !

I have the 4G mini and i LOVE it. I convinced my S/O to get one, and he ended up getting a discount! By visiting the Apple store and purchasing a refurbished one instead of new, he was able to get a 6G mini for the price of a 4G!

*Accessories*
Earlier this summer my car was stolen so i had to get a new stereo. I used that as an opportunity to upgrade the stereo so my ipod integrates (seamlessly and hidden) into the glove compartment. The stereo i chose has built-in ipod functionality, so i can manipulate it just as i would my disc changer or the radio stations.

I have a few friends that have the plug in FM adapter and that works just as well if you don't want to go all out and get a new car stereo.


I think no matter what ipod you get, you'll be happy! Just don't think about the new versions that seem to drop every other week :)

I'm thinking about getting an IPod too. I've heard a lot of great things about it.

However since I only have Internet access at work then I will HAVE to use ITunes. I work at a university so you know I can't go any other way than the legal route :o but I guess $.99 a song isn't very bad.

*hangs head*

I have a confession...I use a p2p program to download music (especially old school music, I refuse to buy a CD for ONE song!) and then just add those files to my iTunes library...So then all music is on my iPod!

I have never purchased a song through iTunes, and I won't if I don't have to.

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I have a Nano. It's perfect for work and the gym. It holds 1,000 songs.

I own a 4G iPod mini and it holds 1000 songs, I bought it at my school bookstore so it was only $170 w/ the student discount.

They do not make minis anymore, the Nano replaced it, but I am pleased with the product that I have, the only problem is that the accessories are not included, Apple always has something up it's sleeve for you to spend more money!

So, now I have to buy a portable charger to charge my iPod when I am away from my computer, which is $30 and then I am told that I need a firewall cord to connect it to my iPod, so that is more $...I just wish everything came with it, it is entirely too expensive, but I do use mine EVERYDAY, so I am getting my money's worth.

I have a 20gb ipod.

I love it with all my heart! lol
I bought an Itrip so I play it through the radios in my house (I love the whole wireless transmission idea)
I also like Apple's Tech Support. Once you are under warranty you can walk right in the store and get a new ipod if something is wrong with the one you have ( which was useful to me!).

Like jubilance1922 i use a p2p program. Forgive me! lol but I buy music every once in a blue when I already know the album is banging before hand or I cant find it online.

How do you obtain the p2p program?

I was able to see the Nano yesterday. At the end of the day, a student had one. I stopped him. He thought I was about to reprimand him (school violation). He let me see the pod. He couldn't ask all of my questions. He only uploads his CDs to the pod.

I was thinking...how ironic. :D

Check your pm.

<crash> Please pardon me.

I own both an iPod Shuffle and a Zen Xtra, and I like both of them. The Zen is 30GB, and that's A LOT of music...it's good for long road trips, which is the main purpose I use it.

The Shuffle I just stuff into my purse and use for short distances. It's little, it's cute and it works.

The Zen I got for Christmas last year. The Shuffle I bought myself on impulse.

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Also another good thing with Apple is that they have a Student and Teacher discount on all their products event the warranties. Inquire about that.

Thank you all so much!

I purchased the Creative Zen Sleek 20 GB (yes, on sale...no shipping from amazon). After researching accessories from various sites, I found a pink skin for it. I should be receiving them in a few days. :D I'm too giddy!

I also turned my sister on to the Zen. I'll see which one they choose for my niece. :D