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This is my first iPod, I have had it for a week now. I love it! Let me start with the features that I do like about it: ability to carry a lot of music in a small, stylish package; great sound; bright, clear screen; touch wheel. I was amazed at what this gadget could do. When I began researching the Apple iPod, I was happy to find that not only could you purchase music for download, but could import already owned CDs into it. I was also happy to see Audiobooks, which are great. I have downloaded one book already, one which I had previously read before. Hearing someone read to you in this manner allows you to read along if you like, or just listen and find things that you may have missed while reading the actual book, and to also hear how words should be pronounced :). Also Podcast are great and even better, free, and there are many to suit varied interest.
Now the cons: wish the 8GB version came in the colors like the 4GB does; a little expensive; no video; can't download new games; seems a little delicate and prone to accidental scratching; iPod can freeze up. In reguard to that last con, my iPod did freeze, but I visited the Apple website and in the support section, walks you through the process of fixing the issue.
All in all it is a great gadget and am happy to add it to my collection. It is stylish and functional. But I do suggest purchasing online instead of in store, so that you can have it engraved and make your own. A good buy!
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