Apple 4 GB iPod Nano Black

 Well It does what It says It will do.
FIRST I would like to respond to the person who thought that writing a review meant that he/she/it should begin by insulting people by calling them idiots. This is in response to C. CUI (Real Informatics) Yes the ipod is designed to work with itunes only. However you can rip music from any cd that you own and transfer it to your ipod. Walmart says that their music is not compatible with ipod or itunes. However, I have downloaded music from walmart and burned it to a cd. I was then able to transfer it to my ipod and listen to it in itunes. There's probably a simplier way to do this but that has worked okay for me. I have not counted my hours of use but I know I get more than four hours of actual play time.

SECOND why is N. Bessie discouraging people from buying the ipod nano when she purchased the discontinued ipod mini? Shouldn't she be reviewing on the ipod mini review forum?

Lastly Marsha Mcginnis is reviewing before she's even gotten a chance to use the darn thing. Why would you buy a product then dis it before you use it.

My gosh now that I'm through responding to the nonsense I've just read let me say this, I'm not a part of some mac lovers cult or anything. I just purchased my ipod after Christmas and I'm pleased because it does what it says it's suppose to do. When an item does what it's suppose to do then what do you have to complain about? Yesterday I thought that I was going to become an angry ipod owner. For some reason unbeknownst to me my ipod would not come on after I removed it from my coat pocket. I've been relatively cautious with my ipod but not overly. I've dropped it a couple of times and I never put it in it's sheath that came with it. The only thing I've done to protect it is that I have not removed the plastic that came on the front of it (because it truly is prone to scratches). Well after taking my ipod back to The Apple Store today the mac genius who took a look at my nano informed me that the tape on the front of it was holding a button down and that was the reason it did not come on. Like I said I've dropped my nano (actually I dropped it twice today, I don't encourage this however) and I don't go out of my way to protect it. But it's still ok. I'm going to eventually remove the plastic but not until I find the perfect protective case or sleeve. I believe that mac offers great service on their products. There was a woman in the store who had purchased an ipod two years ago, she wasn't on warranty anymore and she hadn't purchased the battery replacement plan but still they replaced her battery (actually they give you a brand new ipod) for only 60+ bucks. The mac genius didn't even ask me for a receipt before examining my ipod nano. There were about a dozen people in the store for one of their classes at the time that I was there. How many computer compaines offer service where you can just walk in and have your issues resolved or you can schedule an appointment to have them show you how to use your gadgets, or that allows you to walk in take a seat and sit in on one of their classes even after you've purchased th product?

 What i've been waiting for.
I bought an ipod nano at Best Buy, a 4gb one that costs 250$. I bought the insurance and bought the holder so it wouldn't break. It looked awsome and i was ready to jam!
I hooked it up to my comp, loaded on about 500 or more song and a few pictures and started jamming, it rules. When u played a song u could look at the album cover, play games, or look at pictures u put in there. It was the best ipod yet.
But then i realized it is fragile. Without a case if u drop it on a carpet it will scratch it or might ever crack it. But i always keep the protective case on. With the case this thing is the best ipod yet, and it holds just the right amount of songs, 1,000 songs.
All in all i think its awsome. I highly reccomend it to any one who wants to update there ipod or wants an ipod nano, but make sure u BUY! the protective case or u will end up breaking it. If u want something cheaper get an ipod mini 6 or 4 gb, they are still good and are very sturdy.

 What nobody has mentioned yet ... SOUND!!!
This isn't going to be long and boring because everything good/bad has been said so far. Good - size, flash memory, photo ability, etc.. Bad - I got black and it scratches VERY easily! I only had it 2 days and from carrying it in my pocket, the front looks very scratched like I had it a few years already. Also, don't know why they put the headphone jack on the bottom ... and so far there's no belt clip for this. Only a lanyard headphone or an armband. I need a belt clip for the gym.

Anyway, the sound ...

I only listen to my players CRANKED! Every MP3 player I've ever bought, including my previous 3 ipods, I listen to at full volume. So, just to test, I got my 6 gb ipod mini and put it side by side with my new Nano. I started "Walk" by Pantera simultaneously on both players and took my best pair of headphones going back and forth from one player to the other. Well, the new Nano BLEW AWAY my 6 gb ipod! Noticeably louder, deeper bass, and my favorite, much sharper and higher treble! I hate to admit it, but it makes my 6 gb mini sound like crap. (Hello ebay!) I can't comment on the battery life yet at that volume, but I'm sure it will be much shorter than the 14 hours they say.

But if you buy this player for no other reason ... buy it for the SOUND!

 where is the volume for my hard rock?
ok, i am a bit disappointed with the scratches, considering i have even made sure there is absolutely nothing else in the pocket than the black nano. but is it only my hearing or is the sound very low? even when its turned as loud as possible its still very low. and i am aware of the "soundcheck" feature. but is it possible that it turns all the songs at a similar low level as the one it used to measure to begin with? On the plane to Riga last week it was impossible to hear music through the noise of the engine. and thet surely never happened with my sony discman. or is the american apple so scared of being sued for messing up peoples hearing that they are acting as "parents" and put the max volume at a safe level.

 Why?
Why would you want to spend $250 on a flash based MP3 player with capability to hold 1,000 songs (yeah right) when you could spend much less on much more. The Zen Micro is awesome and holds much more music and is not real big either. Everyone talks about how cool these are. My friend has one and I convinced him that he wasted his money. Well, I think they suck because they don't deliver. Anyway, if you want to look at pictures (which is what a computer or camera is for) or want a small player that holds very little music, here you go. If you want something that is worth the money, buy a Zen Micro.

 Wonderful for Many Things
I was not interested in getting an iPod before this was given to me as a gift. It has been a phenomenal aid in running, weightlifting, and other exercises. Also, the podcasts (broadcasts for the iPod) from various sources (my favorite is Vatican Radio) keep me informed on various things in the world when I'm unable to keep up with the news. Though it does scratch easily, I got an iSkin that seems to keep it from receiving any harsh damage. I love it!

 WOW!!!!!!!!! HOLY SH**!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This ipod is amazing, this is my first ever ipod and i love it!
the very touch sensitive click wheel is amazing! i love this ipod so much, the storage is good.
So far i have over 200 songs, and am still filling it! i have a few photos, contacts, and notes etc. this is the most beautiful ipod i have ever seen in my life, and since i heard about how it is scratch prone i have left the screen guard on, i got 2 cases. (armband, flip case).
Plus the regular one that came with the nano, this ipod is the coolest, sleekest ipod i have ever seen, the songs are perfect and the photos are magnificant, i would recomend this to anyone looking for a slightly but pretty durable ipod that is thin, sleek, and for those of you ( us) that don't need ( or know ) 15,000 songs.
Black is a beautiful color and i have never seen white which i suspect is just as breath taking...

anyway before i get lost in my words im going to get back to my ipod.

Thanks for your time.

 You're going to be impressed
This thing is so tiny - check it out at the Apple store, because you're going to be impressed!

the sound quality is terrific and the color screen is solid, overall, for photo viewing

For $250 (or $200 for the smaller version) you are getting a TON for a very low price

The sound quality in this thing is also excellent - no comprised quality at all

And lastly, the thing is pretty can't be destroyed - rock solid construction, that stays intact, regardless of abuse

1. tough construction

2. great sound quality

3. tiny as heck

4. low price

I highly recommend it!

HAPPY BUYING!!!