iPod Nano Computer Software Web Tips Guide
iPod Nano With Many Interesting Features
By Joan Kickosawa
Apple CEO Steve Jobs loves the iPod Nano -- and with good reason:
it sold one million copies in just 17 days! "It’s the most
popular music player in history. People just love it," he
explained to a media conference in 2007.
"We want to make it better, and customers have told us how
we can make it better. Customers want to watch videos on their
nanos on an even larger, brighter display. We’d like to put Cover
Flow in, we think it’s a great way to browse your music library.
Games, more storage, and a full metal design. We’re introducing
a new nano here today."
A New Model Each Year
In fact, Steve didn’t stop there -- he kept introducing new iPod
Nanos each year in an attempt to keep up with shifting consumer
demands.
If you’re in the dark when it comes to the iPod Nano, you are
not alone. The first music nanosystems emerged in September of
2005, bringing 1-4 gigabytes of space, black or white casings,
Mac or Windows 2000 compatibility, 14 hours of audio battery life,
a 176 x 132 size screen, 32 MB of onboard RAM and 1.5 oz. weight.
Anodised Aluminum Casing And A Longer Battery Life
The second generation Apple device held 4 or 8 GB of storage
and came with new colors (silver, pink, green, red and blue) in
an attractive anodized aluminum casing, with 10 more hours of
battery life in fall 2006.
The third generation nanotechnology products were released in
September 2007, providing 4 or 8 GB of space, a variety of colors
(silver, light blue, light green, black, red, pink), double the
RAM (64 MB) and worked with XP and Vista -- not to mention, it
was able to play videos (rather than just photo slide shows).
Shake To Shuffle Features
The Generation 4 Nano of September 2008 offered all the usual
colors (as well as yellow, orange and purple), 8 or 16 MB of space
and included voice and "shake to shuffle" features.
There are some much-anticipated changes made to the new Nano
(Generation 5). For one, users can review their options and automatically
import play-lists based on genre or create play-lists right on
their iPod Nano device (rather than creating them on the computer
with Itunes and transferring them over).
A Great All Round Gadget
Another one of the neat Nanotechnology applications is the 99-cent
to $3 iTunes movie rentals. The addition of a pedometer, built-in
speakers, FM Radio, notepad, voice recorder and video camera make
this a great all-around device. Despite all its fancy features,
most people purchase the iPod Nano solely for the music player.
According to reviewers at CNET: "If you have an older iPod
and you’ve been waiting for an excuse to upgrade, then you can
rest assured that the fifth-generation Nano is the best Nano yet.
Lightweight Design
That said, with the highly rated 8GB iPod Touch sitting pretty
at just $199, you’ll need to decide whether the Nano’s slim design,
FM radio, pedometer, and video camera are more meaningful to you
than the touch screen, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and application capabilities
of the iPod Touch.
From our perspective, it’s hard to go wrong either way, but the
bright colors, sturdy construction, and lightweight design of
the Nano make it an easy choice for children and athletic types."
A Surprise Camera Feature
The iPod Nano is not without criticism. For one, users will still
need to invest in Nano accessories (like protective cases) to
prevent damage from occurring if the device is dropped or mishandled.
Some Amazon reviewers say the device seems "designed with
the kiddies in mind" and mention that the "aluminum
casing looks like cheap plastic." Many consumers are disgruntled
that the camera feature was added to the Nano MP3, rather than
the exciting new iPod Touch, which has gained an even more cult-like
following than the original Nano; it was thought to be the king
of nanotechnology devices.
It will be interesting to see what Apple has in store for 2010.
About the Author:
Joan Kickosawa has written a number of articles on Technology, Networks and Computers
including
Nano iPod,
Google Android,
Network Knowledge,
Wi Fi Networking,
Bluetooth Phones,
Cell Phones Services.
Keep a lookout for more of her articles on this website.
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