Is an iPod Touch really all that?

martha · 02-26-2009, 05:03 PM

They look way cool, and I've got some Christmas money burning a hole in my pocket. Do they really hook up to wi-fi and shit?

Do I need a third iPod?

KristenCaNaDiAn · 02-26-2009, 05:20 PM

I don't think its necessary to have three ipods

waynetravis · 02-26-2009, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by martha

Do they really hook up to wi-fi and shit?

Do I need a third iPod?

Yes and yes!!

I think they're good little machines. Don't forget the app store where you can download the free games and stuff.
Plus widescreen movies and TV

JCOSTER · 02-26-2009, 05:32 PM

It never leaves my 13 year olds hands, NEVER.

**KhanadaRhodes** · 02-26-2009, 05:36 PM

i've played around with one, i think they're super neat. i personally would never get one though because my regular ipod has more space, and i have one of those phones that does everything but make toast. so i can do everything with these two that an ipod touch does.

however, if you have a more basic phone or something, i'd recommend it. the wifi feature's awesome, provided you're somewhere with wifi obviously. and the apps are neat, there seems to be an app for everything!

martha · 02-26-2009, 05:48 PM

I think my phone may be about six years old.

But I love it and it still works great!

**Sicy** · 02-26-2009, 06:41 PM

Why not just get an iphone, it comes with an ipod.

onebloodonelife · 02-26-2009, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Sicy

Why not just get an iphone, it comes with an ipod.

Then you're tied to AT&T, and might have to pay to get out of your current plan with another provider.

I have an iPod Touch, and it's very cool, but honestly, it hasn't been turned on in about a month because I use my Classic that has 10x more space all the time instead.

If you're going to be better than me about using it, then by all means, go for it! They're awesome little machines that can do a lot.

martha · 02-26-2009, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by onebloodonelife

Then you're tied to AT&T, and might have to pay to get out of your current plan with another provider.

That's the reason: I love Verizon and don't want to hack or leave.

Quote:

Originally Posted by onebloodonelife

I have an iPod Touch, and it's very cool, but honestly, it hasn't been turned on in about a month because I use my Classic that has 10x more space all the time instead.

Space. I love my classic, and it's only half full.

**Sicy** · 02-26-2009, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by martha

That's the reason: I love Verizon and don't want to hack or leave.

That makes sense, I didnt think about that.

DaveC · 02-26-2009, 09:53 PM

Forget the iPod touch - I've had one for a little over a year and they're useless as far as the wi-fi goes. You have to be in a place with free, unsecured wireless internet and MUCH closer than a computer needs to be, and even with all that and a connection that stays active for more than 20 seconds, it's fucking slow. At least a full minute to load a page that's almost all text (ie your average wikipedia page). If you want internet access in a portable unit, upgrade the phone you've got (or bite the bullet and get an iPhone that will give you the same access, but faster, and everywhere). The iPod's wireless card is total garbage. (ETA: For the record, it's not my wireless internet connection that's the problem - my computer retains the signal 100% of the time, and it's always relatively fast. My iPod can't hold a signal here at home, or anywhere else.)

This all goes without mentioning the fact that you get exponentially less space on an iPod touch. Mine was full the day I got it, and it really annoys the shit out of me to have to reorganize my entire music collection every time I want to add a new track. If you insist on getting a new iPod, get another classic, or get a nano. But you said you've already got a classic, so use the money you were going to spend on an iPod touch and get yourself a phone with a touch screen and 3G internet access and you'll instantly have everything the touch has, and probably for a couple hundred dollars less, too.

If I had known then what I know now, I would definitely have asked for an iPod classic last Christmas instead of the touch. Not worth the price, not even close.

bono_212 · 02-26-2009, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by martha

That's the reason: I love Verizon and don't want to hack or leave.

Have you considered the Blackberry Storm? I'm not sure how good a phone it is, but it's just a thought, since you're a Verizon customer.

martha · 02-26-2009, 10:44 PM

Good stuff, guys!

Thanks, Dave; that's good information.

Canadiens1131 · 02-26-2009, 11:49 PM

Do you want to carry your entire music collection around wih you in your pocket, or do you want a device that carries the albums you currently love and your favourite singles, plus has internet access.

I love my Touch. I no longer carry a laptop around during the day for cafe internet email checks and sending email. The touch controls are brilliant for navagating around and creating new playlists on the go.

I guess I use my Touch, time-wise, for about 50% music, 20% internet/email, and 30% applications and games.

If those ratios and feature sets look right to you, go for it. If they don't, then you don't need yet another iPod.

DaveC · 02-26-2009, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Canadiens1131

The touch controls are brilliant for navagating around and creating new playlists on the go.

I will give that much to the iPod touch - the touch screen is really responsive and intuitive to use. The rest of it can go suck a lemon.

02-26-2009, 05:03 PM	#1
martha She's the One Premium Gold Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Orange County and all over the goddam place Posts: 32,379 Local Time: 10:14 AM	Is an iPod Touch really all that? They look way cool, and I've got some Christmas money burning a hole in my pocket. Do they really hook up to wi-fi and shit? Do I need a third iPod? __________________ Skywheel Skywheel Blog

02-26-2009, 05:32 PM	#4
JCOSTER Get On Your Boots!!! Premium Gold Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: It's a very, very mad world. Posts: 14,767 Local Time: 01:14 PM	It never leaves my 13 year olds hands, NEVER. __________________ The songs in your head are now on my mind You put me on pause I try to rewind, love, and replay

02-26-2009, 05:48 PM	#6
martha She's the One Premium Gold Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Orange County and all over the goddam place Posts: 32,379 Local Time: 10:14 AM	I think my phone may be about six years old. But I love it and it still works great! __________________ Skywheel Skywheel Blog

02-26-2009, 06:41 PM	#7
Sicy Sizzlin' Sicilian Forum Administrator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: runnin' down the road like loose electricity Posts: 62,599 Local Time: 10:14 AM	Why not just get an iphone, it comes with an ipod. __________________ sicy[at]interference.com

02-26-2009, 10:44 PM	#13
martha She's the One Premium Gold Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Orange County and all over the goddam place Posts: 32,379 Local Time: 10:14 AM	Good stuff, guys! Thanks, Dave; that's good information. __________________ Skywheel Skywheel Blog

02-26-2009, 05:20 PM	#2
KristenCaNaDiAn Rock n' Roll Doggie ALL ACCESS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: In Larry Land...Mr. Mullen has dragged me over to the dark side drool Posts: 7,249 Local Time: 01:14 PM	I don't think its necessary to have three ipods

02-26-2009, 09:53 PM	#11
DaveC ONE love, blood, life Premium Gold Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 13,208 Local Time: 01:14 PM	Forget the iPod touch - I've had one for a little over a year and they're useless as far as the wi-fi goes. You have to be in a place with free, unsecured wireless internet and MUCH closer than a computer needs to be, and even with all that and a connection that stays active for more than 20 seconds, it's fucking slow. At least a full minute to load a page that's almost all text (ie your average wikipedia page). If you want internet access in a portable unit, upgrade the phone you've got (or bite the bullet and get an iPhone that will give you the same access, but faster, and everywhere). The iPod's wireless card is total garbage. (ETA: For the record, it's not my wireless internet connection that's the problem - my computer retains the signal 100% of the time, and it's always relatively fast. My iPod can't hold a signal here at home, or anywhere else.) This all goes without mentioning the fact that you get exponentially less space on an iPod touch. Mine was full the day I got it, and it really annoys the shit out of me to have to reorganize my entire music collection every time I want to add a new track. If you insist on getting a new iPod, get another classic, or get a nano. But you said you've already got a classic, so use the money you were going to spend on an iPod touch and get yourself a phone with a touch screen and 3G internet access and you'll instantly have everything the touch has, and probably for a couple hundred dollars less, too. If I had known then what I know now, I would definitely have asked for an iPod classic last Christmas instead of the touch. Not worth the price, not even close.

02-26-2009, 11:49 PM	#14
Canadiens1131 Rock n' Roll Doggie FOB Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: ‫‬‪‫‬Montreal, Canada Posts: 8,449 Local Time: 12:14 PM	Do you want to carry your entire music collection around wih you in your pocket, or do you want a device that carries the albums you currently love and your favourite singles, plus has internet access. I love my Touch. I no longer carry a laptop around during the day for cafe internet email checks and sending email. The touch controls are brilliant for navagating around and creating new playlists on the go. I guess I use my Touch, time-wise, for about 50% music, 20% internet/email, and 30% applications and games. If those ratios and feature sets look right to you, go for it. If they don't, then you don't need yet another iPod.

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