Apple iPod 10 GB White M8709LL/A (1st Generation)

Amazon Customer Reviews

(3 out of 5)

Suspect

This product is incredibly innovative, but believe me, it has its flaws. My first problems started the second day I had it, when it inexplicably froze up. This happens often. I end up having to reset it, which takes a minute or two. This is a common problem, just go to the Apple.com discussion boards.

I first became suspicious of the iPod after I found out that Apple only offers a 90 day warranty on it. No extended warranties are available! That's a huge red flag. Luckily, I'm getting mine fixed free of charge right now, but it's like [money] if the warranty has expired...

I think one of the main misconceptions about the iPod is the type of use it is most suited for. Remember, inside this gizmo there is an actual hard drive. This means that there are moving parts, spinning discs, etc. It's mechanical. And anything mechanical is much more prone to breaking. Therefore, please understand that the iPod is NOT good for vigorous use such as running or working out. Its best uses would be for simply walking and sitting around. So if you want something to listen to while jogging, I would probably get something else. (besides, cases come separate)

... I used to own a RIO 600, but that died after 13 months, which was apparently a world record for a RIO product. But that was only [money], the iPod is [money]. What scares me is what I'm supposed to do when it konks out on me in three more months. And I fully expect it to within a max of 2 years.

One more warning: iPods routinely have battery related problems, mainly that the batteries drain extremely fast.

Other than that, it's great. 2000 songs. Wonderful interface. Beautiful design. Actually, it's almost too beautiful, I tend to be way to careful with it. I'm always buffing it and stuff, I kinda wish it was more plain looking so I wouldn't feel so guilty about getting a tiny scratch on it.

(5 out of 5)

Awesome product

I started looking into MP3 players about two months ago and initially purchased a Rio Jukebox 10. Although the Rio was a nice unit with decent sound, it was larger than I wanted, had a difficult to navigate menu system, and wasn't exactly feature laden. I had never checked out the iPod because I own a PC and didn't think it was compatible. I was reading an article recently about some third party software that made the iPod work with PC's and then became very interested. Well I took the plunge, downloaded the free software(EphPod)and I am absolutely thrilled that i did. The EphPod software is excellent and other developers are working with Apple to produce additional software options for PC owners if ephPod isn't your cup of tea. Other than the software, the only other thing you will need to make the iPod work with your PC, is a firewire card (IEEE1394 $20-$50.) to plug the iPod into.

Amazing! This thing is half the size and weight of the Rio, has twice the battery life (over 10 hours), and has an interface that is easy to use with one hand. I can carry my entire CD collection around all the time and hardly notice it's there, except for the terrific sound of course.

WOW, is about all that's left to say. This is the unit I was looking for all along. My hats off to the developers at Apple.

(1 out of 5)

Overpriced

I cannot get over how much Apple is asking for this device. I was looking at the Ipod and the RioRiot. And it came down to this: 10 gig player: 500$ 20 gig player: 300$

The size factor and apple chic factor is nice, but not worth 200 dollars more for half the storage.

As for transfer speed: how often are you going to be transferring a large number of files to it? I loaded mine once and am set.

If you are willing to carry a portable that is a little larger you can save alot of money and carry twice as much music with you.

(5 out of 5)

Simply the best!!

Without a doubt, the iPod is the best mp3 player out there today. It has an elegant simplicity that most other players lack--it can be operated with one hand (one thumb!) and integrates seamlessly with the Mac platform. Windows users, take note: you, too, can use this incredible toy--there's at least two programs that let you mount it on your computer and transfer your songs over. (Though you should just get a Mac... ;) )

The 10GB size is just right for me, though it may be too much for some and too little for others. My only qualm is that the iPod doesn't adapt playlists like the RioRiot, which will "watch" what you do and compile a list of current favorites, or songs you haven't listened to in a while. However, if there is enough interest, I'm sure Apple will update the iPod's software (which the user can download very easily) or someone will make a hack.

You cannot go wrong with this one...

(5 out of 5)

Great tech toy

I got the iPod about 3 months ago, and it has held up to the most important of my standards-- it hasn't broken. I drop it on the sidewalk every few days, but it never even skips. I really appreciate the durability.