can i know what is the disadvantage of apple i-pod..i heard that if u save song on ur i-pod u can't take it out back..i mean u can't share it... it's that true???

This post has been edited by MR.Syxo: Apr 21 2006, 10:44 AM

There are ways and means.... i'm using ephpod..... google for more info...

would be best to post this in the Apple Byte section..

would be best to post this in the Apple Byte section..

how could i do that??

I'll move this there for you

disadvantage is the sound is not good as youre expecting.

whats not, PRICEY!

you can use third party software like ipod agent to copy song and video out of you IPOD.

the sound quality of ipod depend on the earphone u use, the original earbug given by apple does give you the best sound quality ipod have to offer.

battery life not fantastic
thats my major rant of the ipod
and the accessories are quite expensive

easy 2 get scratches!

battery is not user replaceable

That is why..... get MP4 nano clone.......

Cheap and Nice.....

for me is the accesories that are too pricy and the battery life isn't as good as i expect

for me the major problem in ipod is its battery and body scratches.

aiyo

rich man toy..
other than that.... why iPod dont have radio built-in... otherwise, it's a cool gadget

actually the ipod does have radio function installed a few updates ago
the problem is that is u have to buy a special radio remote for it

Personally, I find that the only disadvantage of the iPod is that there'll be a better iPod 6 months down the road.

Yup, the iPod certainly pricey... Furthermore, it does not come with other features that competitors are offering (and at cheaper prices!), such as voice recorder and radio...

But despite these minor flaws, the iPod remains one heck of a cool gadget!

hahaha..
cons:
poor batt life,
scratcheable surface...
sound quality?? change a new earphone... improves it a lot... the ori buds are nice enuf for normal ears..
price?? erm.. rm1.5k is rather expensive... but... there are other means of getting it cheap...
accs?? if u complain it is expensive.. trying finding 3rd party... besides...
the accessories are the best part of the ipod.. so many to choose frm..
it is like having a new toy wit ur old stuff...

agreed!

much agreed!!

but after u plug in a pair of grados.. it's all worth it

well, it is cool. But then again, it does sync with what is arguably the best jukebox software out there: iTunes.

Ive tried everything from MusicMatch to Winamp and nothing comes close to the simplicity of iTunes.

It just works. Btw, 8hr+ batt life is ok laa.. how long do you listen in one sitting anyway?

Its easily scratched (mine looks like brushed metal now.. i dont use any covers) but unless you are dumb enough to put keys in your pocket (with your ipod), it shouldnt be that big a deal. Wit the nano its even easier to just slip it in your shirt pocket. IMO, covers ruin the design of the iPod.

the silicon casing is ok ma.. still maintain the design

i still think its good

once you put the songs inside you can transfer back..its just that you need some special software to do it !

hahaha yeah.. not that any of our songs are protected with DRM (Apple's Fairplay) cuz no one pays nuts to the iTunes store here in Malaysia.

how do u do that ???

Eh, i thought that Malaysia is not yet listed as one of the countries that can access the iTunes Music Store?

Average battery life ~ close to neglegible, since you'll be plugging in to usb at least once a day. Besides, Apple encourages you to do so.

Easily scratched ~ which gadget doesn't? Get a case/protective. And you're not gonna use an ipod like swiss army knives rite?

So-so earphone ~ keyword: "bundled". Dont expect a beauty eh. Just change it to a better one whenever you can.

Cant copy music from ipod to pc ~ no problem(really). Use 3rd party software. Theres a lot of them out there.

No radio ~ with thousands of songs, radio is dead, literally.

Pricey ~ if you like it so much, you'll eventually buy it. Once you've owned it, you'll by whatever means justify it against the amount you pay.

"What? Only five buttons?" ~ Yes. Do you really expect a keyboard?

"I hate iTunes" ~ well then, i rest my case.

Oh wait, there's Anapod!

@clienut: yah, except if you have an iTMS account of the available countries, or use someone elses a/c, then you can buy the songs.

This post has been edited by jassacake: Apr 22 2006, 06:19 PM

yeah....but...if u're managed to buy ipod...why not get an iskin or screen protector instead.....

that's not a disadvantage....u never replace the battery always......

haha...its worthy is partially for its design and its function.....

TOTALLY AGREED~!

~only 5 buttons

what u still need?
dun forget...there's still a click wheel that many mp4 player without of it.....and.....the click wheel is complete with two function....aaaaaaaall the buttons are totally useful to control ur whole ipod....it;s not a problem.......simple, elegance, useful and....i never regret after bought it...

hahaha
i think so far... oni ppl start to get addicted to it...
who doesnt? when u flash it in public... u get stares....
hehehehe

.. i dont show it around in public. its usually in my pocket. Ive even learnt to control it by feel (yes by feel) through the cloth of my pants.

The only thing you see me wearing is a pair of SOny Earbuds (MX71)

haven't tried the koss ksc75?

hahaha
not everyone managed to get it frm alamaklor...
hehehe
me the few lucky oness... they are damn nice...
it is less bassy than the ex71 but the clarity is like...
fuiyooooo

bro, everything has advantages and disadvantages, it is just the price that makes us malaysian whether to buy or not. ipod is not consider a richman accessories it is because we buy it so expensive in malaysia. imagine that i can buy 120pounds in england for ipod nano, yes it is in pound sterling, but if you work there for 1500pound a month, i dont feel it is expensive.

well, i would like to say that once you get your Ipod, no matter what video, photo, U2 special edition, nano, etc.. you'll love it and never feel regret to go back nor never think of getting a sony mp3 walkman!

been dying to get try it with my nano...
can't seem to get my grubby hands on one..
guess i need to keep my trusty grados for awhile...

Anyone here owns a fourth gen? I was thinking of getting one. Currently using a Zen Micro. Nothing wrong with the micro, it's just that I can't live with the small capacity!

So anyway, about the fourth gen. I've read quite a fair number of reviews and oppinions. It really varies. Some ppl says it days the moment it reaches a year. Some says it's been two years and it's still up and running.

And the battery life. It's quoted to be 12 hours. A review tried it for 14 hours. While some users claim 8 hours at most. So this is starting to make me really see stars

Do I have to send it back to apple to get the batts changed, or can I somehow open it up on my own? Oh, and what's the average price you guys pay to get the batts changed? Geejun has kindly told me via pm it cost abt RM 200. But I thought I'd ask you guys anyway. And I've bothered him enough

Final question for now: What's the worst battery time you can get?

kene jaga extra careful supaya tak calar on the back-surface!
hopfully iPod will cool little bit and not to release number of models in short-notice period.
buy at malaysia damn expensive!!!! i just saw today 60GB is selling at SGD748!!!!

-cheers-

Thats the sad thing... The latest gadgets and iPods are available everywhere in Malaysia but too bad the price is prohibitive!

But one thing's for sure, i never regretted my investment in the mini... Best MP3 player i ever had (not forgetting the shortfalls also!)...

A 4th gen user here.. Just came back from trip up north.. 12 hrs.. battery life just nice.. The selection of accessories available here is not that much compared to what is actually available.. Price wise, both for the iPod n accessories sucks big time.. Just yesterday, saw the new iPod HiFi, retailing @RM1999.. shocking.. apart from that, I'm quite happy with overall performance.. I did consider getting Creative n iRiver..

So the battery life really is about 12 hours and not like 8 hours or something like that?

That's nice to know

hmm pricey

battery if rosak how to tukar ??

send to the shop.

Just send to the Apple tech-support at BSC...

How much it charge to change a new battery?

guys, how do we get rid of the dead pixel on the ipod screen? izzit possible?

pleeeeeaseeee dont tell me i have to send it back for a screen replacement, that would cost a fortune wouldnt it?

thanks a lot yeah?

refer to the pic below, its at the "Playlists" section:

doesnt seems like a dead pixel to me... or if it is, its the largest group of dead pixels ive ever seen.

If dead pixel, hopefully u r still on warranty, send back to Apple to get it rectified.. I saw replacement battery for sale at Apple Mid Valley.. price 200++.. not sure whether DIY or they do for u.. My battery life 12 hrs approximate.. but I took the necessary measures.. no equaliser, screen brightness minimum, less fast fwd.. not sure the performance on the color iPods.. mine monochrome 4th gen

erm, actually the warranty's over...

anyway, about the battery replacement thingy. lets say i send my unit to apple mid valley, do they just replace the batt on the spot or do i have to wait for a few days (or weeks) to get my unit back?

haih, cant live without my ipod...

This post has been edited by liquid_ooze: May 5 2006, 03:29 AM

That doesnt really look like a dead pixel

Nah, can't be dead pixels... Must be some problem with the screen itself...

sorry guys, not a dead pixel... actually the screen was hard pressed against something. and i think there's no way around it without losing a few hundred bucks, LOL!

Wow, that is gonna burn one heck of a large hole in the pocket!

This shows that iPod owners had better be careful with their pride-and-joy, that's for sure!

Increase cases of Robbery

back here, when i saw someone with ipod..

the few things that came into my mind:

-selfish, leave-me-alone person, i-dont-want-to be-disturbed
-show-off (especially those with nano and lanyard around the neck to tell the world)
-sucxer for the snatch thief
-distractions (i personally know a friend who use ipod while riding motorbike and several times saw people use the white earbud while driving-why? no idea, probably their car stereo broken)

but personally, the advantages of having a portable 40GB jukebox/hdd far outweights the dis-....

Hey, the fourth item suits me! Interesting point here is that i tend to concentrate MORE on the road when i have my iPod playing music and headphones stuck to my ear... At least i won't be disturbed (back to the first item!) and can then focus concentration on the driving...

Anyway, the radio stations sometimes play sucky music so no choice but to turn on the Pod...

This post has been edited by ClieNut Gadget Freak: May 9 2006, 01:04 PM

Hey guys, I've a question. Didn't feel like there was a need to open a new thread, so I'm just gonna ask here. Hope y'all don't mind

I just got my 4th gen today and after I registered it online, I checked the warranty status. It says that it was bought sometime in April 2005. The thing is, the set is supposed to be brand new. So my question is, how long do they take to update that I've only registered it today? Or is there something wrong with my set?

Second question is, there's like something on my screen. But it's on the INSIDE. Like a spec of dust. It's really annoying to see it there everytime I look at the screen. So is it possible to get them to fix it?

Thanks yeah

please get an adapter or itrip, don't drive with your ear stuffed.

had adviced my fren who use ipod while driving his motorbike. he argued against it, and i decide not to further the disagreement.
about a week later, he hit the back of a car, and broke his leg. while using ipod.

for me, ipod headphone in your ear is another source of distraction.

i sounded like your mum, ehhh?

You sure are judgmental. Why can't he/she be someone who actually enjoys music on the go? And I don't see how wearing an iPod is showing off, after all it's only a 400-dollar device, what's there to show off?

dude, we are talking about the disadvantage of ipod, right?

as someone who owns an ipod, i could probably list all the advantages...
but again, the topic is about the disadvantages, right?

edit: i've decide to take out what i believe would escalate things.
y'all, have fun. this is only a forum. not a name-calling playground.

This post has been edited by sdien: May 11 2006, 05:43 PM

Hahaha, i know what u mean, buddy!

But seriously, even though i have my iPod stuck on my ears, i have the volume low enough for me to hear the surrounding noises even though the music is also being played... And seriously, my concentration increases on the road because of that (my mind is focused on the driving whilst listening to music, thereby reducing the need to look left-right instead)!

how much would it cost to replace a new screen. i dropped my ipod the other day and the whole screen cracked... would it be better if i get a new one?


sorry for bad quality taken with w800i

This post has been edited by Voonz: May 12 2006, 01:12 PM

CAn't see anything also...turn on Macro Mode in this situation la...

Wow, the crack on your Pod is massive, man! Looks like u had better call TechSupport (Malaysia), i think the number can be obtained via Apple's site...

Ipod's casing must send to Service Center to do it ar?

turned on already dude
i dunno hwat tod o with my ipod now >_>
can't see a thing in the screen. even if i fix it it's gonna cost 300-400
might as well get a new one right =.=

I listen to my ipod everyday when i am on my bike going to school!

the trip to and from the school become enjoyable and interesting with my ipod on..hoho..

Now , i will feel bored if i cycle without ipod..LoL

kena langgar mampos
btw, isn't it illegal to ride with your plugs.

izzit? i nvr know tat it is illegal . Thx for informing me about tat.I'll take note of tat

about the accident thingy , i think i wont kena langgar coz i live in a kampong . Not much car flows

Wow, you must be one of the most gadget-aware ppl in your kampong, david! Where are you from btw?

Imagine seeing a fellow in the same village going around with an iPod, cool!

haha...not really a kampong i suppose , a small town . Tampin , heard be4?

So far i know only 2 person in Tampin own iPod..haha..

wow technlogy is sweeping the small town/kampong etc I'm amazed you even know how many people owns an ipod in your town.

tat's a very packed small town.
same place with, silverhawk.

Hahaha, isn't Tampin the place which can be mentioned as either in NS or Malacca? Yup, i've been there before and just like what pizzaboy said, its a cramped but busy small town...

Wow, two persons with ipod in Tampin? One of them has to be u lah right, david? And its amazing that the smaller towns are also being swept by the wave of modern gadgets... Sooner or later, the whole of smaller towns like Klang or Kluang, Alor Setar or Kangar will be filled with lappie-carrying or iPod-listening ppl!

By no means, Klang is a small town.

Yup , Tampin is half NS and half Malacca . Haha... I'm surprised tat many ppl know it , i tot its a place of the back of beyond , isolated place .

I'm quite keen to see tat there will be lappie carrying and ipod-listening ppl in Tampin . For this stage , iPod is still something Rare here. Haha..

Just tat most of the youngster here do not find ipod useful to them , they rather spend 2~3k to buy a brandy new handphone .

nyprinz83 , as i said , this is a small town , news can be spread all over the town at a rapid speed.

uhm.. everything must go thru itunes...

also if formatted in on a mac.. the storage feature
doesn't really work on the pc..

Hehehe, its not a small town in that sense but Klang rhymes with Kluang, don't u think so, buddy?

True true, many cellphones also come with mp3 playback, in addition to bluetooth, GPRS, 3G, and WiFi... The iPod only has MP3, so it loses out to the cellphone in many areas...

Isn't tampin the 3rd-largest town in NS, david?

Hey i have a friend in Tampin. I've been there once.

Well , diffrent person have diffrent perspect for diffrent things . As for me , a 3315 is more than enough for me , but i dont find it enough to own a Creative MuVo 256 , tats y i changed to IPOD.

hmms... 3rd largest town? Not quite sure bout tat. But i dont think its a large town .
This town will nvr grow if all the oldster still remains . Reason for saying this , many big businesses in tampin collapsed , becoz the oldster's old fashion type of thinking here..

Example, if a shop sells a plate of Rice at RM 5 and tat is only for 1 person , Tat shop will not last long NO MATTER HOW NICE THE FOOD IS.

But the other shop who offers RM 5 food for 3 person will have a good business.

Bluesilver, mind introducing me him/her? Maybe we knew each other..hohoo

who knows? maybe u already know her. Her initials are D.B. lol

how old is she , if she's around my age , maybe i already know her .

Btw, i'm 17 and my initials are D.C..LoL

DC = David Coulthard!

woo. she's 23 this year.

* Anyways, i've been using the ipod video for a month now and i really can't go anywhere without it. so to me there isn't much disadvantages of using an ipod.

hahaha
me too
but i used it for 5-6 months de...
she is my BABY!!!
cant live without herrrr

Agree with both of u there!

I carry my iPod together with my CLIE and cellphone and one thing's for sure, i also cannot live without my source for mobile MP3s!

LoL. .. i'm getting my ipod soon . Cant wait to experience wat u guys had been experiencing be4 ..

hahahah
hopefully u will enjoy it as much as other ipodders

hope so , i'm an audiophile too btw ~ ^^ hehe..

Welcome to the iPod club, david... Hope you have a good time listening to your songs on the go, buddy!

WIll upload the pic of my ipod vid once i got it ..haha...

TOo excited and cant wait to get it NOW ..

persevere...persevere...

but i'm wondering , y is there an ipod club under a thread titled " disadvantage of ipod " ?

shouldn't we open a new thread for this?

This post has been edited by david890701: May 17 2006, 02:36 PM

hello..i create this thread and never open it..haha..just wat to get this popular back..hurmmi'll get my own 60Gb ipod video this earlier feb..YESSS..

Whats the point of bumping an old thread just to let everyone know you created this thread?

hey..relax bro..i just excited with my ipod..what wrong with u??!!am i do antything wrong..or maybe i'm disturbing ur life??just tell me??

iPod doesn't have any bad things to me. It may be lacking a bit in features and the earphones aren't as good as you'd expect them to be but still it's great.