The Cycle of An MP3 Device – What to Expect

At the gym, on the bus and everywhere in between you will find people with a beat in their feet as they go about daily tasks. iPods pounced onto the electronics scene as the new MP3 player and then took the industry by storm. iPods outsell every other brand of music player on the market today. Not only are you able to purchase an iPod an accessories online or at your favorite electronics store, they have also began to appear in vending machines at the local strip mall and in everyday stores such as Walmart and K-Mart. While the iPod of your dreams may seem well worth the price, it is important to consider how long it will last and the possible cost of repairs.

As with all things, the care and use of a product plays the biggest factor in its longevity. People who plan to use their iPod on an all-day, everyday basis can expect that parts will deteriorate faster than other users. First, there are three main types of iPods available.
• iPod Shuffle – The average price of this 2GB music player is around $50. The iPod shuffle is a popular choice for gym gurus and busy bodies who simply enjoy music in their ears without the hassle of creating playlists and navigating a touch screen. Available in an assortment of colors, the iPod shuffle comes complete with a built in clip for your clothing. It is approximately the same size as a bit size Hershey’s candy and has simple On/Off/Shuffle controls along with Next Track and Volume controls. With the iPod Shuffle, you can expect to only have problems with the clip if it breaks. To avoid clip breakage, do not clip it on thick clothing. Instead, consider using the available arm band that has a thin loop for the clip to attach.

• iPod Nano – The next step up on the Apple iPod chain is the iPod Nano. This little music player is available in 8GB or 16GB models and features a bite size touch screen. For the latest version of the iPod Nano, it is most common for the clip to break or the LCD touch screen. Savvy users can fix the LCD screen themselves after ordering the parts from an electronics outfitter store online. However, many consumers will choose to take advantage of the one year repair service that comes with the iPod Nano.

• iPod Touch – Every tech savvy person needs the iPod Touch. This high end model is available in 8 GB, 32GB and 64GB models. It features a fully functional touch screen, web cam, the ability to play video, games, all available Apple Applications and surf the web any place where wireless internet is available. Essentially an iPod touch is a remote control size computer in the palm of your hands. As with all great products, users can expect more problems over time with the advanced technology. To start, the LCD touch screen can easily crack if the iPod Touch is dropped, a shattered screen is covered under the manufacturer’s warranty which is available up to three years. The internal battery is also prone to need to be replaced in the iPod Touch and can be done at home once a battery replacement is purchased. Due to the capabilities of the iPod Touch, many users find that it will freeze or crash when there are numerous applications downloaded and/or in use at the same time. When this happens, you may have to completely reset, restore and reset your iPod. Lastly, the hard drive is prone to burn out with excessive use in the iPod Touch faster than in the other models. Consumers will need to purchase a new device unless it is still under manufacturer’s warranty.

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