[X Newbies] In need of an iPod fix

[Brian Fish]

Hey Bill,
 Thanks for the advice.  I am in the U.S. (New Jersey to be exact)  I like
your suggestion of getting a big fat 20 gig'er, but my original thought was
for the 10 gig model.  Not sure why, especially since It's only an extra
$100usd for double the fun.  Ok..now I'm thinking getting the 20 gig.  The
only thing I don't like about the 10 and 20 gig models is the new scroll
wheel that doesn't move.  It's a mental thing I guess.  I'll probably
purchase from Apple because I work for a school, so I get education
discounts (which will only save me about $40).  All in all, I guess I'll
have to go for it so I can start sleeping easier.  Thanks again for the
opinions.
-Brian

>>-----Original Message-----
>>From: Mac OS X Newbies [mailto:X-Newbies at lists.themacintoshguy.com]On
>>Behalf Of Bill Reburn
>>Sent: Thursday, January 23, 2003 12:10 PM
>>To: Mac OS X Newbies
>>Subject: Re: [X Newbies] In need of an iPod fix
>>
>>
>>Brian,
>>
>>Go buy one now. A big fat 20 gig'er!!
>>
>>Seriously though, the rumour of updated iPods has been floating around for
>>quite some time - I wouldn't hold my breath for some time yet.
>>Maybe another
>>HD revision is around the corner, those small drives are getting
>>bigger and
>>bigger. (That said, some video/phone/music/media/miniOSX based iPod could
>>come out tomorrow! haha)
>>
>>Just like computers.. If you keep waiting for another revision -
>>you'll wait
>>for ever. If the iPod that is out now does what you want for what you are
>>willing to pay - you shouldn't be down when a new model pops up.
>>
>>MY NUMBER ONE RULE for buying Apple products (or most things for that
>>matter) is to NEVER buy First generation anything. Which is what a newly
>>functioned iPod would be - then you'd be waiting even longer!
>>
>>I gave my partner a 5gig and I have a 10gig - she just uses hers
>>for music,
>>but I take great advantage of the FireWire HD capabilities of the
>>iPod also.
>>
>>Goodluck with your decision and when you buy one, very strongly consider
>>where you buy it and what extended warranties are offered. Are you in the
>>US? I have heard that CompUSA has some TAP program that is very good.
>>Replaces your iPod for almost any reason/malfunction - read the fine print
>>as always
>>
>>Here in Canada I purchased both my iPods with extended warranties (a first
>>for me, I consider almost all extended warranties to be a waste) - cost me
>>maybe another $100 to cover both models for another couple years beyond
>>Apple's 1 year.
>>
>>So which (size) one are you getting?
>>
>>On 1/23/03 8:26 AM, "Brian Fish" <b.fish at durandac.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Hi folks,
>>> I've gotten to the point where I feel like I can no longer hold out from
>>> buying an iPod.  I was holding out for MWSF03 for the announcement of a
>>> video iPod, so the prices would come down on the rest of the line.  Last
>>> time I couldn't wait another minute for something was my new
>>600Mhz iBook,
>>> and of course, they bumped the speed to 700Mhz and dropped the
>>price to $999
>>> just 3 weeks later.  Go figure.  So, now that I'm feening for an iPod...
>>> does anyone think that an iPod update is just around the
>>corner?  Would it
>>> be smarter to wait or should I dive into the iPod pool with no
>>regrets?  Ah,
>>> the contemplation.  Thanks.
>>>
>>> -Brian
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>Bill Reburn
>>
>>
>>----------
>>Check out the Mac OS X email list FAQ
>>http://www.themacintoshguy.com/lists/X.html
>>
>>To unsubscribe, E-mail to: <X-Newbies-off at lists.themacintoshguy.com>
>>To switch to the DIGEST mode, E-mail to
>><X-Newbies-digest at lists.themacintoshguy.com>
>>Need help from a real person? Try.
>><X-Newbies-request at lists.themacintoshguy.com>
>>
>>----------
>>$14.99 Unlimited Nationwide Mac Dialup and Mac Web Hosting from
>>your Mac ISP
>>Serious Mac Internet Solutions From NineWire!
http://macinternetaccess.com

DVIator   | Run Dual ADC displays on your G4 or just one on an older Mac!
Dr. Bott  | <http://www.drbott.com/prod/DVIator.html>

   Support   | Support this list by clicking here before you buy!
  this List  |  http://www.themacintoshguy.com/support.html

OS X News, Dr.Mac, Forums, Tutorials, Tips, Hints, FAQ?s -
http://www.osxfaq.com