[X Newbies] In need of an iPod fix

[Bill Reburn]

Ok,

So I went around to the rumour sites.. Looks like there is a lot of buzz for
something to happen before the end of the month.

Many are reporting zero availability of iPods at the moment (at all the BIG
stores) with zero eta for more.

Check this link
<http://forums.appleinsider.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=1&t=0
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On 1/23/03 10:54 AM, "Brian Fish" <ifish at macosx.com> wrote:

> 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
> 

>>> 
>>> 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
>>> 




Bill Reburn