Lessons Learned: iPod nano Scratch Prevention and Removal by Wilson Ip
iPod nano is infamous for being prone to scratches. The surface is so easily scratched that people had been scratching it within the hour of opening the box. This may be because Apple used a different formula of polycarbonate than previous iPod models. ... OtterBox makes such a case for nano; a scratch/dust/shock/water proof, thick plastic case. ... Unlike the very early days of nano, there are now an abundance of cases and skins you can protect your precious with; get one when you buy a nano. ... There are a few notable iPod scratch removers, such as iDrops, iCleaner, Radtech Ice Creme...

The Powerful and Ultra Compact Ipod Nano by Mia LeCron
You may have heard about something called the iPod Nano; or you may have just bought one (or received one as a gift…how nice!). Because at the time of this writing the iPod Nano is so new, we want to take a closer look at it here. Chances are, most readers will want to know more about this... Similar to the mini, the nano also has a color screen, and the beloved grey wheel that must be depressed in order to work (which, as noted, is a feature that Apple added based on feedback from early iPod consumers).

New iPod Accessories by Jason Hahn
With the ever-increasing popularity of the iPod and all its various forms, it follows that more and more accessories will become both important and appealing to iPod owners. Here are three new accessories that iPod owners may want to consider purchasing. ... The cases also feature ribbed sides for a more secure grip, and the texture of the overall case prevents the iPod from sliding unnecessarily. ... Podolock The Podolock is a hard acrylic case for the iPod mini that helps to secure it from theft or unauthorized use.

The New 5th Generation Apple IPods by Katherine Xie
To date, there has been a number of Apple iPod models. Well, with the release of the new iPod Video, there are now officially three iPod models for the 5th generation of iPods. The earlier 4th generation models, including the popular iPod Mini, iPod Photo, U2 and 20GB iPod are now officially... iPod Nano The iPod Nano is now the mainstream iPod model with the exit of 4G iPod models. ... The iPod Nano breaks ground by having the headphone jack at the bottom. ... Color is standard Unlike 4G model, where the iPod Photo model was the only model with color, the new iPod Nano and iPod Video...

iPod Video - How Is It Different? by Mike Singh
Known as the fifth generation iPod, the Apple iPod video was introduced in the late 2005. Taking portable video entertainment to a different level than it ever has been, it features a color screen and video playback capabilities. A stunning and slimmer design than the iPod photo, this latest... The click wheel has been the navigation wheel of the fourth and fifth generation iPod, along with the iPod mini and nano. ... The iPod video uses a hard drive, unlike the flash memory of the iPod nano and shuffle, which makes it slightly more sensitive to damage than the flash players.

Picking the Best iPod Skins by Chris Ryerson
iPods have had an amazing rise to stardom that started back when they were first introduced in 2001. In a very short time these have set the standard for digital audio players. This market has been so large that everyone and their brother now have an iPod. ... The only problem that has been noted by many hard case users is the case being made of plastic tend to be more slippery when wet then the silicone models. ... So you will want to be careful when holding the iPod in a hard plastic case so you don’t drop the unit.

The Ultimate Guide to Video iPod by Ian Richardson
Alright. So after all that hype about having a practical way of watching TV and movies while on the go, you have finally gone and bought yourself the new iPod. Now what? Well, let’s see. There are so many options squeezed into one slim, 2.5” LCD screen media center that it’s going to take a lot... The good thing about this new iPod is that its design is slightly different from that of the nano, which according to most users scratch easily. ... You don’t want any of those nasty scratches from appearing on your precious media box, do you?

How to Maximize the Features of the Apple iPod by Mia LeCron
Congratulations! You are the proud owner of n iPod; maybe more than one, if it’s just after holiday season and you were the beneficiary of such nice presents! Now, we’re noted earlier that Apple has done a very good job of making things as simple as possible. ... --> The Remote The iPods are small, delicate things; particularly the iPod nano. ... In June of 2004, MacWorld magazine conducted a survey of mounting options available for iPods, and discovered about a dozen products available, ranging in price from $15.00 to $50.00.

Five Reasons Why Your 3rd Generation iPod Battery is Worth Replacing by Anthony Magnabosco
As the owner of a popular third-party iPod battery replacement business, I have the privilege of being able to speak with many iPod owners on a daily basis. It always amazes me how many customers with a 3rd Generation iPod proclaim that it is simply the best iPod that Apple ever made. ... Furthermore, the screen on this model is much more scratch-resistant than you might find on an early version of the iPod nano, for example. ... Next, although the third gen iPod suffers from the same iPod battery issues as all of the other models before and after it (the lithium-ion battery will...

iPod Models by Daniel Dwase
1st Generation iPod The 1st generation iPod is the first iPod model by Apple announced on October 23, 2001, the cost of the original iPod was $399 with a 5 GB hard drive. Critics panned the unit's price, but it proved an instant hit in the marketplace, quickly overtaking earlier hard drive... In addition, the earphone plug is smaller and comes with a thin slip case, most likely in response to many complaints concerning the iPod Nano's easily-scratched surface. ... In December 2002 Apple released 4 limited-edition, laser-engraved, autographed iPods from Beck, Tony Hawk, Madonna, and No...