Manufacturer: Apple Computer Model#: M8946LL Weight: 5..6lbs Height: 4..1"     Width: 2..4" Length: " Average Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars	Retail Price: Unavailable Online Sale Price:
Features: Discontinued by manufacturer, replaced by model #M9244LL/A Mac and Windows compatible; FireWire and USB 2.0 interface for fastest digital transfer available Equipped with a range of built-in utilities and games More than 8 hour battery life on a 3 hour charge (1-hour fast charge to 80% capacity) Features redesigned and backlit navigation; includes earbud headphones, AC adapter, FireWire cable, 4-pin-to-6-pin FireWire adapter

User Submitted Apple iPod 15 GB White M8946LL/A (3rd Generation) OLD MODEL Reviews (cont...)

The only downpart I can see so far to the ipod is the MusicMatch software. It is far from 'simply' to most everyday computer users. I have a BS in comp. sci. and I found it difficult to use... mostly since the software did not recognize my ipod until I restarted 2 or 3 times. With such an imaganitive piece of machinery you would think they could find some software to be as cleaver. Unfortunately this is not the case, although overall this is a great device and would recommend working around the mediocre software to get the great technology... spring for the car kit. As always enjoy...

Date: 2003-08-09
A Solid Device
Solid is the word I would use to discribe the 15 GB iPod. It works as advertised. Further, I have had absolutely no problems using it with my Vaio, which was both a surprise and a relief given all the horror stories I've read about PC users experiencing serious compatablity issues.

The only criticsm I have of Apple (or should I say Musicmatch) is that the media player that is included for PC users could have been a little better. Its incredibly slow and its "track tagging" feature doesn't always work the way it should (I've tried Ephpod and it works much better/faster than Musicmatch, but I didn't feel like purchasing a full version of MacOpener in order to use it on a permanent basis). Perhaps with Apple's release of iTunes for Windows (which is supposed to happen by years end), my issues with Musicmatch's media player will be cured.

The only thing I would suggest to any and all prospective purchasers of the iPod who are also PC users is to check and make sure that your iPod functions properly soon after you purchase it. CHECK EVERYTHING, ESPECIALLY THE BATTERY. The battery of the first iPod I bought of this model didn't work. It wouldn't recharge using the adapter it came with - a common problem. Luckily, I was smart enough to purchase the service plan that was offered by the store I bought my iPod from. I brought that iPod back the day after I bought it and the store had to replace it with a new one per the terms of the service plan.

Not much of a review, I know. But like I said, it works as advertised. If you need to know all the things it can do, just read Amazon's review or go to Apple's web page and read all about it.

Date: 2003-08-05
Amazing product
Truly a beautiful product, and works flawlessly. I have a Fujitsu PC, and it had all the special USB hardware I needed. When installing do be alert, but even after 2 glasses of wine I could install everything, and then easily synch all cd's. I'm so glad Apple survives to deliver such perfectly crafted electronic tools. A lesson in form and function. It hurt to spend the money but you'll never have buyers remourse with this one.

Date: 2003-08-04
Excellent device
Very easy to navigate the interface, and for such a small device it feels very sturdy. ...That said, I can finally imagine a day when I won't own a single CD...