flamestrike Posted December 25, 2005 Share Posted December 25, 2005 Well, Xmas has come around again and all of the new ipod owners are sitting at there computers right now converting cds and such to go on to there new ipods. I got mine loaded the songs and played around with it, after some greif and using the restart(center + menu hold down) about 7 times. my ipod is looking pretty good right now, but as for the ipod vets, can you explain these podcasts and such to some noobs like me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hulk12 Posted December 25, 2005 Share Posted December 25, 2005 Podcasts are just little "news" articles of sorts that anyone can put out or get. For example Engadgnet has there own series. Even Bill O'Reiley has his own. Or you could get Blink 182's podcast. Wat eva you fancy you can get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketman089 Posted December 25, 2005 Share Posted December 25, 2005 Podcasts are pretty muched recorded radio show episodes that you can download, I don't like them, but there's podcsts for everything. I still have my old 20 gig black and white, and so far it's suiting me just fine. Gamertag: King Arizona Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
assassin_696 Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 In my opinion the only podcast worth getting is Ricky Gervais', that thing is hilarious :lol: "Da mihi castitatem et continentam, sed noli modo" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weezcake Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 My cousin and uncles (2) got iPods for Christmas. My cousin was loading songs onto it all day today.       The iPod-wanting is at an all-time high, but I still don't understand why. It still confuses me why people give iPods for Christmas, especially when Zen Micro costs less and holds more music :? (6gb for $180)       I guess their marketing is better. ==================================Retired tip.it moderator.Teaching and inspiring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubsa Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 The Zen Vision:M looks a better bet than the Video iPod too. Seems as though it can handle different video codecs like wmv etc, instead of just h.264 and mpeg-4 like the iPod. Â This is how much you all raised for charity. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kikoskia Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 iPods have always been a fad thing in my eyes. People tend to get them more because 'it's an iPod' then because it's the best on the market. There are players that are both cheaper and better then the iPod in terms of what they can do but time and time again people always choose having the fashion statement iPod over something practical, like the Zen Vision or Zen Micro.       I myself have never had a need for an MP3 player. My computer stores all my music and that is good enough for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vladmoney Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 The Zen Vision:M looks a better bet than the Video iPod too. Seems as though it can handle different video codecs like wmv etc, instead of just h.264 and mpeg-4 like the iPod.   Zen Vision is just a copy of the Ipod. Though i give it props cause it puts in tools some people have been wanting on ipods (fm radio, voice recording). But its still bigger and more expensive then the ipod.       Ipod is a big hype because of its great looks and easy to use clickwheel/menu system. That and plus everyone has one and its easy to buy everywhere. Visit my DeviantArt Page at http://vladmoney.deviantart.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhFour Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 My Nano + Orange and Black iSkin is working nicely for me... Only got 88 sogns right now tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trapical Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 I think iPods are pretty decent, but I hate the people that blindly buy them without even glancing at the competition. Personally I'm happy with my 5Gig Zen Micro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faux Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005  The Zen Vision:M looks a better bet than the Video iPod too. Seems as though it can handle different video codecs like wmv etc, instead of just h.264 and mpeg-4 like the iPod.   Zen Vision is just a copy of the Ipod. Though i give it props cause it puts in tools some people have been wanting on ipods (fm radio, voice recording). But its still bigger and more expensive then the ipod.       Ipod is a big hype because of its great looks and easy to use clickwheel/menu system. That and plus everyone has one and its easy to buy everywhere.       I read somewhere that the clickwheel thing was patented by Creative. No idea why they aren't suing Apple :? :: Guess the Movie Contest Champion: pfilc23 :: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escape5 Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 I didnt get one :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwarzenegger Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 The Zen Vision:M looks a better bet than the Video iPod too. Seems as though it can handle different video codecs like wmv etc, instead of just h.264 and mpeg-4 like the iPod.       I got a video iPod yesterday, and so far I'm unfortunately pretty dissapointed. Sure it might hold 60 gigs, it might be the most expensive one best buy had in stock, but I couldnt' put any of my videos on it. And to convert them to a format that is supported you have to buy Quicktime.       I wish there was also a way to organize how you want your music on it instead of the default that comes with it. Maybe there's a way to do it that I haven't figured out yet though..       If anyone knows a way to convert the videos without having to buy quicktime pm me Runescaper (off and on) since late 2001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bpob Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005        I read somewhere that the clickwheel thing was patented by Creative. No idea why they aren't suing Apple :?       Actually they are, but its more over the menu system that creative pioneered.       And I agree with trapical, i also have a 5gig Zen Micro and I am very happy with it and should i replace it, it would be with another creative player rather than an ipod because of their FM radios. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GhostRanger Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 I read somewhere that the clickwheel thing was patented by Creative. No idea why they aren't suing Apple :?       Does Creative even have an MP3 player with a clickwheel?       And I don't think you can patton things like that...that would be like trying to paten a touch sensative mousepad for a laptop. "Everyone who has trackpads must pay me royalties!" :roll: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 If anyone knows a way to convert the videos without having to buy quicktime pm me       I'll just post it here since you probably aren't the only one wondering...       [link] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vladmoney Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005   The Zen Vision:M looks a better bet than the Video iPod too. Seems as though it can handle different video codecs like wmv etc, instead of just h.264 and mpeg-4 like the iPod.   Zen Vision is just a copy of the Ipod. Though i give it props cause it puts in tools some people have been wanting on ipods (fm radio, voice recording). But its still bigger and more expensive then the ipod.       Ipod is a big hype because of its great looks and easy to use clickwheel/menu system. That and plus everyone has one and its easy to buy everywhere.       I read somewhere that the clickwheel thing was patented by Creative. No idea why they aren't suing Apple :?   I think your confusing it with ID3 tagging, which was pattened by Creative. This is when a player uses the ID3 tags to orginize the songs by artist/album etc. Creative has the right sue pretty much every player that does this (a lot of them do). Visit my DeviantArt Page at http://vladmoney.deviantart.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faux Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005    I think your confusing it with ID3 tagging, which was pattened by Creative. This is when a player uses the ID3 tags to orginize the songs by artist/album etc. Creative has the right sue pretty much every player that does this (a lot of them do).       Yeah, my bad. The article I read before was misleading. I read up on it right now and you're right, and the other guy is right too, they are suing Apple lol. :: Guess the Movie Contest Champion: pfilc23 :: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyro Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 Speaking of Ipods, they should make whoever is in charge of the Ipod marketing section president of this universe. I'm not kidding, the guy is obviously a genius. Suddenly an entire type of product is compared with one particular brand, and it doesn't end there. A while ago, they started providing free engraving (That's the word, right?). So basically, they'll put text on your Ipod for you, for free. Now, the general customer will feel that this is awesome as he gets an extra service, and it generates goodwill. Does it end there? No, because suddenly the amount of used "flawless" Ipods for sale on various auction sites decreases majorly, since the people who would sell them put engravings on them. Hence, even more sales for Apple.       I mean, people are sheep and all that, but I do find the above to be quite impressive. And that's my anecdote of the day :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwisatz Posted December 26, 2005 Share Posted December 26, 2005 I think iPods are pretty decent, but I hate the people that blindly buy them without even glancing at the competition. Personally I'm happy with my 5Gig Zen Micro.       Me too. Creatives are better for the money, and even for the same price, they still have more features and have lower service-needed rates than Apple. handed me TWO tissues to clear up. I was like "i'm going to need a few more paper towels than that luv" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhFour Posted December 27, 2005 Share Posted December 27, 2005 Reasons my I bought an Ipod:       ÃÆââââ¬Å¡Ã¬ÃââSaw the commercial ; yet to see a Zen Micro commercial   ÃÆââââ¬Å¡Ã¬ÃââFriend has one, and I liked the feel ; yet again, no Zen Micro to be found   ÃÆââââ¬Å¡Ã¬ÃââI like the size of the nano ; Havent seen what a Zen Micro looks like   ÃÆââââ¬Å¡Ã¬ÃââCan get skins/Iskins ; Does Zen Micro have skins?   ÃÆââââ¬Å¡Ã¬Ãââ2 GB is enough for me ; I'm not going to buy like 6gb when I listen to around 100 songs, and have room for about 330..   ÃÆââââ¬Å¡Ã¬ÃââMy iskin is beautiful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjlhdevil Posted December 27, 2005 Share Posted December 27, 2005  I think iPods are pretty decent, but I hate the people that blindly buy them without even glancing at the competition. Personally I'm happy with my 5Gig Zen Micro.       Me too. Creatives are better for the money, and even for the same price, they still have more features and have lower service-needed rates than Apple.Yes but this is an ipod thread, this is about nice parents that bought them an ipod because that is what these nice people wanted. So take your creative zen shove it up your * and go away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VOV Posted December 27, 2005 Share Posted December 27, 2005 The new Ipods are great, ten times the storage capacity of the biggest Zen Micro for only twice the price. I know the price. I pay it gladly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodkilla87 Posted December 27, 2005 Share Posted December 27, 2005 My friends dad works on planes, like a mechanic. And people leave ipods and everything behind, so if he finds something he gives it to the airline and if anybody says there missing it they give it back. But if noones claims it in 30 days the person who found it gets to keep it. So anyways, i can get a zen micro for free :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AniseCookies Posted December 27, 2005 Share Posted December 27, 2005 I got a Nano and $60 worth of iTunes :P Right now I have about 200 songs on it. Video looks nice tho for that it can fit in dvds :? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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