Which iPod is right for you

Monday, January 21, 2008

Ever glanced at an iPod and wondered, if it will suit your requirements and/or your budget, or which model iPod will provide you with most bang for the buck? Our mini guide can help you make the right decision.


Apple introduced the iPod in November of 2001, with only a single product in the lineup, simply called 'iPod'. Fast Forward to 2008, and there are now FOUR iPod options available. I must say, that Apple has balanced the line in the features/price area very well. The dirt cheap iPod shuffle, Nano with video capabilities, Classic with decent storage space, and the Touch which a clone of the iPhone minus the camera and call features.


1. The iPod Shuffle, with 1Gb of storage, is the lightest, most compact of the iPod lineup, and a great option for those who like music while jogging or working out. It is the most economical, with it's only real downside is the absence of a screen. But then, if it had a screen, the cost would have increased considerably.

2. The iPod Nano has a 2" screen which can be used to view videos at decent quality and for music too! It has a storage of around 4-8GB and weighs around 50gms, and is competitively priced for the features it offers.

3. Next in line is the iPod Classic, which offers huge storage capacity of around 80-160Gb, and has a 2.5" screen which is a bit more than the Nano. This one is almost like the iPod Nano, just that the storage space is insane.

4. The best iPod offering that Apple has (and also the most expensive) is the iPod Touch. Equipped with a 3.5" screen, and great looks, this product has a plethora of features like the touch-screen interface, QWERTY keyboard, WiFi , internet browser etc. But be cautious, it will burn a neat hole in your pocket!


So you have it, a summarized guide for taking the right decision about the music sensation that you would like to possess, based on features, cost.