-
"Consider The Battery!" on by Umbrella_SWAT
Pros: Click wheel, stylish, games, good sound quality, small
Cons: THE BAD: Batteries will last only 1 year, 2nd gen will not come with AC adapter, 4 GB, doesnt play WMA, dead without iTunes
Summary: The iPod is a good product, but there are some things you need to consider before buying. You should know that Apple scams you with their 1 year battery. Shortly after that, it dies and it cost $100 to fix it, and the new battery isnt that great eihter. The 2nd Gen got worse in a way because it didn't include a AC Adapter, so you can't charge it when it dies. The only way to charge it is through a USB cable on a computer, but when you're going to Las Vegas or something and you go to your hotel, where are you going to find a computer? Also, the 6 GB was just a lame tactic to try to become better than all the other mp3 playres out there. Add another Gig, for $50 more? nahhh screw it, just buy the 4th Gen 20 GB model. Another main concern about this is that it doesn't play WMA, which really sux, since most of my music are WMA and most music service providers are now using WMA. Also, one final thing to consider, the iPod is dead if it doesn't have iTunes.
-
"Would be amazing if it wasnt so high-maintentance" on by oldmoldycheez
Pros: Great capacity (4 gigs). very nice looking.
Cons: breaks a lot. accessories are expensive.
Summary: I've had my iPod Mini for 10 months, and it has broken twice. Also, if i want accessories, I have to buy them from Apple (Which means I have to spent a lot of money.) Aside from that, it is a great MP3 player.
-
"Apple has done it again" on by c3win90
Pros: Longer battery life, lower price, compact size, easy to use click wheel
Cons: No FM radio.
Summary: Apple has done it yet again with this new Ipod Mini 2nd Generation. The difference between the new Mini compared to the older version is minimal, but the price different is huge. The older version was going for $250 where as this new one is now going for $199 (4GB). Apple is also offering 6GB with a capacity of 1,500 songs. The new Mini also has a longer battery, 18 hours compared to the 8 the old one had. This makes a significant difference, and really urged me to purchase it. The click wheel is still very easy to use, like the older one. The colors on the directional pad have changed to the color matching your Mini. Other than that there is no other change to the old one. So you are getting a much better deal for your money with the 2nd Generation Ipod. I should also mention that there is no FM radio, but there never has been on any Ipod model. Other than that this Ipod is better than most of the mp3 hard drive players out there.
-
"New iPod mini = new bestfriend" on by Hunt4fun1
Pros: more defined colors, longer battery life, lower price
Cons: nothing that I could be picky enough to mention
Summary: I just bought the new generation iPod mini (6 GB). It's everything I ever wanted!!! Unlike the old mini pods, the new ones have color coordinated buttons to match whatever color your player is, the battery is also 10 HOURS LONGER (to make 18 hours total) which outlasts ANY of the iPods. They also dropped the price from $250 to $179. The new generations are available in 4GB or 6GB (which holds approx. 1,500 songs). Apple has done it again.
-
"nicely made, but doesn't quite fit the bill" on by hockeyplaya22
Pros: cool design, calendar/to do list, easy to navigate
Cons: non-removable battery, no radio or microphone
Summary: This device has clearly led the industry for some time now. Apple made the quality product while other companies just sold a piece of trash. But with the introduction of new micro-jukebox players, apple no longer has the luxury of not paying very much attention to the progression of the mini. There are new competitors that will (in my opinion they already have) take the #1 spot from apple.
The mini is a good mp3 player, but it needs a little bit of updating. Here is what I think should be added:
1.FM Radio(sometimes we get tired of our own music)
2.Microphone/Voice recorder(for lectures and meetings
3.BETTER CUSTOMER SERVICE!!
4.WMA compatibility (big must for dedicated PC users)
5.Replaceable battery (it costs $99 to get it replaced and it dies out quickly, too
I think if apple added these, it would be a better product.
Write a Review
Online Stores
| Store | Promotions | In Stock | Price | Total Cost | Initial Sort Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costcentral.com | No | Yes | Tax: TBD Ship: TBD | $500.80 Shop Now | |
| See all prices | |||||
%20-%20MP3%20players%20-%20CNET%20Reviews&srcUrl=http://reviews.cnet.com/mp3-players/apple-ipod-mini-4gb/4852-6490_7-31297845.html&x_breadcrumb=8900:6450:6490&x_arw_bkts=MAD:high_wireless_switcher){kind=small}