Ipod touch software

[Fish]

Thats odd. There was a new iTunes update that I downloaded and it had the new firmware for my iPhone. That was free. *shrugs*

[Toasty]

Thats odd. There was a new iTunes update that I downloaded and it had the new firmware for my iPhone. That was free. *shrugs*

the ipod touch doesnt get the free update. i think some of it has to do with the fact that your iphone is something you have a contract on, so you get updates, firmwares, etc. the touch is a buy-once item. the "firmware" update that costs $20 is essentially just the 4 add on productivity aps. it's kinda a lame way to do business, but it's how they're doing it, and people will pay it.


as for using an ipod vs other mp3's, it depends on what you expect out of the device. I had a creative mp3 player to start with (nomad jukebox, with upgraded 10 gb HD) it was nice enough, but it was big, and didnt integrate well with other systems. I got a 5.5 gen 30 gb for christmas last year, and i really like it. I wanted the ipod because of it's versatility and integratability. I have a HU in my grand prix that will control the ipod, so no messing with the controls on the ipod or what not when driving. i also have a dock integrated with my home stereo/tv that lets me navigate the ipod on the tv screen, via remote. even have a few movies stored on it, for traveliing (that's where the size comes in handy storage wise) i dont have but about 10 GB of music on it, but that's most everything i own, in cd or greater MP3 quality. In all, it really boils down to what your comfortable with. could i use one of the more generic mp3's ? yeah. but ALOT of mainstream america, that isnt technically minded will find the ipod easier to manage and get the most out of. Windows media player is fine for those of us that can handle a little work, but it's just not as streamlined as itunes.

the ironic part is that now both my wife and i have ipods.... i hate mac computers, really. --but if/when the iphone shows up on Verizon's network, i'll have a hard time not getting one, and will likely cave in to it