Thinking of buying an iPod? Do you already own and iPod? Some of the biggest questions people face are concerning what to do after your iPod purchase. Hundreds upon hundreds of accessories exist for Apple's lovely device, so what is the best thing to do post-purchase?
Interestingly enough, market analysts estimate iPod owners spend up to 30% of the original price of the iPod on additional products for their iPod. Depending on which iPod you purchased (excluding the iPod shuffle) that can be a total of $60-$90 on accessories!
The problem is, due to the plethora of accessories for iPods on the market today, many face a difficult task of purchasing the proper accessories for their daily habits and needs. Many people, unfortunately, go for the more expensive accessories, and do not realize what accessories they should be purchasing first.
Get the Basics Covered First
The basic accessories are those that will keep your iPod running and looking nice. Think first of the problems you might experience with your iPod. One of the biggest problems you should think of are the scratches that can occur on the mirrored back, click wheel, or on the iPod's screen. The other large headache for most iPod users is regarding their headphones. Who doesn't have to deal with tangled headphones?
Bullet-Proof Shields are perfect for protecting your iPod from scratches. They protect both the front (including the click wheel) and back, and are designed primarily for the Video iPod and the first and second generation iPod nano. Bullet-Proof Shields are easily applied without soap and water, and completely disappear after application.
By keeping your iPod protected from scratches on Day 1, you'll be guaranteed to keep the resell value of your iPod. Why do you care? A popular tactic today is to trade-in your old iPod for a newer, refreshed model. Those scratches, however, could make a big difference in the trade-in amount of your older iPod.
Messy earphones are an entirely different matter. This problem stems from cords. That's why the world is moving to wireless. Even Microsoft, with their Zune, is promoting the wireless capabilities of their digital music player. Wireless is the future. Unfortunately, millions of iPods have been sold, and they all have the earphones with wires. Those wires get wrapped among themselves so often, that the average person wastes hours upon hours per year.
The solution? The Core is the newest cord manager available for iPods. It features a patented design that allows you to easily wrap and contain your headphone wires. They are available in one or three packs. The three pack is nice, since you have extra cores for cell phone headsets and other electronics.
A Case is a Case
An iPod case is by far the most important purchase you can ever make for your iPod. A high-quality case is by far the best for your iPod, as a great amount of time and research has gone into the development of the product. Consider the available options.
Cheap silicon cases exist throughout the market, but they offer little protection and are usually difficult to remove. They also make compatibility with other accessories somewhat difficult, since you need to usually remove the silicon case to make them work. They are also difficult to maintain. They collect dust and lint, and can't be cleaned easily.
Leather cases are also popular for iPods. Apple even produces a leather case. They obviously sell their at a premium, but there are good options on the market today. Look closely at the workmanship and the stitching. Most you will find are cheaply made, and often begin to fall apart after several months.
A great option is the iSnug. It is a five piece set that includes Bullet-Proof Shields, a leather case, micro-fiber cloth, lanyard, and the iSnug travel case. It features 3 layers of protection, and is a great option for protecting your iPod nano or Video iPod.
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