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Apple iPod 20 GB Photo U2 Special Edition Black MA127LL/A (4th Generation) OLD MODEL

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Passionate iPod users know at least one thing about the iPod line-up, and that is they are always changing. The new full-size iPods have moved to an all-color line-up, and that is a good thing. The new 20 GB iPod with U2 branding includes a color display and is 0.06 inches thicker than its 20 GB monochrome-display predecessor. However, after a little use, the small increase in size does not seem significant. Plus, the bonuses are rich.

Apple first introduced the U2 iPod in the fall of 2004. At that time it was a 20GB monochrome-display version, and this has become the first update to the U2 iPod.

This 20 GB U2 iPod with color display has a battery that lasts three hours longer than the previous 20 GB with monochrome display. That brings the total to approximately 15-hours, which is great as it allows you to use your iPod longer in every day circumstances before charging, while also giving you the power needed to fly almost anywhere in the world, on a single charge. Compare this to some of the earlier iPods that had only eight hours of battery life.

What does the color screen add, for you might ask, "I'm listening to music, why a color screen?" Well, album art is one benefit. The iPod displays the album art, when playing songs, which helps create the feeling for the album. Furthermore, iTunes works with iPhoto on Mac and Adobe products on PC, in order to transfer your photo libraries to your iPod. You can then view your cherished photo libraries on the go, which might come in handy when you're telling the story of that huge fish no one seems to believe. However, the best part of iPod with color is that you can buy the optional photo adapter, plug it into the dock connector on your iPod, and transfer songs direct from your digital camera via USB. This allows you to move potentially gigabytes of photographs to your iPod, while on vacation, freeing up the memory card in your camera. This is truly a time and money saver! You can return from vacation with thousands of images that would have never fit on your camera's memory card alone. Finally, you can view slideshows of photographs, and even display them on television, with optional A/V cables sold separately.

Why has the storage not increased, when switching from monochrome display to color? Apple is obviously choosing to give you the features of a color display plus lower the price of the U2 iPod by $20, rather than increase the size of storage on the base iPod at this time, and it is a good decision! 20 gigabytes is an ample-size iPod, for almost everyone. Of course, if you need more than 20 gigabytes, you will need to choose a non-U2 branded model.

Mac or PC? This iPod works beautifully with either a Mac or PC. However, on a Mac, you'll immediately enjoy the synchronization of iTunes, your contacts, iCal calendars, Backup software, and of course iPhoto. On PC, you will have iTunes, but you'll need a third-party application from Adobe to sync photos the right way, while, you can find some shareware on the Internet that will allow you to sync other information, addresses, etc. that you might be interested in trying out.

Finally, Podcasting! The newest version of iTunes is 4.9, and it features Podcasting support. Podcasts are internet radio broadcasts, and there are thousands covering nearly every subject imaginable, and more are coming out every day. Podcasts are quickly becoming popular content on iPods around the world. Check them out, and this iPod supports Podcasts out of the box.

Appearance - The iPod is beautiful, but the back's chrome finish is prone to scratches, and the screen can become scratched as well. It is a very good idea to protect the back of the iPod and the screen in some way. The back of the U2 ipod includes the engraved autographs of U2 members, so you'll especially want to keep it, from getting scratched. There are many cases and protectors out there, and you will surely find something you like. It is possible the U2 iPod will always hold a slightly higher resale value than the traditional iPod, but the large quantities of U2 iPods made means it will not likely be the hard to find item that previous Apple/Artists partnerships were. The U2 iPod also includes a $50 coupon off a $200 U2 music set sold on iTunes, which will interest U2 fans. However, the U2 iPod is not for only passionate U2 fans. Some choose the U2 ipod, in order to simply have something "a little different," than others.

Overall, this is another excellent product from Apple Computer. The design is elegant, simple, and intuitive. It will provide hours of entertainment and convenience. Enjoy your iPod experience.

This is the coolest invention ever. I used to think IPODs were all hype with little substance. But I can't believe I ever lived without it. Adding accessories like the stereo connection, desktop speaker set and the ITravel have made this little gadget usable anywhere I go. I can't wait to go out of the country and still get all my favorite tunes without even trying.

The black ads a great touch and the red click wheel is wonderful. Most people say that they don't want the U2 iPod because of the extra money but it is worth every pennie! But Scratches do show up pretty good but windex does the the job.

My U2 iPod is everything I expected!! Its beautiful black and red front and signatured back makes it unique and unlike everyone else's iPod. The color display is a nice touch and worth the extra money. With it came a poster that has 12 band pics and message from Bono on the back. Also I am planning on using the coupon for $50 off the Complete U2 digital set from iTunes very soon. All in all, I am very happy with this product!!

Everything is awesome! The special edition rocks! You just have to be careful cause' it scratches very easily

Some people choose iPod U2 just because its color. "Black is cool!" and "I want my iPod to be different than the majority." are the most common reason for them. Well, if you are planning to buy an iPod and consider iPod U2 just because of its color, you may consider buying iPod nano black that will be released soon.

iPod nano black is smaller & slimmer than iPod U2 and it is black. It comes with bright color LCD screen, white colored click-wheel, and have all the features on the current iPod. Yet, its capacity is capped to 2 or 4 GB only. But this would not be a big matter for those who are not storing all the music on his iPod. You can always plug your iPod to your computer and update its content; removing the songs you have heard several times from your iPod and fill it up with the new songs. You can refer to apple's website to find out more about iPod nano.

However, for those U2 fans and those who want to own a big-capacity black-colored MP3 player, this iPod U2 is still the best choice.

do not buy this ipod it is a total waste of your money or a loved ones so save your money an buy an ipod video which you could watch a U2 video on

i just bought this one on oct 16 2005 but i am little late in writin this review..its a cool i pod man .. 20 gb is just fine in terms of capacity... if u lookin for sth which is diff form what majority of ppl have then this is the one...

My first ipod-great! The only thing U2 special about this edition however is the etched signatures on the back. There is no U2 music loaded on the ipod. They give you a $50 G.C. toward the U2 box set on itunes. I also have not received my promised $15 itunes G.C. It was supposed to come with all ipod 20gb.

I AM JUST LEARNING ABOUT ALL THE GREAT FEATURES ON THIS UNIT.IT MIGHT PAY TO GET THE EXTENDED SERVICE CONTRACT IF DROPPED OR YOU HAVE BATTERY PROBLEMS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED NO U2 MUSIC WAS LOADED ON MY UNIT