Customer Reviews

iPodpedia: The Ultimate iPod and iTunes Resource

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I just got a Video Ipod, and even though I was already familiar with iTunes and Ipods, there was so much I stil didn't know. Since the Ipods only come with a PDF file for help, I really wanted an all inclusive print book to reference quickly with questions. This book is really great. And I'm not sure if the other reviewer missed it, but there is indeed a whole section on the various software you can get to convert your own DVDs to Ipod format. That's the first reason I even searched for a book like this. What's great too is that they give you tips and tricks that Apple will never have. For example, how to find the files for the music you buy from iTunes since Apple automatically makes them come in as hidden when they download to avoid illegal duplication. This is all the regular stuff that a help manual would have, and also a lot of tips and tricks too. It's so new, there's a section on the iphone too. I highly recommend it for anyone trying to get more out of their Ipod than the basic playback.

From my hands-on-perusal at the book seller's, I would say that ALL the iPod books are worth buying, but I chose Miller's IPODPEDIA over the others for the following reasons: 1) It is never out of date: Scanning the opening pages in the bookstore, I learned that Miller has a website for his book which he updates in sync with new iPod models and developments, so I put my purchase on hold for that moment with the intention of visiting Miller's website and then making a decision to purchase from the on-shelf possibilities when I next visited the store. I went to ipodpediatheblog.blogspot.com per Miller's instructions. One finds there an ongoing dated history of his evaluations/commentary/tips, not to mention the links to other sites on which he is a significant iPod presence. 2) He shows that the iPod's simplicity is real for the let's-get-going-user, but he also shows that there is a depth to the menus which might not be realized by this user. He supplies a useful chart of the of the menus, model by model. 3) Unlike the other iPod authors, he shows that commercial DVD's can be converted to iPod format, and then he directs the user to the resources. No other authors that I saw on the shelf deal with this possibility.
4) Like the other iPod authors he describes accessories of all kinds, but he gives an opinion about the quality or usability of many of these accessories as well--most useful stuff. 5) Miller lets us know in the opening pages that his book is "Safari Enabled" for those in need of an electronic reference resource. 6) Miller accesses the iPod from a ubiquitous Windows world, though he makes all the necessary concessions to Mac users. Mac or Windows OS? It makes no difference in the usability of this book. Nutshell opinion: The iPodpedia is a most helpful book for beginner AND beyond.

This was the perfect gift for my dad who is not the most computer savvy. It has helped him figure out how to work his IPod so he can listen to his favorite music. It's great b/c it gives step by step w/photos.

This book is a good book for folks with thier first iPod opened before them on up to intermediate users who already know all the basic functions. All folks in these groups will learn useful stuff about many aspects of the iPod and iTunes.

It contains some basic "hacks" and such but states most don't work with the latest iPods (as of the published date). The hacks are pretty basic things like modifying the on-screen interface and such so not really what an advanced user would be looking for.

This book is the missing link between having an Ipod and using your Ipod to its maximum potential. The only thing missing from this book is a reference to the software that will allow you to sync palm desktop to your Ipod (palm2ipod) and the software that will convert your DVD's over to your Ipod (CloneDVD mobile).

iPodpedia was a Christmas gift I bought for my brother who purchased his iPod in 2006. I bought myself an iPod 80GB Classic and my six-year-old son a iPod Shuffle for Christmas this year and was confident that my brother would share his iPod knowledge with me. Needless to say, the iPodpedia has become the CHRISTMAS GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING.

My brother has been reading it like a book and shares all the great tips and tidbits he has found in the well-written book by Michael Miller. I'll receive phone calls from brother so excited, "Hey, did you know that your iPod can do this?"

I'm not certain, but I may have to buy another copy just for myself. What if I can't reach my brother one day and I have a question?

I purchased this book for my Dad because he is always asking me questions about his Ipod. I learned more by reading three pages from the chapter labeled secrets then all of the lookups I have done on my own. I was so impressed with the book that I purchased one for myself. If you own an Ipod or know someone that does, you must purchase this book.

I finally got a chance to use this book. I hadn't had time to really sit and play with it. My friend called and needed me to come over and help set up Ipods for all three children. I grabbed the book thinking it may help. And yes it did. I would have been lost without it. It made things so simple and if I had a question it had the answer. I was so excited I came home and used the book to organize my ipods better. A must have for any ipod owner.

I highly enjoyed this book.

In fact, it did provide info on converting DVDs to iPod, unlike the review which said it did not.

This really allows you to maximize your iPod, encourages you to do things that you wouldn't normally do unless you worked for iLounge or something. It's great to flip through and learn new things, and it's also a great resource to have on hand to troubleshoot. This truly is the missing manual.

It seems to be a fair book. I didn't like the fact that it was in black and white only. I also thought it was a little outdated.