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    Apple Powerbook Notebook 15.2" M8859LL/A (1.0-GHz PowerPC G4, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD-RW/CD-RW Drive)
    Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
    Personal Computers
    list price: $2,594.99
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    Editorial Review

    Early Adopters Pick: November 2002. Aimed at the portable video editing market, Apple’s first SuperDrive-equipped laptop (DVD-R/CD-RW) comes loaded with iDVD software to burn DVDs, iTunes to burn your own music CDs, and a 15.2-inch-wide screen.

    In keeping with Apple's goal of providing a convenient technological hub to accommodate the modern Mac user's digital lifestyle, the newest PowerBook G4 with SuperDrive (DVD-R/CD-RW) comes loaded with iDVD software and can be used to burn DVDs that can be played in most consumer DVD players. The SuperDrive also lets you use iTunes to burn your own music CDs and the Disc Burner feature in Mac OS X to burn data CDs. They've kept the sleek exterior as stunning as ever, but on the inside is a whole new architecture: faster PowerPC G4 processors, powerful new graphics capabilities, more RAM, and the world's most advanced operating system combine to deliver off-the-charts performance.

    Inside is a screamingly fast 1 GHz PowerPC G4 processor with Velocity Engine and 1 MB of on-chip level 2 cache running at the same speed as the processor. The cache adds high-speed, short-term memory that boosts system performance by providing quick access to data and instructions en route to the processor. In other words, it adds up to wicked-fast performance.

    The unit comes with 512 MB of RAM, expandable to 1 GB of RAM--twice the capacity of most full-featured portables on the market. This lets you run several RAM-hungry applications simultaneously or store an entire graphics project in main memory for fast image manipulations. Its 60 GB hard disk uses the high-speed Ultra ATA/66 interface, which enables video professionals to quickly transfer large video files in real time directly from a DV camcorder.

    This PowerBook has all the subtle refinements and esthetic touches that made it the most coveted full-featured notebook computer on the planet: 1-inch thickness, 5.4-pound weight, five-hour battery, AirPort, 15.2-inch megawide screen, and pure-grade titanium body. The system also features an ATI Mobility Radeon graphics accelerator and 32 MB of Double Data Rate (DDR) video memory. ... Read more

    Reviews (16)

    5-0 out of 5 stars Clean, elegant, graceful and powerful.
    The Titanium G4 PowerBooks are in their final state of evolution.Rumor has it that the new version will be radically different in design.As such, I would take advantage of this final incarnation of the Ti Book because it has gone through all of the refinements and fine tuning that has put it at the top of the game.Sure, the newer model will have more bells and whistles -- but keep in mind that it will also have a lot of things needed to be tweaked and adjusted.The Ti Book has had several generations of refinement and is now perfect, solid and reliable.Remember, a computer is only as good as the work you do on it and this Ti Book has a long pedegree to back it up and years of refinement that have brought it to its optimal (and final) version!Buy it before it is gone.It's quite simply the ultimate computing machine!

    4-0 out of 5 stars Apple did it again
    I currently own an iMac G3 (500-MHz) and I've been checking out what Apple had to offer for the portable line. I'm a Mac user so there was no debate as to what type of computer to buy, but the real question was: iBook or PowerBook?

    I got to play with this 15" beauty just yesterday. My brother is using one from his job. Well, I found that the performance of the laptop was very good. Applications ran nicely and the ATi graphics card is quite fast with games and iTunes visualizer mode. My iPod worked perfectly (of course) and I was able to transfer large files very easily. I like that this notebook uses an ATi card instead of a NVIDIA card because ATi cards are more efficient with portables but are still the fastest. I wish it had DDR-SDRAM instead of PC-133.I would have given it 5 out of 5 stars but some things bothered me...

    Pros
    * 15" widescreen (great for graphic design artists)
    * Snappy performance (1 GHz: don't let the number fool you)
    * large HD
    * 512 MB RAM
    * ATi graphics
    * Great design
    * DVD burning capabilities
    * Mac OS X

    Cons
    * The fan is noisy
    * Battery life is terrible compared to the iBook
    * Heavy compared to an iBook
    * Wow, these things get HOT on your lap.
    * Expensive

    Overall
    I'm happy to have used both the iBook and PowerBooks now. The iBooks are great but they're becoming more obsolete since more intense programs require a G4 chip. But for the basics, the iBook is perfect. The PowerBooks are definitely powerful notebooks (even if the clockspeed is 1 GHz) but the only drawback is the battery life. Since I'm a college student, I need something powerful but portable. I think the 12" PowerBook is the best buy but the 15" and 17" are still incredible pieces of technology.

    5-0 out of 5 stars The greatest laptop ever with the best OS.
    I love this powerbook.It is without a doubt the handiest computer that I've ever used.The wide ratio display makes it easy to have multiple coding windows open while the convenient brightness controls allow me to work easily in changing light conditions.The mute button is handy whenever the phone rings.

    But that's just the start of the story.The really beauty of this laptop is that it runs OS X.Mac OS X represents the pinnacle of evolution in operating systems.The highly intuitive environment lets a user get their work done without having to really think about the computer.It is more or less a seamless interaction. But if you need to leverage the UNIX core, it is just a terminal window away and gives you all the power you could possibly seek. ... Read more

    Asin: B00007EMD2
    Subjects:  1. PowerBook    2. (Power Book)    3. Notebooks (Note Books)    4. Notebook Computers    5. Laptops (Lap Tops)    6. Apple    7. (Mac)    8. (Macintosh)   


    AppleCare Protection Plan for PowerBook 3.0 M8853LL/A - 3 Year Plan
    Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
    Personal Computers
    -- our price: $349.99
    (price subject to change: see help)
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    Features

    • Covers an Apple display when purchased and enrolled with a covered PowerBook
    • Extends telephone support from 90 days to three years
    • Adds two years of hardware repair coverage to the one-year limited warranty, including global repair coverage
    • Provides dedicated access to Web-based support resources
    • Includes powerful diagnostic tools (Tech Tool Deluxe from Micromat)
    Reviews (2)

    5-0 out of 5 stars AppleCare Protection isFIRST CLASS
    If you are going to invest $2,000.00 or more on a computer than $349.00 is money well sent!!!! Plus their call center is friendly and very helpful....Good Luck with you new Apple Computer....

    5-0 out of 5 stars For just Pennies a day....Excellent 3yr. Support !
    Excellent add-on to your Apple CPU purchase.

    The AppleCare Protection Plan is a uniquely integrated service and support solution that extends the complimentary coverage on your Mac to three years from the computer's purchase date. This comprehensive plan includes expert telephone assistance, onsite repairs for desktop computers, global repair coverage for portable computers, web-based support resources, and powerful diagnostic tools - all for one economical price.

    Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan when you purchase your Apple system to take maximum advantage of the coverage the plan provides. If you don't do it now, then you will want to buy it before your 1yr warranty expires - otherwise it's too late to do so.

    Three years of security
    Every Mac comes with 90 days of telephone support and one year of service coverage at an Apple-authorized repair center. By purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan with your Mac, you can extend your coverage to three years from the computer's purchase date.

    Comprehensive coverage
    The AppleCare Protection Plan covers your Mac, as well as an AirPort Card or AirPort Extreme Card, an AirPort Extreme Base Station, and Apple RAM used with your Mac. Power Mac and PowerBook customers may also enroll one Apple display for coverage, provided that the Mac and the display are purchased together.

    One number to call for help
    Get direct telephone access to Apple's own technical support group, the people who know your system best. Because Apple creates the computer, the operating system, and many built-in applications, the Mac is a truly integrated system. Just one phone call can help resolve most issues with your Mac because AppleCare representatives can help troubleshoot Apple hardware, the Mac operating system, and many Apple consumer applications, including iCal, iSync, iDVD, iMovie, iPhoto, iTunes, AppleWorks, and QuickTime.

    Convenient repair options
    The AppleCare Protection Plan ensures that Apple-certified technicians will perform repairs using genuine Apple parts. With this plan, parts and labor will be covered for three years from the date of purchase of your Apple computer, two years beyond the one-year limited warranty. The plan includes onsite service for desktop computers and global repair coverage for portables, which can be very important if you travel abroad.

    For just pennies a day - it's great insurance! ... Read more

    Asin: B00007J8SA
    Sales Rank: 16
    Subjects:  1. Apple    2. (Mac)    3. (Macintosh)   


    $349.99

    iLife
    Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
    CD-ROM
    list price: $49.00
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    Editorial Review

    iLife provides four multimedia applications in one package: iTunes for managing music, iPhoto for digital photography, iMovie for editing digital video, and iDVD for creating your own DVDs. They are all integrated so that they work together seamlessly.

    Play, download, import, and do more with Apple’s premiere digital music player iTunes 3. It gives you instant access to your music library and playlists from within the other applications in iLife, just as they are in iTunes. And you can quickly sample your music too--a play button is included so you won’t have to launch iTunes just to find that perfect track. Do more with your digital photos with iPhoto 2. Organize, edit, share, and even set photos to music. Use the Retouch wand tool to make blemishes disappear like magic. And get access to your photo albums directly from iMovie and iDVD, and bring in music for your slideshows from iTunes.

    The latest version of the digital video software that helped Mac users create a million movies, iMovie 3 brings several new features to your screens, including Skywalker Sound Effects and visual effects like Lens Flare, Fairy Dust, Earthquake, and the Ken Burns Pan and Zoom Effect.If you have an Apple SuperDrive, you’ll want to take advantage of all that iDVD 3 has to offer. Create DVDs with chapter markers, search your iTunes library and find music for your projects, and create instant DVD slideshows by selecting your iPhoto album, with dozens of new Hollywood-style themes to choose from. ... Read more

    Reviews (3)

    5-0 out of 5 stars Great Collection
    This is a collection of iTunes 3, iPhoto 2, iMovie 3, and iDVD 3 that Apple offers on all their latest machines with Superdrive installed.All but iDVD 3 are available as downloads from the Apple website, but it is worth the $...or whatever to get them altogether and include the iDVD 3.The iDVD 3 is not available as a download because of its size (>1.3 gig)Each of the four programs is good, but the seamless combination of the four (five including iPod) makes this system an easy to learn combination.After looking for almost a year and a half at different software/hardware combinations for editing and converting (to digital for DVD), I decided on the Mac and the iLife package.There are certainly more powerful individual programs available on both the PC and Mac platforms, but this combination beats everything else that I looked at for ease of use and simplicity in learning.I am very pleasedwith my decision.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Worth four times the price
    Where to start to talk about how amazing the latest offering is from Apple for the Macintosh? Let's take it one step at a time.

    iMovie 3: Apple took their already great DV editing program and added so many new features it's almost mind boggling! Drag and drop from your iPhoto photo library. Drag and drop from your iTunes music library. Granted, you were able to do these things before in a somewhat clumsy way through the "import" command, but this makes it beyond easy. Chapter support (The ability to break up longer videos on DVD's to easily skip back and forth) for iDVD. Individual volume control for each audio track at any point in the track. One click access for all three of the other iApps. New titles, new transitions, the "Ken Burns" effect with stills. No other DV software available for ANY platform is as easy to use as this. Also if you download from Apple it's FREE!

    iPhoto: Still mostly looks the same, but there is now support for the other digital lifestyle iApps built in. The "Retouch" editing feature works amazing well. Also if you download it from Apple it's FREE! If your into serious photo editing, you'll still want a companion program. Photoshop Elements is a good choice. 70% of Photoshop at 1/5 of the price.

    iTunes: I honestly don't see much difference here. I'm sure changes were made to integrate it with the other iApps. Still a great program though. If you download it from Apple (deja vu) it's FREE!

    iDVD: Some new themes, some new features make this a worthy addition to any SuperDrive equipped Mac. No other DVD authoring software I've seen is as easy to use and as intuitive as iDVD. AND if you download it from Apple it's....um....not available. iDVD can only be purchased as part of the iLife package AND then only installed if you have a Superdrive equipped (internal drive only and as far as I know ONLY if installed by Apple) G4 PowerMac.

    Complaints: Yeah a few. iMovie crashed a few times while performing multiple operations (granted it was doing 4 "Ken Burns" and 5 transitions at the time) on my 933 SuperDrive G4 Quicksilver Tower. Also the Apple restricts iDVD to only those people who bought their SuperDrive equipped G4 computers. C'mon Apple! We bought the hardware. Let us configure it ourselves without penalties! Also, you must be running at least 10.1.5 or later (10.2 HIGHLY recommended). System 9 users are officially out in the cold for this product.

    In conclusion: If you meet the hardware/software specs, this is a must buy! No SuperDrive? Find a fast online connection and download the other pieces.

    5-0 out of 5 stars iLife puts it all together!
    If you're on a Mac, you've probably used at least one of these programs by now. If not, you're missing out on what Steve Jobs calls "The hub of your digital lifestyle."

    iMovie - For the amatuer film maker, or somebody who just wants to edit their own home movies, this is a cakewalk. Once you connect your camera through a Firewire port, you import your video. Add titles. Add fades, transitions, etc... Add some background music. Then, download it back to your camera (or, with a bridge, to a VCR). Better yet, save it out and import the video to iDVD for burning.

    iDVD - I can't begin to tell you how easy this is. Create a menu (or select one of the many theme menus). Import your video. Click burn to DVD. It is literally that easy. I made a DVD of our improv troupe for all the members' Christmas gifts.

    iTunes - If it's a music file... mp3, aiff, wav... it can import to iTunes. Create a music CD. Burn it as a standard or mp3 CD with a single click.

    iPhoto - You can set this up to open and import the images as soon as your camera mounts to the desktop. Organize the images. Edit them for color or size. Then, burn a CD, make a slideshow, or even order a personalized bound book with your images and text.

    The one major flaw of these programs has been the lack of manuals (except through third parties). A small price to pay for this kind of quality. Also, if you have no need for iDVD, the other three are available for download from the Apple web site. ... Read more

    Asin: B000088NEV
    Subjects:  1. Computer software (programs)    2. Graphics    3. Multimedia    4. Edit (Editing)    5. Mac Macintosh Machintosh Apple    6. CD Recording (Burning, Burners)    7. Music    8. audio    9. Creation    10. Sequencing    11. Video    12. Editing    13. MP3    14. Apple    15. (Mac)    16. (Macintosh)   


    Microsoft Office v. X for Mac
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
    CD-ROM (30 November, 2001)
    list price: $399.99
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    Editorial Review

    Microsoft Office v. X is a fully native program designed specifically for Mac OS X that harnesses the power of Office, the simplicity of Macintosh, and the stability of Unix. Office v. X has been completely redesigned with a fresh new Aqua interface. Office v. X supports all Mac OS X features and technologies, and has Mac-only features like Formatting Palette, Microsoft Word Data Merge Manager, Microsoft Excel List Manager, and Microsoft PowerPoint Movies. Office v. X includes Microsoft Word X, Excel X, PowerPoint X, and Entourage X, for Mac.

    The modern user interface within Office v. X has been completely redesigned to include a bold new Aqua visual appearance--a perfect representation of what an application running on the new Mac OS X should look and feel like. Communication is a snap. E-mail is made even easier in Entourage X by allowing connections to Microsoft Exchange servers, Hotmail, and Mac.com so users can more efficiently manage e-mail online and off. With the integrated and improved Entourage calendar, you can easily organize your schedule and set reminders for important events and projects.

    Office v. X is compatible with Office 2001 for Mac, Office 98 Macintosh Edition, Office for Microsoft Windows, AppleWorks 6, and FileMaker Pro 5.5., so you can share files with anyone, whether they use a Mac or a PC. Keep track of contacts with the comprehensive Address Book, which stores all of your contact information and lets you locate an address on a map or find driving directions from Expedia.com. Improved task reporting, calendar functions, and international time zone adjustments make time management even easier. Easily access customizable templates for résumés, catalogs, newsletters, calendars, and more from the Project Gallery. The Clip Art Gallery, including hundreds of images, provides tools to make working with graphics quick and easy.

    Note to users attempting to install Office v. x for Mac on new Apple hardware systems: Customers that have the Office v. X Test Drive Installed when attempting to install Office v. X may experience installation failure. The Test Drive is currently pre-installed on the PowerBook 12- and 17-inch models, as well as the 15- and 17-inch LCD iMacs. To facilitate successful installation, it will be necessary to remove the Test Drive by quitting any Microsoft Office applications and running the Remove Test Drive application located in /Applications/Microsoft Office X/Remove Test Drive. For more information on the Test Drive and its effect on your new Mac PC, please visit the Mactopia website at www.microsoft.com/mac. ... Read more

    Reviews (33)

    5-0 out of 5 stars Great Product!!
    Really Great! Microsoft did it. Feature rich software. It really works well than its Windoze counterpart. Price is a bit high, but once you start using it, you won't regret for that. A must have product for Mac fans.

    4-0 out of 5 stars Does the job with some nice features
    Like almost everyone on the planet, I've used Office for Windows extensively and initially I was a bit put off by Mac Office as it does look and feel different (what the hell is Entourage anyway?).

    However on working with it more you get used to it, and it has some nice features that the Windows version doesn't.

    3+
    Entourage - I have really come to like the app- I use it as a replacement for Palm Desktop (Memos), Address Book (it is a little 'richer'), and Mail (it does hotmail as well as POP & IMAP), and everything integrates well.
    Ability to mark a doc for followup - Office will give you a reminder, even when it's not running.
    It's Office, right?It does almost everything.

    3-
    While docs are compatible with Windows versions, I have had problems with complex spreadsheets, so I do not think it is 100% perfect.
    It is a little sluggish (800mhz G4 iMac, Panther, 512mb).
    Entourage's calendar management isn't as good as iCal - can't publish/subscribe, or even import/export data.More generally, Entourage isn't very 'open' - it shares data well with other parts of the app, but not other apps.

    Overall, it does what you expect and let's face it, it's the de facto standard for a reason.Expensive thought!

    4-0 out of 5 stars HOW TO FIX UNEXPECTED CRASH BUG
    Some very nice person posted this. So I feel it's my duty to spread the word.
    You may get a "Word has unexpectedly quit your system has not been damaged" message.You'll see an angry review below about someone who was broken by this problem.

    Do the following
    1. Open your folder with your user name
    2. Open your library folder
    3. Open your microsoft folder
    4. DELETE the following two files:

    Word Font Substitutes
    Word Settings (10)

    If for some reason you are having trouble finding the files just type them into the folder names into your search engine and you should be able to locate them.Microsoft Wordwill immediately work again and the files will be recreated automatically.

    SPREAD THE WORD (v.X)! ... Read more

    Asin: B00005O1GE
    Subjects:  1. Computer software (programs)    2. Office Suite (Suites)    3. Bundle (Bundles)    4. Mac Macintosh Machintosh Apple   


    LaCie d2 External FireWire 7200 RPM 120 GB Hard Drive
    Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars
    Electronics
    list price: $249.99
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    Editorial Review

    LaCie hard drives are ideal for professionals and home users, and for various applications such as databases, desktop publishing, digital content creation, and digital audio/video. Other applications include prepress, archiving, local backup, data exchange, and additional storage.

    The new d2 design features a sturdy aluminum case designed to enhance portability, durability, and appearance. Arrange them vertically on the desktop, horizontally stacked in a desk rack, or mounted in standard 19-inch racks with other devices.

    LaCie hard drives are hot-pluggable, allowing for connecting and disconnecting while the computer is running. Compatible with Mac OS and Windows, these drives enable simple cross-platform data sharing and exchange among workstations.

    Transfer rates of up to 400 Mbits/sec provide throughput necessary for demanding applications like audio, video, and digital imaging.

    This drive is compatible with Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me, and XP, as well as Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, 10.1.x, and later. A FireWire port is required to use this drive. ... Read more

    Features

    • 120 GB storage capacity
    • 7,200 RPM
    • FireWire interface
    • 2 MB buffer
    • Compatible with Windows and Macintosh operating systems
    Reviews (30)

    1-0 out of 5 stars Great drive - just dont use it to store data
    This was my fourth and possibly last LaCie drive.
    Loved the spec, size, footprint, speed and yes its fairly quiet.
    Unfortunatley however, and mine is not the first story, the drive is rather inept at actually storing data.

    The drive was partitioned into two drives and worked well untill it started not opening folders. Instead it returned error 'unformatted drive' messages. This then spread to the whole of one drive before the next.
    From reading other reviews the problem is the power down which wrecks the drive. Nice.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Absolutely the Best
    I purchased the 160 GB version of this drive (Iomega mechanism), plugged it in and went to work. The drive spins down on sleep with my iMac, comes back up immediately on hitting any key or moving the mouse, and is quieter than the iMac itself. I read one review by someone who also took a stab at Mac users in general in which it was noted that the Lacie operated hot (it does - the aluminum shell dissipates heat, as intended), and overheated overnight because it wouldn't sleep with the computer. Obviously, this is a Windows problem, not a Lacie problem. Consider the source. Another review mentioned noise - no such problem here (with the Iomega mechanism, anyway). It's also wicked fast, much faster than the Que 80 gig it replaced.

    All in all, couldn't be happier.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Excellent drive, great customer service
    I have been using this drive for more than a year now. It's actually a replacement for the same model, since the first one died on me as a result of OS X's sleep mode feature. In fact, I have had other LaCie drives in the past that never failed. Although I'm aware of the fact that hard drives can fail at any given point in time, a LaCie drive has never failed on me as a result of the company's own manufacturing quality. Having said this, I recommend that while you have any firewire drive (any brand whatsoever) connected to your computer, don't put the CPU to sleep (just the drive and the screen, not the entire system). A short spike in current shoots through the FireWire connection on wakeup, which eventually will damage your external hard drive.

    I am very pleased with LaCie. The drive works beautifully for backup and videoediting alike. Also, the company's customer service quickly sent me a replacement drive as the original was still under warranty. Since I don't put my CPU to sleep anymore, no problems with the drive whatsoever. A solid drive at a good price for anyone who needs to rely on their backup data. ... Read more

    Asin: B00006L7TT
    Subjects:  1. Hard Drives (Drive)    2. External    3. Firewire    4. Macintosh (Machintosh, Mac)   


    Motorola External Cable Modem (SB4200)
    Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    Electronics
    list price: $99.99
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    Editorial Review

    The Motorola SB4200 SURFboard cable modem supplies both Ethernet and USB interface connectivity to ensure compatibility with almost any network-ready PC computer system. It requires only a standard HTML browser on your computer, making it virtually platform independent. With the SB4200, most PCs, Macs, and other computers can be easily connected to any network. The SB4200 supports the 64 and 256 QAM link technology that is the heart of the DOCSIS data network, providing up to 38 Mbps of raw data transfer rates in a single 6 MHz channel.

    The SB4200 simplifies installation with USB connectivity, and provides enhanced security with its top-mounted standby button. The button disconnects the USB and Ethernet connection to the computer without disconnecting the cable modem from the RF network, providing security, flexibility, and performance. An easy-to-use standby button has been relocated to the top of the SB4200 for additional end-user security and convenience.

    Note: If in doubt, contact your cable Internet provider to verify that this modem will be compatible with their system. ... Read more

    Features

    • Compatible with Windows 95, 98, 2000, Me, NT, XP, Mac, and UNIX operating systems
    • DOCSIS 1.0 CableLabs Certified (upgradable to DOCSIS 1.1)
    • New user-friendly, top-mounted stand-by button for additional end-user security
    • USB and Ethernet connections
    • Ethernet and USB are bridged allowing LAN traffic between USB device and Ethernet LAN
    Reviews (39)

    5-0 out of 5 stars Works Flawlessly w/ various O/S's
    Got this modem over two years ago, and have not had a problem with it in those two years. It's been up and running for most all of those two years (save power outages).

    Took me about 5 minutes to install, including unpacking it and connecting it to my Linksys wireless router.

    It's worth noting that I primarilly use Linux, and it works just fine in that environment (it also works just fine under BSD and Solaris). Other family members use Windows (God only knows why), and have not had problems.

    Above all else, this modem will QUICKLY save you money over your local cable company's lease rates (five dollars per month for an obsolete sharkfin model with Charter Communications in St. Louis). Well worth the purchase!

    5-0 out of 5 stars Recommended.
    I purchased this modem when I signed up for broadband Internet (cable) service.I have been using it for about two years now.I have never encountered any problems and it has never failed to function.The security "disconnect" function button on the top is a good idea. As a security precaution, I usually "disconnect" when I am not actually using my connection.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Trustworthy modem
    I bought this modem over a year ago as an alternative to giving the cable company even more of my money via renting on of theirs.Ever since I plugged it in and got it activated it has given me zero problems. The only time it hasn't worked, it was because the internet itself was down.
    I like the button on the modem that disconnects you from the internet. It takes maybe a second to connect/disconnect you and protect your computer from any unsavory types who are lurking out there.
    I bought a new pc a few months ago and plugged in the modem and it was ready to go right then.
    If you're forgoing the $5/mo. rental from your ISP, this baby pays for itself in about 18 months ... or less. And if you move, you can keep the thing, you don't have to give it back to the cursed cable co. ... Read more

    Asin: B000068BQJ
    Subjects:  1. Modem, Modems   


    FR1004 CABLE/DSL ROUTER
    Electronics

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    Asin: B00006Y0EV
    Sales Rank: 29872
    Subjects:  1. External Modem (Modems)    2. Networking (Network)    3. Routers   


    Apple M8930LL/A AirPort Extreme Base Station
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
    Electronics

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    Features

    • Exchange files or play multiplayer games at data transfer rates of up to 54 Mbps
    • Compatible with the industry-standard 802.11b wireless networking protocol
    • Range of up to 50 feet at 54 Mbps and up to 150 feet at 11 Mbps
    • Supports USB or Ethernet wireless printer sharing
    • 128-bit WEP encryption for secure connections
    Reviews (17)

    5-0 out of 5 stars Wireless Internet as a Fashion Statement
    Apple makes cool stuff, no doubt about it. But one of their coolest products is the Airport Extreme system of wireless internet.

    Using the Airport Extreme Base Station, in addition to an Airport Extreme reception card in your computer, you can move all around your home or office without the messy clutter of ethernet cables or connection equipment.

    Setup is a snap using the included instructions. Within minutes you'll be surfing the web and accessing data wirelessly.

    The only setback is the relative sensitivity of the Airport system. It doesn't like being near other computer components or going through walls. But, when push comes to shove, the unit does its job.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Airport Rocks
    Ease of use makes this the best choice for mac users.

    1-0 out of 5 stars Overpriced and unreliable
    Apple Airport Base Stations have a history of overheating and ruining the electronics inside.I lost a ABS "snow" unit this way.Fortunately, I found at least two online businesses devoted to repair of base stations, or else buying unrecoverable units at salvage prices.

    Apple Airport Base Stations are often than twice the price of equivalent devices from other manufacturers.The features of the Apple product do not justify such a huge disparity in price.You're just paying for the brand name.

    Also, think twice before investing in a 802.11g wireless router, because if you use it for Internet via broadband like DSL or cablemodem, you are limited by the bandwidth of the slowest part of the system.DSL/cable bandwidth is typically about one-fifth of the 802.11g bandwidth.So you aren't going to surf the net faster.A faster router helps multiple computers on your local network communicate with each other (for instance, if you host multiplayer computer game parties), but connecting to the outside world doesn't improve.Of course, if you don't have broadband and your router connects via modem, the bottleneck is even worse.

    Given Apple's track record of poor quality, premium prices, and dubious benefit of the "extreme" model, I do not recommend buying this product.Get a Linksys or Netgear 802.11b router for $40 or so, and you'll be just as happy.That's what I did, and I'm sending my ABS 'snow' unit in for salvage. ... Read more

    Asin: B0000899ZC
    Sales Rank: 23944
    Subjects:  1. Apple    2. (Mac)    3. (Macintosh)   


    TiVo R24004A 40-Hour Digital Video Recorder
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
    Electronics
    list price: $199.99
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    Editorial Review

    TiVo's Series2 DVRs deliver more recording capacity at a lower cost than original TiVo models. TiVo DVRs record television programming directly to a digital hard drive, eliminating the hassles of videotape. This Series2 TiVo offers 40 hours of recording time in a sleek chassis (15 inches wide by 11.5 inches deep and 3 inches high).

    The Series2 has two USB ports for ready connectivity with your home network. This connectivity also gives TiVo subscribers optional access to exciting entertainment services, such as music, digital photos, and multiroom viewing and scheduling via the Web. The TiVo DVR Series2 is compatible with virtually every television. It also works with VCRs, TV antennas, cable systems, and satellite systems. A patented remote control simplifies program recording and controls multiple TiVos within the home (two devices can share your existing phone line). Connections include three video inputs and outputs (S-video, composite-video, and RF coaxial), one set of stereo RCA analog audio inputs, and two sets of stereo audio outputs. A standard female RJ-11 telephone jack is the channel by which the Series2 accesses the TiVo service, or you can use a USB cable to connect to broadband.


    TiVo automatically records your favorite shows.
    TiVo subscribers can pay $12.95 per month or a one-time product lifetime fee of $299. Among the many benefits of TiVo service are Season Pass (TiVo automatically finds and records every episode of a series all season long, even if the network schedule changes), WishList (TiVo finds and records programs that feature your favorite actor, director, team, or even topic), Smart Recording (TiVo detects lineup changes for you and suggests programs to match your interests, if desired), and Showcases (exclusive entertainment plus recording shortcuts from some of the most popular networks on TV).

    Now, through your home network you can access TiVo's Home Media Features. This services provides remote scheduling capabilities from anywhere you have Internet access; MP3 streaming from your PC to your TiVo so you can listen to music through your home theater sound system; digital image viewing from your PC so that you can create slideshows on your TV; and multiroom viewing, which allows you to connect two TiVo Series2 DVRs in your home so that you can record on one and watch on another. ... Read more

    Features

    • TiVo service fee is not included
    • Up to 40 hours of digital audio/video recording capacity
    • Works with antenna, cable, digital cable, satellite, and combinations
    • 2 USB ports offer ready connectivity with home networks
    • Everything required for installation is supplied
    Reviews (198)

    5-0 out of 5 stars Must have for busy people and families
    This product is great. We now have two. Transferring shows between them or to the computer is a breeze. Last Thanksgiving we had a slideshow of all of the pictures we'd taken in the last year showing on our TV in the background. This was a hit with everyone, especially with family we don't see often.

    2-0 out of 5 stars Great concept, problems with product, lots of hidden gotchas
    I never had a DVR (aside from my computer) before, so when I finally managed to get my Tivo all hooked up, I was really impressed. I especially love the "Season Pass" feature which will pick out all the times your favorites program airs, and let you schedule recording for all of them in a few clicks.

    But then the headaches began...

    (1.) First of all, how many of us have the telephone line near our TVs? Normally, the TV and electronic gadgets are on one side of the room, and the phone is on the other - right? Tivo needs a phone line to get it's program information - at least initially. So if your house is configured like mine, be prepared to have phone line extensions strewn all across your living room while you spend up to a day downloading and installing all the program information by phone.

    So of course, I almost began to drool when I read in the Manual that you can actually connect the Tivo to your local or wireless network.

    (2.) Problem is, you most likely will NOT be able to connect your Tivo to your local or wireless network. I took Tivo's own approved list of hardware (direct network adapters or wireless receivers) to my local geek toy store, and bought the top recommended networking connection on the list. That didn't work, so I returned it and bought the next recommended item on Tivo's list. That didn't work either, so over the course of the next two weeks I tried three (yes, 3) more. Nothing. I finally gave up, and had to buy a long extension cord for my phone line and install it more perminent-like.

    (3.) The main reason I'm here today, is because I found this page while searching for an explanation to the weird high pitched whistle noise my Tivo began making last night (after only 2 months of ownership). Turns out this is apparently an increasingly common problem - which I never heard of until today - and even more unfortunately seems to indicate that my Tivo will be totally dead in the next few days. Right now, it's literally delaying everything I do (trying to view my cable box's program guide, etc) by 30 seconds or more (the normal lag time should be around 1 or 2 seconds)

    So, since I've already paid for the lifetime membership, I'm now searching for a relatively cheap way I can fix the problem myself. Do I need to replace the harddrive, the case fans, ..or what? By the way, if Tivo goes out of business, how will I get my program guide? Tivo doesn't grab the FREE TV Guide data from your cable like the no-subscription-required Panasonics can.

    (4.) Oh, and also wanted to warn people about one more thing that only starts happening after you've had your Tivo for a few weeks - which is actually intentional on the part of Tivo - but which isn't mentioned anywhere in any of their manuals or documentation, for obvious reasons...

    After a few weeks (if your Tivo still works), you'll start to get little on-screen pop-up alerts RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF YOUR FAVORITE PROGRAM which stay there for atleast 30 seconds until you click it or patiently wait for it to go away. And what are these prompts? ADVERTISING which actually is made to look like a really important subscriber announcement from Tivo. Maybe it's important to THEM, but I'd rather NOT see it in the middle of my TV screen. Actually, that's yet another example of Tivo's dumb implimentation: You'll only see this advertising if you're watching live TV instead of the recorded programming... and since most people with Tivos are watching the recorded programs instead of live TV, Tivo's sponsors are paying for ads that few people will ever see... Great business ideas - yes?)

    In addition to these on-screen ads which interrupt your viewing, when you go to your Tivo menu, you'll find atleast TWO links to advertisements. The really bad thing about these links in particular is that they are positioned in the place where your other normal Tivo menu options are listed. So instead of selecting your "To Do List" or upcoming recordings, you might accidently find yourself watching a series of advertisements - WHICH YOU CANNOT DELETE OR REMOVE.

    OK, so that's all I have to say at this point. Seems to me that Tivo had a great idea, but terrible implimentation. I don't know about their customer service, but I probably also won't even bother, if it's going to cost me $100 to $150 to ship them back their own defective product anyway.

    If I can't fix the Tivo, and I'm not in the mood to pay double-or-triple in trying to get it fixed, then it's apparently just become one nice looking but useless paperweight... to which I have a lifetime subscription.

    1-0 out of 5 stars aviod at all costs!!
    I got this for christmas, my first reaction was "awesome i've wanted this for awhile now!" so me and a friend started to hook this up the other day we started at 3:30 PM we finally got it hooked up at 8:30!! yep 5 hours, and i had to drive to radio shack to buy a bigger phone cable, because we brought the tv and the tivo into the kitchen to try and hook it up there but we couldn't because we needed the digital cable box... ok fine so we started over and it still didn't work! at this point im starting to get really angry we head to radio shack and get everything we need and finally we hook it up only to find out the six button on the remote doesn't work! then i tried to fast forward threw the commercials its so slow that buy the time you did you miss half of the program your supposed to be watching!! i can go on forever about this bad product... just skip it ... Read more

    Asin: B00008BREC
    Subjects:  1. , tevo, r-240040, tevo, pause tv, r24004a,    2. dvr, tapeless recorder, tapeless    3. R240040, pvr, personal video recorder    4. r240040, 24004A, 240040, ti-vo    5. TiVo    6. PVR (Personal video recorder)   


    Linksys USB10T USB Network Adapter
    Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars
    Electronics
    list price: $67.00
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    Editorial Review

    Now you can connect to any 10 Mbps or 10 Mbps/100 Mbps hub without having to install any internal cards or hardware. The USB Network Adapter from Linksys allows you to connect to a network instantly from a USB-enabled PC, notebook PC, or even a USB hub. The Plug-and-Play-compatible device attaches to any Windows 98 Universal Serial Bus-enabled PC or hub via a USB Type-B receptacle. Connect a standard category 5 RJ-45 network cable in the other end, install the included network software drivers, and go. You'll be networked in no time. ... Read more

    Features

    • 1 RJ-45 10BaseT port for a straight-through category 3 or 5 cable
    • Fast 8 Mbps data throughput with 6 Mbps burst transfer
    • Easy-to-read Link and Activity LED indicators
    • No external power supply needed
    Reviews (2)

    5-0 out of 5 stars Whoohoo! USB~!
    For cablemodems, computers on the go, or if you just want to have a simple, no-messy install for a network, USB is the way to go. I have tested it and it works wonderfully with Win98, 98SE, and 2000. However, Win95 has ALWAYS been prone to USB problems. I would strongly not recommending for ME either, since Microsoft was nice enough to put faults in that. UPGRADES, Anyone? Install is easy, even when the machine is running. Plug it in, and in minutes, you can be enjoying superfast internet access or a awesome multi-user game. All the software you need is there. :-) Another good thing from Linksys

    1-0 out of 5 stars Wish I'd never seen it
    Had this frustrating little bugger for awhile but finally had to returnit.After months of messing around with it trying to get it to workproperly, I found someone at their tech support dept. that told me thereare known problems using this with non-intel chipsets.If they would havesaid this up-front they could have saved me and a lot of other people alotof time and frustration. ... Read more

    Asin: B000030071
    Subjects:  1. Networking    2. Adapters    3. Universal Serial Bus    4. Expansion Cards (Card)   


    Sony KV-32FV300 32" Flat-Screen TV
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
    Electronics

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    Editorial Review

    Sony's KV-32FV300 32-inch flat-screen WEGA television is a CRT set that's both stylish and feature-packed. An arcing, silver cabinet houses a Trinitron picture tube with contrast-enhancing DynaBlack technology. Steady Sound volume control balances audio levels from different TV programs, and a host of technologies ensure vivid, distortion-free viewing.

    ClearEdge VM wideband velocity modulation (selectable: off, high, low) improves the definition at picture edges, creating sharper images by slowing the CRT (cathode-ray tube) beam's horizontal scanning during demanding work--say, when rendering transitions from light to dark parts of an image--and speeding it up when scanning easily rendered sections, like broad dark areas. The set's 3-D digital comb filter further enhances resolution by removing blurred edges between colors and reducing dot crawl (tiny, moving dots of color along a sharp color separation in a vertical line, as in a depiction of a character's striped t-shirt).

    Top-of-the-line component-video inputs minimize digital and line-scan artifacts from compatible video sources, while standard composite- and S-video inputs accommodate all DVD players. You can choose between a set of rear AV inputs and a set of front AV inputs for extra convenience. A rear AV output offers both fixed and variable-level analog audio outputs for hookup with, for instance, both a VCR and a surround receiver. The set's video inputs and channels can be labeled for easy selection.

    The set provides stereo audio with 10 watts per channel. WOW technology simulates surround sound through any two speakers, and BBE High-Definition Sound improves speech intelligibility and restores the dynamic range of compressed musical passages. The DAC speaker system boosts bass response using a resonant chamber while emphasizing midrange frequencies for further enhancement of voices. A headphone jack lets you listen in private.

    Other video technologies include auto white balance, Dynamic Picture Processor circuitry, tilt correction, Trinitone color temperature control, and vertical aperture compensation. An optional accessory for the set is the Sony audio/video cabinet SU-32HV1.

    What's in the Box
    TV, RM-Y180 remote control, batteries, user's manual, warranty information. ... Read more

    Features

    • Includes 10 watts per channel stereo speakers with WOW simulated surround and BBE sound; headphone jack affords private listening
    • 32-inch flat-screen Trinitron WEGA television with standard 4:3 aspect ratio
    • Stylish "arc" cabinet design; composite-, component-, and S-video inputs
    • 3-D digital comb filter removes blurred edges between colors and reduces dot crawl
    • ClearEdge VM wideband velocity modulation improves the definition at picture edges
    Reviews (5)

    5-0 out of 5 stars great set, go get one now
    this TV not only has one of the best pictures that I've seen, but it is also one of the best looking tv's I've seen. My cable doesn't give enough picture quality, so to really test this baby out, hook it up to the component DVD... and it kicks ... Also, I have my PS2 plugged in sVIDEO at the same time, which is sweet. It is a great machine, but it also just looks so damn cool in my living room. It's like a great piece of art. It just looks great, but when you turn it on, it's extremely functional. It is a NEED for your house.

    4-0 out of 5 stars A good set
    The first time I bought this tv it had a non-functioning PIP...the set was replaced immediately by the store and the second set has worked flawlessly for over 6 months, now.I have had no issues with distortion as is mentioned in some of the other reviews or text.I do not access the internet on the tv so text quality ist critical.

    I will say that one of the reasons I bought the set was for the PIP...and it is a bit of a pain as you have to use the tv's (not your cable companies) remote...so even tho i bought it for the PIP, i rarely use it.Your also getting the PIP directly off the cable line and not the converter box with pip...so you wont get any scrambled stations and some channel positions may be different.Its more of a hassle than i imagined.

    I bought the tv and brought it home myself...something i wouldnt do again.This set is extreamly heavy.The controls arent especially intuative altho it didnt take *too* much to figure them out.

    Overall I am satisfied with my purchase but i have learned some lessons about PIP with this purchase...as well as making sure my next purchase includes delivery.

    4-0 out of 5 stars Definitely Satisfied
    I did a LOT of online research prior to purchasing this TV, although it was the Sony KV-32FS200 which I was originally set to buy (see below for more on that model and why I did not purchase it).
    I ultimately went with this unit (even though it was more expensive) because it had all of the features that I was looking for, and the picture looked great at the local electronics store.

    I don't have any real complaints about this TV, and I'd definitely recommend it.
    Some observations:

    You should be aware that this is a really heavy set (175 lbs), so you'll need a sturdy stand and a helper to lift it.

    The volume settings seem to increase significantly at each notch, which means that I must choose between a little too low, or a little too high (I need a Goldilocks setting which would be "just right"). The incremental settings could be much less pronounced, but it is not a big issue in the least, as the sound quality is good overall.

    I did notice that the bottom-left portion of the screen has a semi-distorted effect when text is rolling along the bottom of the screen (news updates, stock data, etc). However, while it's noticeable, it's not particularly distracting (and all text is fully legible). Odd though.

    There is nothing else that I consider to be "a negative" at this point. I've had the unit for about a week, and I like it.

    * Special note about the Sony KV-32FS200 (not currently sold at Amazon):

    This unit is HORRIBLE at displaying text. Large text, small text, top of the screen, middle of the screen, bottom of the screen. Small text is sometimes unreadable! How can that be!? Well, however it can be, it IS.

    I double-checked this issue on 2 different sets in 2 different stores just to be sure (I originally wanted to buy this model). Text was HORRIBLE on both sets, so it's a problem which is inherent to the model.

    If you watch football (or any sport that displays game stats and game situations) - forget it.
    If you watch movies with subtitles - forget it.
    If you care about reading anything that appears on the screen - forget it.

    I honestly cannot believe that they have not pulled this model from the shelves.
    If you consider buying the Sony KV-32FS200, re-think it. You're better off spending the extra money and purchasing the KV-32FV300 instead. I'm glad that I did. ... Read more

    Asin: B000068P8S
    Subjects:  1. Television (Televisions, TV, T.V., TVs)    2. Inch   


    HP PhotoSmart 7550 Inkjet Printer
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
    Electronics (07 September, 2002)
    list price: $362.00
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    Editorial Review

    The HP PhotoSmart 7550 brings exceptional quality, speed, and precision photo printing to home desktops. Crisp detail and rich, vivid color arrive through an optimized maximum resolution of 4,800 dpi, while advanced paper sensors automatically adjust the print settings for best quality.

    The HP PhotoSmart 7550's most remarkable feature is a front-panel color LCD screen that lets you preview and edit photos before printing. With the 7550, you can print directly from your digital camera memory card without using a computer. Compatible with CompactFlash Types I and II, SmartMedia, Secure Digital, MultiMediaCard, and Sony Memory Stick memory media, the printer can produce borderless photos using the 4-by-6-inch photo paper tray and HP Premium Plus photo paper.

    The paper tray holds up to 100 sheets of varying sizes, and is built to accommodate heavyweight glossy pages without frustrating jams. Specially designed HP inks and papers resist fading twice as long as traditionally processed photos--up to 65 years in some cases. The included software bundle lets you organize and file images in a variety of ways--even create custom slide shows viewable on a PC or TV via a DVD player. Plus, Windows users can organize and store digital photos on CD-ROM and print favorites.

    The USB-equipped HP PhotoSmart 7550 is compatible with either PC or Macintosh and has all drivers, power cords, and ink cartridges included right in the box. Hewlett-Packard provides a one-year warranty that covers parts and service. ... Read more

    Features

    • Up to 4,800 optimized dpi, 7-ink system for impressive color and laser-quality text
    • Up to 17 ppm black, 13 ppm color
    • Advanced HP PhotoRet IV color-layering technology
    • Convenient 4-by-6-inch tray for borderless photos
    • Directly accepts CompactFlash, SmartMedia, Secure Digital, Multi-Media, Memory Stick
    Reviews (66)

    5-0 out of 5 stars Best Printer I ever owned
    I love HP printers, but this one takes the top award. It prints photos, word documents, and whatever else you want it to with ULTRA high quality. The LCD just adds to the design. Ink can be expensive as this model holds ALL 3 (black and white, color and photo) all at once, unlike lower models. Its easier though, and well worth it! This is some printer.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Great printer
    I am not a technophobe, yet I found this printer easy to use and operate.I have printed all the way to 8 X 10 photos with no problems and great clarity.I really like it, and have owned it since they first came out over a year ago with no problems.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Quality Unsurpassed!!!
    This is a fabulous printer.I had an hp see-through flatbed 4600 scanner that just wasn't working with my ASUS motherboard so I decided to opt for a photo quality all-in-one (Print, Scan & Copy) that I bought today. I'll be reviewing that HP model after I've tried it too. The print quality on the 7550 is every bit as clear as laser.The blacks are nice and solid.the 7 ink technology brings brilliant color results.There are 3 separate ink cartridges, but the yield is greater for this reason.Keep in mind that even though the machine tells you the ink is running low, wait until the print/copy quality is actually fading before you change the cartridges. Just keep an extra handy for when it's needed.I loved this printer and will miss it!The only con is that it's a bit noisy, but oh well, color quality and ease of use is way more important, don't you think? ... Read more

    Asin: B000069LI8
    Subjects:  1. Inkjet Printer (Ink Jet Printers, Printing)    2. Photo Printer (Photo Printing)    3. Hewlett Packard (Hewlett-Packard)    4. Mac Macintosh Machintosh Apple    5. Hewlett-Packard    6. (HP)    7. (Hewlet Packart)   


    Apple 15 GB iPod (M8946LL/A, April 2003 Version)
    Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars
    Electronics (02 May, 2003)

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    Features

    • Features redesigned and backlit navigation; includes earbud headphones, AC adapter, FireWire cable, 4-pin-to-6-pin FireWire adapter
    • Discontinued by manufacturer, replaced by model #M9244LL/A
    • Mac and Windows compatible; FireWire and USB 2.0 interface for fastest digital transfer available
    • Equipped with a range of built-in utilities and games
    • More than 8 hour battery life on a 3 hour charge (1-hour fast charge to 80% capacity)
    Reviews (111)

    5-0 out of 5 stars works great with windows and of course mac
    don't buy into all the negative reviews people leave and all the mac bashing that goes on.people who have problems with iPod and windows are probably just idiots.my iPod works flawlessly with windows.i'm a believer in the right tool for the right job.macs are great computers and xp is the greatest thing to happen in the windows families.whichever your preference, the iPod is sure to work and integrate just fine.

    i recommend that you first choose your primary use for the iPod, other than a music library, before deciding which model to buy.i own the 40 gig one, but i also edit video and use it has a portable hard drive.for most people, they will never fill 10 or 15 gig or however low the iPod goes now.so before throwing your money towards features you'll never use, ask yourself what you'll use it for first.

    research, research, research...it's free!you're doing it right now by reading this.research and find what other things iPod can do for you before deciding which one to buy.

    if you love music and you like keeping it simple, the iPod could wind up being the greatest thing you ever purchased.it is easy to use...easy to understand...works as promised...looks great...sounds great...feels great.

    3-0 out of 5 stars good, but there's better out there
    I just recently got an ipod with my 2003 Beetle. I must agree with one of my fellow reviewers that it is a bit of a nightmare for windows users. I have to take my ipod to work with me just to put music on the thing. As far as playing music the ipod does an excellent job, everything that the ipod promises it performs. Not to mention how CUTE it is. An ipod is a great investment if you are a music lover.

    5-0 out of 5 stars Not Just a Music Player!!!!
    This is my first iPod, even though i have been using mac's for about 4 years now! Now i am a proud owner of this product.I could not be happier.1st things 1st, i am sure you can read all the other reviews and find out that this product is bar none the best out there.But most importantly this is a multiuse product.I now how a portable 15gb firewire harddrive!and this product is smart enough to know the diff b/w music and my other files. as a student i MUST be able to have my documents on hand at all times, and "my comp crashed" does not work now a days. Along my purchase of my pod i picked up a media card reader, so while i am on the go with my digital camera (d100 nikon) i do not have to worry about carrying so many cards for my camera!and i also picked up a voice recorder, this allows me to record audio, which really helps me with things like test reviews, and meetings. (also helps with soundtrack as well). I know that 15g is not much by todays standards, but you have the ability to add an remove these files with ease.as a side note, i honestly do not see how people could actually use a pod that is larger, i have ahard enough time keeping track of 1990 songs i have on it right not (almost 6days worth) ... Read more

    Asin: B00009J5VZ
    Sales Rank: 17036
    Subjects:  1. Portable Audio    2. MP3 MP 3 Player    3. Jukebox    4. Apple    5. (Mac)    6. (Macintosh)   


    Nikon Coolpix 885 3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom and Battery Charger
    Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars
    Electronics

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    Features

    • 3-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create prints up to 11 x 14
    • Autofocus lens with 3x optical/4x digital (12x total) zoom
    • Included 16 MB CompactFlash card holds 20 images at default resolution
    • Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port
    • Uses rechargeable battery pack (included) or 2CR5 disposable lithium battery
    Reviews (32)

    1-0 out of 5 stars Nikon Coolpix 885 SYSTEM ERROR
    I purchased a Coolpix 885 in April 2002. Within a few weeks I encountered a "SYSTEM ERROR" message. I got the camera replaced because it was under new camera warranty. I recently tried to use the custom settings to take pictures in poor light and encountered the "SYSTEM ERROR" message again. I believe there is a problem with using this mode. Based on other reviews and given the lack of positive action to address this issue I could not recommend this camera. I have given it 1 star because I have taken around 950 good pictures using the auto modes only.

    1-0 out of 5 stars System Error
    The infamious "system error" appeared on my camera after 12 months. I learned after a searh on the web that this a common eroor in all Nikon digital cameras and the firm is doing nothing to fix it. DONT BUY

    1-0 out of 5 stars system error
    anyone thinking of buying this camera search the net for articles re: system errors. my camera is now dead after 13 months! dont buy it! ... Read more

    Asin: B0000635UW
    Sales Rank: 3506
    Subjects:  1. Cameras    2. Cool pix    3. Digital Camera (Cameras)    4. Photograph (Photography)   


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