There are a variety of ways to convert an iPod from Windows to Mac, depending on how much metadata (such as playlists, album art, ratings, and date added) you want moved, and how your Windows iTunes library is configured. To …[Continue]
iPod Notes
Did you know that you can put notes, text files, ebooks and webpages on your iPod for portable reading? And you don’t need to worry about how to convert them, because iPodNotes does it for you. Simply name a URL …[Continue]
What is a Video Codec?
Codec (short for compressor/decompressor) is a compression format used in video, such as MPEG-4 or DivX.. Your computer media player (for example, Windows Media Player, QuickTime or iTunes) should recognize the codec required for a particular video, and play the …[Continue]
How to Choose Headphones
Although your portable music player may have come with earbuds, there’s a whole world of headphone choices that provide better acoustics than the usual freebies. Before you buy, learn headphone lingo and the difference between technologies such as noise-reducing and …[Continue]
iPod Battery Tips
Leaving your iPod in a hot car will quickly eat up its battery charge. It’s best to leave your portable music player in the trunk, where it is likely to be cooler than in the glove compartment or passenger cabin …[Continue]
Copy From iPod to Computer
One feature glaringly missing from the iPod is the ability to copy songs from the device to your computer, as iTunes only works in the opposite direction: from computer to iPod. If your computer crashes without a backup of your …[Continue]
iPod Video Formats
Apple’s fifth-generation video iPod supports three video formats: MPEG-4, H264, and M4V (the copy-protected format used for videos sold through iTunes.) To convert a your own videos to an iPod format, you can use QuickTime Pro,…[Continue]
Waterproof MP3 Players
With the advent of waterproof MP3 players, diehard music fans can take their tunes into the water. Solutions range from waterproof cases for existing players to players designed especially for underwater use. For even more choices, browse Froogle….[Continue]
