Its so annoying when you have bought a brand new iPod mini and the next day you find on the new, shinny, immaculate screen a scratch. Also when dropped or hit into things in your pocket you can get scratches all over the iPod and it ruins the chic modern look. Also if you were to drop the iPod mini there is no protection so you could crack the casing or even break a component inside. But there are ways of preventing this damage. And here are a few ways:

Cases: You can get a whole range of these, which range in different colors, shapes and sizes. This also gives you and opportunity to customize your iPod mini. The are usually rubber cases which you simply slot your iPod mini into. Many come with screen protectors as well.

Socks: These come once again in many different colors ( pink, orange, blue, green, grey and purple ). These instead of hard case are another way of preventing your iPod mini from being scratched. They are soft and if you don't like the feel of a hard case then this is for you. It is easily put on and off.

Hard case: These are like the normal cases but heavy and a lot stronger. These prevent internal damage to iPods and give it a high level of protection from drops at high levels and such.

Screen protectors : It is very annoying when you find a scratch on your screen and when watching a video or looking for a song you always notice it and it ruins your experience of using an iPod mini. But you wouldn't have this problem if you put a screen protector on first. These can come in different sizes and forms. One way is that you place a thin piece of clear plastic onto the screen. It has one side which is stick so attaches easily. They also give a clear view. Many cases, as i said before, include screen protectors on them so you have no need of purchasing one.

With these tips i hope your iPod mini stays protected and unharmed. Also that you enjoy using your iPod mini even more now that the burden of looking after your iPod mini has been lightened.

Many people share their music with their friends which is good for you all don't need to buy the same song. But many people don't know how to do this and in this article I will show you how. There are many different ways and here are some.

1st Way:If you songs are on your computer and are in mp3 formate then this method is very easy. But it can't be done is the songs where either downloaded straight onto iTunes or are on your iPod mini instead of computer. This method however is very popular and easy. You basically add the songs your friend wants to an archive and send it to then by either email or instant messenger. And this will take time but it is worth it when you think how much money you save sharing the music. You just need a friend willing enough to do it.

2nd Way:This isn't as easy as the last way but is still good. You firstly download iPod2iPod from the Internet for free. It is quite a complicated program but you basically upload the songs to the computer, which you want to share with, from the iPod mini and the back onto the iPod mini you are sharing with. The program is quite complicated but once you have got used to it, the process is quite easy and efficient.

3rd Way: This is by far the best method and is extremely easy to use, a baby could work it. And the good thing is you don't need to use you computer. All you need is the miShare gadget which i am sure you can find easily on the Internet and buy it cheaply. But basically all you do it add the song you want to share onto your To-Go playlist on your iPod and plug both iPods onto the miShare (Easily done), then once it has done syncing push the button on the miShare ( which is easily found and noticeable). And then you now have shared your music. As i said it is very good and easy to operate and can be used anywhere at any time. No computers needed!

I hope with the use of these methods you enjoy sharing your music and save a large amount of money. Good luck

You have bought the ever increasing popular iPod mini. But by accident you drop it or get water on it. You turn it on but, although the screen turns on, it is broken. The hard drive is totally unrepairable. But why go out and buy a brand new iPod mini, wasting a lot of money when you can replace the hard drive at a cheaper cost. Here i will be guiding you through the steps on how to change you Ipod mini's Hard Drive. But be warned if you do change the Ipod mini's hard drive your warranty with apple is destroyed and you may, if done badly, damage you iPod even more.

Step 1 : Open the case VERY gently, using a screw driver, preferably flat head.

Step 2 : With the iPod's back facing you, open the case making sure the ribbon wire stays connected.

Step 3 :The hard drive will be quite noticeable. It will be the object surrounded by bumpers. Take the hard drive out, this will be easy. But remember to not disconnect the ribbon plug.

Step 4 :With the hard drive now out of the iPod mini, using a knife, scrape out the foam bumpers. But keep this foam for it will be useful later on so when taking it of try and take it off in one piece if possible.

Step 5 :Find out what type of model your hard drive is. It should say on the hard drive it self. Other model may also fit but you should always research it just in case you buy a new hard drive and it doesn't fit.

Step 6 :Then glue the bumpers and foam bake into place before placing the hard drive into its correct place.

Step 7 :Once you have close up your iPod, you have to connect it to you computer.

Step 8 :Choose the RESTORE button on the iPod updater, once opened or if you haven't already got, download it.

Step 9 : Now fully charge you Ipod.

Step 10 :Have fun and enjoy listening to music on your renewed and good-as-new iPod mini.

I wish you the best luck and I hope you are successful in fixing your iPod.

The Ipod Mini is one of the most popular products sold today in the market. Its regarded as one of the best portable mp3 players around and is a great gadget for when jogging or out walking the dog.

And Apple have kindly made the experience of as iPod mini even more enjoyable and exciting with the use of Ipod mini accessories. There are a whole range and variety of accessories and here I will be sharing with you my views on the most important and must haves.

Speakers: There are once again a huge variety of speaks around to choose from. You can find speakers in lots of varied forms and sizes. You can get waterproof cases and speakers for your iPod mini. Portable CD cases with speaker built in for iPod minis. Also Portable USB speakers. There are many more and these are just a few of the latest features an iPod mini can have in terms of speakers.

AV Cables: With the use of USB adapters you can watch videos from your iPod mini straight onto your television by attaching it to the video inputs of your TV.

Ipod mini socks: The blue, green, purple, orange, grey and pink colors of socks to choose from allows you to personalize you iPod mini and dress it stylishly. It is also practical for it reduces damage to you iPod mini if, by accident, you were to drop it. And prevents any scratches that could be formed.

Universal Dock with Remote: This is a good way of listening to your iPod whilst it is charging. It either plugs into you computer or home audio system. The use of the remote allows use from a distance making it a more pleasurable experience to use.

Other Funky Accessories: Have fun with friends with the fun iKaraoke. To relocate the controls of you iPod mini use the iPod Mini Button Relocator.

These are just a few of the great accessories available for your iPod mini in the market today. And I am sure with the use of them it will make your experience of using an iPod mini so much better.

You will be listening to your iPod one day and it will shut down. You assume its due to it needing to be charged, so you go home and do just that. But even after its charged the Ipod Mini remains off. This is because your iPod battery has died. Although you are angry at this and would have no intention of learning why your iPod mini battery has died it is always useful for later if you get another iPod.
The battery found in the iPods now-a-days is a lithium ion battery and is the light, thin battery that is more powerful than the normal round ones found in torches. Using the iPod causes the battery to drain its power, so you therefore recharge it and renew its power. But ever time you charge you iPod mini battery it's total charge decreases. And so eventually, after time the battery will lose all its total charge and stop working. You therefore will have to replace the battery with a battery replacement kit. This type of kits can be found easily on the Internet.
If the iPod mini battery holds enough power to work for, lets say, 1 hour (which it definitely doesn't). After this hour you charge it but now it only runs for 59 minutes. You then repeatedly charge it until the battery life runs out. So from 1 hour to 59 minutes to 58 minutes ............ all the way until 1 minute and then 0 minutes. At this moment it is time for you to replace your iPod mini battery.

You may think that why don't iPods use normal round batteries but the answer is they are just too big. The lithium ion ones are thin and light so suit the iPod mini well.A key to help you prolong you iPod batteries life is to only charge it when you need to. And it is always useful to have a battery replacement kit ready for when yours does fail. Another key point, when disposing your broken iPod mini battery you will have to adhere to your local laws on how to properly dispose of it.

iPods are the latest craze to sweep the nation. They have become the must have object. And one of the many types of Ipod apple have designed and created is the iPod mini. It has a sleek design. It is light and compact, perfect for a portable music player. It is also the fact it is made by apple makes the product more appealing. This is because apple is a well known and reliable company renowned for there sleek, modern looking products.
Another factor about the iPod mini is it has an assortment of accessories to choose from and is available in many colors.
It is sold at $249 and since launched have been very popular with the market. Also the iPod mini is able to hold and play only audio clips but also its user interface provides image and video watching too. The battery needs 3 hours charge to be able to play for 8 hours, non stop.
The apple iPod mini is workable with both Mac and Windows and, with the use of iTunes, stores its files. Apple have said it would hold up to one thousand songs which is as much as the memory of the iPod mini can hold. The audio support for the Apple iPod mini is MP3,MPS VBR, Audible, AIFF (For Mac), ACC and WAV.
The sound quality of the Apple iPod mini is equally as good as that of the other iPods and therefore is thought to be one of the best portable audio players around. The Headphones provided provide an above average sound quality but can cause ear problems and can feel a bit uncomfortable if kept in too long so if played on either a stereo system or a pair of better headphones then the quality of the sound produced by the Apple iPod mini would be even better.