Ipod and Netflix = Phoneflix

This new free application Phoneflix I downloaded makes it convenient to manage my netflix queue. No, I still can't watch streaming netflix movies yet on my Ipod Touch, but I am sure it will eventually happen.

I found a video of the app on a different device but it works identical. Funny, the youtube video is OK, but the guy needs to sound more normal than a robot.

Learning more about what my 1st apple ipod touch can do

I literally use my 1st apple ipod touch everyday multiple times of the day. Surprisingly enough I use it most now as an mp3 player which is what it initially started out as to be. My wife downloaded a great 1 hour meditation song for me that I use to fall asleep to. It is some slow melody with rain noise in the background. We got it free from Amazon with their free 3 mp3 offer for black Friday.

I actually like to use my ipod touch to browse my netflix queue and wish I could play movies on it. I looked it up on the Internet to see if they have plans to enable the devise, and I guess rumor has it that it will one day. The main problem is the operating system and platform won't support it yet.

While doing this search I did find this other site to help me get more knowledgeable about my gadget. Check it out and I hope you find if useful too.

Walmart $195 Apple Ipod Touch G3 with $50 I Tunes Card

This is an amazing deal at Walmart and only for 1 day from 5am to 11am. It will be on Black Friday and if I didn't have one already, I would buy this for me. This would also make a great gift for someone.

Walmart Advertisement

I tried to embed a picture of the ad sales but I kept getting an error. The item is on page 30 right hand corner. ;)

My 1st Apple Ipod Touch video

OK, I was surfing the internet on a safari browser and saw this good review of the Apple Ipod Touch 2nd generation. Also know as 2G. This is the previous version because Apple just released the 3rd Generation aka 3G at a lower price with the previous firmware updates included.

What can I say, I still love this gadget and think in the future if I can get a great deal I might upgrade to to newest one with more memory. I think getting the cheapest in the beginning is good because you want to play with it and make sure you like it.

Here is the video from CNET.

Apple Ipod Touch has TV out capability

OK, while I was exploring the settings on my Apple Ipod Touch I saw a TV out function in the settings area. I wondered what this could be. So I checked out the internet and I guess there is a cable that allows you to connect the Ipod Touch to a TV and have it become a monitor. I found this video, and am considering buying the cable if it looks like it would be fun to have and use.


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These kids are playing a video game and can see it on the big screen. Very fun!

I did see another application that allows you to watch TV on your Ipod touch. I will blog about that next time after I download it and check it out.

Apple Ipod application: Pocket MBA

I always wanted to pursue a higher degree after getting my 2 bachelor of science degrees in finance and marketing. The problem was lack of dedication and money to pay for tuition.

I know most people go back to get their degrees for career purposes, but for me it would be to better myself. Anyways, I was looking at apps and this came up as a free app. I don't think this would be an app I normally would search for and buy, but because it was free for a limited time, I wanted to explore it. The app is called Pocket MBA.

This is definitely a good app but definitely not a substitution for an MBA. I wish they made Apple Ipod Touches in my time (20 years ago) when I was going to college. This would have definitely been useful and helped me study more efficiently. Back then I would use index cards and create flash cards as study aids to prepare for exams. This program is pretty good.

However, it doesn't motivate me to go back to graduate school. LOL

Apple Ipod update

I use my Apple Ipod Touch everyday. Skype is one of my favorite programs to use on it. It allows me to make phone calls at any place I have a wifi connection. It does have the ability to send text messages too, but it looks pricey compared to other programs that are available out there.

Since purchasing my Ipod Touch a newer version has come out at a lower price point of $199. I guess I bought mine 3 months too early. I have no regrets though because it is a great gadget. I notice sorting through my Gmail emails is much easier and faster than online because of the way google has its application set up on the Ipod.

Anyways, I love my Apple Ipod Touch.

Skype on the Apple Ipod Touch

I have had the skype program on my computer for a few years. I didn't use it in a while because I have a voip business phone and the sound quality on that was much better.
When I started checking out the apps, I realized that the Ipod Touch 2nd generation had a mic application built in unlike the previous version. So I thought I would give it a try.
I ordered some eom headset with built in mics from Ebay. Of course, they were sent out from Hong Kong. I received them today, and plugged them in and nothing.
I talked and left voicemail messages and was disappointed. I started reading the forums to see if there were mods or apps I needed to install to get the mic to work. My wife asked me what I was doing and I explained it to her. She asked if I had the volume on? DOHHHHHH
I tried the skype program again with the volume up and viola, it worked. I love being married to someone smarter than me. LOL.

Basic web surfing capabilities

I am still very happy with my purchase on this Apple Ipod Touch. The basic apps that come with it are very useful.




The main apps that are probably often used are YouTube, Maps, Mail and Weather. I have used those applications everyday so far. Yeah I know less than 3 days only, but still I am not bored with it.

I did download some free apps. They are actually games and my wife chose them. They are fun and I will talk more about them in later posts. Anyways, have a great weekend. Cheers!

Excellent Apple Ipod Touch commercial

This Apple Ipod Touch commercial made me want to get one.



I haven't done everything this commercial does, but I have done quite alot in the time that I have owned it. This Apple Ipod touch is literally a computer and can do most things a laptop can do.

My 1st Apple Ipod Touch humble beginnings

Yes, I have recently purchased one of those new Apple Nerd Gizmos and I am impressed to say the least. I didn't think I could really get excited over any of these computers or gadgets out there any more, but this one has definitely caught my interest.
Here are my first pictures of my new toy, I mean new computer gadget.




One of the first things I noticed is how thin and sleek it looks and feels in my hand. Very solid construction as opposed to my netbook which seems mostly made of plastic. Don't get me wrong, I like my netbook and it serves its purpose, but I think this would have been a more smarter purchase at the time.



This is a picture of my main blog and you can see it is very sharp and clear even in its tiny screen size. The zoom function is excellent on this. It is completely customizable to the size you like.





Even though I have only had it for 24 hours, I am extremely satisfied with this purchase. I have downloaded a couple of free apps, surfed the internet, checked email, and watched a few youtube videos on it. The battery life is about 6 hours.

The only negative thing is the oily screen and numerous fingerprints from all the finger touching you have to do on the screen.

Currently, I am on the hunt for a case to house and protect my toy, I have already ordered a headset so I can use my Skype on this device, and will probably purchase a stylus because typing on the tiny keyboard is challenging and I am prone to making a ton of errors.