[scwritinglady]

So...I'm geeking out over my new toy...do any of you have an iPOD touch? Any suggestions on cool apps, etc?

[yeshuas]

Sounds like Santa (John) was good to you. (-:

I was thinking of getting one so I will keep an eye on the results you get and the responses to what cool apts are available.

Concratulations on the new toy.

[scwritinglady]

Well, actually it was John's grandma haha, yeah grandma! I've only had it a few hours, but so far...it is super cool. I'm not one to have all the latest gadgets so this is pretty cool for me haha.

[kanaloa]

I have to admit I'm jealous of the built in browser on that device. Apple does that incredibly well. My mobile device can't even compare - the Apple touch screens and their mini-view of the internet (as you'd see it from a PC) are incredible.

[imnuts]

I have to admit I'm jealous of the built in browser on that device. Apple does that incredibly well. My mobile device can't even compare - the Apple touch screens and their mini-view of the internet (as you'd see it from a PC) are incredible.

This is off topic, but have you checked out the latest versions of Opera for Windows Mobile devices? I think it may still be in beta, but it's definitely much better than any other browser I've used before on my phone.

[kanaloa]

I have to admit I'm jealous of the built in browser on that device. Apple does that incredibly well. My mobile device can't even compare - the Apple touch screens and their mini-view of the internet (as you'd see it from a PC) are incredible.

This is off topic, but have you checked out the latest versions of Opera for Windows Mobile devices? I think it may still be in beta, but it's definitely much better than any other browser I've used before on my phone.

I'll check it out, thanks for the tip.

[yeshuas]

I have to admit I'm jealous of the built in browser on that device. Apple does that incredibly well. My mobile device can't even compare - the Apple touch screens and their mini-view of the internet (as you'd see it from a PC) are incredible.

This is off topic, but have you checked out the latest versions of Opera for Windows Mobile devices? I think it may still be in beta, but it's definitely much better than any other browser I've used before on my phone.

I loaded Skyfire browzer on my Blackjack II phone, it is a lot faster than the one that came with it

http://get.skyfire.com/

[RipFire12901]

My iPod Touch 32Gb has been quite the usefull device for myself. I've added some screenshots of the apps I have on my iPod, explained them and marked my top ten favorites with a " @FAV@ ".

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::Page 1::

All the included apps.

::Page 2 (Non-internet Apps)::

Remote - I use it to control my computer or Apple TV music.
WordBook - My "on-the-go" dictionary.
EleMints - Mass reference for all the Elements (for my chemistry class)
aSleep - Different sounds to fall asleep to.
Drinks - Instructions for thousands of diff. mixed drinks. @FAV@
Pennies - To keep tabs on money spent
Tipulator - Calculate Tip
Eqivalence - Convert currencies or measurements or etc to other currencies or measurements or etc.
Restaurants - Nutritional info for numerous eateries. @FAV@
Classics - Public Domain Books in beautiful format.
French - Speaks common French sayings.
iTalk - Keeps voice notes (need mic)
Night Stand - Looks like night stand clock

::Page 3 (Internet Apps)::

Facebook - WYSIWYG (to view facebook)
Myspace - WYSIWYG (to view myspace)
Now Playing - Movie reviews, times, etc.
TV Forecast - TV Show Times and etc.
Twitterific (Pro) - Look at Twitter Account(s) @FAV@
HP iPrint - Prints Photos from Photo Library (on iPod)
Save Benjis - Best way to look for cheapest prices
fring - Uses skype to call out on WiFi (also has aim and etc.)
Deliveries - Tracks all sorts of Deliveries (UPS, FedEx, Apple, Amazon, etc. [everything, really])
Google Earth - 3D Google Maps (exactly like google earth online; the world)
AllRecipes - spins categories for meal recipes.
Mint.com - WYSIWYG (to see balances from mint.com)

::Page 4 (Games)::

Tap Tap - Guitar Hero-esqu game of music rhythm @FAV@
Tap Tap NIN - Same concept but with Nine Inch Nails music only
Dance - Same thing but more songs and special levels
Christmas - All Weezer music including Christmas Weezer songs
X-Plane - Flight Sim, amazing realism
X-Plane Airliner - X-Plane with a full on jet
X-Plane Helicopter - X-Plane with a helicopter instead
Enigmo - Physics puzzle game with drops of liquid
Monkey Ball - Same thing as the original but using the tilt sensor
Tetris - WYSIWYG
Cro-Mag - Stone Age racing game like the old mac version
Topple - Fun physics stacking game
Amateur Surgeon - surgery game, lots of fun to remove shards of glass from people @FAV@
Rolando - like Loco-Roco that uses the tilt sensor @FAV@
SimCity - WYSIWYG

::Page 5 (Games and Novelties)::

Scrabble - WYSIWYG @FAV@
Monopoly - WYSIWYG but w/ some weird rules
SPiN - Spinning the object to make it match a shadow
Fieldrunners - Tower Defense game @FAV@
CrazyTanks - Tanks that uses the Tilt sensor
Band - different instruments
Labyrinth - like the real game of labyrinth but with the tilt sensor
touchPhysics - like Crayon Physics
Lightsaber - LIGHT SABERS!! @FAV@
Koi Pond - Fun to show off graphics with, almost zen like
iMunchies - fool friends with a fake popcorn maker
iBeer - fool friends with FREE beer
iMilk - fool friends with milk that turns into whipped cream then into cheese
iSteam - smeer the steam off your screen
Fortune - Fun fortune cookes @FAV@

EDIT:
P.S. I've had no slow downs so far.
P.S.S If you want any more of a review, let me know

[scwritinglady]

My iPod Touch 32Gb has been quite the usefull device for myself. I've added some screenshots of the apps I have on my iPod, explained them and marked my top ten favorites with a " @FAV@ ".

http://files.collinbanko.com/thefiles/others/IMG_0001.PNG
http://files.collinbanko.com/thefiles/others/IMG_0002.PNG
http://files.collinbanko.com/thefiles/others/IMG_0003.PNG
http://files.collinbanko.com/thefiles/others/IMG_0004.PNG
http://files.collinbanko.com/thefiles/others/IMG_0005.PNG

::Page 1::

All the included apps.

::Page 2 (Non-internet Apps)::

Remote - I use it to control my computer or Apple TV music.
WordBook - My "on-the-go" dictionary.
EleMints - Mass reference for all the Elements (for my chemistry class)
aSleep - Different sounds to fall asleep to.
Drinks - Instructions for thousands of diff. mixed drinks. @FAV@
Pennies - To keep tabs on money spent
Tipulator - Calculate Tip
Eqivalence - Convert currencies or measurements or etc to other currencies or measurements or etc.
Restaurants - Nutritional info for numerous eateries. @FAV@
Classics - Public Domain Books in beautiful format.
French - Speaks common French sayings.
iTalk - Keeps voice notes (need mic)
Night Stand - Looks like night stand clock

::Page 3 (Internet Apps)::

Facebook - WYSIWYG (to view facebook)
Myspace - WYSIWYG (to view myspace)
Now Playing - Movie reviews, times, etc.
TV Forecast - TV Show Times and etc.
Twitterific (Pro) - Look at Twitter Account(s) @FAV@
HP iPrint - Prints Photos from Photo Library (on iPod)
Save Benjis - Best way to look for cheapest prices
fring - Uses skype to call out on WiFi (also has aim and etc.)
Deliveries - Tracks all sorts of Deliveries (UPS, FedEx, Apple, Amazon, etc. [everything, really])
Google Earth - 3D Google Maps (exactly like google earth online; the world)
AllRecipes - spins categories for meal recipes.
Mint.com - WYSIWYG (to see balances from mint.com)

::Page 4 (Games)::

Tap Tap - Guitar Hero-esqu game of music rhythm @FAV@
Tap Tap NIN - Same concept but with Nine Inch Nails music only
Dance - Same thing but more songs and special levels
Christmas - All Weezer music including Christmas Weezer songs
X-Plane - Flight Sim, amazing realism
X-Plane Airliner - X-Plane with a full on jet
X-Plane Helicopter - X-Plane with a helicopter instead
Enigmo - Physics puzzle game with drops of liquid
Monkey Ball - Same thing as the original but using the tilt sensor
Tetris - WYSIWYG
Cro-Mag - Stone Age racing game like the old mac version
Topple - Fun physics stacking game
Amateur Surgeon - surgery game, lots of fun to remove shards of glass from people @FAV@
Rolando - like Loco-Roco that uses the tilt sensor @FAV@
SimCity - WYSIWYG

::Page 5 (Games and Novelties)::

Scrabble - WYSIWYG @FAV@
Monopoly - WYSIWYG but w/ some weird rules
SPiN - Spinning the object to make it match a shadow
Fieldrunners - Tower Defense game @FAV@
CrazyTanks - Tanks that uses the Tilt sensor
Band - different instruments
Labyrinth - like the real game of labyrinth but with the tilt sensor
touchPhysics - like Crayon Physics
Lightsaber - LIGHT SABERS!! @FAV@
Koi Pond - Fun to show off graphics with, almost zen like
iMunchies - fool friends with a fake popcorn maker
iBeer - fool friends with FREE beer
iMilk - fool friends with milk that turns into whipped cream then into cheese
iSteam - smeer the steam off your screen
Fortune - Fun fortune cookes @FAV@

EDIT:
P.S. I've had no slow downs so far.
P.S.S If you want any more of a review, let me know

Wow, that was awesome. Thanks! I only have an 8G, but I figure I can just rotate stuff on and off. I'm really interested in Scrabble.

Have you tried watching rented movies from iTunes on it? I have a long plane ride coming up and I thought I might rent my own in-flight movie haha. Does the battery have enough juice for that?

[RipFire12901]

Scrabble has been loads of fun, I've played it numerous times with my girlfriend. We always play "Pass n' Play" from the "Custom Play" menu. I personally haven't played any rented movies onto my iPod Touch (but i have for my Apple TV).

Now then, for your trip I have a few basic battery saving tips:

1) Turn off the Device when not in use. Mine seems to lose battery when asleep too, who knew? ["hold the 'hold'-button for five seconds and swipe"]

2) Turn off Wi-Fi when not in use, especially while in the air (its useless up there). [Settings >> Wi-Fi >> "press on-off switch"]

3) Lower the brightness significantly, you don't need a ridiculously bright screen for everything. [Settings >> Brightness >> "slide the slider to the left"]

Movies do take A LOT out of the battery, try to watch the movie before playing a game to ensure you can watch the movie in it's entirety.
Hope I was able to help some. Have fun with your new iPod Touch!

If you need anything else, ask.