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Title: Ipod Touch
Post by: timetobeme on March 14, 2011, 10:34:16 PM

Hey guys,

I am looking for something that will allow me to browse the net from the convenience of my couch.  I am thinking of getting an Ipod Touch primarily for the purpose of a web browser (Yes, I do have wi-fi).  My question: how do you like using the Touch for a browser?  I know it is small, but is it still functional?  What are your thoughts and possible alternatives?  Please keep in mind that a couple hundred is all I am willing to spend for the convenience of web browsing from my comfortable couch.

Title: Re: Ipod Touch
Post by: -Doug- on March 15, 2011, 07:44:27 AM

I have an iPod Touch and it is pretty decent for browsing given it's small size. If you do decide to go with it, I would recommend buying another browser though. The built in browser is ok, but there are other out there that are better IMO. Atomic Web browser is what I use.

Also, another thing to consider is the 1st generation iPad. Since the iPad 2's came out, all of the 1st gen's are $100 off. So the 16GB wifi model is $399. Which, depending on which iPod you were looking at, isn't too much more than an iPod.

Title: Re: Ipod Touch
Post by: TheSlyBear on March 15, 2011, 09:05:32 AM

I have both an iPod Touch and a first-gen iPad. The latter is a much better browsing experience.

Title: Re: Ipod Touch
Post by: -Doug- on March 15, 2011, 09:08:26 AM

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I have both an iPod Touch and a first-gen iPad. The latter is a much better browsing experience.

I meant to mention that as well. Given the choice between the two I will always go to the iPad. That is if I can pry it away from my wife :@`  :)

Title: Re: Ipod Touch
Post by: timetobeme on March 15, 2011, 10:40:42 PM

Good advice guys.  Thanks for your input!

Title: Re: Ipod Touch
Post by: Tyler on June 08, 2011, 01:34:37 AM

If you haven't purchased anything yet, take a look at the various 7inch Android tablets.  Cheaper than Apple and does just as much, if not more.

Title: Re: Ipod Touch
Post by: Barry on June 08, 2011, 07:56:31 AM

I need a word processor; Does the touch have one?

Title: Re: Ipod Touch
Post by: -Doug- on June 08, 2011, 09:07:40 AM

Quote from: Barry on June 08, 2011, 07:56:31 AM

I need a word processor; Does the touch have one?

**Disclaimer - I am not trying to solely promote Apple products. :*)) They are just the only devices that I have hands-on experience with.**

It does have an app called Pages (http://www.apple.com/apps/pages) that does word processing, but I don't think it would be practical for writing more than a few paragraphs just because you're inputing it on such a small keyboard. The app is also available on the iPad which you can connect a physical keyboard to via bluetooth.