Ipod Touch

• Ipod Touch by timetobeme on 14 Mar, 2011 22:34
• 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.
• #1 by -Doug- on 15 Mar, 2011 07:44
• 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.
• #2 by TheSlyBear on 15 Mar, 2011 09:05
• I have both an iPod Touch and a first-gen iPad. The latter is a much better browsing experience.
• #3 by -Doug- on 15 Mar, 2011 09:08
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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  
• #4 by timetobeme on 15 Mar, 2011 22:40
• Good advice guys.  Thanks for your input!
• #5 by Tyler on 08 Jun, 2011 01:34
• 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.
• #6 by Barry on 08 Jun, 2011 07:56
• I need a word processor; Does the touch have one?
• #7 by -Doug- on 08 Jun, 2011 09:07
• Quote from: Barry on 08 Jun, 2011 07:56

  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 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.