The iPod & iTunes Pocket Guide
As a member of the User Group and in my professional capacity, I get to see a lot of different books. After reviewing this book, I gave it to everyone that got an iPod for the holidays… the book is that great.It’s probably one of the best technical books I’ve read.
First, the books is extremely well organized into eight basic chapters depending on what you have questions on. You can easily find a particular concept in either the Table of Contents or Index. The reader can jump to the item they have a question about or simply read the book from cover to cover. Breen covers both the Mac and Windows aspects of using an iPod and iTunes.
The writing was clear and straight-forward, and while Been did not talk over your head with technical jargon, he didn’t treat you like a “Dummy” either. Great useful tips are interlaced throughout the chapters with some things that are major time savers. He covers everything, not only music, but how to synchronize photos, contacts and appointments with your Mac or PC. Many books gloss over this highly useful aspect of using your iPod
The best chapter by far is the troubleshooting section at the end. When you have a problem with your iPod, Apple’s own documentation is very difficult to find and understand. He takes you step by step through what to do when your iPod stops working and all the possible fixes. That will save you a trip to the Apple store or waiting on hold with tech support.
I tried very hard to find something to counteract my overwhelming positive review, but I can’t. The book explains all aspects of using an iPod—no stone is unturned. The book is easy to read, easy to find the items you need. It’s even easy to carry around. It’s about an inch thick, 5 inches wide and 7 inches long making it easy to fit into a backpack, purse or briefcase. Heck, it’s only $10, and would be a bargain at twice the price.
Not only is this book great for a beginner, but even an experienced iPodder might have a question or two this book will cover for them. If you give someone an iPod, give them this book along with it!
Pros: Excellent reference on how to use an iPod and iTunes
Cons: He could put iPod support people out of business!
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