Apple has created a cultural icon in a very short period of time. If you have avoided the iPod so far, you're in an ever shrinking minority. Designed with the ability to store, playback and switch out various media, the iPod line has a number of products, each created for a specific audience. Regardless of your priorities, photos, music, videos, email, there is an iPod to suit you.

The iPhone is now the largest selling mobile device of all time. Apple have beaten all previous cellular phone sales records with their amazing iPhone. This device can be used for much more than phone calls. it can access email, the internet, applications, and many more useful things. Many people consider the iPod a mobile office now.

The iPod Shuffle is designed strictly for musical mobility. Available in several memory sizes, you can get a Shuffle with a capacity of up to 4GB. iPod Shuffle has been updated yet again. This time it's smaller and responds to voice commands. The earbuds are designed to perform multiple functions so that you can listen to your music and give voice commands as needed. They are a bit expensive to replace, and your iPod won’t interact without them, so treat them carefully. The newest iPod Shuffle identifies songs and tells you what you are going to hear.

The current generation of iPod Nano is the smallest and least expensive of the video versions. Available in 8GB and 16GB sizes, it can store between 2,000 and 4,000 songs or 8-16 hours worth of video. With a good sized, rechargeable battery, this Nano lets you take the show on the road, literally. The most interesting new feature is the ability of the unit to recognize when it is on its side and automatically adjust its picture. You can also simply shake the iPod to have it advance to the next song on your playlist. Sleek and colorful, the iPod Nano is a favorite among youth.

With amazing storage capacity, the Classic iPod is the big daddy of the iPod world. Available only in a 120GB model, this iPod will hold up to 30,000 songs or 150 hours of video. With a long battery life and good picture quality, the Classic is perfect if you have a lot of music and videos you want to have along on a road trip or vacation. This unit can hold every song in your library and still have room left for games and images because it is larger than the other IPods currently available.

The iPod Touch is the newest addition to the line. Similar to the iPhone, this unit lets the user interact through a touch screen. Available in 8, 16 and 32GB versions, this iPod is the pride of Apple’s iPod fleet. With the largest screen available in the line, this is the perfect choice for someone using an iPod predominantly for videos. Most people appreciate the versatility of the touch screen, but be sure you protect it with a cover; when the screen is scratched the unit loses effectiveness.

iPods are reliable, well supported and have numerous applications that can be added after the initial purchase. You will be happy with any iPod you choose.