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iPod: Use iPod as an Alarm Clock

Contributed by pro-ipod on April 15, 2007 under iPod

Never be stuck somewhere without an alarm clock again. With these directions you will be able to enable the alarm clock feature of Apple’s iPod.

iPod Shuffle: Simulate the hold switch

Contributed by qmchenry on February 24, 2007 under iPod

Bigger iPods have a hold switch which prevents unintentional button presses. While size does matter in a portable music devices, the Shuffle’s small stature didn’t leave space for a hold button. No problem, though. This trick will show you how to lock and unlock your little shuffle.

iPod Shuffle: Jump to the beginning or end of the playlist

Contributed by qmchenry on under iPod

The controls on the iPod Shuffle are elegantly simple. With simplicity comes limited control (there is only so much real estate). With 200+ songs on the device, control freaks may find it frustrating to navigate. This quick shortcut will jump to the beginning of the playlist.

iPod nano: How To Set the Sleep Timer

Contributed by shamanstears on February 19, 2007 under iPod

Wouldn’t you like to set your nano to go to sleep after a certain amount of time? This would come in handy if you are planning on falling asleep yourself and you want to conserve battery power. By following these steps, you can set the sleep timer for your nano and you both can enjoy a nice nap!

iPod: Store Full Resolution Images

Contributed by shamanstears on December 8, 2006 under iPod

By default, iTunes optimizes your images before it syncs to the device. This optimization results in a copy of the image that is of less quality than the original. This can be detrimental if you use your iPod to transport digital photos and other images to another computer. To bypass this process and keep the quality and resolution of your image, do the following:

How To Use Your iPod as a Drive

Contributed by shamanstears on November 20, 2006 under iPod

Your iPod can act as a storage device for backing up files or transporting them. To enable this, follow the steps in this Tech-Recipe.

iPod: How To Reset the nano if it Locks Up

Contributed by shamanstears on under iPod

One common problem with the iPod nano is that the device can lock up. This can often be fixed by simply resetting the device. To reset your nano, follow this Tech-Recipe.

iPod: Sync Calendar and Contacts with Outlook

Contributed by shamanstears on under iPod

You can upload your Outlook Calendar and Contacts to your iPod, giving you portability to your info. Just follow this Tech-Recipe:

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