Have you purchased an iPod? You probably think it's very cool, with lots of great features. The interface is fun, the sound is great, and you have tons of room to store music, books, and even movies and TV shows, just like a flash drive. If you didn't know you could put more than music on your iPod - now you do. All you need to do is plug the device into your computer and drag and drop the files the way you would put data on a CD.

There are so many things you can do with an iPod, but you will need to get accessories for some things. If you do an Internet search for "ipod accessories" you will find millions of choices, making it really tough to just find the good things. For example, narrowing down to iPod add ons and replacement parts that are compatible with your specific hardware is almost impossible when you do such a broad search. If you want to narrow in on what will work for you, search for the model name and generation of your iPod when you start looking for accessories.

You may be wondering what you can buy. The only truly replaceable parts of the iPod are the screen, the battery, and the headphones. You should only replace the screen or the battery if they break, and don't forget to check your warranty--if it is still in effect, you can send the iPod back to it's manufacturer to have it repaired. When it comes to headphones, however, you can purchase a set that will really improve the iPod's sound quality, and in general you get what you pay for, to a point. Be wary of sites that promise seemingly impossible sound improvements, because these are often too good to be true.

But there is a wide variety of iPod accessories out there. From arm band holders you can use while exercising to silicon rubber or leather skins to add drop and bump protection, and all but invisible plastic films that make the device impervious to scratches. Companies have been offering for years speaker docking stations that let you turn your iPod into a stereo system. And some car companies are getting in on the act with in car connections dedicated to the iPod.

Remember, there are just tons of ready-to-go accessories, from tools to track your exercise miles to mixing your own music. I can't seem to locate a GPS receiver, however. Strangely enough, a good source for high-quality items is the maker's own store, but you should check the prices of other providers before you buy. You could find something even better!

Would you like to discover a strange new world of electronics? Do an Internet search for "iPod hacking." You will find our strange things like how to replace the operating system of an iPod with something else, and ways to replace parts of the inside that will make major improvements in the sound quality. Your warranty will be void if you start messing around, so don't take chances unless you know what you are doing. Have fun and be careful!

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