On Fri, Oct 3, 2008 at 9:49 AM, Jesse Lazar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Hey, > > Is ipod the way to go for portable music player within Linux. My > understanding is that it can be done easily, however I am curious as to what > others use... > > Yes, I am shopping for a portable player and have never owned one! > > Also, I am strictly interested in playing music, not so much videos or > whatever else it is they do... > > I run Ubuntu and the default player is rhythmbox. By default this creates > ogg files when I import a cd into my collection. I am sure that I could > either install another player (or maybe configure this to create mpg files). > I would try to stick with the ogg as my understanding is that it is FOSS. > > I am aware that other companies manufacture these players and my > understanding is that some can play ogg files... > > The 1st thing is to figure out what you need and then find the player that matches that. > What are others using? > > Are you happy with it, what are the shortcomings? > > I wanted an MP3 player that could hold all my music (40+ GB) that would sync with Linux. I put all my music in MP3 so I could play on anything. I had an older MP3 player that used CF cards. I ended up going with an iPod 80GB 5.5th generation. There are fewer choices when you get to 40 GB. An iPod 80 GB had growing room and ended up a bit cheaper then other brands. Plus *everyone* makes iPod accessories. I tried rhythmbox but now I use Amarok on Ubuntu. Your Mileage Will Vary from mine, I'm sure.
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