When looking at a product of this type, it is important to examine it with a critical eye, since it generally will involve a sizeable investment, and that its practical use needs to justify the price and meet the user's expectations. Added to this is the factor that potential customers might tend to shy away from Apple products because of Apple's past.

This review of the Apple iPod was done without any assistance from Apple. I purchased an Apple iPod at a local CompUSA retail store for my own use. After spending some time with it, I thought I could provide a more objective review of the positives and negatives of the iPod for Windows. (Yes, there were a few things that I didn't like about the iPod, but these are fairly minor glitches!)

Whether you are an Apple products enthusiast or think that the iPod is nothing more than marketing hype, I encourage you to read this review and take an objective look at the technology and usability behind the iPod. You might be surprised by what you will find. I think we were even surprised by our final verdict.