Chapter 8. Explore iPod Extras

Most people purchase an iPod for listening to music and viewing video content. However, this doesn't mean that the iPod cannot be put to use in other capacities. For example, you can use your iPod to play games, which you can purchase from the iTunes Store. You can also use your iPod to store photos, and even run a photo slideshow.

You can also use your iPod for more practical purposes. For example, you can use the iPod Clock as an alarm clock and to track multiple time zones. Indeed, your iPod can operate as a personal digital assistant (PDA). You can sync your iPod with Microsoft Outlook or iCal and Address Book to store your contacts and calendar entries. You can also use your iPod to store notes to yourself and, ...

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