After a week out of the box, even with the use of an iPod sock my iPod had a load of superficial scratches on the display, case and back

password).Things you may need to also buy (don't just budget for the iPod, because realistically you'll also need some other accesories):- Protective carrying case

I strongly recommend purchasing a cover or carry-case as the surface scratches easily and cannot be buffed or repaired.

I would get a good case to protect it

Although the black iPod is desirable, the case is VERY easily scratched

This time with the video they've taken virtually everything away, no dock, no adapter, no peripherals, and added the crappiest thinnest case you could imagine which wont really protect the unit long term

Well, it looks great, sounds great, and love the black case

It also has a case around it like the new ipod videos but doesn't scratch up at all

No block at all!But there are several thing to remind you, there is no POWER Adapter in case, and they trade off a like-leather case

I recommend getting A good case (I got a black eVo3 case) because if you dont I guarantee you that your screen will scratch

, i don't think any solid old iPod case fits perfectly

NO PROTECTIVE CASE:

He fixed the problem and even gave me a free case

I recommend getting a protective case for it just to keep it looking like new

no dock just the usb cable and a cheap case

There is no charger, no dock, no decent case (which given the propensity to scratch is a clear and present danger).

While I understand that they are trying to keep the costs reasonable, which I do greatly appreciate, I am still somewhat dismayed by the discontinuance of a proper protective case.

Consider getting a semi-hard carrying case to protect your investment.- Car accessories

(I haven't bought a third party iPod case for it as of yet as the cheap leather case that Apple throws in seems to be adequate to my needs)

5G cases are not available

The quality of sound, in my opinion, has improved majorly, and the new case for this thing fits snug, which is good because it won't slip out

the cases are fun , u can make them match any outfit you have

When more cases are available, this should get better, but Apple's stock case is suprisingly shoddy for the usual Apple elan

so if you buy one get a good case to go with it

An Ipod that continues to play music, shows photos, plays video (for longer than 3 hours, I mean c'mon), has all the normal cables and hookups and software, doesn't scratch with the slightest bump (or comes with a protective case that works)

Unfortunately most of the best covers and cases are expensive but it's a wise investment granted that they're not too bulky.

It was a great purchase and he made it super easy as well as gave me a great product