So you've received an iPod touch this holiday season. Bravo! Whether it was a surprise gift or the result of months of thinly veiled hints, your next move is to get your new gadget kitted out.
It's certainly true that the iPod touch is the funnest iPod ever, but it can still be improved with some choice accessories and, of course, some fantastic apps.
See below for our lists of five must-have accessories for the iPod touch and five must-download apps, and let us know your recommendations for the iDevice in the comments.
5 Must-Have iPod Touch Apps
Assuming you're going to automatically be making a beeline for all the social networking apps (as well as the Mashable iPhone app), here's the next five that need to be on your download list.
1. Skype
These earphones will mean you can convert your shiny new iPod into a telephonic device (thanks to the likes of the Skype app) as well as control the volume and media play back with the control capsule.
Cost: $29.00
This ace accessory will transmit your tunes to your car stereo via an FM frequency (and charge your iPod at the same time) or play back directly on any stereo device via AUX. Griffin also offers a free companion app for easier in-car controls.
Cost: $59.99
3.
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Why would you buy a boring, mass-made case for your iPod when you have got a rainbow of styles, colors and types to choose from on Etsy? Whatever your personal style preference is, you're sure to find a cool case to match and you'll probably have lots of fun looking.
Cost: Varies, example above $39
This is a bit of a boring one, but its dullness will certainly be made up for in terms of usefulness. Get this and you can charge your iPod anywhere, sans-computer and syncing hassle.
Cost: $29
This aluminum stand will hold your iPod in landscape or portrait mode on your desk, bedside table (or wherever you care to place it) and look rather good doing it.
Cost: $39.95 plus shipping
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