scratches because they put the headphones on the bottom

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scratches because they put the headphones on the bottom

I think the uproar over the scratches may be because they put the headphone jack on the bottom. Why did they do that, it seems stupid.

Besides, if you put it in your pocket then that puts the screen down there where your change is.

Bob

Posted on Sep 29, 2005 11:25 AM

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David.

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Sep 29, 2005 11:27 AM in response to Bob Sabiston

Initially I was perplexed about the location of the jack. then I heard about plans for the lanyard headphones. for that reason, the bottom jack makes some sense. I'm not sure I agree with it being optimal for those of us who don't want a lanyard headphone.

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Answer 2

Sep 29, 2005 11:39 AM in response to David.

put your nano in a case and you won't have a problem.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ShowImage.asp?image=17-145-124-07.JPG,17-145-124-0 6.JPG,17-145-124-04.JPG,17-145-124-01.JPG&CurImage=17-145-124-06.JPG&Description =VANTEC%20NST-250U2%202.5%22%20USB%202.0%20External%20Enclosure%20-%20Retail

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Answer 3

Sep 29, 2005 11:49 AM in response to MARK KOHLER1

Imagine how this case will look while hanging in your neck. Wonder why people are not demanding better product from apple.

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Answer 4

Sep 29, 2005 12:00 PM in response to Bob Sabiston

zCover cases are top shelf.

I suggest you invest. I did.

After brasso-ing your nano.

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Answer 5

Sep 29, 2005 12:12 PM in response to Bob Sabiston

I like the headphone jack on the bottom because I like to put my ipod in my jacket or shirt pocket. When I pull it out, I am already holding the bottom and I don't have to flip it around to use it. My only (very minor) gripe is I would prefer it on the left side of the bottom so it does not interfere with holding it in my right hand.

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David.

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Sep 29, 2005 1:19 PM in response to SleepsAtNight

I see your point.

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Answer 7

Sep 29, 2005 1:44 PM in response to Karun Verma

"Imagine how this case will look while hanging in your neck. Wonder why people are not demanding better product from apple."

do you guys actually think the reason why the headphone jack is on the bottom so you can wear it around your neck? instead of flaming apple for putting the jack on the bottom why don't you actually stop and think about why.... do you honestly think it would be possible to have the headphone jack AND the screen in the same place while achieving an ultra thin ipod? there's no way you could have the jack behind the screen and have the nano be as thin as it is. it has nothing to do with the lanyard.

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Bob Sabiston Author

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Sep 29, 2005 5:54 PM in response to David.

The other bad thing about it being on the bottom is that it prevents you from unplugging the ipod from the computer. You have to unplug the headphones so that you are able to squeeze the two sides of the connection plug. Annoying.

I guess that's to encourage you to buy a dock.
Bob

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carl wolf

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Sep 29, 2005 10:04 PM in response to Bob Sabiston

Bob,
"Besides, if you put it in your pocket then that puts the screen down there where your change is."

You summed up the problem, Bob. People are putting unprotected Nanos in thier pockets, and are upset when they get scratched.

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-KT-

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Sep 29, 2005 10:12 PM in response to Bob Sabiston

I don't really see how horrible it is to unplug your headphones for a second to plug in your connector. I swear people are so picky anymore.

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Titanmac

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Sep 29, 2005 10:25 PM in response to -KT-

I agree with you KT.. But I think its on the bottom because there is no room for it on top with the display and with the Nano being so thin...

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Answer 12

Sep 29, 2005 11:12 PM in response to Bob Sabiston

Change in your pocket?
Dude, get a Visa/Debit card, who carries cash anymore!

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Answer 13

Bob Sabiston Author

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Sep 30, 2005 10:33 PM in response to Titanmac

yeah i'll take the color screen and overall excellence over getting to unplug it more easily any day
Bob

ps but i think the coins vs screen is gonna be trouble

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Bob Sabiston Author

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Oct 22, 2005 2:38 PM in response to DigitalEye

Having had the nano for a few weeks, I think it was a major design flaw to put the headphones on the bottom.

Not only does it put the screen where your change is, but have you tried running with it? With the cord coming out the bottom, it goes toward your body instead of away from it, and this minor difference makes it a lot easier for the headphones to get caught up as you move.

Whoever said it makes more sense because you pull it out of your shirt pocket--I can see the sense in that, but honestly it's just as easy to pull it out of a shirt pocket right-side up.

They perhaps should have switched to the smaller-style mini-plug like cell phones have, if space was the issue.

Bob

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