New fun toy

[Newby]

Ok for those who know me, I always like new and shiny gadgets, so since my Ipod nano took a dive on me I took it back and upgraded to the new 30gb black Video Ipod. First of all in the few tests I have done it's a great thing to have (especially for watching Photoshop TV:)).

So you're probably wondering why I'm posting this in the photo forum, well let me tell you. For those photo gurus out there if you're shooting a lot of pics but only have a few Media cards you will more than likely invest in some type of portable media reading device to off load your cards so you can keep shooting.

I found that there are a few companies, mainly Belkin and Apple that are making media readers to transfer directly from your flash card to the Ipod. So if I get this up and running I'll let you know how it works, it might just save you money in the long run....

If anyone has already tried this let me know I would greatly appreciate the input.

[Thnx4altehFish]

Man this place is really rubbing off on me; I was just
reading about external storage for my Canon last nite.

Was checking the reviews on Amazon (while looking for the
adapter for iPod to Canon photo transfer.)
Ended up checking into the Epson p-2000 photo viewer.
From what I read - if your planning on transferring alot
of photos in the field, make sure you have battery back-ups
for both pieces of equipment.
Downside of the Epson was the wierd file names it gave all the
photos.
Downside of the iPod method was speed, battery life, smaller screen,
(and I think kinda biased reviews against Apple somewhat.)
They mentioned another unit too - think it was a flashtrax
(not real sure about that name.)

We'll be waiting to hear about your experience.
Sorry the Nano's aren't doing so good; I really wanted one.

[swillox]

is this something to do with this ?? http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore?productLearnMore=M9861G/A

Interesting stuff indeed, ... and certainly when you compare with price of a cf card !!

thanks newby, ... feedback please !

too bad I can't see the Rebel in the list... checking further.