
I have been using this unit for more than 4 years. It is still a good device in a great form factor, but the feature set is showing it's age.
I don't believe that peoples lust for a $200 piece of electronics would drive them to crime, if so then why aren't laptops creating a similar crime wave?
I do think the people wearing iPod (or any other set of headphones) are more attractive targets for criminals because these people are by definition less aware. It is worth remembering that a showing off an expensive piece of equipment can draw some unwanted attention.
David Codrea writes about gun rights, the abuses of government and the police, and gun control issues. I read this blog every day, and it usually has some well-reasoned, on-point commentary.
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