Internet on iTouch I'm really interested in buying the iTouch but the only thing I wonder is about the internet. Is it easy to set up? Does it cost anything initially to set up? Will it connect anyplace as long as there is wireless internet? Internet on iTouch I'm really interested in buying the iTouch but the only thing I wonder is about the internet. Is it easy to set up? Does it cost anything initially to set up? Will it... » Read More Internet on iTouch I'm really interested in buying the iTouch but the only thing I wonder is about the internet. Is it easy to set up? Does it cost anything initially to set up? Will it connect anyplace as long as there is wireless internet? « Show Less
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J Grady is right. After you've paid your cable bill or what not, it's all FREE and easy, just like on a laptop! It can connect to unsecured networks without a password - like some coffee shops. And secured networks with one - like some hotels.It's really, really fast and easy. See if you have a wireless router in your home. If not, check out Best Buy, you can get one for under $50.
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Pretty sure you need a wireless router in your home, yes. The WiFi on the iPod Touch can only find wireless interenet where wireless internet exists. Routers are fairly cheap and easy to set up, or so I've been told (I don't know how it all works either!).Otherwise, it'll work anywhere there's free WiFi. As I've never used WiFi, I've no idea if you need to ask the store (coffee shop, bookstore, hotel, wherever) for a password(??) -OR- If you just click to find internet and it does it(??)
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Yes, you will need a wireless router if you want to use it in your home. When the iPod searches for connections it will search for wireless connections in range. Most places that have WiFi will not require a password. The only place I have been that you needed a passord for were hotels (they put the password on a card in your room).
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With the iPod Touch you don't have to do anything to set it up and it doesn't cost anything. It will connect anywhere there is wireless internet as long as it is open or if you have the password to a secure connection. With ours, if we get on it at home we have to type in our password but if you are somewhere that offers Wi-Fi like at a fast food restaurant, all you need to do is open the internet on your iPod and it will come right up. Hope this helps!
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Do you have to have a wireless router in order to get hooked up to the internet with it? I don't know how it all works :(
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I bought the ip cam viewer app and was able to set it up see it on the same network but once I leave the network it wont work. Something about the ip address not being static but always changing. I was unsuccessful in setting up the record either since I'm not an IT guy. I think unless you really know networking it's pretty complicated for a noob like myself. There are couple of free ip camera viewers out there so check it out. I'm able to view, pan, and tilt with the one I got. Just wish I knew how to take advantage of the full potential. Sorry I couldn't have been a better help.
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I need help to I was all set to purchase the new Archos 605 WiFI it comes out on 9/1. Then I read about Creative Zen but haven't researched it enough yet or read reviews on it so I am undecided now till tomorrow. I will read all about Creative Zen and read different reviews then make my decision. I want to compare them both I may try that at Cnet. But I would like to know which one you ended up getting? I was all set on the 604 Wi Fi actually till I read the 605 comes out 9/1. Now I am unsure but I think I'll end up with Archos. Rose
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Internet is necessary. Some apps come with it. Mine crashed about 2 weeks after I got it. I'm returning it and hopefully the next one will be fine. Happy New Year!
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I had no problem with connecting using wifi. No problem with app store. Are you using wifi or Ethernet - can only use one or the other. If using Ethernet then check to see if it is turned on in setting. It has to be manually enabled. Are you able to browse the net? If not then I would think that the problem is the network connection or bad unit. Hope this helps.
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I have not been able to get mine connected to the internet over my Wireless network. I get an error that says "Contact Sony Directly". Otherwise, I would think it would be in the Apps.
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Connections to this unit are via bluetooth. If you have an iPod Touch, you should be able to use a bluetooth connection, its easy to setup.
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I'm with those who advise contacting Fitbit, so they can reunite the found Fitbit One with its rightful owner. And I'm puzzled at those who say you need to buy the dongle. Does anyone actually use that thing? I synchronize with my phone or my iPod Touch, and have never used the dongle. Since it's the same price as the charging cable (which I think is too expensive), I wish I could have gotten a second cable, instead of the dongle, when I bought my Fitbit One.
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Yes it is also touchscreen and yes I do need the wi- fi to connect to the internet but im currently still stuck on trying to make up a profile and my network is not compatable with the mobile because of the many restrictions. I also see that the phone has something to do with sprint but was clearlystated it was unlocked and has AT&T breanded at the back where the mirror reflection slide is. As I saw the mobile it looked cool and it seemed just to be ready like startup and easy set up but I never knew it would have been this dificult to use and to set up. Another down fall is the shipping company I use will not reship the mobile phone back to amazon. So im highly upset to know im stuck with the mobile phone until I do go back abroad to school this semseter to the US. Im really reconsidering on purchasing mobile phones from Amazon. Please if possible give me a better solution. Ohh my shipping company web page is: https://xpressitinc.com/Home/Index
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Runs Android applications and has swappable memory. IMO better than the iTouch, more flexibility! Most iOS apps have an Android counterpart, so why not do it right at get the PlayMG!?!?
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Looks like normal iTouch doesn't have this yet, but I know the Sony PSP does. You get a somewhat limited web browser and can click on rss links to subscribe. You can listen to podcasts live or tell the PSP when to wake up everyday, I picked 5am, and click which podcast groups you want it to sync for you.It doesn't grab text or blog feeds just audio and video podcasts. I wasn't sure how much I'd use the PSP but the automatic syncing of podcast audio has really made me use it everyday.
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That would be the internet carrier for your device, just like with your cellphone you need a company to provide the internet connection/service. If you have a service provider it insure you have internet connection wherever that company has service. I personally did not want to spend the extra money, so my iPad just has wifi which means I can connect to any other service provider that's not looked. You can connect to your home internet if you have a wireless modem or wifi, also pretty much every public place you go has free wifi. Starbucks, McDonalds, Library, Mall, most restaurants and hotels...etc. Hope this helps:)
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Yes. There are two apps for this device one is got wifi only and the other is for non-wifi. I have yet to access the non-wifi app so I don't know how it looks. But I do know the capability is there. Both apps use your IP address to set up and a password to access if desired.
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Wi Fi is available if U R in a Wi Fi area. U need to tell the phone U R using Wi Fi in the setup area. Anything U do is free unless U go on a paid site to download a paid game. Most of the games on the free sites are quite boring. I believe that most internet functions are available. The draw back is that the screen is rather small and it is very difficult to read anything, I found myself moving the screen around to read, an gave up and went on my computer. The phone itself is really Great. If U Do Not tell setup that U are using WiFi, U will be charged. There is a light on the upper line that lights up letting U know is U are using Wi Fi. Wi Fi is available if U R in a Wi Fi area. U need to tell the phone U R using Wi Fi in the setup area. Anything U do is free unless U go on a paid site to download a paid game. Most of the games on the free sites are quite boring. I believe that most internet functions are available. The draw back is that the screen is rather small and it is very difficult to read anything, I found myself moving the screen around to read, an gave up and went on my computer. The phone itself is really Great. If U Do Not tell setup that U are using WiFi, U will be charged. There is a light on the upper line... » Read More Wi Fi is available if U R in a Wi Fi area. U need to tell the phone U R using Wi Fi in the setup area. Anything U do is free unless U go on a paid site to download a paid game. Most of the games on the free sites are quite boring. I believe that most internet functions are available. The draw back is that the screen is rather small and it is very difficult to read anything, I found myself moving the screen around to read, an gave up and went on my computer. The phone itself is really Great. If U Do Not tell setup that U are using WiFi, U will be charged. There is a light on the upper line that lights up letting U know is U are using Wi Fi. « Show Less
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With wi-fi accessibility, do you need to have a provider (AT&T or T-Mobile) data plan in place (to access something like myspace or other)? What is the least expensive way to go, if you have any idea? I am in NY and do not travel much, but my child is spoiled by the sidekick and we had to cut the web, leaving texting open. It doesn't state it has AIM either. It seems AT&T is better in the no-choice game, but since we have a family network already on T-Mobile and unlimited texting and free T-Mobile to T-Mobile calls, I am not sure there is a savings. Please...its on sale today :)
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Hello Bill, The wifi on my device works but it does take a bit to connect, most of the time the slow connection is due to the wifi signal I am trying to use. I have noticed issues when using both wifi and Bluetooth at the same time. First, I was using a mini Bluetooth keyboard/mouse device combo but soon realized that it was better to use the on screen keyboard with a wireless mouse (with dongle) or wired mouse. I am guessing the Bluetooth/Wireless card might have difficulty running both at the same time. Also, if you are using the built in wifi connection setting on the device, try using a third party wifi connection app; if you are using a third party app, try using the built in setting. Hello Bill, The wifi on my device works but it does take a bit to connect, most of the time the slow connection is due to the wifi signal I am trying to use. I have noticed issues when using both wifi and Bluetooth at the same time. First, I was using a mini Bluetooth keyboard/mouse device combo but soon realized that it was better to use the on screen keyboard with a wireless mouse (with dongle) or wired mouse. I am guessing the Bluetooth/Wireless card might have difficulty running both at the same time. Also, if you are using the built in wifi connection setting on the device, try using a... » Read More Hello Bill, The wifi on my device works but it does take a bit to connect, most of the time the slow connection is due to the wifi signal I am trying to use. I have noticed issues when using both wifi and Bluetooth at the same time. First, I was using a mini Bluetooth keyboard/mouse device combo but soon realized that it was better to use the on screen keyboard with a wireless mouse (with dongle) or wired mouse. I am guessing the Bluetooth/Wireless card might have difficulty running both at the same time. Also, if you are using the built in wifi connection setting on the device, try using a third party wifi connection app; if you are using a third party app, try using the built in setting. « Show Less
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As it has worked for me, I just plug in the cable and it works - your service provider has no control (and therefore cannot charge extra) over how you use the internet connection that you are already paying for. I found it to work seamlessly (used it mostly while travelling; in hotels where they have an internet connection/cable in the room but no wireless - yes there are many places like that in the world) with my tablet, iPad and phone.