IPOD CASES WITH MAGNETS

i have often heard (i still don't know if it's true...) that magnets are very dangerous near your computer or hard drives. i want to purchase an ipod case with a flip cover that contains magnets in it. has anyone had a problem with a case like this or is this sort of thing alright?

case with magnet button or whatever?
you should be fine, never had problems

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ps.
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Again I have not experienced any problems at all with my player, and its been inside this case for the past 6 months, and my player uses the same dri've as the Zen MicroMessage Edited by DM on 0-4-2005 02:34 AM

A case with magnets.

Hello there,
I've recently bought a 120GB iPod. Since it's my very first iPod, i'm a little worried about its safety. And got http://www.caselogic.com/ipodclassic_trade_120_gb_fitted_case/productdetail/index.cfm?modelid=108941 as a leather case. But it has 2 little magnets, on the bottom right and the left for proper handling and protection.
So, can these magnets hurt my iPod? or is it safe to use that case =)?
Thanks for your help.

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Griffin Technology
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This is my first post, and it is very important. Today, I bought a case for my iPod called "iCase Video," it is made my DigiPower. If it matters, the serial number is IP-LCV-BK. It is a very sturdy case, which is why I bought it, but I am concerned, because the front flap is held down by a magnetic tabs. It is located at the very bottom of the case near the docking area of the iPod. To me, the magnets seem quite powerful. I am worried that these will cause a hard drive failiure. Does anyone think I have anything to worry about? It says it is compatable with my iPod. Please help!!!
XOmegaX76

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