What else do I absolutely need?

Question

I finally have saved enough $$$ for a 5G iPod 60Gb. But before I go to the store/web and buy/order it I would like some input from users about which other things I really need to buy that do not come with the basic iPod.
Any info is highly appreciated!

Answer 1

For the most part, it comes with everything you need. Software, Sync cable which also charges iPod off your USB port, headphone, a cheap case, and the iPod itself.
First thing I would get in addition, and I did, was a screen protector. You know, just the clear plastic film you can buy for PDAs and the like that you simply stick over the front of the iPod. These babies scratch easy. You can cut it to cover just the screen area if you want, but I put a piece over the entire front of mine. Still can use the scroll/click wheel no problem.
Next maybe a more rebust case, basically something that if you dropped the iPod from about three or four feet, you would be reasonably confident your iPod won't bust.
Finally maybe another wall pluggable charger for when you are away from your Mac like at work or on vacation.
Have fun!
Patrick