I certainly don't want to start a Mac/Windows debate up here.  I use
both, Windows for work and my iMac for fun.

But, the iPod now has over 50% of the MP3 market, and they are aren't
even shipping iTunes for Windows yet.  I read that they make more profit
from an iPod than they do from a Mac, so I think they are really onto
something.

Some of the great things about a Vanagon camper is the excellent use of
space and the flexibility of vehicle uses.  Camping, hauling stuff,
hauling passengers, and just driving to work makes it a great vehicle.
When I buy stuff to put in the Vanagon, I always think small.  By buying
small things, I can put more different things in.

With my iPod, I can put 7500 songs in my pocket (or in a VW bug cup
holder).  That's a heck of a lot of CDs.  Suddenly, I can listen to
anything that I own, while driving or camping.  Small size with great
flexibility.

- Duane

Aristotle Sagan wrote:

> Do you know what I do on sites that require you to download more SW to
> even
> see what they want to advertise?
>
> Take a guess.
>
> Who cares?
>
> A too expensive compter that's never going to have the SW base to be
> mainstream, and a car that's way too expensive for what you get.
>
> BTW - Yesterday I drove by the Apple building in Cupertino, the big
> one on
> Saratoga-Sunnyvale, parking lot looked pretty empty.
>
>
> tim in san jose
>
>
>> From: Duane Fahey <dfahey@VISUALAUTOMATION.COM>
>> Reply-To: Duane Fahey <dfahey@VISUALAUTOMATION.COM>
>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> Subject: Re: It's a Beatiful Day in America!...
>> Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2003 11:24:35 -0400
>>
>> Awesome!  I have just completed putting my entire CD collection on my
>> iMac and my 30G iPod.  It is awesome!
>>
>> Speaking of iPods, I'm considering a purchase of a Honda Element.  At
>> about $22,000 for a loaded utilitarian 4WD vehicle, that I can sort of
>> camp in when needed, and it comes complete with an MP3 direct connection
>> into the really nice stock stereo system, it seems like a pretty good
>> buy.  I considered buying a Beetle, but I like the rear passenger room,
>> hauling capacity, and camping capacity (Honda accessories include
>> curtains, screen for sun roof, and rear hatch cabana).  If the new
>> Microbus was available, I would definitely consider that, but I really
>> want to buy something new right now.
>>
>> Has anyone considered the Honda Element?  I've never owned a Honda
>> before.
>>
>> My '89 Vanagon camper needs new heads, they leak.  I'm not a mechanic,
>> so I'm looking at two quotes from my mechanic.  One for about $2400 for
>> new heads and one for about $3800 for a Boston Bob installed.  The
>> existing engine has 200,000 miles on it.  I may need a new exhaust
>> system at the same time, if they break or something during the process.
>>
>> Thanks for any input!  - Duane
>>
>> Bryan Jones wrote:
>>
>>> It's a beautiful day in America!  The two most creative, innovative
>>> companies
>>> in America when it comes to products, advertising, and marketing have
>>> united.
>>>
>>>
>>> Apple and Volkswagen!
>>>
>>> It's about time. I have been hoping for this for years!  Check it
>>> out at
>>> vw.com.
>>>
>>> TOO COOL!!
>>>
>>> Bryan Jones
>>> 1991 Westy Vanagon
>>> 2003 New Beetle Convertible
>>> 1963 Porsche 356
>>> Apple computer
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
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>> Visual Automation, Inc.
>> http://www.VisualAutomation.com
>> 517.622.1850  517.622.1761 fax
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