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 Works well with a few minor flaws. Aug 19, 2009
This is a nice alternative to much more expensive iPod armbands, though it's also the first I've tried.
It works well overall. The band itself is elastic and adjustable via a velcro strap. The iPod fits into a silicon casing that holds the iPod in place and can be used as a regular iPod protector case without the armband itself. There are openings for both all the ports and controls of the iPod classic. The iPod is fairly secure and I've never experienced it fall out or come loose, even during activities such as running. The headphone jack, when plugged in, actually acts to secure the case to the iPod. The band even comes with an adhesive screen protector, which is a nice bonus, though I don't use it.
However, there are some design flaws and practical issues. First, the band can be slightly uncomfortable at times. In order to keep your iPod secure around your arm during running or excersize, for example, you may have to tighten it a point where it starts to cut off circulation somewhat and feels tight. I'm also not really sure where the band is intended to be worn. I've been wearing it around my bicep, and only recently discovered that if I ran the adjustable velcro strap through the slit in the back of the silicon case twice, rather than one, I could make it tight enough to fit snugly around my forearm as well, which might not have the same problem. Since there are not pictures of the band in use and no instructions, however, I'm not sure which method was intended.
More problematic, however, is the orientation of the iPod in relation to the band itself: it is oriented so as to be parallel, rather than perpendicular, with your arm. This is more than just a geometrical preference; it is not adjustable (rotatable) so if you where the band around your bicep, you'll have to wear it "upside down" so that you can lift your arm and actually read the screen or use the controls. On your forearm you have a similar issue, though it's much easier to read and work the iPod. I am finding that the best location for functionality is on the underside of the forearm (with the top pointing towards your wrist. However, sometimes I get the feeling that I'd like to rotate the thing and wear it on the outside of my forearm (more like a really big and clunky watch.
Speaking of clunky, running with an iPod classic strapped to your arm is still a bit awkward as it bounces around a lot. This will probably be much, much less of a problem strapped to the forearm rather than the bicep, however, and may not even be an issue at all (haven't tried it yet, but it feels so much more stable and secure).
Overall, I think the biggest flaw with this armband is that the silicon case makes the "hold" switch much more difficult to use (indeed, outright frustrating). But this isn't a huge problem, since you're not likely to need the hold switch (there's really not much chance of accidentily hitting the controls with the iPod on your arm rather than, say, in your pocket).
There are a few other problems I would list more as "unsolved problems relating to having an iPod strapped to your arm" rather than actual design flaws. For example, having your earphone cord dangling from your arm is not exactly ideal and can lead to inconvenient instanced where your cord will get caught on something that will pull your ears and/or out of the iPod (which could lead to damage to the audio port). I could imagine this potentially being dangerous... like when riding a bike or other sports. I'm not sure if other models seek to solve this problem, but this one does not seem to (you can try using the band itself to hold unused stretches of cord, but this only works so well).
All in all, I'm very happy with this product, although I may still take a peek at other models when and if I see any in stores so I can get a better comparison. One thing's for sure, though... for the price this is a great deal.
Grantwood Technology Ipod Armband Aug 12, 2009
I have tried other brands of armbands before but this is the only one I've liked and at such a good price I'm so glad I didn't pass it up.It doesn't slide down my arm or move too much when I run with it.It's comfortable.A very good buy.
 Great Deal Apr 15, 2009
This is a great armband, especially for the price! The band is very comfortable and stays in place great, even when I get really sweaty. I would definitely recommend this one!
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Good product Jan 12, 2009
I'm very satisfied with this armband, it is very useful when you need to move around with your Ipod.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Great product with a great price! Oct 08, 2008
I've used other armbands to hold my Ipod and this is the best. It is simple and comfortable (does not pinch like others tend to do) and is comfortable for wearing for long periods of time. It also easily fits around my upper arm, which others I tried barely did. In addition it is easy to remove from your arm and the band is easy to remove and replace onto the Ipod skin.
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