Customer Reviews
So good we had to replace it! 
2007-01-14
I originally purchased this arm band from Apple when I bought my wife an iPod mini back in 2003. She is quite the fitness enthusiast, so the arm band got regular use over the past 4 years. The plastic finally failed, which I suppose is to be expected. She really like this product and asked me to find a replacement. Unhappy with fully enclosed arm bands made of neoprene, I simply ordered the same arm band, which is no longer available in Apple Stores. I expect it to last longer than the mini.
There is a better and much cheaper alternative 
2005-09-05
There is no need to buy this armband. Just get yourself a length of two-sided velcro (There is a kind that sticks to itself.) Wrap it around your arm and attach your iPod to it using the belt clip that came with it. This technique is especially good for those of us with large muscular arms where standard arm bands (like this one) won't fit.
I hate it! 2005-07-08
Either I am idiot or this product is very poorly designed! It takes forever to get it just right, so that it won't slip off and still it feels uncomfortable and not quite right. Now they have them in sorts of colors, don't buy it, you'll just get annoyed everytime you want to use it, like me.
The clip is better 
2005-05-04
I bought the armband when I got my mini ipod. However, the belt clip that comes with the iPod is perfect to clip to my shorts while jogging. You don't need this large, clunky armband!
Destined for the back of a drawer 2005-03-04
I found the armband to be uncomfortable and inconvenient. I think the upper arm is just a bad place to carry an iPod. The added weight is distracting when I'm running. Even worse is any activity that requires me to flex my biceps at all, so lifting weights is out. Put it on too tight, and I constrict the muscle. Loosen it a little, and the band slips off. There is no happy medium. Also, the earphone cord gets in the way more when it's leading from my arm.
The belt clip that came with my iPod mini works much better for me. I clip it on the waistband of my sweatpants when I'm working out and it remains very secure, even when I'm running on the treadmill. And the cord stays close to my body, where it is far less likely to get caught on something.
The only advantage of this product is that it lets you advertise to the world that you own an iPod mini. Big deal. My armband is destined to be forgotten in the back of a drawer at home.
Not As good as I thought 
2005-03-04
Use the optional neoprene arm band to wear your lightweightiPod mini - perfect for keeping iPod mini secure while running or working out.
Good for what it is, but not in combination 
2005-02-24
This armband is good for what it is: Something to keep your iPod mini secure while you're working out, or doing other activities you want to have your hands free for. The band is wide enough that it's comfortable, but it's not too big and clunky for a smaller person. The band itself is well built and secure.
My only complaint about this item is that if you use the iSkin to protect your Mini, you'll have to take it out of the skin every time you want to use the arm band. When I was going to the gym every day, this was a very large hassle. If you don't have your iPod in an iSkin or similar casing, this armband is great.
As a note, it also doesn't have anywhere for the wearer to tuck in the extra cord from the headphones, which I've seen as a feature on some other arm bands. It's never been an issue for me, but might be something someone else cares about.
As for the price, it is an Apple product. They always are a little more expensive.
Watch out! Make sure the ipod mini is in stock first. 2004-11-27
I ordered the Ipod Mini (pink) and this Arm Band at the same time. A day later, I get an email from Circuit City (the online affiliate of Amazon for the Mini) saying they have no Ipod Mini's instock and my order is cancelled. But, Amazon does not cancel my order for the Arm Band nor can I cancel it. So, I getting an Ipod Arm Band and no Ipod. Real Lame. I would wait until you have confirmation of shipping on the IPod Mini, before getting this Arm Band (they don't arrive together anyway) or you could be stuck getting an Arm Band (for $30) and no IPod.
GREAT product, BAD price. 2004-07-09
Thie armband is a wonderful THEFT DETERRANT. Though velcro, is a safer bet than the eprovided ipod clip.
Putting on and taking off the arm band is just involved enough to prevent theft or loss. Before a theft could be completed, it would be noticed by the wearer.
But, the amazon price is bad. Go to comp usa or microcenter.
A must have exercise accessory 2004-06-27
If you plan on using your iPod Mini while exercising, you need to get this great arm band! The velcro closer holds tight (but not too tight) and doesn't slip while you are jumping around or running on the treadmill. It fits so nicely on my arm that I often forget I'm even wearing it.
People have complained about the price, but this was a thirty bucks well spent for me. I don't leave home without it!
