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Originally, portable audio players were designed to play music on the go and nothing more. Many companies now offer ways to use MP3 players for other endeavors. While the iPod doesn't include many such features, these input accessories give it extra powers.

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Est. price: From S$188 (US$110)

1. Belkin media reader  This device from Belkin creates perfect harmony between a digital camera and your iPod. Connect the media reader to the iPod, and it will copy digital photos from any storage card (CompactFlash, Secure Digital, SmartMedia, MultiMediaCard, or Memory Stick). Your iPod's hard drive stores the photos until the next time you sync to a PC or Mac. If you've ever had to carry a laptop in order to dump photos from your camera, you'll quickly see why this is such a big deal for shutterbugs--especially the photographer on the go. The media reader requires four AAA batteries and is compatible with new docking iPods only.

Est. price: From S$88 (US$51)

2. Belkin voice recorder  If you were among the throngs of iPod owners wishing Apple had included a voice-recording feature for memos, lectures, and meetings, this module is for you. Plug it into the top of a docking iPod (with the latest firmware) to record voice memos, then upload to your computer. There's even a miniature built-in speaker to play back recordings you've already made. Memos automatically sync with iTunes so that you can listen to recordings back at your desk, as well as e-mail or upload them.

Est. price: From S$88 (US$51)

3. Ten Technology NaviPod  Turn your iPod into a home-stereo component with Ten Technology's NaviPod, a wireless remote for the iPod that can control basic playback functions from across the room. Use the iPod as part of your existing sound system in this manner, or combine it with the NaviPod and a powered speaker system such as JBL's Creature line to form a standalone home stereo. Mimicking Apple's in-line remote, the saucer-shaped NaviPod has five buttons for volume, forward, reverse, play, and pause. Plug your iPod into your hi-fi stereo, relax in the La-Z-Boy, close your eyes, and enjoy complete control over your tunes.

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