They should make one that looks like an original gameboy.

Not only would no one want it but you could use it as a weapon.

This is so dumb - it only protects it if you're in a place where you get mugged but you're not actually using your iPod.

If the concern is for people that are targeted for using their iPods, then just put it in your pocket or bag and don't listen to it. There's no need to put it in a stupid tin when it's not in use.

The point is to not make yourself a target - which basically means not wearing headphones. No matter what the iPod's in, if it can't be seen and you're not wearing headphones, you likely won't be the target of an iPod mugging.

"I swear I don't have an ipod, these white headphones are connected to this mint box."

There's no hole to connect earphones. So you're just paying for a tin box with foam padding. In order to play your iPod, you'd need to take it out of the tin box... which makes more people notice it.

And here I've just been using a leftover Altoids Tin:
http://herbiesworld.blogspot.com/2005/08/hack-of-day-altoi...

That's from a year ago, I got a gen1 Nano for Christmas last year and did the same thing with it...

Guess I should have patented it, or at least started a business drilling holes in the hundreds of empty Altoids tins in my desk drawer...

The first gen shuffle fits into an Altoids gum tin and the first gen Nano fits into a regular Altoids tin. Drill a hole for the earphone jack, put in some sticky backed foam and you're good to go.

As noted above, this is more or less USELESS. I like the Gameboy idea though, how hard would it be to hack up a iPod remote to use the buttons on the front of a deceased GB? I bet it would be very easy for someone with a little free time and a soldering iron.

Another idea would be to disguise it as a busted down tape player. Many years ago, I came thiiiiiiis close to getting shot by a mugger in Washington DC who wanted my headphones and whatever I had them connected to in my pocket. When I pulled out my old and busted Wal-mart tape player, he just cursed at me and walked away.

i personaly dont have or even like ipods, however hiding behind a tin will in no way save your masculinity. if you like an ipod, then use it and screw whoever may try and take it from you. if you cant stand up for yourself w/ out a peppermint tin (yes very manly product in and of itself; for the record my little sister likes candy tins) then you shouldnt expect the purchase of said tin to add anything to you. try growing "a pair" in stead.

This idea is soooo old. I have seen creative zen players in tins as far back as 2 years ago. However I have not seen this limited to just mp3 players but I have also seen tube and transistor amps inside of mint tins aswell. I believe they are called "cmos" amps and most of them are home made.

A real man wouldn't have an iPod in the first place.

He sings himself songs in his head, remembering those that have died to give us the freedome to sing songs in our heads.

So, do i-pods not generate any heat?

Have the Altoid tin users had any heat issues?

A real man would hand over the damn iPod so he can continue earning a real share of the real income for his real family, instead of throwing his life away over a $300 MP3 player.

A real geek would put his iPod in a disguise that offers enough space for a bluetooth transmitter, and get some headphones that don't scream, "I have a $300 MP3 player in my pocket!"

To Judge: No heat issues whatsoever with iPods.

I'm not exactly interested in keeping (?!) my masculinity (ahem - I'm a woman! LOL!). But this thing is just ridiculous.

If you want to listen to your iPod, but are concerned someone might see it and try to take it, the solution is incredibly easy. Well, at least for people with hair that reaches the collar on a shirt.

Get "behind the ear" earphones.

I use my earphones, and no one can tell I'm listening to an iPod at all. Even my husband has problems knowing I'm listening to my iPod, even when he's looking straight at me.

The wire goes down my back, under my clothes. It continues to loop to my pocket in which I have my iPod. You cannot see the iPod, can't see the wires, and the actual earphones in the ear are not easily seen unless you're very close because (1) they're clear and (2) my hair covers them.

And the best part of all is you don't have any dangling wires getting in the way. And no tin foil cases (or hats!) to worry about.

There's a female posting on Gizmodo!!! And she mentioned something about things under her clothes! *insert drool sound*

I can't believe anyone would pay for that. Just buy some Altoids, enjoy the mints, and pack your iPod in there when your finished.

I have an pentax optio camera that I keep in an altoids can. It is protection from damage and theives. (unless their out to lift some mints)

first of all the white headphones screams mug me I'm a mindless lemming. Just get some black headphones and keep your shiznit hidden when ghetto fools are around. That, are joing a MMA club and learn to kick some ass..

Gadget thievery is not much of a problem in Texas because you never know who is carrying a concealed fire arm. Forget the altoid tin and tucking in wires through your shirt and just get a .45 already.

Is Gizmodo stuck in 1986? Now days every New York city subway car has at least 10-15 people playing their Ipods during Rush hour and 3-5 on a slow weekend. Some are even playing their Gameboys or PSPs (very common).

Everybody has one, male, female, business suited Wallstreeters, school kids and ripped-jean hipsters. No one, it seems is afarid of getting theirs stolen.

This may be good for masculinity but may affect cool points.

There are 2 ways of doing it, only one is smart.

A:
1. Buy an Ipod. (People can now see how hip you are)
2. Buy a tin box. (People now can't see your hipnes anymore but you have a greater chance of keeping the player which is a lot bigger now)

B:
1. Buy another Player and while you're at it, buy one which is compatible to standarts.

Yeah....I know I have seen something like this posted before as an Altoids Tin mod. I tried to make one for my nano but it seemed like it barely fit in there.

The only reason why this could be a good idea is maybe because (at least the site says)98% of portable electronics thefts happen when people don't have their ipod on them....so that is probably why there is no headphone holes...it is meant for when your ipod is put away.

SNORT. HOW CUTE.

It looks like it can be used to protect your ipod as well not just from a thief, but like if you have it in your pocket with your keys. protect from scratches and maybe snapping it if you sit on it.
I am going to build one right now, now I have to to go buy some altoids. hrm.