Xilisoft iPod Magic 3.3

Xilisoft iPod Magic is a very complete iPod management suite. It contains the features of three different applications all in a single package. It can be used as a complete iPod backup and restore tool, a DVD ripper, and a multi-format video and audio converter. Although the application asks you to install iTunes, because it might not be able to find devices if iTunes isn't connected, in my case I didn't need to. My iPod 5G was automatically detected.

Once a device is detected, you can download any song or movie from it to your computer by simply selecting the file and then clicking on a button to download the file to your hard drive. You can also copy songs or movies to the iPod. I suspect iTunes will be of help when doing that.

Xilisoft iPod Magic comes with a DVD ripper and file converter. Out of curiosity I tried the video converter. I found that it is very easy to use. You simply add a file and select a conversion profile. Amazingly, there are profiles for every single type of iPod, from the Nano to the Touch. There are even profiles for all the iPhones.