Since the 1980s portable entertainment has become increasingly popular. Advances in analogue technology introduced the first portable radios and cassette players, which were quickly overtaken by CD players in the 90s. In recent years MP3 players (such as Apple's iPod) have become the primary form of mobile entertainment for people on the move.

Portable iPods at present have different functions than only playing music, as movie and video files can also be played. While travelling, if a person wants to listen to music or see a movie, it is unnecessary for him to purchase a music playing device, a laptop computer or a DVD player. Multimedia players and iPods have the capacity to store and play a big amount of video and audio content.

First, you will need to download and send mp3 or video files to your iPod. There are a few options getting mp3 and movie downloads. There are a few places online that offer free downloads of music or movies for iPods, but it is important to be cautious.

Visiting file sharing websites can be dangerous. By using these sites you may be gambling with your computer's safety by exposing it to possible viruses, adware or spyware. Also many file sharing sites contain illegal or copyrighted material and you may be fined or prosecuted for downloading these files. Meanwhile hackers and identity thieves may unitize these site to target potential victims.

It is possible for those on a budget to find a reputable source for free music or video downloads. There are many promotional sites that promote new artists and offer free downloads legally. Some established artists will also offer free downloads from their websites. They may only provide sample clips for free, if they are very well known.

Another option is to subscribe to a media library, or pay for each file as you download, whether it be music or video. To get exactly what you are looking for, and to have access to your favorite artists and movies, paying for your downloaded media is always the safest option.