Army Combat Uniform?

Question

Can I wear my Ipod while in ACUs?

Answer 1

you can wear it as long as your not actively engaged in a detail or walking around on post. the same rule is applied to bluetooth phones. you cant be walking around with an earpiece sticking out of your head. you will find that if you simply remove the items then listen to them or use them when appropriate you will have less stress in your life.

take note of sub para (c)

IAW AR 670-1
1–9. Uniform appearance and fit
a. Appearance.
(1) All personnel will maintain a high standard of dress and appearance. Uniforms will fit properly; trousers, pants,
or skirts should not fit tightly; and personnel must keep uniforms clean and serviceable and press them as necessary.
Soldiers must project a military image that leaves no doubt that they live by a common military standard and are
responsible to military order and discipline. Soldiers will ensure that articles carried in pockets do not protrude from
the pocket or present a bulky appearance.
(2) Wear of items on uniforms.
(a) When required and prescribed by the commander, soldiers may attach keys or key chains to the uniform when
performing duties such as charge of quarters, armorer, duty officer/NCO, or other duties as prescribed by the
commander. Keys or key chains will be attached to the uniform on the belt, belt loops, or waistband.
(b) At the discretion of the commander, and when required in the performance of duties listed above, soldiers may
wear an electronic device on the belt, belt loops, or waistband of the uniform. Only one electronic device may be worn;
it may be either a pager or a cell phone. The body of the device may not exceed 4x2x1 inches, and the device and
carrying case must be black; no other colors are authorized. If security cords or chains are attached to the device,
soldiers will conceal the cord or chain from view. Other types of electronic devices are not authorized for wear on the
uniform. If the commander issues and requires the use of other electronic devices in the performance of duties, the
soldier will carry them in the hand, pocket, briefcase, purse, bag, or in some other carrying container.
(c) Soldiers will not wear keys, key chains, or electronic devices on the uniform when the commander determines
such wear is inappropriate, such as in formation, or during parades or ceremonies. Soldiers will not wear items or
devices on the uniform when not performing required duties.

Answer 2

If your listening to that while your on patrol or in a combat zone, it's a good way to get you or someone else killed. Pay attention or you might pay for it the hard way.

Answer 3

I would check the reg. or ask somebody in your chain of command. I would say that you cant wear them since you cant wear the blue tooth ear piece.

Answer 4

I do not know aboyut your ipod but can help with your phone calls home.
Want to phone home to the UK for 2 pence per minute with our internet phone service? This is very popular with the armed forces abroad!

Answer 5

Just not in a combat zone. iPods break easily.

Answer 6

Greg is right, long as you are not walking around or on duty, you may.

Answer 7

obtain and read a copy of your uniform regualtions

Answer 8

Depends on where you are. If you're running around post, no. If you're at the gym, probably.