Apple announced today a new range of iPods ready for the holiday season.
Big on the list is the iPod touch which is near identical to the iPhone apart from that it's thinner and has no phone functionality. The nano has been updated to include video support and is a little fatter than previous versions but still incredibly thin.
The iPhone has now dropped in price so the new price is $399 for the 8GB model. There will no longer be a 4GB model.
View: iPod Touch
View: iPod Nano
Big on the list is the iPod touch which is near identical to the iPhone apart from that it's thinner and has no phone functionality. The nano has been updated to include video support and is a little fatter than previous versions but still incredibly thin.
The iPhone has now dropped in price so the new price is $399 for the 8GB model. There will no longer be a 4GB model.
View: iPod Touch View: iPod Nano
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Still that Touch does look nice and the Nano is fat!
Still that Touch does look nice and the Nano is fat!
160GB? I think you misread.
No, he didn't.
I'd love to know what the situation is with *NIX is - I'm tempted to purchase one but I'm scared it won't be compatible.
Also, I think the one benefit with larger space which means superior quality music as well; for me, I like compressing at 256kbps for example.
No, he didn't.
He did, the iPod touch is available in 8GB and 16GB.
It's the iPod classic that offers a 160GB modem. The poster was referring to the iPod touch.
No, he didn't.
He did, the iPod touch is available in 8GB and 16GB.
It's the iPod classic that offers a 160GB modem. The poster was referring to the iPod touch.
I don't think he did, he just mentioned the touch later and said it "looks cool"
No, he didnt' misread, there's the iPod classic 80GB and 160GB
-Rich-
No, he didnt' misread, there's the iPod classic 80GB and 160GB
-Rich-
Ah yes, my bad. I didn't see the "iPod Classic" in there.
No, he didnt' misread, there's the iPod classic 80GB and 160GB
-Rich-
Because the nano looks overly wide at the bottom due to all the empty space, though people who have seen it for real say it looks nicer than in promo materials.
and also i see no point of watching vdieos on the tiny nano.
You're comparing the iPod to other mp3 players when the iPod (at least the iPod Touch) isn't really just an mp3 player anymore.
I might look into this when my trusty Mini finally kicks the bucket. Or maybe it'll go on the X-mas list. At the moment, though, $300 is a lot.
-Spenser
Others think that Apple is God's gift to technology; therefore, it's iPod or die. Yep, they really exist.
And some just don't bother to look at anything else because iPod is now a household name. Just as people refer to any brand of tissues as "Kleenex" or any brand of bandage as a "Band-aid", some people refer to all MP3 players as "iPods".
Just like some people would rather b*tch about them than acknowledge a great product with a great set of features and services.
You're comparing the iPod to other mp3 players when the iPod (at least the iPod Touch) isn't really just an mp3 player anymore.
I might look into this when my trusty Mini finally kicks the bucket. Or maybe it'll go on the X-mas list. At the moment, though, $300 is a lot.
-Spenser
Online music store - No need for that. I download my music for free.
Internet - No need for that.
Interface - Don't like touchscreen. Way too easy to damage.
Coolness - Yeah, that I agree. iTouch looks sick!
So why would I buy an iTouch, that only has 16GB, when my 5th generation iPod has 60???? Or why would anyone buy an iTouch when iPod Classic has so much more storage space?
Before this refresh the technology was not better.
Instead we got:
Shuffle: No change (bit pointless anyway in my opinion)
Nano: Known for being cute and gadgety, now fat! (who would watch video on that tiny screen)
Classic: Same as my 5G from 2 years ago but just higher storage
Touch: Fancy but full of useless features and half the storage of my 5G from 2 years ago
I won't be buying any! I know most disagree but I think these are poor iPods from apple
i would like to see a shuffle cost less than 50 dollars like it should.
Had money waiting on a purchase, but looks like I'll have to wait for the touch Gen2.
Also, I pity those who purchased the iPhone 8GBs originally. 200 dollar price drop .. ouch. I guess the iPhone wasn't selling as much as Apple hoped. They'll see the same issue with the iPod Touch. If there was a hard drive in there, we had a winner.
Ah well, might have to go get myself an actual video device rather than an iPod. If only the touch had a hard drive.
i would like to see a shuffle cost less than 50 dollars like it should.
If you go into the refurb section of Apple's store, you can get a shuffle for $49. Not exactly the same, I know, but it's under $50 and comes with a warranty...
Its about time they started labeling up the real size of the hard drive that is usable, not just Apple - everyone.
Other than that it looks pretty nifty
Whereas 1GB actually = 1,073,741,824 bytes
Whereas 1GB actually = 1,073,741,824 bytes
For manufacturers 1GB = 1,000,000,000 and not what you listed.
1 GiB = 1,073,741,824 bytes (2^30)
1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes (10^9)
red shuffle?
starbucks?
meh
And one more thing!
An ipod that doesnt play music!
woooooboring
An ipod that doesnt play music!
Which one would that be? Oh, right, the one you made up in your demented mind.
Which i love to pieces.
Thank you.
compared to the zune, creative m vision etc
both brought very little to the market
ive owned both!
at least the ipod is a well developed and finished product!
still hate it
how much?
how long does the battery last?
how much is the battery?
can "we" replace it?
and how soon will i have to replace it once i'm tried of being ripped off by apple.
Assuming you're talking about the "Touch" - the battery lasts 22 hours playing audio, 5 playing video. I imagine the battery should be the same as the iPhone - as such it should hold roughly 80% of the original charge after 2 years and gradually degrade (with average usage).
Assuming you're talking about the "Touch" - the battery lasts 22 hours playing audio, 5 playing video. I imagine the battery should be the same as the iPhone - as such it should hold roughly 80% of the original charge after 2 years and gradually degrade (with average usage).
2 years? Yea, keep dreaming my friend. Lithium Ion batteries lose 20% of their charging capacity after roughly 1 year and after two years, they hold about 65% of their charge.
Unless of course Apple is using a patented, custom made battery
Unless of course Apple is using a patented, custom made battery
Source? Usage? or are we just spouting here...
Unless of course Apple is using a patented, custom made battery
Source? Usage? or are we just spouting here...
Both, actually. Good thing you asked.
Here's a very detailed description of lithium ion batteries and their durability, lifetime, etc.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/generic...cname=c00596784
Unless of course Apple is using a patented, custom made battery
Source? Usage? or are we just spouting here...
Both, actually. Good thing you asked.
Here's a very detailed description of lithium ion batteries and their durability, lifetime, etc.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/generic...cname=c00596784
Not sure how you think this applies to the ipod given that it talks about moderate use being 300-500 charges a year. I know that if I had one I wouldn't be using my ipod for the 5 hours video or 25 hours audio over 300 times a year...
ipod touch
how much? $299 8GB $399 16GB
how long does the battery last? 22hrs audio 5hrs video
how much is the battery? it's built in as usual
can "we" replace it? no.
probably by buying a new ipod and rip the battery out and re connect it but why do that when can just use it lol
Not the new touch ones <snipped>!They are just like the iPhone. Pay attention to the topic rather than protecting the holy throne of Jobs.
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Not the new touch ones tard! They are just like the iPhone. Pay attention to the topic rather than protecting the holy throne of Jobs.
I was responding to the comment "could u ever replace apple batteries", <snipped>
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I mean.. I dont *need* coverflow, or the ability to play video's on my iPod - I had video capability and a hoofin great memory card on my last mobile phone and I never played video on it beyond the test one I put on there to make sure it worked!
Don't get me wrong though.. some seriously nice additions to the line up. The iPod Touch does look gorgeous and feature packed and 160GB in the classic is just.. well.. insane frankly.
The nano is an improvement tho... yet again... how small is it really... looks like the whole thing fits in ya palm.... screens got to be bit to small for any real movies dont it..
They also could use a "just copy the damned songs with their original name without having to install iTunes or a 3rd party program" function added. All my other MP3 players can do that--why not one that is supposedly nicer?
there was never even an update for 5g ipods to have the search facility of 5.5g ipods.
there was never even an update for 5g ipods to have the search facility of 5.5g ipods.
That sucks. I wanted those features on my 5th generation iPod.
NOT updating the firmware because they would lose selling points, is already a lost selling point: they lost ME as their future customer.
there was never even an update for 5g ipods to have the search facility of 5.5g ipods.
That sucks. I wanted those features on my 5th generation iPod.
NOT updating the firmware because they would lose selling points, is already a lost selling point: they lost ME as their future customer.
These new iPods have totally different hardware. Completely.
The firmware isn't related to the original in ANY way. Most likely the horsepower isn't even there to do some of the new things.
there was never even an update for 5g ipods to have the search facility of 5.5g ipods.
That sucks. I wanted those features on my 5th generation iPod.
NOT updating the firmware because they would lose selling points, is already a lost selling point: they lost ME as their future customer.
These new iPods have totally different hardware. Completely.
The firmware isn't related to the original in ANY way. Most likely the horsepower isn't even there to do some of the new things.
Source, please. I would like to know more...
For once I agree with Jobs, Zune has a long way to go in comparison. MS should take some serious consideration here as Apple hasn't done a mere change to the casing of an existing product, they've delivered big time.
Find some info about the Omnigo project and you'll like what you read
Screw converting. I want my music to play as is. Besides, I don't want to convert 15,000+ files.
Screw converting. I want my music to play as is. Besides, I don't want to convert 15,000+ files.
If these are legit songs then rip them again from your cd.
Yes, you're only allowed to use Apple's closed proprietary format.
Yes, you're only allowed to use Apple's closed proprietary format.
AAC is an iso standard. Its specification is completely open and there are numerous implementations of AAC.
what can u do with 16gigs these days... your going to have to make a TON of compromises to make it all fit especially if you want to put videos on it
i also dont really think the whole metallic thing will look too fancy with the new ipod classics, i liked the 5g look its a lot slicker..
im kind of disapointed in this new lineup i have to say =|
Last edited by Ev!L-aLphA on 06 Sep 2007 - 00:46