CNET Editor's rating: 8.3 out of 10
Reviewed by
James Kim
Review date: 9/19/06
The good: The enhanced iPod has the same sleek design with improved video battery life and brighter screen; it brings gapless playback to the masses; up to 80GB; new features such as instant search and enhanced games; movies now available in iTunes 7; excellent overall value.
The bad: The Apple iPod has added no major functions such as FM radio, wireless, recording; small screen not conducive to movie viewing; proprietary USB cable; narrow native video-format compatibility; body is still scratch prone.
The bottom line: The amazingly low priced updated Apple iPod gets many under-the-hood improvements, but it's still not a true video player.
Description:
The Apple iPod is an 80 GB, basic player.
Compared to other basic MP3 players on the market, it is expensive at around $580.
Pros:
Comes with 80 GB storage.
This is more spacious than the average MP3 player on the market today, but is to be expected for a MP3 player of this price.
Cons:
Has a 5.5 oz weight.
This is not out of line with the product's price, but is heavier than the average MP3 player on the market today.
Suitability:
Suited for those who only want an MP3 player.
Comes with equalizer presets to easily tailor your listening experience.
According to the manufacturer this player will last approximately 20 hour(s) between charges; your run-time will vary based on use and power management configuration.
Comes with a 1 year warranty, which is standard in the industry.
Value:
Overall, this MP3 player's price seems a bit steep, with respect to its features.
Suggestions:
Audiophiles may wish to buy
aftermarket headphones
for better sound reproduction.
30 out of 35 users found this user opinion helpful.
1 out of 10 - Abysmal
iPod Sucks
Its just 3 weeks old I bought & it's sitting at the apple service center, dont ever go for... Read more
by vijayms23 (see profile) -
December 14, 2006
Playlist,
One track repeat,
All tracks repeat,
Random play / shuffle
Digital player supported bit rate
16 - 320
Digital player ID3 tags support
Yes
External hard drive function
Yes
Digital player additional features
Variable bit-rate compatible
Battery
Rechargeable Battery
Rechargeable
Battery Enclosure Type
Integrated
Technology
Lithium ion
Recharge Time
4 hour(s)
Battery
Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
Mfr estimated battery life
20 hour(s)
Battery Life Details
Digital playback 20 hour(s),
Slideshows with music 6 hour(s),
Video playback 6.5 hour(s)
Audio System
Sound output mode
Stereo
Additional features
Notes,
Calendar,
Phone book,
Hold button,
Date display,
Photo wallet,
Built-in games,
H.264 playback,
Volume limiter,
MPEG-4 playback,
Upgradeable firmware,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
Playback speed control,
Rechargeable capability,
Battery level indication
Cable(s) / Peripheral(s)
Cable(s) included
1 x USB cable - External
System Requirements
Min Operating system
Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later,
Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 or later,
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2 or later,
Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 or later
Connections
Connector type
1 x Docking station,
1 x Headphones / remote control / composite video Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
Unlimited long distance $24.99/mo
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