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Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white)

Manufacturer: Apple Inc.   Part number: MA444LL/A
$169.95 - $453.21at 3 online stores.
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CNET Editors' rating: 8.3 out of 10
Average user rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white)
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CNET Editors' review - Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white) Editors' choice
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Excellent

8.3

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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.

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Product brief - Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white)
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Description: The Apple iPod is a 30 GB, large capacity player. Compared to other large capacity MP3 players on the market, it is expensive at around $440.

Pros: Comes with 30 GB storage, which is more spacious than some similarly priced MP3 players.

Cons: Has a 4.8 oz weight, which is somewhat heavier than some similarly priced MP3 players. For example, the Apple iPod Nano , a 4 GB MP3 player at around $400, has a 1.4 oz weight.

Suitability: A large capacity MP3 player, suited for bringing an entire music library with you. Comes with equalizer presets to easily maximize your listening experience. According to the manufacturer this player will last approximately 14 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.

User opinions - Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white)
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Very good

7.5

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Average user rating from 27 users

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6 out of 10 - Good
Objective review
I purchased my first iPod last month. I previously had used a Creative Zen Vision:M, and a Dell... Read more
by grs328 (see profile) - December 29, 2006

15 out of 20 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Great choice for music, OK choice for video.
THis iPod is amazing. For music and movies almost everything is great. THe only concern i had was... Read more
by oakster15 (see profile) - January 20, 2007

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

8 out of 10 - Excellent
Good Price. Good Quality. Good Choice.
The updated fifth generation Apple iPod doesn't bring so much to the table a year after the... Read more
by splooshinator (see profile) - October 20, 2006

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Great Value!
This iPod is AMAZING. Outside of the less than stellar video battery-life, this is a perfect MP3... Read more
by skippyj9 (see profile) - September 19, 2006

5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.

8 out of 10 - Excellent
Still tops!
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by daveondave (see profile) - August 22, 2007

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
A must have for all fans of music!
So I finally bought myself an iPod. I got tired of having tons of CDs lying around in my car,... Read more
by JermTOOL (see profile) - July 25, 2007

6 out of 10 - Good
not all it can be
the iPod could be so much more and no I'm not talking about the iPhone (i don't plan to get one as... Read more
by mayfair2005 (see profile) - July 4, 2007

8 out of 10 - Excellent
very useful!!!
I love my ipod!! there is one thing though, the video ipod doesn't have the best sound!! i was... Read more
by lundy_girl17 (see profile) - June 2, 2007

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Fantastic all in one media center!
This is the first iPod I purchased from the Apple retail store near my house. I've had it for a... Read more
by sonnyboy85 (see profile) - May 27, 2007

1 out of 10 - Abysmal
Mine failed just over 1 year--permanently dead
I loved my iPOD--until it died. It is permanently dead, unless I pay a huge amount for Apple to... Read more
by dneunabe (see profile) - May 16, 2007





Full specifications - Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white)
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Manufacturer: Apple Inc.
Part number: MA444LL/A
General
Product type Digital player
Width 2.4 in
Depth 0.4 in
PC interface(s) supported Hi-Speed USB
Height 4.1 in
Weight 4.8 oz
Color White
Digital storage Built-in 30 GB Hard disk drive
Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.4 in x 0.4 in x 4.1 in
Included accessories Carrying case, Docking station adapter
Packaged quantity 1
Digital storage media capacity 30 GB
iPod Generation 5G
Digital storage media type Hard disk drive
Digital storage media form factor Built-in
Digital Player / Recorder
Digital player supported digital audio standards AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless
Digital player response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
Digital player playback modes 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 14 hour(s)
Battery Life Details Digital playback 14 hour(s), Slideshows with music 4 hour(s), Video playback 3.5 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
Built-in Display
Audio system built-in display LCD
Diagonal size 2.5 in
Resolution 320 x 240
Backlight display Yes
Display illumination color White
Display menu language Czech, Dutch, Greek, Danish, French, German, Korean, Polish, English, Finnish, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Japanese, Hungarian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Chinese (simplified), Chinese (traditional)
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 1 year warranty
Audio Features
Timer Wake, Sleep, Stopwatch
Built-in clock Alarm, Timer, Digital clock
Equalizer
Equalizer factory preset qty 20
Remote Control
Remote control None
Headphones
Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
Sound output mode Stereo
Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
Impedance 32 Ohm
Connectivity technology Wired
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Product series - Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white)
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Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 80GB, white)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Digital player, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, 80 GB, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Digital player, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, 30 GB, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, black)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Digital player, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, 30 GB, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 80GB, black)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Digital player, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, 80 GB, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
Manufacturer Info - Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, white)
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