The new iPod was announced October 12,2005 at the “One more thing” press event. I have yet to remember a product launch that had more hype and buzz then this one. It is safe to say that the marketing dept at Apple know how to get the word out. Getting the word out on the product is one thing but how did the new iPod with video capabilities do in the hands of critics is another. Here is a list of reviews from across the web.
The new Apple iPod looks like an instant classic, thanks to its amazing form factor and ability to play video. Sure, portable video’s been around, but Apple’s ecosystem–which seamlessly blends the hardware (iPod) with software and content (iTunes)–makes video suddenly possible.
It’s the same excellent music player, but with the added bonuses of video support, audio recording capabilities, and enhanced audio quality.
Score:5/5 Editors’ Choice
The new iPod adds video capabilities, but its great-looking screen is a bit too small for extending viewing.
Score:4.5/5
from my perspective as an owner of a 4G 40GB iPod, I’m not so sure I’d move to a 30GB model just because of the video output capabilities and the few new applications. The case of the device is nice and attractive, to be sure, but I’ve never really had any issues with the thicker 40GB model I carry almost every day.
Score:8/10
Like every iPod that has come before, this “iPod with video” is a surprisingly enthralling digital music player, somehow physically smaller than you’d imagined, better feeling in your hand, and just plain cooler than the sum of its features.
For basically the same price as the previous model, you are getting a slimmer player with longer battery life and video capabilities; and if you ask us that”s a pretty sweet deal.
Score: 8/10
All the debate about “Will anyone buy a video iPod?” is suddenly moot, because the new model is the same excellent music player plus video.
The new iPod is a handsome product that works well and is a good value. If you don’t expect too much from its video function, you will find it a nice bonus. But, for now, we urge you to think of it primarily as a music player, just as Steve Jobs does.
Unless you own a computer that doesn”t have a USB 2.0 port, it”s hard not to like this iPod. Even if you never use its video capabilities, you should be pleased with its sleek design, crisp display, intuitive interface, reasonable battery life, and the myriad wonders we”ve come to expect from an iPod.
Score:4.5/5
The video iPod won”t disappoint. It feels slim and easy to hold even after two weeks spent with my nano.
Specs
Capacity: 30GB or 60GB hard drive
(which translates into 7,500 to 15,000 songs in 128-Kbps AAC format,
Holds up to 25,000 iPod-viewable photos,Holds over 1,000 (30GB) or 2,000 (60GB) videos)
Stores data via USB hard drive
Display
2.5 inch (diagonal) QVGA transflective, over 65,000-color liquid crystal display with white LED backlight
320 x 240 pixel resolution, .156-mm dot pitch
Audio
Audio formats supported: AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Music Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3 and 4), Apple Lossless, AIFF and WAV
Video
Video formats supported: H.264 video up to 768 Kbps, 320 x 240, 30 frames per sec., Baseline Profile up to Level 1.3 with AAC-LC up to 160 Kbps, 48 KHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4 and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 480 x 480, 30 frames per sec., Simple Profile with AAC-LC up to 160 Kbps, 48 KHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4 and .mov file formats
Power and battery
Built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery
Playback time (30GB model)
Music playback time: Up to 14 hours when fully charged
Photo slideshow with music viewing time: Up to 3 hours when fully charged
Video playback time: Up to 2 hours when fully charged
Playback time (60GB model)
Music playback time: Up to 20 hours when fully charged
Photo slideshow with music viewing time: Up to 4 hours when fully charged
Video playback time: Up to 3 hours when fully charged
Size and weight (30GB model)
Height: 4.1 inches
Width: 2.4 inches
Depth: 0.43 inches
Weight: 4.8 oz
Size and weight (60GB model)
Height: 4.1 inches
Width: 2.4 inches
Depth: 0.55 inches
Weight: 5.5 oz
Official Site
http://www.apple.com/ipod/ipod.html
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