Apple iPod fifth-generation update, 80GB, black Reviews
At Apple’s September 12 media event, Steve Jobs jumped right into introducing an updated fifth-generation iPod. Not a tremendous surprise here, as we believed the sixth-generation “true video iPod” would not be announced until later in the year or even early in 2007. Underneath the familiar and still-scratch-prone polycarbonate and metal skin of the updated iPod (a.k.a. the 5.5 generation, or 5.5G) lies a more mature iPod, many steps wiser and more able than its one-year-old predecessor. The iPod gains many incremental improvements, including a brighter screen and better video battery life, but probably the most appealing aspect is the tantalizing price points of $249 for the 30GB version and $349 for the huge 80GB version (available in both white and black). While it may still not fully address the needs of a new population of iTunes movie watchers, the updated iPod is the best one to date.
Apple iPod - Continuing its tradition of hardware and software innovation and design, Apple has released a new iPod that surpasses the last. This update to the 5th generation iPod with video playback features a huge 80GB hard drive - the largest yet! With iTunes 7 ushering in movie and game downloads, there’s more than enough content to satisfy this beast of a media player. You also get a 2.5″ display that is now 60% brighter, a higher capacity battery for up to 20 hrs.
Technical Details
* Black iPod with 80 GB hard drive for songs, podcasts, videos, games, and more
* Large, 2.5-inch, 320 x 240 pixel color display screen is 60 percent brighter
* Holds up to 20,000 songs, thousands of photos, and hours of video
* Search function lets you type name of song with Click Wheel for instant results
* Measures 2.4 x 4.1 x 0.55 inches (W x H x D); 1-year limited warranty
Apple iPod fifth-generation update, 80GB, black Reviews From macworld
Pros: Lower price than previous 5G iPod; brighter screen; improved video-related battery life; new game support; gapless playback; Quick Scroll and search features; slightly better headphones; all the features of the original 5G models.
Cons: Requires Internet connection to download necessary software; search feature kludgy; 30GB can fill up quickly if you store lots of video; games drain battery life rapidly; power adapter not included.
Apple iPod fifth-generation update, 80GB, black Reviews From howstuffworks
Value 4/5
Performance 5/5
Ease of use 5/5
Features 4/5
Overall 5/5
Apple iPod fifth-generation update, 80GB, black Reviews From cnet
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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