The Beat Goes On: Nano, Touch, Beatles, Wireless?

[MacRumors]

Now that Apple has invited select media to the a press event which will take place on September 5th, 2007, it seems clear that Apple's iPods will finally see updates.

While we typically steer clear of mock-ups of upcoming Apple devices, in the months leading into this event, there have been a number of potential leaks about the upcoming iPods. Based on this information, we've found these mockups which closely depict what has been rumored:

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[villanova329]

I have never been this excited for an iPod release since the 3rd Generation came out.

[Wanh]

Pretty strong feeling the new iPods will have wifi

[Mgkwho]

I hope they at least have FM tuners and bluetooth.

And the shuffle will see a 2GB black model, I hope.

-=|Mgkwho

[blehpunk]

that nano mock up is so fugly.

[Iscariot]

If the iPod looks anything like the mock up, it's going to be fookin' sexy.

If the iPod Nano looks anything like the mock up, it's an abomination of design.

[-kritter-]

now i just need to find out how to come up with up to $350 or more before the fifth...

[mmzplanet]

Forget just remote controlling iTunes. Imagine you have an Airport Express hooked up to your home theater. Not only would it be cool to control iTunes on a Mac in another room, your wireless iPod or a visiting wireless iPod streams music to the Airport as well.

[mazola]

new iPod socks.

We're *due*!

[anirban]

I am looking forward to this press event with as much enthusiasm as I do when I wait for Macworld/WWDC conferences.

[lowbb]

i don't like the look of the mockups
look like the mp3 player from china that can be found in HK

[theROZ]

will there be some additions on the iphone during the mac event...that turn up like the last event....sneaky apple

[Telp]

heres to hoping a higher capacity flash pod!

[wakerider017]

If there is WiFi I hope it is not just for iTunes and what not...


I want to use the WiFi for Safari and other web related activities!!!!

[Caezar]

Am I the only one to be tired to read about the imminent addition of the Beatles to iTunes?

I don't deny it is one of the best bands ever (if not the best), but c'mon... Is it material for repeated breaking news?

[Telp]

Originally Posted by lowbb

i don't like the look of the mockups
look like the mp3 player from china that can be found in HK

I agree, i hope there nice then this.

Originally Posted by Caezar

Am I the only one to be tired to read about the imminent addition of the Beatles to iTunes?

I don't deny it is one of the best bands ever (if not the best), but c'mon... Is it material for repeated breaking news?

Well seeing how the beatles and apple have been in a fued for many years, it is sort of a big deal.

[rhoydotp]

Originally Posted by Caezar

Am I the only one to be tired to read about the imminent addition of the Beatles to iTunes?

I don't deny it is one of the best bands ever (if not the best), but c'mon... Is it material for repeated breaking news?

obviously there are a lot of people excited about this. hence, it is always breaking news. i hope you understand the benefit of buying certain song for 99 cents as supposed to buying a whole cd

[Caezar]

Okay, I am the only one who is not excited but the Beatles addition to iTunes then. Sorry I poured cold water on you guys' enthusiam...

[wakerider017]

Originally Posted by Caezar

Am I the only one to be tired to read about the imminent addition of the Beatles to iTunes?

I don't deny it is one of the best bands ever (if not the best), but c'mon... Is it material for repeated breaking news?

+1

It may be a big deal (big money maker) for Apple, but it is really not a big deal for the end-user..

If an iPod owner wants the Beatles on their iPod, How hard is it to go out, buy a CD and upload it to their iTunes Library?

[chippy chuke]

as much as i would love to see wifi on my ipod i dont think that it is going to happen. but i am still hoping for the best

[PJF13]

"The Beat Goes On" is also the rumored title of Madonna's latest track that has leaked on the internet this week. It is my understanding that this album for her is largely produced by Timberland & Justin Timberlake and is VERY different for her. Think Rihanna meets Gwen Stafani sprinkled with the beats of Justin and Timberland. I've heard the track, it's pretty hot. Who knows...maybe this will tie in as well? Steve and Madonna have worked well together before....just a thought.

[vkxonline]

You CAN just rip The Beatles collection into itunes yourself. Im not sure what the big deal is.

[wakerider017]

Not cool that MacRumors is linking to a site that is NSFW....

I clicked on that KezNews site and it had pornographic images in the upper right... (I believe it was an adultfriendfinder ad with naked women) I think that link should be removed.

[tingly]

'Appleinsider notes that "The beat goes on." tag-line that appears on Apple's media invitation is likely a reference to the Beatles.'

or sonny and cher AT LAST!!!! heh

ipod=cher, nano=sonny

[donlphi]

Originally Posted by Mgkwho

I hope they at least have FM tuners and bluetooth.
-=|Mgkwho

I guess I could sort of see a desire for an FM tuner, but I honestly don't see an iPOD getting an FM tuner ever. It's too retro for Apple. Like a touch screen rotary dial for the iPhone.

If I have an iPOD, I would think I have most of my favorite music with me. It would be nice to tune into a sporting event or talk radio though. The more I talk about it, the more it sounds like an "old man" feature.

As for bluetooth, I would rather Apple never create another bluetooth device again. They made the absolute WORST bluetooth headset for their iPhone. I don't think think I could imagine bluetooth headsets.

I also think the white earbuds have become a trademark of the iPod. You won't see an iPod with cordless earbuds for a while.