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2G iPod Nano Introduced

My iMac G5 doesn't have USB 2! 😱(

I have 3 USB 1 ports and 2 FireWire ports. Does that mean if I buy a new 8Gb Nano, it won't work with my system? 🙁
 
Balli said:
I have 3 USB 1 ports and 2 FireWire ports. Does that mean if I buy a new 8Gb Nano, it won't work with my system? 🙁
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No it just means it will transfer at USB 1 speeds instead of its new full capacity
 
Balli said:
I have 3 USB 1 ports and 2 FireWire ports. Does that mean if I buy a new 8Gb Nano, it won't work with my system? 🙁
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Your iMacG5 doesn't have USB 2 ports? As far as I know, ALL iMac G5s had USB 2 ports...even previous iBook G4s had that already...I think you're mistaken, sorry.
 
eXan said:
These new nanos are awesome! I'd get one if I didnt have my 60 gig 5G 😀

I like black and silver models most of all. I didnt like black 1G nanos(scratches and stuff), but this alu black is great! 🙂
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Indeed, these Nanos show that Apple has NO competition at all in the market...they are gonna sell like hotcakes, even more now than ever...there are simply NO downsides with the new Nanos.

The black one is already on my list... 🙄
 
Balli said:
I have 3 USB 1 ports and 2 FireWire ports. Does that mean if I buy a new 8Gb Nano, it won't work with my system? 🙁
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All iMac G5s have USB 2.0 - you're either mistaken or quoting your machine incorrectly.
 
2 things

First, It's understandable to complain about the lack of EDU discounts on the new upods. Apple has ALWAYS given an edu discount... even for new products. To take that away now stinks.

Second, though these nanos look nice, I'm a little wary about the screen. If anyone remembers way back, that Apple is going to be using OLED technology instead of the normal screen.
here's the original rumor article:
https://www.macrumors.com/pages/2006/07/20060712182701.shtml

For those lazy, I'll quote
OLED displays draw significantly less power than traditional TFT-LCD displays used in current iPod models, as they do not require a backlight (each pixel directly emits its own light). OLED contrast ratio's are generally considered far superior to LCD displays because the pixels can display true black when off. However, OLEDs are not well suited for outdoor use, and have a limited lifespan.
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While I'm happy that this is probably the reason for the increased battery life, I'm concerned about the life span of the screen. How much of a limited span are we talking about?

Edit: according to wikipedia, 5,000 hrs. For comparison, a typical LCD has a life of 50,000 hrs (30,000 hrs for lamp).
 
Chundles said:
All iMac G5s have USB 2.0 - you're either mistaken or quoting your machine incorrectly.
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You guys are right. I do have USB 2. It's just because system profiler didn't specify, it kind of confused me.
 
Natsus said:
While I'm happy that this is probably the reason for the increased battery life, I'm concerned about the life span of the screen. How much of a limited span are we talking about?

Edit: according to wikipedia, 5,000 hrs. For comparison, a typical LCD has a life of 50,000 hrs (30,000 hrs for lamp).
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That's an interesting point. I just worked out that if it does last 5000 hours, and you use it for 3 hours a day (which, let's face it, is massively over the time that the screen would be lit for) it would last about 4 and a half years. Or does it mean 5000 hours with the screen being used and not lit?
 
dan-o-mac said:
Your not paying a premium for the color, you get 8GB. What sucks is you can't get 8GB in colors, lame move on Apple's part with no reason behind it.
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Oh, there's a reason behind it.

Folks diss'ed the higher costs for a black MacBook, but they sold in huge quantities. Obviously folks were willing to pay for the color.

Same thing here I think. BUT, yes, I would have liked color choices in the 8 gig.
 
How unlucky do I feel? I just spent a week in Chicago, and on Monday bought a 60Gb Ipod for myself and a 2Gb Ipod for the GF. I left the US on Tuesday afternoon. I knew I should've waited 'til Tuesday morning before buying..... Oh well, gotta smile..... I think.......
 
Natsus said:
2 things

First, It's understandable to complain about the lack of EDU discounts on the new upods. Apple has ALWAYS given an edu discount... even for new products. To take that away now stinks.

Second, though these nanos look nice, I'm a little wary about the screen. If anyone remembers way back, that Apple is going to be using OLED technology instead of the normal screen.
here's the original rumor article:
https://www.macrumors.com/pages/2006/07/20060712182701.shtml
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The link does not say Apple will be using OLEDs in the next gens. It is RUMORED.The new Nano tech specs clearly say nothing about OLED. Since OLED has become a hot topic, I'm sure Steve Jobs or the specs would have called that to our attention.
 
jagolden said:
The link does not say Apple will be using OLEDs in the next gens. It is RUMORED.The new Nano tech specs clearly say nothing about OLED. Since OLED has become a hot topic, I'm sure Steve Jobs or the specs would have called that to our attention.
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True, but at the same time there two things to consider. A lot better battery life and brighter screen. Those are the two positives of having OLEDs in the first place. True it might just be a rumor, but I guess we'll find out when we get these new ipods. (OLEDS can do pure black)
 
Natsus said:
True, but at the same time there two things to consider. A lot better battery life and brighter screen. Those are the two positives of having OLEDs in the first place. True it might just be a rumor, but I guess we'll find out when we get these new ipods. (OLEDS can do pure black)
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They're not using OLED screens. From the iPod nano tech specs:

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It's definitely just a regular LCD screen.
 
Chundles said:
They're not using OLED screens. From the iPod nano tech specs:

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It's definitely just a regular LCD screen.
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oops, not sure how I missed that. I even combed through their page 😱

Sorry guys. disregard what I said 🙁
 
Natsus said:
While I'm happy that this is probably the reason for the increased battery life, I'm concerned about the life span of the screen. How much of a limited span are we talking about?

Edit: according to wikipedia, 5,000 hrs. For comparison, a typical LCD has a life of 50,000 hrs (30,000 hrs for lamp).
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You may be right about the LCDs (I've not seen this as an issue with the iPods, though), but Apple (and others) calculate Battery lifespan in charge cycles, not hours:
A properly maintained iPod battery is designed to retain up to 80% of its original capacity after 400 full charge and discharge cycles. You may choose to replace your battery when it no longer holds sufficient charge to meet your needs.
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That should give about 8-10 000 hours for the new 24 hour capacity nanos, if my calculations aren't way off... 🙂

So you'll need to change the battery 3-5 times before you start worrying about the screen... and that is with the newest, and best batteries... older batteries had lower capacity, and thus lifespan....
 
This message is addressed to the folks that say the new Nano is just like the Mini.

The new Nano, while sharing similarities to the old Mini, is a newly designed iPod.

Check here for a comparison:

http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/firstlooks/

Need to scroll down 2/3-3/4 way down the page.

For clarification, I am not saying that the new Nano and old Mini do not share similarities. But look at the size and shape difference. Also realize the new Nano is flashed based with more space (8GB model) than the original Mini with HD. Additionally, better display, longer battery life, etc. Sure they share the same connector. That is a standard on all models except the Shuffle.

Personally I think that the new Nano looks great. Looking forward to colors at the 8GB model level sometime down the road.
 
Public Service Announcement

New Nanos are available at the 5th Ave. store in New York. I picked up the black 8GB this morning. Also, they are giving the educational discount on them. Perhaps they only disabled it online.
 
cwh812 said:
New Nanos are available at the 5th Ave. store in New York. I picked up the black 8GB this morning. Also, they are giving the educational discount on them. Perhaps they only disabled it online.
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really. that's awesome! If you don't mind me asking how much did the 8GB come out to after the education discount?
 
cwh812 said:
New Nanos are available at the 5th Ave. store in New York. I picked up the black 8GB this morning. Also, they are giving the educational discount on them. Perhaps they only disabled it online.
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The Apple Store at Arden Fair in Sacramento, CA is supposed to start selling all the new iPod models today. If I had the money I'll spring for a 4 GB Silver nano. 😀
 
doodosh said:
really. that's awesome! If you don't mind me asking how much did the 8GB come out to after the education discount?
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Yes please do tell. The online edu store is not showing the usual discount...
 
doodosh said:
really. that's awesome! If you don't mind me asking how much did the 8GB come out to after the education discount?
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It was $20 off. It came to $248 and some change so basically tax gets taken off in NY.
 
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