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Apple Announces 16GB iPhone and 32GB iPod Touch
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I've thought about that too, but don't forget about video which takes up a lot more space, not to mention all the new 3rd party apps that will be coming out soon with the release of the SDK.
Yes, I thought 8gb was way more than I would ever need, but then they announced the SDK and I realized I didn't want an iPod touch to use as an iPod. I have a working iPod. I wanted mobile computing but not a laptop, so now I'm nervous about limiting myself with an 8gb. I'm buying in the next couple weeks by the way. Had to finish paying for xmas before I could justify getting myself a present.
$499 for the 32GB touch is not too bad IMO. I got a 40GB 3G iPod almost 4 years ago for that price and it's still working. And the touch _should_ last as long or longer since no moving parts. I'm not going to buy one, but if my 3G dies, it might be tempting
i would like to have a click wheel until there are iPods for sale. i love to pause, play, skip, adjust volume without taking the iPod out of my pocket.
I disagree
I have an iphone and a 160g ipod classic - my music collection is about 120gig so by time have added pics my classic is full
I'm hoping (and think they will) they bring out a 250g or even a 320g classic next
The 16Gb iPhone may push me over to the O2 contract now. With the contract improvements, it's a good deal.
um yeah, there's a 14 day return policy on any contract in teh uk
how about the contract with O2? am I obliged to sign up for a 2nd 18-month contract? or can I continue with my existing iPhone contract?
Jan 22nd - Pink iPod nano
Jan 29th - I'm not sure now, might have been a software update but looking at their PR site, it seems nothing was mentioned. Perhaps I was wrong.
Edit: technically the Air was only released last week, although announced earlier. So they still have done something significant each week this year so far. 46 to go...
Cue the sound of a nail being hit squarely on the head.
The extra capacity for the iPhone is great to see as an option, but "only" having the availability of 8GB prior to today shouldn't have been a deal breaker for prospective iPhone owners. Sure, it would be great to have more of my iTunes library on my iPhone (8GB), but this limitation hasn't detracted from my experience. Perhaps the SDK will bring us some USEFUL apps to fill the capacity; only time will tell
Whine, whine, whine...
If only Apple:
(1) announced MacBook Pros today and not two weeks from now;
(2) added 3G and cut the price of a iPhone by $150;
(3) added a "real" graphics card to the MacBook;
(4) added "X" feature to the MacBook Air;
(5) timed its updates to coincide with my schedule because I am the most important person in the entire universe; and
(6) provided "Y" hardware/software/gadget for "Z" dollars.
How the news of the option of additional hard drive space is considered a negative is beyond me. The gripes are becoming annoying enough (like that Mac guy in the telly ads) that I may have to unswitch to gain back my sanity. Just kidding...I love my MacBook despite not having a "real" graphics card and not costing $300 less.
What's a PDA?
Oh, that's right, another dying piece of technology that never really took off.
But in all seriousness, thanks for helping set the market for things that consumers really like, such as the iPhone.
THIS IS AMAZING!!!
For those who have been waiting for this since the iPod Touch's release release, gimme a HOORAH!!!
Seriously, though, what was apple thinking??
Now there will be many Touch owners who are going to be very upset at this news. I'm sure many ppl who bought the 16 GB Touch because they just couldn't resist the sexyness and just decided to compromise.
I know apple has amazing marketing stategy and all, but i think that they just lacked consideration for their loyal customers....
For those who have been waiting for this since the iPod Touch's release release, gimme a HOORAH!!!
Seriously, though, what was apple thinking??
Now there will be many Touch owners who are going to be very upset at this news. I'm sure many ppl who bought the 16 GB Touch because they just couldn't resist the sexyness and just decided to compromise.
I know apple has amazing marketing stategy and all, but i think that they just lacked consideration for their loyal customers....
When is SDK?
From what I have heard iPoT and iPho SDK is coming this month.
We are already 5 days into Feb. Why aren't we hearing anything about what date this SDK release event will be? or Am I the only one who does not know?
and yeah if new MBP does not come next week... I will probably go for the old one or even XPS
From what I have heard iPoT and iPho SDK is coming this month.
We are already 5 days into Feb. Why aren't we hearing anything about what date this SDK release event will be? or Am I the only one who does not know?
and yeah if new MBP does not come next week... I will probably go for the old one or even XPS
Eh, I'm glad the 32 is out there. I personally was holding off for a 32 version, but with no update at Macworld, I decided to jump on the 16 (with some Best Buy gift cards that I had gotten for x-mas). I think without a price drop, I still would have gotten the 16 (500 is a bit much for an ipod) but with luck Apple will move enough of these 32 GB models to increase demand and drive down flash prices even more.
Glad the iPhone went to 16 GB as well. Not bad for a random Tuesday update.
Glad the iPhone went to 16 GB as well. Not bad for a random Tuesday update.
This is huge. 32GB is really the sweet spot as far as going with a flash-based iPod. Of course, you can always want more storage. But at 32GB there is much less compromise than 16mb - you can get a huge variety in music, carry your vacation photos, and load a movie or two all the while being able to browse the internet over wi-fi. Valentine's gift, anyone? (Hopefully they'll be available by then.)
Dave
Dave
In the old days, the MW events were when Apple would introduce new products.
We had MW San Francisco, Boston, and Tokyo. Plus there were other events during the year that would usher in new products.
However, MW events have been limited to one. And now when a new product is available, Apple will introduce them rather than wait until the new MW event -- which now is one.
Technology changes. You cannot expect Apple to wait to introduce new products -- nor would I think that you would really want them to.
Anyhow, nice memory upgrades for the Touch and iPhone.
I'm not one of them, and I'm pretty sure that there are many many 16gb Touch owners that would agree with me. Very happy with the capacity I have, I don't run into storage problems - I take what I need and will realistically use. I have 10 movies, 1,200 songs (all 192kbit+) and 240 photo's, with Jailbroken apps over 3 pages and I still have just under 5gb spare.
However, I am suprised and pleased a 32GB version is out. Will quell the silly arguments I get about the storage being too 'small'. However the price... lol
What's a PDA?
Oh, that's right, another dying piece of technology that never really took off.
But in all seriousness, thanks for helping set the market for things that consumers really like, such as the iPhone.
Oh, the PDA market was huge. And Palm practically owned it all. It has only died down due to PDA/Smart Phones. I like to think of the iPhone/Touch as the Newton 2.0 remix.
Aaaah!
C'mon Apple! I've been waiting for a solid 3-months now for a new MBP! It had better be out by the 15th, or else..... I'm gonna' have to keep on waiting
C'mon Apple! I've been waiting for a solid 3-months now for a new MBP! It had better be out by the 15th, or else..... I'm gonna' have to keep on waiting
I feel sick my 16gb engraved iPt developed a scratch last week! Now I can get a 32gb with new software... but who'd want to buy mine??! I guess I'll have a spare.
my 16gb engraved iPt developed a scratch last week! Now I can get a 32gb with new software... but who'd want to buy mine??! I guess I'll have a spare.