How often do refurbs change?

[vtprinz]

I'm debating on getting the 30GB ipod on the refurb apple page, but noticed that it's the original 5th gen and not the 5.5 revision with the extended battery life. I was wondering if it's worth the wait to see if any other models show up, or if the differences between 5 and 5.5 are really small. All I know of is the battery life and brighter screen (not sure how much difference the screen is though)

Any thoughts?

 

[iW00t]

The sound quality on the 5 is much better according to the wizards at Hydrogenaudio, so it is not like the improved battery life and torch mode LCD backlighting comes with no cost.

 

[vtprinz]

So in terms of audio quality I'd be better off with the refurbished 5th gen rather than holding off for the 5.5gen?

 

[iW00t]

As crazy as it sounds yes. But those people at hydrogen audio are "audiophiles", if you are a normal consumer using Apple's standard earbuds you probably won't hear the difference.

 

[StealthRider]

From what I've heard, the real "upgrade" to the 5.5G's battery life was only in software...the same software that's available to 5G owners. The brighter screen is not worth the extra money; just go for the refurb 5G.