iPod touch iPod Touch 5G - Wishlist!

[chocboy]

More of the same really. The only things I don't like on my iPod is the capacity (64gb is too small), the rear camera and the lack of compass.

The same display and vibration motor as the iPhone would also be nice.

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I don't have a problem with the Rear Camera; it doesn't take away from the space and is a nice utility when you've got your iPod and not your phone and need to snap a pic.

In terms of the memory- I would agree that the memory sizes are too small. Most users have difficulty affording a 400-dollar 64 GB iPod; 8 GB is a joke; I was able to push myself to the 300 dollar 32 GB, even though I barely fill up half of it with a few movies and over 150 songs. But if you're a common user of video and other hard-drive filling media, then you'll need at LEAST 32 GB, and maybe even 64, and given that you want room to spare, I think it's safe to say that the market is ripe for a 128GB model. Especially for those who are app-developers or in fields that need large capacity.

 

[iphone1105]

I'd like to see an iPad-like 3G service for the iPod. If they really want to make it a personal-computer like thing, 3G service should be available. This would also allow you to do an app-based calling plan, like Skype or Google Voice, only paying for the 3G service. I think that, if they put effort into it, the apple nerds could squeeze a 3G internet hardware modification in, raising the price about 50-100 dollars more.

Ummmm it is a "personal-computer like thing" it has freaking wifi like every computer/laptop out there....

And no, face it kids. The iPod Touch is the crappy little brother in the lineup, if you want 3G get an iPhone or iPad, you want big, buy big....

And all your wishes in this thread are crazy, every years these wish lists are crazy, ya'll expect way too much for Apple's 3rd tier touch idevice

 

[Alaerian]

Oh hey, look. Another one of these threads.

There are a thousand other threads that are exactly the same. Couldn't you have simply posted in one of those?

 

[sharon11]

What is the pixel size of Rear Camera..

 

[battlekid]

GPS
RAM
SCREEN
CAMERA

In that order....

 

[Corndog5595]

My only wish is a 16GB model to replace the existing 8GB model. 8 GB is just a joke at this point.

A more scratch resistent back would be nice too.

 

[pika2000]

My wish list:
1. Stop focusing on thinness. It's ridiculous now.
2. iPhone 4-class back facing camera
3. 512MB RAM
4. Oleophobic coating on screen
5. IPS retina screen
6. Stop using the scratchtastic chrome back. Either go with the iPhone 4 design or do a unibody style like the iPad.
7. 5GHz 802.11n

That's about it I guess. I find 64GB to be a great sweet spot for storage. The iPod Touch virtually has no competition in its class, which is why I think Apple has been trickling features (eg. 3rd gen Touch, the sub-1MP camera on 4th gen).

 

[Lyubomir1001]

Gah, I'm so tired of people complaining about the camera.

It's an iPod, not a freaking DSLR.

So what if it's just an ipod...

this same ipod can take pictures, use app store and watch videos
on it

in general ipods shouldn't be doing that or even have cameras.
This is an all in one device that does way more things than just music...

 

[Firestar]

My only wish is a 16GB model to replace the existing 8GB model. 8 GB is just a joke at this point.

A more scratch resistent back would be nice too.

A 16GB would be very nice. With 8GB, I can't do very much. I doubt a GPS will come to the 5G.

As for the camera, in my experience, it is not that bad.

I don't think a glass back will happen, but a iPad/iPod Nano backing would be very nice. I don't understand why Apple insists on stainless steel. I have yet to see a person who likes it. Is it supposed to be cheaper than the iPad backing? Or do they just think it is a trademark of the iPT?

 

[Paranoid.]

Wish they'd implement the rectangular shape of the iPhone into the next iPod.

 

[ronster22]

Wish they'd implement the rectangular shape of the iPhone into the next iPod.

+1 on this. And maybe a bit thicker than previous designs (thinner compared to an iPhone but meatier to hang on to).

More RAM and slightly better camera (like using the original iPhone 3G camera as the new back camera or at least the sensor)...they should have a few lying around. Camera would still be lower quality of the iPhone.

And hopefully same CPU/GPU technology as the iPhone 5 (if it changes).


With GPS (XGPS, BadElf) and 3G (PEEL) cradles / dongles coming into the Touch market now there's no need for Apple to include these features in future designs.

I've been wanting GPS for a long time in the Touch lineup for a while but I realize now it's never gonna happen.

IPS technology will only be on the iPhone / iPad lines...

 

[shallowwish]

My Wishlist

Here are some things I would like to see in the iPod Touch 5th Generation.

- 512 MB RAM (or higher)
- LED Flash for Camera
- Mag Safe 30 Pin Connector with Magnetic Sync Cable
- A New Modified Design (doesn't have to be a big change)
- A New Back (the chrome finish is the scratch king)
- Option for Different Colors
- Better Battery Life

Here are some things I would like to see in the new version, but wouldn't mind it not coming out.

- 5 Megapixel Camera (with high dynamic range shooting)
- IPS Display
- GPS Chip
- 128 GB Flash Memory

 

[racheldeet]

The only thing I wish for is 128GB.

Oh, sorry, you wanted realistic. That's right. Apple doesn't like big music libraries. /sarcasm

 

[aNYthing24]

1. GPS
2. More RAM
3. 3MP camera
4. Better speaker

That's about it.

 

[macfan34]

hmm. 3 megapixel camera, gps, and 512 megs of ram.

 

[macfan34]

A 16GB would be very nice. With 8GB, I can't do very much.
i think they should keep the 8gb. it's fine for younger kids who just play games and listen to music and browse the web. and the 32gb is only $70 more.

 

[onlymybiribiri]

I just received a 64GB iPod Touch for Christmas so I won't be buying a new iPod anytime soon but I definitely think less curves would be good. I find that I have trouble pressing the side volume buttons because of the curvature.

 

[leomac08]

Judging by the introduction of the samsung player MP3 powered by android that has GPS

GPS is a must by the next iPod touch!

 

[ssdeg7]

1)Better camera for photos - I don't know how much better it could get, because the Touch is awfully thin... so maybe just a slight improvement, but hey, anything is better than this bottom of the barrel.

2)LED flash for the camera

3)GPS chip

4)Vibration alert

5)Oleophobic coating on the screen

Minor improvements - nice to have, but not something that would make me sell the 4G and rush out to get the 5G:

6)Better screen - more on par with the iPhone

7)More RAM - at least up to 512MB

8)Higher capacity - 128GB

Feel free to add to this list... Apple is listening!!

You need to buy an iPhone.

 

[ssdeg7]

Gah, I'm so tired of people complaining about the camera.

It's an iPod, not a freaking DSLR.

+1

Now people want iPods to do more than computers.

 

[SactoGuy18]

My guess is that the 5G iPod touch will be not much different than the 4G model, but will add the following features:

1) The same 5 megapixel camera found on the iPhone 4, including the flash.
2) More RAM--512 MB versus 256 MB now.
3) More flash memory storage--upgraded to 32 GB, 64 GB and 128 GB versions.
4) AMOLED display if Apple can get a decent price for them, otherwise an improved IPS LCD touchscreen display.
5) Faster A4 CPU/GPU.

The new 5G iPod touch will look like the 4G model but with a slightly thicker case to accommodate more RAM, flash memory and the upgraded camera sensor.

 

[Christian 5G]

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I think next generation iPod touch 5G will have :

GPS
512RAM
Better camera 5Mpx or 3(while iPhone4 gonna have 8mpx) but theres gonna be no more of iPod touch with 8GB because with 512ram 3 or 5 mix camera, it's like 20mb for every HD picture
Bigger display maybe 3.8 inches
Better display like 1060- 1280
Thats it because I dont think they will put all the features that we want in iPod 5 cause what about 6,7,8,9,10 lol,
2011
Hope they will change back on iPod touch.
Add plans with AT&T like on iPad like 20-25 $ pet month for unlimited Internet that would be great.

Happy New Year Everyone

 

[nicehhan]

may not be possible but.. more memory?
a radio tuner, i mean i have an app that does that but i need internet.
i agree with the glass idea, why cant they get black glass like they have at the sides of the lit screen all over it?
it would be pretty cool to have it vibrate whenever you get a notification too, but then i think it would have to be thick like the iphone and i think i would prefer it without vibration.

 

[jimmie32]

I think Apple should stop making it thinner. I bought a case to make it thicker since it was just slipping out of my hands. And it is just... too thin to hold it in both hands (landscape).

Realistically, I'd like, in order of preference:
1. GPS + Magnetometer. Come on Steve, it's not like putting a GPS unit and a Compass inside the iPod Touch is killing the iPhone. This would actually boost sales... because we all want a GPS. Or most of us do.

2. Fix the camera. It's not broken, but please, even if I don't want a dSLR quality camera (since I'm perfectly happy with my real camera), at least make it something useful. Sure 720p Video is useful, but 0.93 MP? If you want to make this a camcorder, then take out the stills feature.

2MP camera, Fixed-Focus, Backside Illumination is a bare minimum.
Something which would make me sell old iPT4 and buy a 5th Gen one would be a 3MP Autofocus (3GS Quality, and add Backside Illumination) one. Flash (Camera) is optional, but it'd be awesome. I'd hate carrying my dSLR everywhere to take /decent/ pictures in the dark.

3. Vibration Engine. Does it really cost /that/ much?

Unrealistic things, in order of possibility, most realistic first:
1. Better Speaker/Mic.
2. IPS Retina Display, iPhone-4 Quality.
3. Mute Switch.
----- Unrealistic Line below:
4. Non-Scratchy Back
4.1. (Candidates) iPad-like Anodized Aluminum Back
4.2. iPhone 3G/3GS like Plastic Back (Two generations old... bring it in.)
4.3. Aluminosilicate Glass (iPhone 4-like), unrealistic, definitely not coming unless iPhone 5 is going to be a revolution and brings an even better redesign

5. Redesign.
5.1. Change the back.
5.2. Introduce a White version. (Now I'm just dreaming)
5.3. Shift the headphone jack to the top (This has bothered me)
5.4. Make it thicker, and add more features

I won't be buying the 5th Gen unless it is a revolution anyway. And it definitely won't be, it'll probably be something like iPod Touch 4GS. Make it faster, thinner (Really, I think Apple will shrink that thing to 32 nanometers and then realize we can't hold it anymore), and so on.

Ah well.

 

[belltree]

5)Oleophobic coating on the screen

Doesn't the current version of the iPod Touch have an oleophobic coating on the screen? Either way, I think that Apple should discontinue coating their device screens with this substance containing nano particles. The 'potential' long term health risks outweigh any possible benefits.