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Next-Generation iPod Model Number List Revealed?
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Next-Generation iPod Model Number List Revealed?
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AppleInsider reports on a tip from a reliable source who has also in the past provided reliable information to MacRumors detailing the forthcoming iPod model updates to be introduced today.
The list includes iPod nano models in both 8 GB and 16 GB capacities, each available in the same nine colors currently available in existing models. Also included are 160 GB iPod classic models in the same silver and black colors found on existing models, but increased in capacity from the current 120 GB offerings. Finally, iPod shuffle models in 2 GB and 4 GB capacities are listed in several colors. It is unclear whether the new iPod shuffle models correspond to the latest version introduced in March in 4 GB capacities in silver and black or to earlier-generation models that have continued to be offered in 1 GB capacities in multiple colors.
There is no mention of the iPod touch in the alleged list of updated models, an omission that may be related to last-minute production problems with camera modules.
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AppleInsider reports on a tip from a reliable source who has also in the past provided reliable information to MacRumors detailing the forthcoming iPod model updates to be introduced today.
The list includes iPod nano models in both 8 GB and 16 GB capacities, each available in the same nine colors currently available in existing models. Also included are 160 GB iPod classic models in the same silver and black colors found on existing models, but increased in capacity from the current 120 GB offerings. Finally, iPod shuffle models in 2 GB and 4 GB capacities are listed in several colors. It is unclear whether the new iPod shuffle models correspond to the latest version introduced in March in 4 GB capacities in silver and black or to earlier-generation models that have continued to be offered in 1 GB capacities in multiple colors.
There is no mention of the iPod touch in the alleged list of updated models, an omission that may be related to last-minute production problems with camera modules.
Apple briefly slashed prices on its existing iPod touch, iPod nano, and iPod classic models earlier today before the online store was taken down.
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Hopefully there is more to this event than just a capacity bump to last year's models....
Hopefully there is more to this event than just a capacity bump to last year's models....
So just 40GB bigger Classic and Shuffle with more colors + today's price cut? I hope there's something else too...
I'm beginning to seriously wonder if this refresh really needs an event. Bump in memory, a few models get cameras (major yawn) and perhaps a new iTunes (major yawn with a little bit of dribble).
I could understand it if there was a new ATV or some brand new product or major new function - but a camera? Pah!!
I could understand it if there was a new ATV or some brand new product or major new function - but a camera? Pah!!
That would cost $500 and be a niche product. Flash is still too expensive above 100 GBs. 64 GBs on a touch is all we'll be getting this year I think.
There'd better be a camera on the new shuffle.
It comes separately where you have to plug it in to the headphone jack
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Crap!! Back to a 160 classic? Come on what about 240 or 360? It certainly is possible. I mean you can buy modified 5 Gen version at 240GB. There is an audience for a larger HD version.
You couldn't even listen to that many song without the battery dying. I really do not see a point for such a large HD.
Plus, do you know how much time it would require to listen to that many songs? The price for a 360 would be ridiculous.
240 GB 1.8" Hard Drives are dual-platter. This means that it is substantially thicker, heavier and more power-hungry than the single-platter versions. There is an audience for over 160 GBs, but it's very very small, and not worth the R & D and production costs over such a small market. Let's face it, you could easily sync what you need and remove what you don't need with 160 GBs.
