Apple iPod Classic

The new iPod Classic from Apple is a revamped and overhauled version of the regular click wheel iPod Nano, available in black and silver and no more whites. The Classic features two models – the 80 GB model and the 160 GB. The 160 GB model contains up to 40,000 songs, giving you the opportunity to upload all your music and video collection no matter how large it is.

Now, well into its sixth generation, the Classic delivers all the best features that iPod lovers from all over the world want. What with an advanced user interface that features CoverFlow and a new and revamped metal enclosure, the Classic is a real beauty.

With the first iPod to come out we only got a storage capacity of 1,000 songs, but with the new iPod Classic you get an iPod with a storage capacity of up to 40,000 songs! With its thinner, sleeker, metal enclosure and its user interface makeover, the Classic is perfect.

The Classic works in association with iTunes that you can import and easily sync into your content. You can even buy videos, games and music for your Classic from the iTunes store. The Classic also has a battery life of 40 hours for audio playback and 7 hours of video playback for the 160 GB model, and up to 30 hours of audio and 5 hours of video for the 80 GB model – all this on a single charge! This enables users to upload and enjoy entire collection of music, audio podcasts, video podcasts, music videos, TV serials, movies and even audiobooks, even on the go.

What’s more, the Classic is perfect for games like iQuiz, Vortex, Klondike, Sudoku and even Tetris. Both the Classic models are currently available worldwide in both black as well as silver. The 80 GB model is priced at $249 while the 160 GB model is priced at only $349 – quite reasonable don’t you think?

With more than hundreds of million iPod’s sold worldwide; the latest iPod lineup released by Apple is the most exciting ever!

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Well, my birthdays coming up in a couple of weeks time and my folks have given me the choice of either buying an iPod Video or the new iPod Classic. I have a massive music collection and I want something that has a good storage capacity, and since I travel quite a bit, I’m looking for something that has an extended battery life. I’ve been doing a lot of research on the pros and cons of these two iPod models and here is the info that I’ve managed to collect so far:

The 160 GB iPod Classic has an enormous storage that is far more advanced than that of the Video iPod and it can easily store more than 40,000 songs! Both, the Video and the Classic, have similar dimensions but outwardly, the Classic has a new and sleek anodized aluminum finish while the Video has the usual polycarbonate finish. So, if you are one of those people who go for show and outward appearances, then the iPod Classic sure is a beauty!

As far as the technical factors like functioning and sound quality is concerned, there wasn’t much information provided out there. But here is what I managed to find out: the iPod Classic has excellent sound quality if you are using a lineout dock, especially if you tweak the amp. But, when you use the headphone jack, the sound quality tends to weaken. In comparison, the iPod Video gives out excellent sound quality, which is far more advanced than that of the Classic. In the iPod Video, when you employ your E2C’s, the volume will never surpass 50%. However, the iPod Classic has a lower volumes and tends to be on the quieter side, and you’ll probably have to increase your volume to 95% to get the ‘feel’ of the music.

Like I mentioned earlier, I have a huge music collection and I want something that supports and holds my entire movie and music collection. Now, the 80 GB iPod Video will probably be filled to the brim, but the 160 GB iPod Classic will easily hold my entire collection, and there will also be loads of space to spare! So, that’s a plus point for the Classic.

However, as compared to the Video iPod, the Classic can be quite slow and unresponsive, and it is partly because of the larger music library or the fancy UI. Some people would say that the iPod Video is far more efficient than its ‘Classical’ counterpart, but nothing can beat the smooth menu navigation of the Classic. The Classic – with its extended battery life that give you about 40 hours of listening time and about 10 hours of movie watching time, its overhauled user interface, and its advanced search option – does have a few minus points here and there. But, since I’m looking for something with a large storage capacity and an extended battery life – the Classic wins hands down for me!

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Most people, or may be its just me are wondering what is the deal with so many versions of the iPod being launched? They all serve the same purpose don’t they? People use the iPod to listen to music right? So what is all this hoo-ha about the iPod classic and iPod Touch? Do people really care?

Being an owner of the iPod Nano, a mere 2GB one at that, I am inclined to compare the iPod classic with the iPod Nano. And let me tell you that at the end of my research I did want to get my hands on the iPod Classic. First of all let’s start by talking about the display screen. Not as swanky as the multi touch display screen of the iPod Touch, the iPod classic has a 2.5-inch display screen which makes watching videos oh-so much fun. The iPod Nano certainly does not have any video options.

The storage space and the battery life of the iPod classic is its true selling point. With storage options of 80GB and 160GB the iPod Classic the iPod Classic makes storing music, videos, photos, movies and games so much more convenient. You can store your entire music collection along with everything else on this little power packed media player. The battery life is the best part. You can play 40 hours of non-stop audio playback and 7 hours of video playback with the 160GB iPod classic and 30 hours of audio and 5 hours of video on the 80GB iPod Classic. Completely perfect for those who travel for days.

Another thing that has drawn me towards the iPod Classic is its sleek design. Its sleek form, full metal enclosure and compatibility with other iPod accessories is what makes this version of the iPod a step above the iPod Touch. This is only because the iPod Touch is not compatible with any other iPod devices and that is a slight problem where uploading videos is concerned.

All in all, for its price of $250 or $350 for the 80GB and 160GB version, the iPod Classic is definitely one classy piece of equipment.

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Unbelievably though it may seem – both the new models of Apple’s iPod series are absolutely great! Yes, the waiting has finally come to an end and now it is time to check out two of the coolest, new gadgets in town – the iPod Classic and the iPod Touch. Both these devices are probably the hottest products that Apple has launched this year. But, if you are confused as to what to buy – the iPod Touch or the iPod Classic, here is my personal review of both these products.

The iPod Classic is the device that is the exact same as the iPod Video, but with more storage capacity, an extended battery life, and looks a lot better, and is more affordable on the whole.

The iPod Touch on the other hand is very similar to the iPhone, but has no camera or phone features in it.

Lets talk about the iPod Classic first! Being the sixth generation of its kind, this iPod is slimmer and sleeker than ever. With storage capacities of 80 GB and 160 GB respectively, this iPod boasts of more music, more videos, and more of everything. The smooth metallic sheen makes this gadget look all the more attractive. Another great feature is that you have the option of searching for songs through the album covers. What’s more, you can even flip through the album covers and listen to the soundtracks in it. With an attractive display screen of 2.5 inches, the Classic will make your movie watching sessions a lot more entertaining. Apart from watching your favorite flicks, you can also download some of these new sitcoms that you’ve always wanted to watch. Other great features of the Classic are the games, storage capacity of about 25,000 photos, the audiobooks, the search option to help you listen to the songs you want, contacts, the new and updated calendar, and a clock.

As the name suggests, the iPod Touch is a gadget with a multi touch screen. With a display screen of 3.5 inches, the touch screen will allow you to zoom in on images by merely tapping the screen. Just like the iPod Classic, you also have the option of browsing through album covers to find the song you want. When watching videos or movies, the touch screen will give you the option of watching the video on full screen or with a control option. What’s more, the Touch comes with wi-fi Internet services! However, the Touch only has a storage capacity of 8 GB and 16 GB, which is a disappointment when you compare it to the Classic.

So, is it the Touch or is it the Classic that you want? Beats me, I had a tough time myself deciding which one to buy!

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Initially, with all the hype and brouhaha about Apple’s new iPod Classic, I simply thought that this new device would be just another one of those run of the mill media players with the same old boring features. But, since my favorite nephews birthday is coming up and I know that he wants an iPod real bad, I thought I’d probably do a little research on the new iPod Classic – how it looks, its functioning, features and how much it costs – to see if it really is worth it giving him an iPod for his birthday.

So, I started off by going online and browsing through a couple of gizmo friendly sites to check out the reviews about the Classic, and boy was I in for a surprise! Here’s what I learnt about the Classic:

Media-centric in nature, the iPod Classic is a direct descendant of the Video iPod and after carrying out months and months of thorough research; the people at Apple came up with a new and innovative creation – the iPod Classic! Available in two amazingly vast capacities (160 GB and 80 GB), the Classic is considered by many iPod enthusiasts as the perfect media-playing device ever created! After reading up on some of the reviews that it has received, I finally realized why it was given the name ‘Classic’.

Images of the product will show you a super sexy, ultra sleek, slim and trendy looking iPod that has had a complete user interface makeover that is called the CoverFlow and is encased safely in a new metal casing. If you happen to be a frequent iPod user (like my nephew), you’ll surely be the happiest person once you own this classical creation.

With its split display screen, you’ll be able to watch videos and other forms of media on end of the screen while at the same time you have the option of browsing through the content on the other end of the screen. How amazing is that! Compared to the former versions, the Classic has an extended battery life that can play up to 7 hours of videos and movies and around 40 hours of music listening time! With such an extended battery life, Apple has concentrated entirely on creating a power portable machine. However, if your budget isn’t too big, then you can probably go for the 80 GB model that will give you about 5 hours of video playing time and around 30 hours of listening time!

As far as the prices are concerned, the 80 GB model is for about $250 while the 160 GB model goes for $350. Both these models are exclusively available in silver and black. With this price range, I realized I’m getting the best package ever – a brilliant media device replete with games like iQuiz, Vortex, and Klondike, and I’m also getting a gadget that is so advanced technologically – its unbelievable! My nephew is sure going to be happy when he gets his new iPod Classic next week!

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