Apple iPod Classic

Last Sunday I went out and got myself a new Apple iPod Classic – a sleek 80 GB silver beauty (courtesy a great promotion at work). People, to tell you the truth, the new iPod Classic has come to me like a blessing in disguise! I now listen to music everywhere I go – in bed, for a jog, and in the car!

The good part about the iPod Classic is that it is exactly like the video iPod, only it happens to be tougher, slimmer, and of course sleeker. The best part about this iPod is that its graphic user interface is richer visually. Apart from this major user interface makeover, the Classic’s sound quality is as usual top-notch, as compared to some of the iPod models being sold earlier with middle-of-the-road sound qualities.

If you are looking to store more than 16GB of video and music, the iPod Classic is your best bet. For those who want higher storage requirements of say 20-60 GB, the 80 GB (the one that I have) and 160 GB models are the best.

With over 20 different equalization presets to choose from – ranging from enhancements that are subtle to more dramatic bass boosting – what more could you ask for? What’s more, after you listen to your Classic iPod with a new set of Ultrasone HF1-700 headphones or the Shure SE310 earphones, the fidelity of the Classic iPod will certainly satisfy you.

The most impressive feature of the iPod is of course the video playback. Even more impressive is the crisp resolution of the Classic’s 2.5-inch screen that also happens to be easier on the eyes. Besides the overhauled interface and upgraded storage capacity, the Classic also has an increased battery life.

The only downside would be that the iPod’s video output requires a certain cable. Some of the older iPod accessories are not compatible here. And, users are required to download the latest version of iTunes that sometimes doesn’t work on older computer systems.

The bottom line is that the iPod Classic range is a refined version of the formula that put the Apple iPod on the best-selling map. Not many other models can match its battery life, storage capacity, and of course the advanced user interface.

Posted by Gregory / Device