Player Type:
ÊHard Disk MP3 Player, Portable Media Player
Radio:
ÊOptional
Recording, Voice:
ÊOptional
Recording, Line In:
ÊOptional
Audio Battery Life:
Ê21 Hr
Video Battery Life:
Ê5.5 Hr
Storage Capacity:
Ê80 GB
Dimensions:
Ê4.1 x 2.4 x 0.55 inches
Weight:
Ê6.4 oz
Video Recording:
ÊNo
Screen Resolution:
Ê320 x 240 pixels
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> The latest version of the iPod has a few enhancements, including longer video battery life, support for some cool games, a brighter screen, a search feature, and larger capacity (up to 80GB). And the price drop is nice too. >
> Bright screen. Excellent interface. Seamless integration with iTunes. You can transfer purchased music from iPod back to PCs. Very good sound quality. Long video battery life. Supports lossless and Audible formats, as well as gapless playback. Supports fun games. >
> Audio battery life could be longer. FM tuner and recording capabilities require optional accessories. Video-format support could be broader. >
Editor's Note
: Our original review (09/22/06) has been updated with the results of our audio and video battery rundown tests.
The latest full-size iPod can be considered generation 5.5, since the interface and design improvements aren't nearly as drastic as they were from generation 4 to 5. The new model comes in 30GB and an ultra-roomy 80GB capacity. With the exception of the brighter screen, all the enhancements are in the firmware, including gapless playback, a new search feature, and support for better games (solitaire and Brick were getting pretty stale). And although the second-gen iPod nano now comes in a variety of colors, the full-size model is still limited to just black or white.
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