iPod How Would You Improve the iPod touch?

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by ilovejedd

I'm waiting for newer phones to come out actually. That should drop the prices on current models. I'm really liking the Nexus S. I think I'll probably pull the trigger when it drops to under $300 unlocked.

Yep, those are the specs I'm looking for; and $300 would be a good price

[stonetools]

People seem to like their IPod touches and want the line to continue, but how do you use your ipod touches? What do you like about it?
Maybe that will be a clue as to what improvements should be added?
I might buy the next generation, myself.

[ilovejedd]

Originally Posted by stonetools

People seem to like their IPod touches and want the line to continue, but how do you use your ipod touches? What do you like about it?
Maybe that will be a clue as to what improvements should be added?
I might buy the next generation, myself.

I use mine as a backup to my iPhone. I use the iPhone during the day so by nighttime, it's already out of juice. I use the Touch for pretty much the same things I use the iPhone for (bar calls) so that's:

• ebook reader (primary function)
• checking email (usually too lazy to do this on the computer so this gives me easy access to email)
• quick access to forums (including MobileRead)
• reading tech blogs
• mobile banking
• checking movie times, restaurants, etc
• shopping (mostly from Amazon)
• casual gaming (when I don't have time to read a book but need to keep myself entertained somehow)

On my wishlist: flash (for camera) and GPS

By the way, the only reason people want the iPod Touch line to continue is because of price. If Apple releases an iPhone "lite" that is basically the same as the iPod Touch except with phone function for $229 that can be bought unlocked with no contract and doesn't require you to have a data plan, I don't think people will have complaints even if Apple discontinues the iPod Touch line.

[kjk]

Originally Posted by ilovejedd

If Apple releases an iPhone "lite" that is basically the same as the iPod Touch except with phone function for $229 that can be bought unlocked with no contract and doesn't require you to have a data plan, I don't think people will have complaints even if Apple discontinues the iPod Touch line.

I think this may be likely-basically include the 3G like the iPad does, and have Verizon, Sprint, and ATT offer voice/data plans per month like they currently do with data plans for the iPad. It would be a nice evolution of the device.

Except for the $229 part...I'm thinking $349/$449

[ilovejedd]

Originally Posted by kjk

I think this may be likely-basically include the 3G like the iPad does, and have Verizon, Sprint, and ATT offer voice/data plans per month like they currently do with data plans for the iPad. It would be a nice evolution of the device.

Except for the $229 part...I'm thinking $349/$449

Adding a 3G radio wouldn't really cost them much. The iPhone is better than the iPod Touch line in terms of RAM, display, camera and GPS. Besides, I was talking about discontinuing the iPod Touch line so if the minimum for an iPhone lite is $349, that's not gonna fly. A lot of folks would balk at paying $349 and up if they don't plan on using the phone functions.

[stonetools]

If they do iPhone lite, it's going to be < $300 at least for the cheapest version- maybe 279 for 16g?
I would do that. It would be great if we got the iPhone 4 camera with that, and gps. Even TM would sign up for that, cheap as he is

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by stonetools

People seem to like their IPod touches and want the line to continue, but how do you use your ipod touches? What do you like about it?

The greatest feature on the iPod touch is internet access that doesn't require a paid data plan from a carrier. That feature is the only reason I bought one.

I don't use it to store music, because I have an MP3 player (Sansa Clip+) that does that.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by stonetools

If they do iPhone lite, it's going to be < $300 at least for the cheapest version- maybe 279 for 16g?
I would do that. It would be great if we got the iPhone 4 camera with that, and gps. Even TM would sign up for that, cheap as he is

What I object to is the forced two year $23+/month data plan. Make data optional and I'd get a smartphone (Android, not iOS) in a heartbeat.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by ilovejedd

Besides, I was talking about discontinuing the iPod Touch line so if the minimum for an iPhone lite is $349, that's not gonna fly. A lot of folks would balk at paying $349 and up if they don't plan on using the phone functions.

Yep; for sure.

[CSX]

My dream is to have 7" iOS device with retina. It would be perfect reader! iPad too big and heavy and without retina, iPod Touch too small.

[Dylrob]

Originally Posted by tubemonkey

• GPS & Compass - required for numerous outdoor and nature apps

Definitely this.

The other thing I would do is give it an official game controller attachment. Making it a more serious competitor in the handheld gaming market.

[stonetools]

Originally Posted by CSX

My dream is to have 7" iOS device with retina. It would be perfect reader! iPad too big and heavy and without retina, iPod Touch too small.

Not according to Jobs..
Still, i have speculated that they might discontinue the current size iPod touch and do a 7 inch. Don't think they'll do it this year, though.
I think the iPhone lite is most likely in the short term, if there is no ipt5. If the Amazon tab really catches fire, they may unleash the 7" iPad lite next year.

[stonetools]

According to Macrumors, there will be little change to the new Ipod touch, except for an option to get it in white.

IPOD RUMORS

There is at least a chance that the IPT 5 might get the new A5 processor, but apparently, even that's doubtful.

[tubemonkey]

Originally Posted by stonetools

According to Macrumors, there will be little change to the new Ipod touch, except for an option to get it in white.

IPOD RUMORS

There is at least a chance that the IPT 5 might get the new A5 processor, but apparently, even that's doubtful.

That's pretty lame. If that's the case, I won't be upgrading. I need GPS, compass, and AF cam.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by tubemonkey

My $25 Sansa Clip+ has much better sound quality and puts the iPod to shame.

It's not hard to sound better then an iPod Touch. The reason Apple bundle the earbuds is so people can't tell that the poor sound quality is not just due to the earbuds.

Apple lost focus. Basically, sound quality is irrelevant to Apple. If it can be done on the cheap shit side, they'll do it.