Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 80GB, black)
MP3 players Buying Guide
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CNET editors' rating:
4.0 stars
Excellent
THE GOOD
The enhanced iPod has the same sleek design with improved video battery life and brighter screen; it brings gapless playback to the masses; up to 80GB; new features such as instant search and enhanced games; movies now available in iTunes 7; excellent overall value.
THE BAD
The Apple iPod has added no major functions such as FM radio, wireless, recording; small screen not conducive to movie viewing; proprietary USB cable; narrow native video-format compatibility; body is still scratch prone.
THE BOTTOM LINE
The amazingly low priced updated Apple iPod gets many under-the-hood improvements, but it's still not a true video player.
CNET Reader Reviews
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September 21, 2006 12:58
3.5/5
I have owned a Sony NW-HD5 for the past year, and have been spoiled by the sound quality it produces. However, I couldn't pass up picking up this new Ipod (as I've been an avid dissenter of "IPod Culture" for the better part of 3 years) because of t... read more » -
September 26, 2006 01:06
3.0/5
Prior to buying an MP3 player, I borrowed a friend's 30 gig iPod for a trial run. I also borrowed this 80 gig iPod. I finally bought the Creative Zen Vision M 30 gig MP3 player. Although the user interface lozenge of the Zen takes some trial and ... read more » -
September 20, 2006 08:21
4.5/5
Ok so this isn't exactly one of those rediculous PMP's yet. But The iPod isn't about what's on the paper. It can't record voice or tv or anything like that. It can't play full movies comfortably on it's 2.5 inch screen. It also can't make you a pot ... read more »
Where to Buy
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