Apple iPod classic 2gen. 120GB Black

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2013-10-11 06:53:15

Average rating:82

Uk has collected 97 expert reviews for Apple iPod classic 2gen. 120GB Black and the average expert rating is 82 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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electricpig.co.uk

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2013-10-11 06:51:09

Average rating:80

When Apple announced that it was bringing out a 160GB iPod all other MP3/PMP manufacturers must have dropped a brick. Apple subsequently cut the Classic down to 120GB, which would have pleased them a little, but that still holds a whopping 30,000 songs...

Whopping, great big hard drive. Easy to use. Extended battery life.
A bit chunky.
An iPod for people who don't like touchscreens, but need a big hard drive...

expertreviews.co.uk

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2013-10-11 06:51:14

Average rating:100

Other manufacturers appear to have given up on hard disk-based MP3 players, but not Apple. The latest iPod Classic has a huge 160GB capacity, yet it's no thicker than three £1 coins thanks to its single-platter 1.8in hard disk. You might think the...

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digitalversus.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:21

Average rating:80

Although Apples redesigned iPod Nano and iPod Touch have stolen most of the limelight in recent months, the iPod Classic hasnt disappeared.It may not have all of the bells and whistles of the new Nano, or the good looks of the Touch, but the Classic...

120 GB, Good battery life, Easy interface...
Dreadful headphones, Same problems with sound quality have not been improved...

expertreviews.co.uk

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2013-10-11 06:51:26

Average rating:80

If your only purpose in buying a new iPod is to play music, then the classic is for you. No fancy gimmicks here: just 120GB of hard disk, a 2.5in colour screen and a Click Wheel. Theres enough room on here to store even the beefiest of digital music c...

whathifi.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:26

Average rating:100

So, the iPod appears once more, in yet another incarnation. Given the success of the player over the years, we wouldnt expect to revolutionise its product, and so it proves. This is more of a gentle evolution.This new, fifth-generation iPod is thinne...

Improved sonic performance, thinner chassis, great allrounder, stylish finish...
Only comes in 120GB version...

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techadvisor.co.uk

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2013-10-11 06:51:31

Average rating:80

Lacking the wide-screen wonder and connectivity of the iPod touch and the 4G iPod nanos gee-whiz accelerometer and shake-to-shuffle feature, the iPod classic doesnt feel new or innovative. Rather, its a tested and reliable way to carry around your...

Apple has done very little to improve the iPod classic with this iteration - thats not necessarily a bad thing. It remains the iPod to own if you want to carry a lot of media with you. The Genius feature is a nice addition as is the ability to quickl...

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gadgetshow.channel5.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:41

Average rating:80

Apple iPod Classic is the first of a series of iPods which eventually branched out to iPod nano, iPod touch, iPod shuffle, and, of course, the iPhone. All iPod Classics have a 1.8-inch hard drive used as storage, with memory capacity varying from 5 GB...

New York? Pah! This is the Big Apple! The iPod Classic comes in at a morbidly-obese 120GB.That’s enough for 30,000 songs and 150 hours of video - or one Kevin Costner movie. It’s called the Classic because it retains the original iconic design...
As good as the Classic is, it isn’t perfect. While the Cover Flow system is a touch of class, it doesn’t move as fluidly as the Flash-based Touch and nano, and menus aren’t as free-flowing. It’s also a little bit of bloater, but th...
It’s like Apple’s shoved the iPod from six years ago in a cryogenic chamber, gutted its innards, and shoved in a whopping great 120GB hard drive. Fantastic for people afraid of change or who have more songs than sense. Apple iPod Classic is ta...

macworld.co.uk

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2013-10-11 06:52:05

Average rating:80

As of 5 September, the full-sized iPod turned six (as in sixth-generation) and, with the arrival of the iPhone-like iPod touch, was made a classic – the iPod classic. Offering increased capacity, a thinner form factor, a full-metal enclosure, an enh...

Bright, clear screen; excellent battery life, improved user interface, includes three new games, sounds as good as previous full-sized iPod; attractively priced with good price per GB...
Sluggish interface and unresponsive controls, incompatible with many existing dock-connector accessories, can’t use previously purchased games, Cover Flow not terribly helpful Min specs: USB 2.0, Mac OS X 10.4.8, iTunes 7.4...
If capacity is your prime concern, the iPod classic is the one to own. But it’s not flawless. Yes, the interface is slicker and sometimes more helpful, but ultimately it’s no easier to find and play your music on this iPod than it is on a 5G i...

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pcauthority.com.au

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2013-10-11 06:52:13

Average rating:83

There?s now very little reason not to buy an iPod. These are simply superb.

alphr.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:13

Average rating:67

Both players have their strong points, but the best feature remains the simple interface and excellent design. The iPod touch might be the one grabbing headlines, but Apple has given the entire iPod range a thorough shake-up. Theres no longer any suc...

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tomshardware.co.uk

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2013-10-11 06:52:13

Average rating:0

With dimensions of 103.5 x 62 mm, the Classic is certainly a reasonable size for an mp3 player. It’s quite thin, particularly the 80 GB version, with a thickness of 10.5 mm (fully 3 mm less than the 160 GB version). The 80 GB model is also lighter, weig...

techradar.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:32

Average rating:80

May not work with old iPod docks, CPU is a bit underpowered for what's expected of it, Past its prime?, Verdict, Theres never been a better time to buy a classic iPod. It sounds good, build quality is excellent and it boasts huge amounts...

Elegant and easy to use, Superb value, Simple interface...
Small screen, Format restrictive...
Apple doesnt make a specifically prescribed video player, but this hot-off-the-presses new generation of its flagship portable is the closest. With the entry-level capacity now 80Gb, and the top end a seemingly impossible 160Gb (more than most new lap...

goodgearguide.com.au

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2013-10-11 06:52:32

Average rating:80

Few products of the digital revolution are better known than Apples iPod. In amongst the furore created by the iPhone and the soon to be released iPod touch, it is easy to forget that this incredibly powerful brand has its roots in a relatively plain...

Touch wheel is very intuitive, menu additions are great, larger capacities...
Still reliant on iTunes, sound quality could use a little work The Final Word The iPod classic is relatively plain compared to the nano and touch, and so it may struggle to find a position in the market. However, the massive storage capacity should be...
The iPod classic is relatively plain compared to the nano and touch, and so it may struggle to find a position in the market. However, the massive storage capacity should be enough to attract anyone who has found that the touchs flash memory just isn...

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techadvisor.co.uk

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2013-10-11 06:52:56

Average rating:90

Theres no getting around the fact: Apples iPod line - last updated a year ago - was in dire need of a refresh heading into this weeks press event in San Francisco. And Apple provided that refresh in spades, updating all its existing iPod offerings...

My hands-on time with the new iPod classic left me with a largely positive impression. Its less exciting than the nano in terms of its new appearance and fewer major feature upgrades. However, two of those improvements - considerably better battery l...

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pocket-lint.com

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2013-10-11 06:53:09

Average rating:0

The good Metal casing, CoverFlow The bad No touch, no real change apart from metal casing and some software tweaks We say If you are serious about your music, video and image collection and want to carry it around with you, then this is the model...

Metal casing, CoverFlow...
No touch, no real change apart from metal casing and some software tweaks...
If you are serious about your music, video and image collection and want to carry it around with you, then this is the model for you...

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Zdnet.com.au

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2013-10-11 06:53:10

Average rating:74

DesignWhen Steve Jobs decreed that the full-size iPod needed an appellation like its siblings the Touch, nano and Shuffle, it meant that all of the changes to the sixth-generation full-size iPod would be relatively subtle ones. Theres no drastic chang...

Huge storage (who really has 40,000 songs?), Good value, Anodised aluminium front feels like quality, Video and photos are bright and clear, Interface looks even slicker than ever...
but marred by hard disk lag issues, Sound quality still, at best, mediocre, Cover Flow a case of form over function, New accessories required for video out...
The name suggests more of the same but with more space and better value. Hard disk lag issues, video out controversy and just okay sound stop it from being a true classic though.

theregister.co.uk

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2013-10-11 06:53:10

Average rating:80

Apples iPod Classic: black metal The iPod Classic has a metal face, not a plastic one. The shiny, curved chrome-like backplate is still there, but now its attached to an anodised aluminium sheet that curves gently forward before forming a flat spac...

As the latest hard drive iPod, the Classic - with its extra capacity and metal casing - is a good extension to the series. Yes, the silver model falls flat, but the black version is spot on. Wed say the same about the revamped user interface if it wa...

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whathifi.com

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2013-10-14 02:44:44

Average rating:100

Take the last generation's top-spec iPod, and swap 40GB/80GB capacities for 80GB/160GB without upping the price.Then add a boosted audio output, an even neater interface and a slimmer, all-metal finish. What's not to like about the new iPod Classic?With t...

Vast capacity for the same money, subtle but stylish new look, even better sonic performance...
Pathetic headphones...

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stuff.tv

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2014-03-20 03:55:54

Average rating:100

Video review: Avid music fans, look no further: this is a brilliant-sounding bargain. The iPod is dead. Long live the iPod Classic...

Amazing storage capacities. Build. Performance. Price...
Sluggish operation. Slightly bulky...
Avid music fans, look no further: this is a brilliant-sounding bargain. The iPod is dead. Long live the iPod Classic...

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toptenreviews.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:09

Average rating:88

The Apple iPod Classic is exactly that, a classic. At the end of 2001 when it was first introduced it completely redefined MP3 players (Originally released as iPod, Classic was added to the title in the 6th generation release). It was smaller, held mor...

Multiple language interface and all new games enhance this hard drive MP3 player...
This MP3 player lacks WiFi, and FM tuner and touchscreen.
The Apple iPod Classic has all the features needed to make it one of the best on the market...

pcmag-mideast.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:09

Average rating:70

Meet the new iPod. It looks familiar, huh? That’s because Apple’s iPod classic is essentially a replacement for the iPod video, or fifth-generation iPod. The main improvement here is storage space—what was once a 30GB or 80GB player now comes with 80GB...

Tons of storage. Improved interface. “Classic” iPod controls. Easy navigation.
Cover Flow is a bit slow. Bundled earbuds aren’t great.

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etechreviews.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:09

Average rating:0

Sum and Substance:Thumbs Up:Sleek, thin, easy to use interface, huge storage space, genius play list feature, better battery life.Thumbs Down:EQ presets are bad, you need a latest version iTunes and it may not be compatible on your old computer, no scr...

computershopper.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:10

Average rating:79

got a revision in the latest round of Apple's media-player releases. Granted, it's not much of a re...

Massive storage capacity; long battery life; supports video and photos...
Small screen for viewing photos, video; not a significant upgrade from previous version; screen, backing metal not scratch-proof...
It lacks the beauty and deep features of the iPod Touch, but the Classic sports huge capacity and great battery life for those with big media collections...

thinkdigit.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:11

Average rating:0

You’re my best friendThis is the 6th generation of the venerable hard drive-based iPod that Apple never fails to include. Although a generation old as we speak, (since the new iPod Classic is already available but not for review at this moment), this...

Great screen, Possibly the best sounding PMP, Well built, Unmatched storage...
Heavy and bulky, Larger screen would have made it better at movies...

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macnews.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:11

Average rating:0

40,000 songs! It can hold my current CD collection (which is pretty substantial) and all the music I buy for years to come. Or you can fill it with seven hours of video, though the 2.5-inch, 320×240 pixel display is too small for long term vi...

tcmagazine.info

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2013-10-11 06:51:14

Average rating:0

No FM tuner or other impressive features are present. The Classic is perfect for a portable media player that has a lot of storage space to listen to your favorite songs and watch your favorite TV...

techgage.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:16

Average rating:0

I did something this past weekend I never expected to do... purchase an Apple product. I have nothing against Apple or their products, but at no point recently have I been so impressed with one of their designs that I felt their price premium to be war...

Lots of storage (enough for 15,000 songs at a modest bitrate), 36 hours battery-life, Easy-to-use, iTunes cover art feature works well, Well-built... feels like it could handle a little abuse, Price ($249)...
No support for FM radio, No support for FLAC (Apple Lossless is, however), iTunes is almost forced for song transfers, Discuss this article in our forums!, Have a comment you wish to make on this article? Recommendations? Criticism? Feel free to head over...

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itp.net

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2013-10-11 06:51:20

Average rating:80

The word ‘classic' may make one think of sports cars, the classical musician Mozart and Ancient Greek mythology. But what happens when the word ‘classic' is associated with a gadget that became a world-wide phenomenon only a few years ago? Well, the iP...

A classic tribute to what has become a tech gadget of classic proportions...

techtree.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:24

Average rating:80

Apple extends its iPod line with the 6G classic - a successor to the 5G classic - and has quite a legacy to live up to. The Classic is for those who want the video playing capabilities of the iPod without the limiting size of the iPod Touches. This me...

Good battery life, Crisp screen, Excellent interface, Large capacity, Excellent sound quality, Good design.
Unresponsive click wheel, Restricted to iTunes.
The iPod Classic goes for Rs.15,000 for the 120GB version, which is just about what an 8GB touch will cost you. Depending on whether you want the larger storage space and actual music or just a better convergence device you could make your choice betw...

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techworld.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:33

Average rating:0

Lacking the wide-screen wonder and connectivity of the iPod touch and the 4G iPod nano's gee-whiz accelerometer and shake-to-shuffle feature, the iPod classic doesn't feel new or innovative. Rather, it's a tested and reliable way to carry around your...

Apple has done very little to improve the iPod classic with this iteration - that's not necessarily a bad thing. It remains the iPod to own if you want to carry a lot of media with you. The Genius feature is a nice addition as is the ability to quickl...

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macworld.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:39

Average rating:80

Think back to the first new car you owned, how you loved its smell, its glimmering paint, its awesome newness. Then recall, four years later, when it—with its scratches, stains, dings, and unattractive habits—becomes nothing more than a reliable mode o...

Lots of storage capacity; impressive battery performance; Genius playlist support; browse album and artist features; slightly brighter display; charges with FireWire connection.
Doesn’t include such cool new iPod nano features as accelerometer or spoken menus; those with large media libraries may mourn the loss of the 160GB classic.
Apple has done very little to improve the iPod classic with this iteration—that’s not necessarily a bad thing. It remains the iPod to own if you want to carry a lot of media with you. The Genius feature is a nice addition as is the ability to...

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ilounge.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:42

Average rating:70

Click Below to Read the Rest of This Review: Page 1 - Re-introducing the iPod classic, Now With 120GBPage 2 - Packaging, Pack-Ins, and Physical CharacteristicsPage 3 - Hard Disk, Battery, and iTunes Sync Tests: Great ResultsPage 4 - The iPod classic...

Apple’s only remaining hard disk-based iPod, boasting family-leading storage capacity and battery performance at reasonable pricing. Available in silver or black versions, each with full support for music, video, photo, and game playback. Adds new h...
Despite large hard drives and batteries, outdated 2.5” screen and interface continue to fall behind Apple’s best devices in ease-of-use and quality of overall media playback experience, forcing users to pick between great screens or the hard d...
A Note From the Editors of iLounge: Though all products and services reviewed by iLounge are "final," many companies now make changes to their offerings after publication of our reviews, which may or may not be reflected above. This iLounge article pro...

infosyncworld.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:43

Average rating:0

We scroll through the newly-polished menus on the Apple iPod classic 120GB, the update to Apples large-capacity music player.

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This text will be replaced The Apple iPod classic 120GB has become a political statement more than a music playing device. Its for users who wont give up the idea of taking their entire library, or a few good months worth of music at least, every...

about.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:48

Average rating:90

The GoodHuge storage capacityTerrific battery lifeAppealing enclosure and price The BadSmall screen for videoNo Internet connectivity The PriceUS$249 – 80GB US$349 – 160GBThe iPod Classic is a terrific portable media player. And it may be the...

ld2.ciol.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:52

Average rating:90

It was in 2001 when the world saw the debut of a device that went on to acquire a near 'generic-term' status for portable music players. It virtually became a crime to step out without those signature white ear buds. What we finally have is the 6...

Huge capacity, UI...
Familiar design is now boring, Scratch prone chrome back...

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techtree.com

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2013-10-11 06:51:56

Average rating:80

The world witnessed the first iPod in 2001. It was a stylish music player that could barely store a thousand odd songs (which, in those days, was pretty large). As years passed by, we saw various iterations of the iPod emerge like the Mini, the Nano, t...

Huge storage space, improved interface, fast data transfer, good battery life, value for money.
Click-wheel accuracy lower than previous models, bundled ear-phones could have been better, no major additions to the feature-list.
The 160 GB version of the iPod Classic is selling for a street price of around Rs. 15,000 and the 80 GB one sells for Rs. 11,500 (approx). Other hard drive-based players in this price range include the Creative Zen Vision:M and the Microsoft Zune (whic...

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mobilitysite.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:01

Average rating:0

The iPod Classic 80 GB is surprisingly small, yet robust. This picture illustrates the size well: When I had the Sansa View, I found myself becoming an expert in fields I had no interest in, specifically MSC v. MTP modes, just so I could load music...

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tech2.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:02

Average rating:90

If you thought all weve been doing lately is sit around, think again. After a lot of effort we managed to get our greedy paws on the monstous iPod Classic 160GB, which launched just a few months ago. Who said persistence doesnt pay? (For those who ca...

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stuff.tv

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2013-10-11 06:52:08

Average rating:100

Video review: Avid music fans, look no further: this is a brilliant-sounding bargain. The iPod is dead. Long live the iPod Classic...

Amazing storage capacities. Build. Performance. Price...
Sluggish operation. Slightly bulky...
Avid music fans, look no further: this is a brilliant-sounding bargain. The iPod is dead. Long live the iPod Classic...

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applelinks.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:15

Average rating:80

I believe it was They Might Be Giants who once observed that just because a songs old, that doesnt mean its a classic. Theyre correct, of course, and far too many DJs and VJs and all other manner of Js make that mistake. Now, weve got a classic...

maclife.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:20

Average rating:100

The new iPod nano: Its a movie theater in the palm of your hand. Darn you, Apple. You know our iPod love is fickle, and you take advantage each and every time. We were happy with the 5G iPod (a.k.a. the video iPod), but we admit, we wanted the next...

Say so long to the scratch-prone plastic. Thinner than ever. Improved software interface. Excellent screen.
No power adapter. Previously bought games won’t sync. Time to buy a new case.
The iPod classic and the iPod nano are the best of their respective product lines ever released. Will you be lucky enough to get one this holiday season? We hope so. iPOD NANO...

trustedreviews.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:24

Average rating:100

With the Touch and new nano grabbing all the headlines recently, it's easy to forget that Apple also relaunched its classic range of hard disk players the other week. But relauch it did, improve them it has and, despite the fact that it's not the show-sto...

Complaints about the restrictive file format support, volume level and games compatibility aside, if you're in the market for a high-capacity music and video player the iPod Classic should be high on your shortlist. Its years at the top of the MP3 player...

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Howstuffworks.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:28

Average rating:80

The latest generation of iPod unveiled by Apple pushed the manufacturer to rename its primary iPod to the iPod classic. With this change comes a better-looking body, the same great sound and an ever better user interface.For the iPod classic, also know...

Quick music transfers, movie viewing, long battery life...
Earbuds, clicking hard drive, lack of white body color option...
The latest generation of iPod unveiled by Apple pushed the manufacturer to rename its primary iPod to the iPod classic. With this change comes a better-looking body, the same great sound and an ever better user interface.For the iPod classic, also kno...

macworld.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:31

Average rating:80

2007-09-25 Product Guide : iPods iPod classic (6G iPod) 80GB Basic Information: Price as Reviewed: $249 Company: Apple Playlist Rating: (out of 5) Click to Read the Full Review. Specs: Capacity: 80GB Dimensions: 4.1"H by 2.4"W by 0.41"D Weight: 4.9...

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the-gadgeteer.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:35

Average rating:0

The globally popular Apple iPod video has been updated with a new face, a new interface, higher storage capacity and even a new name. Its now called the iPod classic, which may sound like a name that would be given to a low end model, but this isn...

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appleinsider.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:39

Average rating:0

Released alongside the all new third generation iPod Nano, the new iPod Classic offers a refined all-metal case, the same new graphical interface of the Nano, and the most battery and storage capacity of any iPod model (thanks to its hard drive and he...

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Digitaltrends.com

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2013-10-11 06:52:46

Average rating:80

Apple’s refreshed iPod line recently made its debut, to much fanfare. Along with new colors for the Shuffle, redesigned nanos, and innovative Touch lines, the good ole iPod we’ve come to know and love has been given the badge of “Classic...

Huge capacity Excellent sound quality Revamped interface...
Sluggish/balky menus No docking station included Requires iTunes 7 or newer Might not be compatible with some accessories...
The Apple iPod Classic is a nice evolutionary step in iPod design aimed at previous generation owners who require more storage capacity, or new owners who don’t want to pony up premium fees for less than premium storage. Granted, the unit’s ne...

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Digitaltrends.com

Updated:
2013-10-11 06:52:50

Average rating:80

Apple’s refreshed iPod line recently made its debut, to much fanfare. Along with new colors for the Shuffle, redesigned nanos, and innovative Touch lines, the good ole iPod we’ve come to know and love has been given the badge of “Classic...

Huge capacity Excellent sound quality Revamped interface...
Sluggish/balky menus No docking station included Requires iTunes 7 or newer Might not be compatible with some accessories...
The Apple iPod Classic is a nice evolutionary step in iPod design aimed at previous generation owners who require more storage capacity, or new owners who don’t want to pony up premium fees for less than premium storage. Granted, the unit’s ne...

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ilounge.com

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2013-10-11 06:53:04

Average rating:70

Pros: A superior update to Apple’s 2005 and 2006 hard-disk based iPods, featuring cleaner audio, crisper video, better storage capacity and greater than promised battery performance at last year’s prices. ... Cons: No longer Apple’s “best iPod ev...

A superior update to Apple’s 2005 and 2006 hard-disk based iPods, featuring cleaner audio, crisper video, better storage capacity and greater than promised battery performance at last year’s prices. Available in silver or black versions...
equently, there is a lot to like about the iPod classic. More power efficient than its predecessors and equipped with an 80GB ($249) or 160GB ($349) hard disk, it unquestionably delivers markedly superior value for the dollar than what it replaces. The...
A Note From the Editors of iLounge: Though all products and services reviewed by iLounge are "final," many companies now make changes to their offerings after publication of our reviews, which may or may not be reflected above. This iLounge a...

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mp3.com

Updated:
2013-10-11 06:53:08

Average rating:80

The iPod Classic is just like the Video iPod, only slimmer, tougher, and injected with a more visually rich graphic user interface.

The iPod Classic is just like the Video iPod, only slimmer, tougher, and injected with a more visually rich graphic user interface.
Video output now requires a proprietary cable; audio quality has not improved; some older iPod video accessories may not be compatible; users are required to use the latest version of iTunes, which may not work on some older computer systems.
The iPod Classic is a refinement of the formula that put the iPod on the map. Few can match its combination of storage capacity, battery life, and advanced user interface.