Apple iPod classic 80 GB Silver (6th Generation) OLD MODEL
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Manufacturer: Apple ComputerBrand: Apple
Edition: Electronics
Release Date: 2007-09-05
Model: MB029LL/A
Color: Silver
Publisher: Apple Computer
Studio: Apple Computer
Music Label: Apple Computer
Product features:
- iPod classic puts your entire music and video collection in your pocket with 80 GB of storage
- An enhanced interface offers a whole new way to browse and view your music and video
- Cover Flow technology lets you use the patented Click Wheel to flip through your music by album cover
- Beautifully designed, iPod classic features a sleek, all-metal enclosure
- 2.5-inch display; measures 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.41 inches (H x W x D), weighs 4.9 ounces
- Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220 Noise Isolating Earphones
- JBL Radial Micro Docking Speaker for iPod (Black)
- Duracell Instant Power Charger for USB Compatible Devices
- Kinamax Portable and Foldable Mini Audio System Speakers for iPod and MP3 Players (White)
- Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Loudspeaker Dock System for iPod and MP3 Players
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Apple iPod classic 80 GB Silver (6th Generation) OLD MODEL
Customer Review: Visually Appealing, Technically Disappointing
Summary: 3 Stars
The 80GB silver iPod is my second iPod that I've owned, the first being a Shuffle, which I had given to me as a gift for my running endevours. Needless to say, I eventually got to the point where I want more than 1GB of music with me at a time (though I still think the Shuffle is the best thing for going on a jog, since it clips securely on to anything in reach), and I went out and bought the 80GB, since I'd heard such great things about some of the other models from Apple, and my music collection, at the time, didn't exceed 30GB. I'd heard a lot of great things about Apple, and I hate to say it, but really, it's only been a mediocre MP3 player for me, which is disappointing, considering Apple's preceding reputation.
I'll start with the good:
1) The graphics. Really, you can't beat the interactive graphics that Apple churns out. The color is bright and sharp, and the menus are very user-friendly.
2) The size. It's sleek, visually appealing, and still can fit in my pocket, or clip easily onto my bag if I'm walking.
3) The sound quality. I have Bose headphones, and the sound over those is great: Cryatal clear, with no static, and the volume is very well-balanced.
4) The iTunes interface is very easy to set-up, given you have the time to do so, and once the songs and albums are all organized, it's very easy to change information and sync it with the iPod. The one sticking point is that it doesn't read WMA files, and iTunes will convert those happily to AAC (though this uses up twice the amount of space on your hard drive, since then you end up with duplicates of each music file), but if you have MP3s, or MP4s, you won't have any problems.
5) The clickwheel. It's a very user-friendly sort of invention, and a novelty all it's own. It makes scrolling through menus and songs very simple and fast, especially since it will automatically switch to alphabetization mode if you scroll quickly enough.
Now, the bad:
1) The hardware freezes. I found this a bit ironic, that the entire thing would freeze, forcing me to re-boot it manually at random times during syncs, especially when you considers Apple's platform against Windows, and it's "never fail" software.
2) The lag with the graphics. Considering that one of the major selling points for the classic is it's album cover-flow, it would be nice if there wasn't a lag in the loading of artwork while scrolling. It's more of an annoyance that a true hardship, but with the price on the hardware, it's slightly unacceptable.
3) The organization and categorization. While the menus are easy to use, categorizing is often horribly done. For instance, while floating through the coverflow, or album list, you come across an album not sorted by the album title, but by the artist for the song on that album, which means that you have multiples of one album to go through, especially if you have a compilation CD. This didn't make much sense to me, considering that most people don't search for an album that way in their own music collection. The look for the CD itself, not the individual artists for each track.
4) Certain files just won't play. I had a problem with a few CDs where the MP3s were different bit rates, and since the speeds didn't correspond, my iPod wouldn't play them until I converted them to matching speeds. (Usually the 192kps works the best.) I found this really vexing, because iTunes would play the songs without problem, and it wasn't until I tried the same songs on the iPod by itself that they refused to play, even though the cover work and song titles were still displayed.
5) Files bought on iTunes can't be shared, or exchanged anywhere outside of the iTunes set-up upon which they were purchased. Useless if I switch computers or hard-drives, or if I want to transfer those files to a data disc. I never bother to purchase anything from iTunes as a result, and stick to good old-fashioned MP3s.
6) The clickwheel. It doesn't work very well with the silicon skins, and in cold weather, or if your fingers tend to be colder (as mine are), it sometimes doesn't work at all, since response is heat-sensitive. There is nothing more annoying than sliding your finger around on a white peice of plastic, trying to scroll though a menu, and having absolutely nothing happen.
Overall? Apple has a pretty tough grasp on the MP3 market, and the amount of outside file sharing they welcome is very limited, which is annoying when you can't find another means for an issue except to go through Apple. Other than that, the interface is very user-friendly, and the sound quality is superb. I like the experience overall, but I don't think I'll be purchasing another in the future.
Description of Apple iPod classic 80 GB Silver (6th Generation) OLD MODEL
With 80 GB of storage, iPod classic gives your music and video room to move. It also has plenty of energy (up to 40 hours of audio playback), good looks (a sleek, all-metal design), and a great personality (a brand-new interface with Cover Flow). In other words, iPod classic makes an ideal companion.Cover Flow
If a picture says a thousand words, think of what all the album art in your collection might say. With Cover Flow on iPod classic, you can flip through your music to find the album you want to hear. Use the Click Wheel to browse music by album cover, then select an album to flip it over and see the track list.
 With 80GB or 160GB of storage, iPod classic gives your music and video room to move. View iPod classic dimensions. |
 Up to 40 hours of audio playback in the palm of your hand. View larger. |
 Thinner and more compact than ever. |
Use the Click Wheel to adjust volume, navigate songs, browse in Cover Flow, or explore the Music menu by playlist, artist, album, song, genre, composer, and more. Want to mix things up? Click Shuffle Songs. iPod classic makes your music look as good as it sounds, thanks to its big, bright, color display.
Movies
Buy movies from the iTunes Store and you can sync them to your iPod classic to watch anywhere, anytime. The gorgeous 2.5-inch display makes your movies pop. And iPod classic keeps you entertained for up to 7 hours. Long flight or darkened room? Adjust the brightness for even more video playback time.
TV Shows
There's always something good on iPod classic. Browse thousands of episodes of your favorite TV shows on the iTunes Store, buy them for just $1.99 each, then sync them to iPod classic. Watch last night's episodes this morning, or buy a whole TV series and play a pocket-size marathon.
Podcasts
The iTunes Store features thousands of free video and audio podcasts, including indie favorites and offerings from such big names as ABC News, Comedy Central, ESPN, PBS, NPR, and many more. Browse and subscribe to podcasts, then sync them to your iPod classic. You can even play video podcasts on TV using an optional Apple component or composite AV cable.
Audiobooks
The digital shelves of the iTunes Store are stocked with thousands of audiobooks--including exclusives like the entire Harry Potter series--so you can catch up on your reading wherever iPod classic takes you. iPod classic recognizes where you left off and bookmarks your place. You can even adjust the reading speed to suit you.
Games
Put hours of fun at your fingertips. iPod classic comes with three games--Vortex, iQuiz, and Klondike--and you can download more from the iTunes Store for $4.99 each. All iPod games are designed specifically for the iPod interface. And all of them look great on the 2.5-inch color display.
Photos
iPod classic holds up to 25,000 photos you can sync from your Mac or PC via iTunes. Use the Click Wheel to scroll through photo thumbnails the same way you scroll through song titles. To see a photo full screen, click the center button. You can even view photo slideshows--complete with music and transitions--on iPod classic or on a TV using an optional Apple component or composite AV cable.
Search
With up to 40,000 songs on your iPod classic, you need an easy way to search your collection. A built-in search function lets you use the Click Wheel to type out the name of the song, artist, album, audiobook, or podcast you're looking for. iPod classic returns results instantly as you select letters.
Extras
Calendars, contacts, and a clock appear in the Extras menu, along with a few more handy items. Take the screen lock, for example. Spin the Click Wheel to choose a four-digit combination and protect your iPod classic from prying eyes. If you forget your combination, just reset when you sync. Or use the built-in stopwatch to log your best times.
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