| Apple Video iPod (30GB) - Review |
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The new video iPod has a 2 1/2-inch color display and is an update of the classic white iPod. Watching a TV show requires far more attention than listening to a song, so it would be no surprise if Apple Computer Inc.'s new video-capable iPod music player provided a less-than-satisfying viewing experience. And the battery life has been extended to 12 hours on the 30 GB model and 20 hours on the 60 GB model when playing music.
The improvements not only enable the video feature but also enhance music listening and slideshow viewing. Apple has created a compelling reason to buy an iPod even if it's never used to watch a single video Purchasing and transferring a show is just as easy as music at Apple's iTunes Music Store. The content, once downloaded to the computer, automatically transfers to the portable as soon as its connected via a USB cable. Unlike music bought at the online store, video can't be transferred to a CD or DVD from the new iPod, thanks to copyright protection technology though an optional cable can be used to display an iPod show on a regular TV. The iPod no longer comes in the traditional "cube" packaging, instead coming in a box similar to that of the nano. A thin, black box with photos of the iPod on the front, back, and sides. Inside you'll find the iPod itself and an unfortunate lack of accessories. The model being reviewed is the 30 GB white version and this might be different for the larger, 60GB model. Inside was a software disc and Apple stickers, a USB dock connector cable, a universal dock adapter, headphones, headphone covers, and a thin iPod case.
Holds up to 15,000 songs and full-colour album art 30GB model is 10.4 x 6.1 x 1.1 cm; 60GB model is 10.4 x 6.1 x 1.4 cm Bright 6.35-cm (2.5-inch), 320 x 240 pixel TFT display Up to 20 hours of battery life Holds up to 25,000 photos Holds up to 150 hours of video Plays video or photo slideshows on TV via the optional Dock Apple Click Wheel Accessory-compatible Dock connector Dock works with the new Apple Remote Charges and syncs via USB Works with Mac OS X or Windows 2000/XP Syncs contacts, calendars and to-do lists SPECIFICATION (30GB VIDEO)
 Better Yet
Time for the world?s best music player to take the stage for another encore. In 30GB and 60GB(1) models that hold up to 15,000(2) songs, full-color album art and up to 25,000 photos(3), the new iPod makes the most of your music and more. Yeah, you?ve heard that tune before. Only now, you can watch it, too. With support for up to 150 hours(4) of video and a 2.5-inch color display, the new iPod lets you take music videos and TV shows on the road. More and Less he new iPod boasts up to 20 hours of battery life(5), five hours more than before. Plus, you get a bigger display and one more iPod color ? sleek black. But here?s the kicker: At under half an inch thin, the new 30GB iPod takes up about 45 percent less room than the original iPod. Even the new 60GB model is 10 percent thinner than the fourth-generation 20GB iPod. More features in less space? Sounds like iPod.
Now you can put all your music in your pocket and still have room for, well, practically everything else. Catch up on your reading with audiobooks. Browse your memories with photo slideshows, complete with music. Watch video podcasts, music videos and your favorite TV shows. Consult your calendar or look up an email address. Even check the time in another city or time your fastest lap. The new iPod keeps it all close at hand. Spin Some Tunes The Apple Click Wheel gives you access to your entire music, photo and video library ? from one thumb. Control volume and browse using the touch-sensitive surface. Play. Pause. Rewind and fast-forward. Rate your favorites. Create playlists on the go. Launch photo slideshows. The Click Wheel puts everything at your fingertips, so you can keep your eyes and ears on the music.
Playing your iPod is only half the fun. Try filling it with downloads from the iTunes Music Store. Choose from over 2 million songs, 20,000 podcasts, 2,000 music videos or your favorite ABC and Disney television shows, download them to your Mac or PC and sync them to your iPod. Add an optional audio cable to play music from the iPod to your home stereo or use an optional S-video cable with iPod to play VJ on your TV. You can perform the same big-screen feat with iPod photo slideshows. Oh, and you can do it all from across the room using the optional Universal Dock and handy new Apple remote. In the Box iPod
Tech Spec: Capacity 30GB or 60GB hard drive(1) Display 2.5 inch (diagonal) QVGA transflective, over 65,000-color liquid crystal display with white LED backlight Audio Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz Video
Headphones Earbud-style headphones with 18-mm drivers using Neodymium transducer magnets Windows system requirements PC with USB port or card (USB 2.0 recommended)
Music playback time: Up to 14 hours when fully charged Playback time (60GB model) Music playback time: Up to 20 hours when fully charged COLORS: Black or White |
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First it held songs. Then photos. Then podcasts. Now iPod adds video to change the way you experience your music and media. Again. In lighter, thinner 30GB and 60GB models, the new iPod is music to your eyes.
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Video formats supported: H.264 video up to 768 Kbps, 320 x 240, 30 frames per sec., Baseline Profile up to Level 1.3 with AAC-LC up to 160 Kbps, 48 KHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4 and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 480 x 480, 30 frames per sec., Simple Profile with AAC-LC up to 160 Kbps, 48 KHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4 and .mov file formats | < Prev | Next > |
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