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4.0 stars
"A well rounded MP3 player with a video touch"
Pros: Large capacity for the price, Easy to use click wheel/navigation, sharp bright LCD, Tons of accessories!
Cons: Limited to iTunes software/store. Video usage and viewing is over hyped
Summary: Well what can I say. After purchasing a 4GB Nano as a gift, I took the plunge myself and ended up purchasing this 30GB 5th Gen iPod.
Well I'm not disappointed and have been able to import a lot of my music and have only made a slight dent to the hard drive capacity. Since I joined a gym I purchased a carrying case with a belt clip and arm strap. I also ended up purchasing the FM tuner adapter not for the FM tuner itself but for the control features it offers.
I'm used to the PSP controls being accessible via the similar interface that it used to come with. I love the iPod for it's sleek look and of course for the tons of accessories that are available for it.
On the negative side, the video option is over hyped. I am not sure who would like to sit on a plane looking at a wide screen movie on a tiny LCD screen. On a PSP this is doable and not exhausting. On the iPod it's not the best option. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice option to view quick clips like skits, and music videos but that's about it.
Overall you will not go wrong with this latest incarnation of the iPod. For the next gen of the iPod I would like to see illuminated control buttons on the click wheel and also a less scratch resistance but shiny face/screen. In addition a USB power adapter would be nice for the amount your spending.
Where to buy
Apple iPod (fifth-generation update, 30GB, black):
$399.99
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