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Electronics : Apple iPod classic 80GB silver
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Rating: 
- Good device, but be aware of what's not in the box.
There's a wealth of good reviews for the new 'Classic' already, so there's not much I can add on that score (except to echo what someone else has mentioned about it not being loud enough).
As someone who has upgraded from an ageing and now unreliable iPod 4G 30Gb, I was caught out by what's NOT in the box when you get your shiny new Classic. The docking cradle that came included with the old 4G is now an option costing extra, and while you can still use the old 4G docking cradle, the slimmer Classic does not sit securely in it and you could easily damage the cradle connector if you accidentally knocked the setup while in use. The Classic does come with a cradle adapter but that will only fit the newer Universal Dock that costs something like £35 (although it does include a remote). The lack of a cradle isn't a problem if you're happy to place your Classic on the desk and simply connect it using the USB cable provided.
The other thing is that you don't get a USB Power Adapter - this is like a 3-pin plug that enables you to charge the Classic directly from the mains (again it's now an extra cost option). The one from my old 4G works fine with the Classic but without it you're limited to charging your iPod from a PC or laptop, which if you're travelling might not always be available.
Rating:
- Great - but EU volume limited
Hi,
I agree in the most part with the majority of reviews posted here. However there is a MAJOR flaw in the Classic iPod...it's not loud enough!
I upgraded from 5.5Gen 80GB iPod to a 160GB Classic as I needed the extra storage (sad but true).
Apple has capped the maximum output level on the new generation of players to comply with new EU legislation & it really shows. It's a lot quieter than the model it replaces. I'd say about 2/3rds of what it is on my other iPod when listening to the same synced iTunes library on the same headphones.
It is fine when at home or on the beach where it's usually nice & quiet, but when on a noisy train or in a noisy environment, it simply isn't loud enough to be heard clearly - especially when viewing movies & listening to dialogue.Posts detailing the problem can be found all over the web.
In every other respect they are excellent. Storage capacity is massive, screen is clear & bright, software works well to (once updated), but unfortunately I'm returning mine & sticking with my old one. It might no be an issue for everyone, but I'd check one out in person before making a purchase if at all possible & then come back to Amazon to purchase as they are the cheapest around.
Rating:
- How to revolutionise the way you listen to music...
There's a very good reason why the iPod is the market leader... it's a quite brilliant piece of technology. Beautifully designed, simple to use and incredibly powerful it's the only sensible choice for anyone who wants to carry their music collection with them wherever they go. And, of course, you can also add huge numbers of photos, your address book & diary and even compressed videos.
But to get the best out of this wonderful piece of kit requires thought, effort and expense. Thought, in that the creation of your iTunes database on your PC (which drives what's on your iPod) is something you'll use for years, probably decades. iTunes' and its MP4 format for music storage ain't going away but technologies (and music player hard disk sizes) will change and to keep pace with this in the future you need to ensure two things: firstly that your music is transferred into iTunes at the highest quality level - i.e. 320 kbps wherever possible (sounds over the top today, but it won't be in a few years' time... witness Apple's recent move from 128 to 256 kbps for its music store downloads) - and, secondly, that your iTunes database is organised logically, with consistent and relevant genres etc.
Effort, in that importing your tracks into iTunes needs real work to ensure that your music collection can be accessed quickly and effectively. In particular, you'll need to categorise your tracks into their correct genres & release dates and, ideally, into some sort of star rating system - all of which can take an enormous amount of time. But, if you're prepared to spend the time, iTunes will then produce as many customised playlists as you want, either automatically or manually, based on a huge number of possible criteria. Want to hear all your favourite rock tracks released in the past 5 years, or the best tracks from one or more artists etc. etc.?... iTunes will produce playlists for them and will automatically update them as you add more tracks. Not just incredibly clever but the key to a total transformation in the way you access your music collection.
Expense, because once you've done this and then had the fun of creating dozens of playlists that deliver exactly what you want, your iPod will very rapidly become your main means of listening to music and, as a result, you'll need additional kit. First off, you'll need some form of protective cover to avoid damaging it while you carry it around; next you'll need connections into your hi-fi & stereo units, ideally through one or more chargeable iPod docks, so that you can listen to it around the house; then you'll need an FM transmitter so that you can listen to it in your car plus a set of portable speakers so that you can listen to it in hotel rooms etc.; then, you'll probably want to upgrade Apple's bundled headphones to hear your collection in all its glory while walking, jogging or on the train or plane; and, finally, if you don't own one already, you MUST invest in some sort of back-up device to keep your precious iTunes collection safe from the vagaries of your PC's hard drive because, after all that time spent inputting and categorising your music, you most certainly don't want to go through it all again.
Sounds daunting? Well, the pay-offs for all this effort and expense are nothing short of sensational... you'll be able to listen to exactly what you want, how you want, virtually anywhere you go, forever... and all at the touch of your iPod's gloriously easy to use click wheel.
Rating: - Great, but...
This new version of the iPod video is much better than the previous 5th generation one. It has much better battery life (30 hours for the 80Gb and 40 hours for the 160Gb), much more memory for an affordable price.
It is however the little things that apple do that annoy me. There is no case with it, so i have to buy one myself. But oh well, not much of a bit deal. The usual rubbish earphones, but we all knew that anyway.
The new matt aluminium finish is great, it means less scratching that the old version. But why??!! oh why!?! did they leave the mirror finish on the back? I can't put the thing down anywhere without it scratching. So it stays in the case all the time, where you can't show it off! hehe
But other than this, A great piece of kit with the best music interface there is (iTunes). There are also new improved games!!
Cover flow is also a really neat novelty, although if you don't have 100% of the artwork it looks a bit naff. It also eats battery life so i don't tend to use it much, but that is up to you.
And don't buy the 160Gb, it's waaayyy too big. I have 15 or audio books and 5000 odd songs and mine is nowhere full so I wouldn't bother. Don't get the touch either, too small, it's jsut the iphone without the phone.
Rating: - Amazing!
I bought the iPod classic yesterday and it has already become my baby! As always, Apple have come out on top with the new iPod Classic, especially as it's £30 cheaper than the 30gb iPod video.
Cons
-Apple really should make it less scratchable. The screen and shiny back should be protected.
-Cover flow takes a while to come up with the album art
Pros
-Looks GREAT!
-Long battery life
-Stores as much as you want it to
Definitley the best player on the market. Go buy it!
- Good device, but be aware of what's not in the box.There's a wealth of good reviews for the new 'Classic' already, so there's not much I can add on that score (except to echo what someone else has mentioned about it not being loud enough).
As someone who has upgraded from an ageing and now unreliable iPod 4G 30Gb, I was caught out by what's NOT in the box when you get your shiny new Classic. The docking cradle that came included with the old 4G is now an option costing extra, and while you can still use the old 4G docking cradle, the slimmer Classic does not sit securely in it and you could easily damage the cradle connector if you accidentally knocked the setup while in use. The Classic does come with a cradle adapter but that will only fit the newer Universal Dock that costs something like £35 (although it does include a remote). The lack of a cradle isn't a problem if you're happy to place your Classic on the desk and simply connect it using the USB cable provided.
The other thing is that you don't get a USB Power Adapter - this is like a 3-pin plug that enables you to charge the Classic directly from the mains (again it's now an extra cost option). The one from my old 4G works fine with the Classic but without it you're limited to charging your iPod from a PC or laptop, which if you're travelling might not always be available.
Rating:
- Great - but EU volume limitedHi,
I agree in the most part with the majority of reviews posted here. However there is a MAJOR flaw in the Classic iPod...it's not loud enough!
I upgraded from 5.5Gen 80GB iPod to a 160GB Classic as I needed the extra storage (sad but true).
Apple has capped the maximum output level on the new generation of players to comply with new EU legislation & it really shows. It's a lot quieter than the model it replaces. I'd say about 2/3rds of what it is on my other iPod when listening to the same synced iTunes library on the same headphones.
It is fine when at home or on the beach where it's usually nice & quiet, but when on a noisy train or in a noisy environment, it simply isn't loud enough to be heard clearly - especially when viewing movies & listening to dialogue.Posts detailing the problem can be found all over the web.
In every other respect they are excellent. Storage capacity is massive, screen is clear & bright, software works well to (once updated), but unfortunately I'm returning mine & sticking with my old one. It might no be an issue for everyone, but I'd check one out in person before making a purchase if at all possible & then come back to Amazon to purchase as they are the cheapest around.
Rating:
- How to revolutionise the way you listen to music...There's a very good reason why the iPod is the market leader... it's a quite brilliant piece of technology. Beautifully designed, simple to use and incredibly powerful it's the only sensible choice for anyone who wants to carry their music collection with them wherever they go. And, of course, you can also add huge numbers of photos, your address book & diary and even compressed videos.
But to get the best out of this wonderful piece of kit requires thought, effort and expense. Thought, in that the creation of your iTunes database on your PC (which drives what's on your iPod) is something you'll use for years, probably decades. iTunes' and its MP4 format for music storage ain't going away but technologies (and music player hard disk sizes) will change and to keep pace with this in the future you need to ensure two things: firstly that your music is transferred into iTunes at the highest quality level - i.e. 320 kbps wherever possible (sounds over the top today, but it won't be in a few years' time... witness Apple's recent move from 128 to 256 kbps for its music store downloads) - and, secondly, that your iTunes database is organised logically, with consistent and relevant genres etc.
Effort, in that importing your tracks into iTunes needs real work to ensure that your music collection can be accessed quickly and effectively. In particular, you'll need to categorise your tracks into their correct genres & release dates and, ideally, into some sort of star rating system - all of which can take an enormous amount of time. But, if you're prepared to spend the time, iTunes will then produce as many customised playlists as you want, either automatically or manually, based on a huge number of possible criteria. Want to hear all your favourite rock tracks released in the past 5 years, or the best tracks from one or more artists etc. etc.?... iTunes will produce playlists for them and will automatically update them as you add more tracks. Not just incredibly clever but the key to a total transformation in the way you access your music collection.
Expense, because once you've done this and then had the fun of creating dozens of playlists that deliver exactly what you want, your iPod will very rapidly become your main means of listening to music and, as a result, you'll need additional kit. First off, you'll need some form of protective cover to avoid damaging it while you carry it around; next you'll need connections into your hi-fi & stereo units, ideally through one or more chargeable iPod docks, so that you can listen to it around the house; then you'll need an FM transmitter so that you can listen to it in your car plus a set of portable speakers so that you can listen to it in hotel rooms etc.; then, you'll probably want to upgrade Apple's bundled headphones to hear your collection in all its glory while walking, jogging or on the train or plane; and, finally, if you don't own one already, you MUST invest in some sort of back-up device to keep your precious iTunes collection safe from the vagaries of your PC's hard drive because, after all that time spent inputting and categorising your music, you most certainly don't want to go through it all again.
Sounds daunting? Well, the pay-offs for all this effort and expense are nothing short of sensational... you'll be able to listen to exactly what you want, how you want, virtually anywhere you go, forever... and all at the touch of your iPod's gloriously easy to use click wheel.
Rating:
- Great, but...This new version of the iPod video is much better than the previous 5th generation one. It has much better battery life (30 hours for the 80Gb and 40 hours for the 160Gb), much more memory for an affordable price.
It is however the little things that apple do that annoy me. There is no case with it, so i have to buy one myself. But oh well, not much of a bit deal. The usual rubbish earphones, but we all knew that anyway.
The new matt aluminium finish is great, it means less scratching that the old version. But why??!! oh why!?! did they leave the mirror finish on the back? I can't put the thing down anywhere without it scratching. So it stays in the case all the time, where you can't show it off! hehe
But other than this, A great piece of kit with the best music interface there is (iTunes). There are also new improved games!!
Cover flow is also a really neat novelty, although if you don't have 100% of the artwork it looks a bit naff. It also eats battery life so i don't tend to use it much, but that is up to you.
And don't buy the 160Gb, it's waaayyy too big. I have 15 or audio books and 5000 odd songs and mine is nowhere full so I wouldn't bother. Don't get the touch either, too small, it's jsut the iphone without the phone.
Rating:
- Amazing!I bought the iPod classic yesterday and it has already become my baby! As always, Apple have come out on top with the new iPod Classic, especially as it's £30 cheaper than the 30gb iPod video.
Cons
-Apple really should make it less scratchable. The screen and shiny back should be protected.
-Cover flow takes a while to come up with the album art
Pros
-Looks GREAT!
-Long battery life
-Stores as much as you want it to
Definitley the best player on the market. Go buy it!