Apple iPod (Classic) (6st Gen) Expert Reviews

The iPod Classic from Apple is the decendent of the device that started the media player craze. This latest iteration comes in  in 80GB and 120GB models, which retail for $170 and $249 respectively. The software has had a few upgrades over the years, and...

Of course, while the software will provide you with an easy-to-use interface, you'll still be wedded to iTunes (or some third-party workaround) for media transfers. the hardware is still questionable. Additionally, the iPod Classic looks a bit big compare...

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 of...

Tons of storage. Improved interface. "Classic" iPod controls. Easy navigation.

Cover Flow is a bit slow. Bundled earbuds aren't great.

As its name suggests, not much has changed on the iPod classic-it looks a little different on the outside, and there's a useful, but not radical, interface update. The big news is the massive capacity upgrade.

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 hefty

Much greater capacity than other iPods. Longer batter life than other iPod models. Scratch resistant metal face and glass screen. Enhanced animated menus and Coverflow. Three free games.

Not compatible with 5G games. No games yet available apart from the three free games included. Polished metal back will scuff up quickly.

The new iPod models may not work with some third party devices that extract video from the Dock connector, although the new iPods work with the previous "iPod Universal Dock connector" when used with Apple's composite cables designed for previous video-ca...

If you are a current 5G iPod owner and don't need additional space, there is no compelling reason to upgrade..

Huge capacity; excellent sound quality; revamped interface

Sluggish/balky menus; no docking station included; requires iTunes 7

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.

, and needless to say, we came away impressed with the latest carnation of the iPod family. Apple is too good at what it does, and it shows. Today, we have the iPod Classic in our lab, and unfortunately, we don't know what to write about. Yes, it's a rari...

This digital music player's huge storage bump and minor hardware and interface tweaks make for an impressive package, but it's not an essential update if your player still has free space.

Updated user interface, Available in 160GB capacity, Updated user interface, Available in 160GB capacity

New user interface seems sluggish, Chrome back scratches too easily, Most (if not all) of the games purchased for previous iPods will not work on the classic, New user interface seems sluggish, Chrome back scratches too easily, Most (if not all) of the ga...

The video above tells most of the story for this new sixth-generation version of the iPod, now called the iPod Classic. Still, there are a few specific details worth focusing some extra attention on.CapacityThe iPod Classic is now the only iPod Apple make...