Apple iPod Video 5th Generation Review

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Apple iPod Video 5th Generation Review By Daniel Dwase...

Apple iPod video is the original, and the largest member of the iPod family, at 2.4 x 4.1 x .43 inches it weighs between 4.8 and 5.5 ounces, depending on whether it holds 30 or 80 gigabytes (GB).

Pros	Apple iPod Video... Has original click wheel and a big screen for viewing photos and watching movies Video playtime is 75 hours (30GB) or 100 hours (80GB) The looks and the sound quality are second to none with high storage capacity It's sleek, easy and fun to use 30% thinner than original model Small enough to fit into your pocket Very easy to use Ran videos at roughly 30 frames per second, the same as a broadcast TV signal
Cons	Battery lasts between 3-4 hours which in my opinion is reasonable unless you want to watch movies all day long Tricky to download/put videos on Scratches easily but with an iPod case can solve problem with scratching
Manufacturer	Apple Inc.
Website	www.apple.com
Price	30GB $349, 80GB $499
Rating

Complete with a full color 2.5 inch screen, this deluxe model plays movies, TV programs, and music videos, all of which can be downloaded from the iTunes store.

The 80GB Apple iPod video holds up to 20,000 songs, 25,000 photos, or over 100 hours of video... and... the 30GB Apple iPod video holds up to 7,500 songs, 25,000 photos, or over 75 hours of video.

It comes in black or white. It is also available in a special U2 Edition. Apple iPod video allows you to put your entire music collection into your pocket.

Although I wanted an 80GB Apple iPod video... I opted for the modest 30GB model in white because of budget constraint.

The sharp and bright screen has a resolution of 320 ? 240 pixels which makes it fun when you watch videos on it.

Videos appear as a new item on the top menu and are divided by category including movies, video podcasts, and video playlists.

With its brighter display and vibrant color your videos, photos and games comes to life.

The navigation is the best in all MP3 players and audio quality remains the best. It uses a touch sensitive click-wheel that you use to navigate through its menu.

Video looks remarkably comfortable on it. Brighter shots look very clear and crisp, though, as with most devices that play back compressed video, you can often see compression artefacts like banding in dark areas.

It supports downloading music from iTunes 7 or later, as well as video encoded as H.264 or MPEG-4.

The battery life is reasonable when playing back audios and videos. You can enjoy up to 20 hours of audio playback or up to 6½ hours of video playback in-between charges.

You wouldn't want to watch subtitled content or sports on it because the wide camera will make players small.

One thing I like about my iPod is it remembers where I stopped watching a video, so any time I go back to it, I can simply resume from where I left off.

You can also brush through video, though not in real time; you scroll through a progress bar, and the video jumps to the point where you stop scrolling.

What's included

The unit comes in a sleek black box that includes earbud headphones, two sets of foam earbud covers, a USB 2.0 cable, a plastic dock adapter, a black felt case, a QuickStart guide, and of course the iPod video.

Requirements

Mac| PC

• USB 2.0 port
• Mac OS X v10.3.9 or later
• iTunes 7 or later
• Internet connection (Broadband recommended. Fees may apply)

Verdict

If you are looking for a player for audio use mostly and occasionally for video viewing as well, then this is a fantastic choice.

Apple iPod Video is the winner of all the iPod brands. It has a range of advanced features, high quality images and videos.

Great for anyone who wants to enjoy entertainment on the move in style. I have absolutely no problem recommending the iPod Video (30 GB or 80 GB) versions.

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Specification

Hard Drive Size	30 GB, 80 GB
Memory Type	Hard Disk Drive
Audio Format	AAC, Protected AAC, MP3 , MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3 and 4), Apple Lossless, WAV, AIFF
iPod Ports	Dock connector, stereo mini-jack, composite video and audio through mini-jack
Connectivity	USB 2.0 connector
System Compatibility	Mac, PC
Display	2.5-inch (diagonal) color LCD with LED backlight
Power Source	Lithium-based rechargeable battery
Battery life for music playback	30GB: up to14 hours 80GB: up to 20 hours
Battery life for video playback	30GB: Up to 3.5 hours 80GB: Up to 6.5 hours
Recharge Time	4 hour
Video support	H.264 video, MPEG-4 video
Weight	136 grams (30GB); 156 grams (80GB)
Dimension (inches)	4.1 Ã? 2.4 Ã? 0.43 (30GB); 4.1 Ã? 2.4 Ã? 0.55 (80GB) (HxWxD)
Base Warranty	1 year warranty

See Also...

• iPod touch Review
• iPod classic Review
• iPod nano 3rd generation Review
• iPod nano 2nd generation Review
• iPod nano 1st generation Review
• iPod shuffle 3rd generation Review
• iPod shuffle 2nd generation Review
• iPod shuffle 1st generation Review
• iPhone Review
• iPod comparison chart
• Tips after buying an iPod

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