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Apple iPod Touch 16 GB (2nd Generation)

User Rating:

(8 reviews)

Price Range: $199 to $349

cnet.com Professional Review.

Apple iPod Touch (second generation, 8GB)

by Online Shopper

Comments:

Review Verdict: The second-generation iPod Touch includes features that are light-years ahead of the competition, its design has improved, and its price has finally come down to earth.

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QuickTake:

Pros: The second-generation Apple iPod Touch has it all: music, videos, photos, podcasts, e-mail, Web browsing, Internet radio, games, Nike+, Wi-Fi music downloads, and an App Store for adding thousands of custom features.

Cons: The second-generation iPod Touch may be overwhelming to users looking for a simple music player; audio quality is average; and iTunes software is required.

appleinsider.com Professional Review.

Review: Apple's second-generation iPod touch

by Prince McLean

Comments:
The 2008 iPod touch inches closer to the iPhone line while retaining its iPod branding. It gets new audio input and recording features, volume controls, a speaker, and a full assortment of bundled apps, including Nike+ support.

Review Verdict: No GPS or Bluetooth

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QuickTake:

Pros: Super thin and comfortable to hold, with a substantial, sturdy construction. High quality, bright, scratch resistant screen. Full software features, with Nike+ and audio recording (still to be delivered). TV output for movie rentals and downloads. App

Cons: Polished back will scratch if not protected. New speaker isn't very high quality. No GPS or Bluetooth.

cnet.com.au Professional Review.

Apple iPod Touch (2nd generation) Preview - MP3 Players

by Donald Bell

Comments:
apple ipod touch (2nd generation) review: The Touch's new features include a volume rocker switch, speaker, revamped headphones and rounded back. Oh, and the price is nicer, too.

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QuickTake:

Pros: App Store access means lots of new toys to play with, Still the one to beat in terms of interface and ease of use, Feels better in the hand than the original, Sleeker and sexier

Cons: Some features require the purchase of accessories, Can't store files via drag-and-drop, Audio via speaker is pretty ordinary

zdnet.com.au Professional Review.

Apple iPod Touch (2nd generation)

by Ella Morton

Comments:
If you've been holding back, now is the time: the second-gen Touch is an excellent media player, and the addition of third-party apps extends the fun for everyone, no matter where your interests lie.

Review Verdict: Not just an excellent media player — the addition of third-party apps makes the second-gen Touch the portable device to beat in a wide range of areas.

Read full review at zdnet.com.au

QuickTake:

Pros: App Store access means lots of new toys to play with, Still the one to beat in terms of interface and ease of use, Feels better in the hand than the original, Sleeker and sexier

Cons: Some features require the purchase of accessories, Can't store files via drag-and-drop, Audio via speaker is pretty ordinary

applesource.com.au Professional Review.

Apple iPod Touch (2nd generation)

by Ella Morton

Read full review at applesource.com.au

QuickTake:

Pros: App Store access means lots of new toys to play with, Still the one to beat in terms of interface and ease of use, Feels better in the hand than the original, Sleeker and sexier

Cons: Some features require the purchase of accessories, Can't store files via drag-and-drop, Audio via speaker is pretty ordinary

pocket-lint.co.uk Professional Review.

Apple iPod touch (2nd Gen) - First Look

by Stuart Miles

Comments:
Refresh adds new goodies but should you refresh?

Review Verdict: If you are new to the iPod scene or looking for an upgrade, on the surface this will merely make the current offering a better one

Read full review at pocket-lint.co.uk

QuickTake:

Pros: Touchscreen, built-in speaker, Wi-Fi, Nike + transmitter, thinner design

Cons: Still only 32GB, large for memory available

alaTest.com Professional Review.

Review summary of Apple iPod Touch (2nd Gen)

by alaTest

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alaTest has collected and analysed 621 reviews of Apple iPod Touch (2nd Gen) from international magazines and websites.

Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 80/100 and users 89/100. Comparing these reviews to 331566 other MP3 Players reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 99/100 = Excellent.

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pcmag.com Professional Review.

Apple iPod touch (2nd generation)

by Tim Gideon

Comments:
Apple's crown jewel player line gets slimmer, cheaper, and, uh, more fun.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Stunning, sprawling glass display. Access to App Store and iTunes Store via Wi-Fi. Built-in Internet browser. New Genius feature builds playlists for you.

Cons: Very expensive. Fingerprint magnet. File support is still extremely Apple-centric. Watch the iPod nano (4th Gen) and touch Video Preview!

macworld.com Professional Review.

Latest update to mobile entertainment device is incremental, more affordable

by Online Shopper

Comments:
The latest iPod touch features integrated volume controls, a built-in speaker, curvier case, and more capacity for the same price. It's an incremental improvement upon the original widescreen device.

Read full review at macworld.com

QuickTake:

Pros: Handy hardware volume controls; greater capacity for similar price of original model; Genius playlist support; less buggy OS; podcast episodes play one after another; Nike + iPod receiver built-in; great audio playtime.

Cons: Internal speaker tinny; screen looks a little dingy; video playtime not up to Apple's estimates; doesn't charge from older accessories; video out requires expensive cable.

goodgearguide.com.au Professional Review.

Apple iPod touch (2nd Generation)

by Online Shopper

Comments:
New features coupled with lower prices increase the second-generation model's appeal, but this version of the Touch doesn't supply enough incentive for existing owners to upgrade.

Read full review at goodgearguide.com.au