The new iPod touch is smaller and lighter than the original, with rounded edges, flush display and a curved, more compact design. The new tapered design features a contoured metal enclosure with integrated volume control buttons and a 3.5-inch widescreen glass display. There is still the 802.11b/g wireless networking and the accelerometer. There is also a built in speaker, for casual listening.
The new iPod touch includes iPod software v2.1 that enables it to work with the new iTunes 8 Genius feature, which allows customers to automatically create playlists while on the go. Users can preview the playlist Genius creates, refresh the list to choose different songs and save Genius playlists to enjoy again later. Each new iPod touch also features built-in Nike + iPod support making it an ideal workout companion. Users simply place the optional Nike + iPod sensor ($19 US) in their Nike + shoe to seamlessly connect with the new iPod touch to track miles run or sync with the latest generation gym equipment.
Users can expect up to 36 hours of music playback or six hours of video playback on a single charge. The 32GB model is being offered at $399.00 holds up to 7,000 songs, 25,000 photos or 40 hours of video; the 16GB model will sell for $299.00 holds up to 3,500 songs, 20,000 photos or 20 hours of video, and the 8GB model will sell for $229.00 holds up to 1,750 songs, 10,000 photos and 10 hours of video.
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