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Apple iPod Nano (3rd generation)

iPod nano 8 GB
In Package Back New Nano (Left), Old Nano (Right)

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Apple review, Apple commentary, Apple news... Everything AppleSince the iPod nano's inception, the only thing it ever really lacked was video—something that didn't mesh with the iTunes Store's commitment to TV shows and film downloads. Sporting a bright, two-inch widescreen that shows video in the highest pixel-per-inch density of any iPod, the nano is an entirely new beast. The flash player, available in 4GB and 8GB capacities, is wider than previous models which might seem to go against the whole concept of the product. Held next to a second generation nano, however, the widened dimensions don't seem to matter. In fact, a beautiful screen and just-as-thin body make the device seem like a large evolutionary step. The new user interface also combines the nicer touches of the iPhone's U.I. (such as Cover Flow) with new elements (a split screen which shows album covers for highlighted songs and a new Now Playing screen). Throw in a few games with quality graphics, and you've got yourself a real winner. In its price range, nothing beats the nano.

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Company

Apple Computer Inc.

http://www.apple.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $200.00 List
  • Player Type: Flash MP3 Player
  • Radio: No
  • Recording, Voice: No
  • Recording, Line In: No
  • Video Recording: No
  • Music Playback Formats: AAC, AIFF, Apple Lossless, Audible, MP3, WAV, Protected AAC
  • Photo formats: BMP, JPEG, TIFF, PSD, PNG, GIF
  • Video Formats: MPEG4
  • Audio Battery Life: 24.1 Hr
  • Video Battery Life: 3.38 Hr
  • Screen Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels
  • Screen Size: 2 inches
  • Storage Capacity: 8 GB
  • Dimensions: 2.75 x 2.06 x 0.26 inches
  • Weight: 1.74 oz
  • Notes: Price: 4 GB ($149); 8 GB ($199)

Bottom Line

Apple's new video iPod nano is wider than the old version, yet the player remains very thin and sleek, with an excellent widescreen display, a beautiful interface, and (finally) video.

Pros

Widescreen video. New excellent user interface. Great new graphics. Extremely thin. Good (rated) battery life.

Cons

Cover Flow loses some of its appeal without a touchscreen. Crappy earbuds.

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