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Memory size: 80GB, Colour: Black, Generation: 5th Generation, Memory type: Hard Drive, Weight: 157g, Radio: Without Radio, Audio/Video formats: AAC ...
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- - Apple's New and Improved iPod Evaluation 0 out of 5
  - Source: pcworld.com
- September 2006
  Apple's New and Improved iPod
  By Eric Dahl
  
  Review summary: Updated player features crisp video, added storage--and a steep price.
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- - Review: Apple iPod portable media player Evaluation 4 out of 5
  - Source: personal computer world
- September 2006
  Review: Apple iPod portable media player
  By Cliff Joseph
  
  Review summary: When Apple supremo Steve Jobs unveiled the latest version of the iPod earlier this month, his presentation was met with a stony...
  
  Pros: Lower price than before ; improved battery life ; screen brightness
  
  Cons: Little video content available in the UK
  
  Verdict: Not the innovative upgrade to the iPod we'd hoped for, but the keen pricing will upset Apple's rivals.
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- - Review: Apple iPod portable media player Evaluation 4 out of 5
  - Source: Computeract!ve
- September 2006
  Review: Apple iPod portable media player
  By Cliff Joseph
  
  Review summary: Few new features, but a big price cut for the flagship iPod
  
  Verdict: When Apple supremo Steve Jobs unveiled the latest version of the iPod earlier this month, his presentation was met with a stony silence.
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- - Apple iPod (80GB, video): great value upgrade Evaluation 4 out of 5
  - Source: cnet.co.uk
- September 2006
  Apple iPod (80GB, video): great value upgrade
  By James Kim
  
  Pros: Same sleek design ; improved video battery life ; brighter screen ; gapless playback ; capacity up to 80GB ; new features such as instant search and enhanced games ; excellent overall value
  
  Cons: No major added functions such as FM radio, wireless transfer or recording ; small screen not conducive to movie viewing ; proprietary USB cable ; narrow native video-format compatibility ; body is still scratch-prone
  
  Verdict: The amazingly low priced, updated Apple iPod gets many under-the-bonnet improvements, but it's still not a true video player
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- - Apple iPod 80 GB (5.5 Generation) Evaluation 4.5 out of 5
  - Source: pcmag.com
- September 2006
  Apple iPod 80 GB (5.5 Generation)
  By Mike Kobrin
  
  Award: Editor's Choice!
  
  Award: Editor's Choice!
  
  Review summary: The latest full-size iPod can be considered generation 5.5, since the interface and design improvements aren't nearly as drastic as they were from generation 4 to 5. The new model comes in 30GB and an ultra-roomy 80GB capacity. With the exception of ...
  
  Pros: Bright screen. Excellent interface. Seamless integration with iTunes. You can transfer purchased music from iPod back to PCs. Very good sound quality. Long video battery life. Supports lossless and Audible formats, as well as gapless playback. ...
  
  Cons: Audio battery life could be longer. FM tuner and recording capabilities require optional accessories. Video-format support could be broader
  
  Verdict: The latest version of the iPod has a few enhancements, including longer video battery life, support for some cool games, a brighter screen, a search feature, and larger capacity (up to 80GB). And the price drop is nice too.
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