Apple iPod Classic (80GB, 6th generation, Black) - Expert Reviews

Review summary: 120GB of storage and the addition of the Genius feature make up for the slightly reduced battery life over the previous model, reaffirming the iPod classic as our favorite portable audio player on record.

Pros: Huge capacity ; great sound quality ; support for high-quality audio and video formats ; decent screen ; integration with iTunes for music, movie and TV show downloads ; heaps of accessories available ; sturdy design

Cons: Only one capacity option ; lackluster EQ options ; weaker battery life compared with previously available classic

Verdict: will always be more suitable for the gym, but for other purposes the classic's size and weight shouldn't be an issue

Review summary: Apple's done it again -- its new 120GB iPod classic is a cut above the rest. This edition has more features, such as the Genius playlist tool, and allows you to watch very high-quality video on its 640x480-pixel resolution screen. As with all iPods, ...

Pros: Huge capacity ; great sound quality ; support for high-quality audio and video formats ; decent screen ; integration with iTunes for music, movie and TV show downloads ; heaps of accessories available ; sturdy design

Cons: Only one capacity option ; lacklustre EQ options ; weaker battery life compared with previously available classic

Verdict: 120GB of storage and the addition of the Genius feature, makes up for the slightly reduced battery life over the previous model, reaffirming the iPod classic as our favourite portable audio player on record

Review summary: Click Below to Read the Rest of This Review:   Page 1 - Re-introducing the iPod classic, Now With 120GBPage 2 - Packaging, Pack-Ins, and Physical CharacteristicsPage 3 - Hard Disk, Battery, and iTunes Sync Tests: Great ResultsPage 4 - The iPod classic ...

Pros: Apple's only remaining hard disk-based iPod, boasting family-leading storage capacity and battery performance at reasonable pricing. Available in silver or black versions, each with full support for music, video, photo, and game playback. Adds new ...

Cons: Despite large hard drives and batteries, outdated 2.5" screen and interface continue to fall behind Apple's best devices in ease-of-use and quality of overall media playback experience, forcing users to pick between great screens or the hard disks ...

Verdict: The first iPod pioneered the concept of a 1.8" hard disk drive-based music player that used a bright white screen and rotating wheel for navigation. Its second-generation 2002 sequel changed the wheel to a touch-sensitive surface and came in both PC ...

Review summary: The iPod Classic has the face that launched the MP3 Player industry. Years later and it has a bit of a different look, but still retains its old charm. This newest iteration comes in 80GB and 120GB models, and we've reviewed the 80GB in this very ...

Pros: Looks good, seems pretty durable, supports a lot of files ; Good physical controls, lots of memory.; Simple, comprehensive, familiar and easy to use ; Fast, easy playlists on the fly, good equalizer options ; Great podcast support.; Great overall ...

Cons: The aesthetic is nothing new, and this thing is huge. ; Either our review unit was broken or the battery life is abysmal. Since we bought the unit off a store shelf, neither scenario is good. ; Some other media players have a few more advanced ...

Verdict: Conclusion The iPod Classic is almost nostalgia-enducing at this point. In a world with the iPhone and iPod Touch, the simple, list-based interface seems quaint by comparison. If you can find an 80GB version for around $170, it's not a bad deal for ...

Review summary: The newly image-led interface is excellent, and this model is the slimmest iPod ever

Pros: Elegant and easy to use ; Superb value ; Simple interface

Cons: Small screen ; Format restrictive

Verdict: The move to a metal rather than enamel faceplate finally rids it of its age-old susceptibility to severe scratching. If only this would adopt the 16:10 screen and touch-sensitive interface of the iPod and iPhone, and then, format support and ...