Apple iPod photo 40GB - Expert Reviews

Review summary: New iPods gain color screen, photo syncing and podcasts

Pros: Fashionably chic, classy colors, ultra-compact, excellent image quality.

Cons: Can't put Podcast playlist in the Main Menu, doesn't come with FireWire cable, photo abilities not updated.

Verdict: OS 10.4.2, iTunes 4.9, iPhoto 4.0.3 or higher for photo capability

Review summary: I am just jealous...

Pros:   Everything...

Cons:   Scratches easily...

Verdict:   You have to find a place to store all your CD's...

Award: Editor's Choice!

Review summary: Whenever Apple releases a new iPodor anything, these daysthere's quite a bit of buzz in the air. The recent release of the "new" 20GB color iPod, however, doesn't give much reason for a big commotion, as it represents merely a slight shifting of Apple ...

Pros: Color screen is standard. Music sounds excellent. Supports podcasts. Excellent photo file format support

Cons: No longer comes with dock or AV cable. Still can't pan and zoom photos

Verdict: While we are disappointed that Apple simply combined the fourth-generation iPod and iPod photo without adding anything significant like recording, video, or an FM tuner, the iPod still represents the best combination of features, aesthetics, and ease ...

Review summary: The curious black and red iPod U2 Special Edition adds a photo-friendly colour screen, better battery life and a lower price.

Pros: Very small and light, Decent sound quality, Fun customisation options like skins and LED colours, Long battery life

Cons: Long delays on start-up and before tracks play, Small screen, Menu navigation is annoying, AC adaptor not included

Verdict: While the Neeon has an enviable features list and fun customisation options, functionality has taken a backseat to design.

Review summary: The curious black and red iPod U2 Special Edition adds a photo-friendly color screen, better battery life, and a lower price.

Verdict: Along with the 20GB iPod, the 20GB iPod U2 Special Edition has been updated to fall in line with the rest of the high-capacity iPod pack. That is, the black and red version inspired by "the world's most popular band" showcases a new 66,000-color ...