Apple iPod touch (8GB, 2nd Generation) - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The Apple iPod Touch is essentially an iPhone without the phone; it keeps the 3.5-inch 320 x 480 pixel touch-screen interface, as well as the Wi-Fi connectivity of its much-hyped brethren. It also ups the storage space, giving 8- or 16Gbytes of flash ...

Pros: Smart, classy, very very cool ; an excellent music player

Cons: Expensive for the capacity, no Flash in browser, no e-mail as with iPhone, cant install third-party apps

Verdict: The closest the Middle East will get to the iPhone for a while, the Touch is a true object of desire and rightly so, despite its limitations.

Review summary: This is, without doubt, one of the most desirable PMPs it's been my pleasure to stroke. It's oh so sleek, beautifully designed and every interaction you have with it is satisfying - well, mostly.

Pros: Very attractive, Groundbreaking features, WiFi enabled

Cons: Low storage capacity, High price

Verdict: A stylish head-turner but you pay for the privilege

Review summary: Touchdown!

Pros: Gorgeous looks; Incredibly slim; Amazing interface; Decent sound quality

Cons: 16Gb's not enough for real musos; Pricey

Verdict: The iPhone without the crap bits, this is the most technologically-advanced iPod yet, and a true breakthrough product

Review summary: Apple's new iPod feels very much like a version 1.0 product. It does the job, but leaves you wanting more.

Pros: Nice screen. Innovative interface. Access to iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store ; Can't edit calendar. No volume control on device. No games. No email. Missing some apps found on the iPhone. Reports of display problems with early-shipping units

Cons: Can't edit calendar. No volume control on device. No games. No email. Missing some apps found on the iPhone. Reports of display problems with early-shipping units

Verdict: . As a media player, the iPod touch won't disappoint you, but when you hold one in your hands, it's hard not to think that the device could've offered more. Perhaps Apple will add new features with software updates.

Review summary: Everyone went nuts when the iPhone came out because it was so sleek, sexy, shiny and of course touch screen. Now Apple is working to build on that excitement with the next toy from their gadget box the iPod Touch. This amazing little iPod is based on ...