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Reviews of the Apple iPod (20GB, color)

  • No Rating

    bonafidereviews.com

    By  Mitchell Lee | August 9, 2004

    Review Summary: Storage and Size: The iPod storage is pretty simple and works like a hard drive being capable of storing not only mp3s, but other files like txt files. However, buyer beware: the storage size is not as advertised, usually a bit less. The size of the ...

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  • 9.0

    asia.cnet.com

    By James Kim | July 26, 2004

    Review Summary: Apple's fourth-generation iPod delivers notable improvements to an already excellent product--and at a lower price.

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  • No Rating

    pcworld.com

    By Cathy Lu | April 12, 2004

    Review Summary: The Apple IPod Photo is an elegant but pricey way to tote around your favorite photos as well as your music.

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  • No Rating

    the-gadgeteer.com

    By Julie Strietelmeier | February 8, 2004

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  • 8.3

    pcworld.com

    By Alexandra Krasne | October 31, 2003

    Review Summary: The IPod's streamlined design makes it one of the best MP3 players, yet it's also one of the most expensive.

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Manufacturer: Apple

Part number: MA079LL/A

General

  • Product type Hard drive
  • PC interface(s) supported FireWire, Hi-Speed USB
  • Digital storage Built-in 20 GB Hard disk drive
  • Weight 5.9 oz
  • Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.4 in x 0.6 in x 4.1 in
  • Color White
  • Software type Apple iTunes for Mac, Apple iTunes for Windows
  • iPod Generation 4G

Digital Player / Recorder

  • Supported digital audio standards AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless
  • Playback modes Playlist, One track repeat, All tracks repeat, Random play / shuffle
  • Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
  • Supported bit rate 32 - 320 Kbps
  • Shockproof memory 1500 seconds
  • ID3 tags support Yes
  • External hard drive function Yes
  • Additional features Variable bit-rate compatible

Built-in Display

  • Audio system built-in display LCD
  • Diagonal size 2 in
  • Resolution 220 x 176
  • Backlight display Yes
  • Display illumination color White
  • Display menu language Dutch, Danish, French, German, Korean, English, Finnish, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Japanese, Norwegian, Chinese (simplified), Chinese (traditional)

Audio Features

  • Sound output mode Stereo
  • Timer Wake, Sleep
  • Built-in clock Timer, Digital clock
  • Additional features Notes, Calendar, Phone book, Hold button, Date display, Photo wallet, Built-in games, Upgradeable firmware, Playback speed control, Rechargeable capability, Battery level indication

Equalizer

  • Equalizer factory preset qty 20

Headphones

  • Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
  • Sound output mode Stereo
  • Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
  • Impedance 32 Ohm
  • Connectivity technology Wired

Connectivity

  • Cable(s) included USB cable - External
  • Connector type Docking station, Headphones, Remote control

Battery / Power

  • Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
  • Mfr estimated battery life 15 hour(s)
  • Recharge time 5 hour(s)
  • Power device type Power adapter

System Requirements

  • Peripheral / Interface devices USB port
  • Operating system Apple MacOS X 10.2.8 or later, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 or later, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2 or later, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 or later

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