Reviews of the Apple iPod (20GB, fourth generation)
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pcauthority.com.au
Review Summary: Supporting both FireWire and USB2.0 connections, file transfers to the iPod are damn fast, compared to the long wait times when bulk uploading to USB1.1 devices
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ilounge.com
Review Summary: I'm glad you mentioned that they can now be fully charged by the USB cable! It makes me want to upgrade, even though I'm sure I'll stick with my 3g 40GB. That'll be a nice development for Windows users
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ilounge.com
Review Summary: I think if you own a 3G iPod, holding off for maybe the 5G or if they fix the 4G is a good idea. The changes in the 4G iPod are so small that it doesn't warrent an upgrade. I agree the longer battery life is a good thing, it's just not worth it to ...
Manufacturer: Apple
Part number: M9282LL/A
General
- Product type Hard drive
- PC interface(s) supported FireWire, Hi-Speed USB
- Flash memory installed No built-in memory
- Digital storage Built-in 20 GB Hard disk drive
- Weight 5.6 oz
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.4 in x .57 in x 4.1 in
- Color White
- Available body colors Silver
- Included accessories Earbud headphones, AC adapter, FireWire cable, USB 2.0 cable
- Software type Apple iTunes for Mac, Apple iTunes for Windows
- iPod Generation 4G
Carrying Case
- Case type Optional
Digital Player / Recorder
- Supported digital audio standards AAC, AIFF, MP3, WAV
- Playback modes Playlist, One track repeat, All tracks repeat, Random play / shuffle
- Edit functions Erase
- 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 160 x 128
- 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)
- Features Adjustable contrast
Audio Features
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Timer Wake, Sleep
- Built-in clock Timer, Digital clock
- Additional features Notes, Calendar, Phone book, Hold button, Built-in games, Upgradeable firmware, Playback speed control, Rechargeable capability, Battery level indication
Video Playback Features
- Games included None
- Video software included None
CD System
- CD system type None
- Playback modes Skip playback, Random play, Repeat one/all
- Digital audio standards supported MP3, AAC, MP3 VBR, Audible, AIFF, WAV
Equalizer
- Equalizer factory preset qty 20
Radio
- Tuner type None
Remote Control
- Remote control None
Microphone
- Microphone type None
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 1 x, IEEE 1394 cable - External, USB cable - External
- Connector type 1 x Headphones / remote control Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Docking station
Battery / Power
- Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryBuilt-in
- Mfr estimated battery life 12 hour(s)
- Recharge time 4 hour(s)
- Power device type Power adapter
System Requirements
- Peripheral / Interface devices USB port, IEEE 1394 FireWire port
- Operating system Apple MacOS X 10.1.5 or later, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional SP4
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