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Reviews of the Apple iPod 5G (30GB, video)

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    By Ilse Jurrien | June 11, 2006

    Review Summary: Apple today introduced the new iPod U2 Special Edition, U2 and Universal Music Group. The new U2 iPod is based on the fifth generation 30GB iPod and holds up to 7,500 songs, 25,000 photos or over 75 hours of video and features a distinctive, all-black ...

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    By Gordon Kelly | June 8, 2006

    Review Summary: Particularly appealing if you like a red click wheel on your black iPod and you still aren't sick of U2.

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    engadget.com

    By Evan Blass | June 7, 2006

    Review Summary: Red clickwheel? Check. Signature-filled black backing? Ditto. Exclusive music video? Got that too. Premium pricetag? Yup, everyting is present and accounted for: it's definitely the new U2 edition iPod (with video). Keep reading for a few more pics, ...

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    tomshardware.com

    By The Editors of Tom's Hardware | June 5, 2006

    Review Summary: Apple new U2 Ipod comes with a 30 GB hard drive and includes access to a 30 minute U2 video.

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    eisa-awards.org

    By EISA | June 1, 2006

    Review Summary: While the iPod may have grown up to be a cultural icon in recent years, today there's much more to it than just playing music. Apple's latest iPod is available in huge 30GB and 60GB capacities, yet remains incredibly slim and pocket-friendly. As well ...

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Manufacturer: Apple

Part number: MA002LL/A

General

  • Product type Digital player
  • PC interface(s) supported Hi-Speed USB
  • Flash memory installed None
  • Digital storage Built-in 30 GB Hard disk drive
  • Weight 4.8 oz
  • Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.4 in x 0.4 in x 4.1 in
  • Color White
  • Voice recording capable Yes
  • Included accessories Soft case, Docking station adapter
  • Software type Apple iTunes for Mac, Apple iTunes for Windows
  • iPod Generation 5G

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
  • Edit functions Erase
  • Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
  • Supported bit rate 16 - 320
  • 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 2.5 in
  • Resolution 320 x 240
  • 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
  • Alarm wake-up modes Playlist
  • Additional features Notes, Calendar, Phone book, Hold button, Date display, Photo wallet, Built-in games, H.264 playback, MPEG-4 playback, Upgradeable firmware, USB 2.0 compatibility, Playback speed control, Rechargeable capability, Battery level indication

Video Playback Features

  • Video playback support MPEG-4
  • Still image format JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD, PNG

CD System

  • Playback modes Program play, Skip playback, Random play, Repeat one/all
  • Digital audio standards supported MP3, WMA, AAC

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 1 x USB cable - External
  • Connector type 1 x Docking station, 1 x Headphones / remote control / composite video Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm

Battery / Power

  • Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
  • Mfr estimated battery life 14 hour(s)
  • Recharge time 4 hour(s)

System Requirements

  • Peripheral / Interface devices USB port
  • Operating system Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 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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