Ipod Confrence live?

[sneeks]

No today was a iPod only event. The 2.1 firmware was mentioned very briefly for the iPhone.

 

[beatjunkie]

Anyone know if the macbooks getting updated will be buying one in the coming week, dont wanna waste money as theyll probably bring out a new one soon!

 

[sneeks]

Yes they will be getting updated soon, now is not the time to buy.

 

[Tom]

I really wouldn't do that.

The new MB's are a total reskin, you WILL regret it.

 

[beatjunkie]

will regret buying one now or later?

ill wait till beginning of octoberish

how do people know it'll be a reskin?

 

[sneeks]

There have been MacBook casing mould photos leaked online and they are usually correct.

New Touch photos

http://www.engadget.com/photos/ipod-touch-2g-first-hands-on/1026540/

 

[beatjunkie]

hmmmmmmmmm ill wait then seems to be rumours saying another september announcement ill hang tight for a little longer in that case

 

[sneeks]

The MacBooks don't often get a event to announce their arrival, last time around they simply appeared with a press release.

 

[beatjunkie]

Coolio so just keep checking on the apple website sounds like a safe bet!

 

[sneeks]

iTunes 8 available now.

I'm sure if the updates are due you'll find info here too

 

[sargey]

http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/?ipod

 

[sneeks]

For the odd few who are interested the event video can be viewed here http://events.apple.com.edgesuite.net/0809dt4bs89/event/index.html

 

[BenWall]

watching as I type.

 

[Silverfox]

Juut looking at the new Touch

http://store.apple.com/uk/browse/home/shop_ipod/family/ipod_touch?mco=MTI5MTY

The design doesn't look any different does it? I assume it's just software alterations then? Price isn't really any different either is it?

 

[sneeks]

It's slightly thinner and now comes with a inbuilt speaker, volume controls and Nike+. I think it's also slightly cheaper but I can't remember how much Apple were charging for the previous model.

 

[Silverfox]

Ah, yes you're right. The currys site sums the changes up better and easier I think...

https://www.currys.co.uk/martprd/editorial/new-ipod-range

Think I'm gonna treat myself this weekend...!

 

[-Leigh-]

When I bought my 8gb Nano, I really wished there was a 16gb one. There is now, but why make the new one so much bigger?

I don't know whether to get a 16gb nano, spend £70 more and get a touch, or stay with my perfect sized nano.

Card is going to get used today I fear.

 

[sneeks]

I prefer the larger sized Nano, the bigger screen will be a huge improvement. Despite the taller look it's not exactly big, I have the model prior to the outgoing Nano.

 

[-Leigh-]

I only use it for music, have no interest in watching anything on it, so I wish they'd kept it nice and small. But, it's not that big.

Is the touch worth £70 more?

 

[sneeks]

It is but not if you only plan to use it for music playback. If so you'd be better off with the Nano or spending £30 more on the 120gb Classic.

 

[-Leigh-]

Yeah I suppose. I really doubt I'd use it for anything other than music. I may have used the wi-fi if I had it on me, but once in a blue moon I expect.

16gb nano I reckon then.

 

[ADY 554D]

looks like i will be having the 16gb touch then...

when do you reckon these will be available in store's

 

[sneeks]

They said they will be available later this week so hopefully by the weekend.

I'd probably spend £30 more and get the Classic rather than the Nano if size is not a issue. 120gb storage is excellent.

 

[rich_84]

Never been an iPod fan at all and have stuck with my old Sony NW1 since it came out but I feel it is time for a change!

So iPod time it is. Kind of wish the nano had stayed within the dimensions of the old version but I can understand the bonus of the new features and bigger screen. Due to only really wanting an iPod for music then I think the 16GB nano will do quite nicely. I guess these are pretty easy to use while running/ in the gym too?
Classic with 120GB would be nice but I don't think I would use it for everything I want due to it being a little bigger, heavier and less easy to use on the move/ on a run.

Be cool if anyone can confirm or disprove my thoughts!

 

[Silverfox]

Got myself a new iPod Touch at the weekend. Haven't used it yet, am charging it as I type. Looks awesome. Slippery little sucker though! Definitely gonna have to get a cover on it or something as I can see me dropping it big style. Love the look of it and am extremely impressed with the screen quality. It's just updating at the minute too I think...

 

[Silverfox]

AWESOME. Love it. Shame I don't know anyones wireless keys to pick up the net at the minute! Going to load it up tonight and get a case today. Love the functionality of the touch screen.

 

[Silverfox]

Had a proper play last night and I think it's a brilliant bit of kit, only thing I can't seem to sort though is how to access videos from itunes via the touch? It only seems to show music.

 

[pete_clio]

i bought the 32gig touch form apple last week, arrived yesterday, i love it too! pretty funky peice of kit

 

[Silverfox]

i bought the 32gig touch form apple last week, arrived yesterday, i love it too! pretty funky peice of kit

32gb, impressive! I only got the 8gb, love it though.

 

[ADY 554D]

got to agree with you i got a 16gb from the apple shop and its awesome definitely better with the speaker...

 

[Silverfox]

I put 300 and Sin City on it last night and am well impressed with the screen quality. Tried to rip Casino Royale and it wouldn;t work for some reason, I assume it's right protected mroe than the others. I use DVD Shrink but does anyone know of any quality programs that can get around the Casino Royal protection and stuff? Don't mind paying for a decent one unless they are free of course!

 

[rich_84]

Is the iPod Nano 16GB (4th Gen) out now? The Apple on-line store is stating 5-7 days dispatch, Currys & Comet are stating they aren't released yet, Amazon are noting them as 1-2 months for delivery and some other sites say they have them in stock... I'm a bit confused to say the least!

I do have Amazon vouchers to use but then I don't want to wait 1-2 months for it :S

 

[Revels]

Out monday according to Play.