Product Description

The possibilities are endless with the sixth generation of the Apple?s legendary iPod range, the iPod classic. Following on from the fifth generation iPod, the iPod classic has all the same functions as its predecessor, but with an improved, easier-to-use interface. In keeping with the iPod tradition, the iPod classic has both audio and video functions, a very large storage capacity and unprecedented battery life, all packed into a stylish, 100% metal case. Its 80 GB memory holds up to 20,000 music tracks and is the ideal solution for saving your favourite digital entertainment applications. Plus, it delivers great sound quality and has a 2.5? LCD screen for your listening and viewing pleasure. The interface now features the Cover Flow function, which displays all the album covers of each music track, making it very easy to flip through your entire library. Of course, the iPod classic can also play Podcasts, audio books and video games (available for download from the iTunes Store).Finally, the slimline and lightweight iPod classic has an unbelievable 30 hours of battery life when fully charged (in music mode)!The iPod classic is sure to sweep you off your feet!

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Apple
• Model: MB147ZO/A
• Released on: 2007-09-13
• Dimensions: 40.94" h x 24.41" w x 4.33" l, .31 pounds

Features

• 2.5" LCD Display
• 30Hrs Audio & 5Hrs Video Playback
• MP3, WAV & AIFF Audio Playback
• MPEG-4 Video Playback
• 140g Weight

What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision Review
Apple's iconic media player now has an all-metal design, new interface and even more storage. What's not to like?

Manufacturer's Description

Hold Everything

Decisions, decisions. Who needs 'em? Why should you have to choose what to put on your iPod? With up to 160GB of storage, iPod classic lets you carry everything in your collection — up to 40,000 songs or up to 200 hours of video — everywhere you go. In a completely new, even thinner, all-metal design, this iPod is a modern classic.

Overview

With 80GB or 160GB of storage(1), iPod classic gives your music and video room to move. It also has plenty of energy (up to 40 hours of audio playback 2), good looks (a sleek, all-metal design), and a great personality (a brand-new interface with Cover Flow). In other words, iPod classic makes an ideal companion. Why not get to know it better?

Cover Flow

If a picture says a thousand words, think of what all the album art in your collection might say. With Cover Flow on iPod classic, you can flip through your music to find the album you want to hear. Use the Click Wheel to browse music by album cover, then select an album to flip it over and see the track list.

Music

Use the Click Wheel to adjust volume, navigate songs, browse in Cover Flow, or explore the Music menu by playlist, artist, album, song, genre, composer, and more. Want to mix things up? Click Shuffle Songs. iPod classic makes your music look as good as it sounds, thanks to its big, bright, colour display.

Movies

Buy movies from the iTunes Store and you can sync them to your iPod classic to watch anywhere, anytime. The gorgeous 2.5-inch display makes your movies pop. And iPod classic keeps you entertained for up to 7 hours. Long flight or darkened room? Adjust the brightness for even more video playback time.

TV Shows

There's always something good on iPod classic. Browse thousands of episodes of your favorite TV shows on the iTunes Store then sync them to iPod classic. Watch last night's episodes this morning, or buy a whole TV series and play a pocket-size marathon.

Podcasts

The iTunes Store features thousands of free video and audio podcasts, including indie favorites and offerings from such big names as ABC News, Comedy Central, ESPN, PBS, NPR, and many more. Browse and subscribe to podcasts, then sync them to your iPod classic. You can even play video podcasts on TV using an optional Apple component or composite AV cable.

Audiobooks

The digital shelves of the iTunes Store are stocked with thousands of audiobooks — including exclusives like the entire Harry Potter series — so you can catch up on your reading wherever iPod classic takes you. iPod classic recognizes where you left off and bookmarks your place. You can even adjust the reading speed to suit you.

Games

Put hours of fun at your fingertips. iPod classic comes with three games — Vortex, iQuiz, and Klondike — and you can download more from the iTunes. All iPod games are designed specifically for the iPod interface. And all of them look great on the 2.5-inch colour display.

Photos

iPod classic holds up to 25,000 photos you can sync from your Mac or PC via iTunes. Use the Click Wheel to scroll through photo thumbnails the same way you scroll through song titles. To see a photo full screen, click the center button. You can even view photo slideshows — complete with music and transitions — on iPod classic or on a TV using an optional Apple component or composite AV cable.

Search

With up to 40,000 songs1 on your iPod classic, you need an easy way to search your collection. A built-in search function lets you use the Click Wheel to type out the name of the song, artist, album, audiobook, or podcast you're looking for. iPod classic returns results instantly as you select letters.

Extras

Calendars, contacts, and a clock appear in the Extras menu, along with a few more handy items. Take the screen lock, for example. Spin the Click Wheel to choose a four-digit combination and protect your iPod classic from prying eyes. If you forget your combination, just reset when you sync. Or use the built-in stopwatch to log your best times.

1. 1GB = 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity less.

2. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2007 using preproduction hardware and software. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and number of charge cycles vary by use and settings.

Box Contents

• iPod classic
• Earphones
• USB 2.0 cable
• Dock adapter
• Quick Start guide

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Customer Reviews

Brilliant Service...... as always
I ordered my Ipod Classic 80gb in Black, in time for my birthday. Looking over the reviews I saw that some people had had some delays with their items arriving, so I ordered it a good month in advance. I also had next day delivery, to limit the damage that it might recieve through the post.

I was stupid to have thought it would be late. Amazon have brilliant service and you can literally buy anything from them, my ipod was late but only becasue it had been delivered to my next door neighbour as I was out and he had gone to work. I was thoroughly impressed with all aspects of Amazons service and when I rang to complain about my Ipod not arriving they could not have been more helpful, I rang my local sorting office and like I said my neighbour had taken it in.

Brillian product, Brilliant service and £20 cheaper than Apple direct.

Sarah Cooper

A few issues.....ipod plays part of song then skips to next
I finally gave into the calling of the ipod after much resistance for many years of staying loyal to my faithful iriver. The lure of 80g of space for the price and the smaller ipod persuaded me.
Although I do like the ipod, since I've had it does seem to have taken up lots of time trying to sort out issues. First I decided I didn't want to use itunes and would use MediaMonkey instead to manage my vast collection of MP3 files. My first issue was that I had to install itunes because the ipod would not show the album art. I had to go into itunes and untick the album art option exit it and go back in and re-check the option. Then album art displayed on the ipod, I thought my problems were over.....Nope. I did decide to do a software update while in itunes and it would seem maybe this would be the cause of my further problem. I discovered when I was listening to my songs ipod randomly on some songs played part of it then skipped to the next one. These songs worked fine on my iriver and most were ripped to MP3 from my cd collection. After much investigation I have now discovered if I select in MediaMonkey to convert my MP3 file to MP3(madness) then synch back to the ipod then use the rebuild database option for ipod in mediamonkey low and behold the song then plays........Now all I have to do is do this for my entire collection of songs all 40 gigs of it!!
Other than that overall I do like the ipod clasic its battery seems to last well I like seeing my album art and being able to find songs quite quickly and easily. But I just wish it was as easy as the drag and drop no problems option I had with my iriver. But I guess no pain no gain.

Impressed - Better Than I Thought
I've avoided the Ipod for some years as the early experience with battery life/replacement and the Itunes 'restrictions', plus the cost at the time were enough for me to go alternative and use the Zen series (had the Jukebox and the Zen Micro ). Entirely happy with the Zen but ultimately the last one packed in.
After much study of the reviews and forums I eventually took the plunge and got the Classic 80Gb despite still have some concerns.

All I can say after nearly a month of use is that I am very pleased with the Ipod - nicely made, great display and I've found the Itunes software pretty good as well - in fact not a lot different from the Creative equivalent.
I have not got an Itunes account, I don't D/L Itunes, only install existing Mp3 or rip using Itunes software. Get covers from Google/Wikipedia and install manually using Itunes Info and they work a treat.

The volume aspect is a mystery - I'm not in the first 'flush of youth' and my hearing has been through a fair amount of abuse but by using the settings options as described and increasing the max volume available it it certainly more than loud enough.
I've installed a protective screen after the comments on scratching - which is fine and the screen is very clear and bright - watching video is excellent.
Yes it does show fingerprints, so I've got a cheap external case which elimates that problem and gives additional protection - OK at the cost of making the Ipod a bit more cumbersome - but I can stuff it in any bag/pocket/case without worry and I'm way past worrying about 'fashion' accessories!
I can't comment on the 'quality' of the sound - it is more than suitable for my listening and compares favourably with the Zen series, but I am using earphones, not the 'buds'.

Overall I am pleased my Ipod and recommend it as the storage capacity/cost is the best around and it is a great piece of engineering and that is praise indeed from a former Ipod 'cynic'!