The Apple iPod will celebrate its 10 year anniversary this year, a product that has changed industries and broken ground for technologies and design that we take for granted today. Many will say that it was the iPod that changed it all and started the phenomenal growth for Apple that we are seeing today.
Apple iPod is still the most popular digital portable music player in the world. From its start some 10 years ago with a single product, we today have a range of Apple iPods; from the gaming and entertainment optimized iPod Touch, the small and portable iPod Nano and Shuffle, to the iPod Classic that still stays close to the original concept of having your entire music library in your pocket.
Meet the iPod familiy.
Apple iPod Touch
The iPod Touch is currently in its 4th generation and remains an alternative to the iPhone in terms of offering the same opportunities with the exception of mobile phone use. It shares much of the same technology as the iPhone but at the same time it is thinner and lighter, making it an ideal mobile gaming and entertainment platform that has been a huge success for Apple.
Here are some useful iPod Touch links and resources:
- iPod Touch 4 review
- iPod Touch 4 price UK – Compare prices from leading UK retailers, including new white iPod Touch
- iPod Touch speaker docks
Apple iPod Nano
The little brother in the iPod range, the iPod Nano has changed form and functionality a few times since it was first introduced, but the focus has remained on being ultra portable and user friendly. A popular alternative amongst people on the go because of the size and ease of use, the current iPod Nano 6 (6th generation) is smaller than ever and now features a touchscreen. The new form has amongst other resulted in a wide range of accessories around using it as a wristwatch.
Here are some useful iPod Nano links and resources:
- iPod Nano 6 review
- iPod Nano 6 UK prices – Compare prices from leading UK retailers
- Getting around issue with switching off iPod Nano and battery life
- iPod Nano wristwatch accessories
Apple iPod Classic
Still the iPod that is closest to the original concept from Apple and still going strong. Interest in the Classic is still strong due to the size of storage (160gb) making it easy to carry your entire music library with you wherever you go. In the recent years there has been lot of rumors and talk about Apple removing the Classic from its iPod line up, but although it has not seen any major upgrades in the recent years, it is still going strong.
Here are some useful links and resources for iPod Classic:
- iPod Classic UK prices – Compare prices from leading UK retailers
Apple iPod Shuffle
Designed to be ultra portable and affordable, the iPod Shuffle does what it says on the tin; allows you to shuffle through a selection of your favourite music on a digital music player that is small enough to clip onto your ties or shirt without looking out of the place.
Here are some useful links and resources for iPod Shuffle:
- iPod Shuffle UK prices – Compare prices from leading UK retailers
What’s next for the iPod
August/September is usually the time of the year that Apple upgrades their iPod line-up and it looks like it will be the same this year. With it being 10 year anniversary we also expect something big from them this year.
There are already plenty of rumors around all the iPod models, but perhaps especially around the iPod Touch and the iPod Nano. Here are some links to the latest rumors, and below are the latest news about the Apple iPod range.
- iPod Touch 5 – news and rumor central
- iPod Nano 7 – latest rumors
Latest Apple iPod news
Apple changes 4G label on new iPad to Cellular in UK
Apple has bowed to pressure, and rightly so, when it comes to using 4G label for mobile data network connection in UK. The have now changed the label and description on their website to refer to the device as new iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular.
Will the iPhone 5 get a brand new design?
New iPhone 5 concepts based on rumored liquid metal body and in-cell screen technology looks great, but how likely are they to prepresent the real thing when it comes to 6th generation iPhone and how different can we really expect the look and feel of the iPhone 5 to be?
Sony RDP-XA700IP AirPlay speaker dock
The Sony RDP-XA700IP might be the little brother amongst the latest Sony AirPlay speaker docks, but there is still plenty to be excited about as it comes packed with dual drivers with damperless magnetic fluid technology. Find out more inside.
Gear4 HouseParty 4-Evo speaker dock [review]
The Gear 4 HouseParty 4-Evo speaker dock is a decent budget level solution with good power, quality build, app enhancement, but with an audio performance that overall feels a bit flat. This is more a system for the teenage bedroom than the living room.
Apple releases iOS 5.1.1 update for iOS devices
Apple has today released iOS 5.1.1 for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch, a minor software update release with primarily bug fixes and improvements. The download is available OTA now. Find out more inside.
Bowers & Wilkins P3 headphones announced
Bowers & Wilkins this week released their new P3 portable on-ear headphones, the little brother of their current P5 models, hoping to compete with the likes of Beats by Dre in today’s booming headphone market. Find out more inside.
Han Solo Star Wars carbonite iPhone case – A Solo fan must have
There might be millions of iPhone protective cases out there that will protect your precious iPhone, but we are all looking for that unique one. Which is why this Star Wars Han Solo frozen in carbonite iPhone case is a must have for any Star Wars or Han Solo fan.
Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay A8 – their second AirPlay speaker dock
As part of their new PLAY brand Bang & Olufsen are bringing out their second AirPlay speaker in the BeoPlay A8, an upgrade of the iconic design of the B&O BeoSound 8 speaker dock that was released well over a year ago. Find out more inside.
Sony promises improved sound with new magnetic fluid speaker docks
The latest two iOS speaker docks from Sony features their new magnetic fluid speakers promising improved sound reproduction as well as allowing for slimmer features of the speaker dock design itself. Find out more about the two new Sony speaker dock models inside.
Apple announces WWDC 2012 dates but iPhone 5 unlikely
Apple today announced the WWDC 2012 developers conference to take place from 11-15th June, but don’t expect to see the iPhone 5 there. Instead we are likely to get the first look at the upcoming iOS 6 and its features. Find out more inside.
