[stevenjchang]

i think i'll get one (classic), i like the storage, batt life, and price tag on that thing
i think once the "touch" maxes out in sales, it'll eventually get a HDD in it, or by then flash will be cheaper. that will be the day

my dream ipod is actually one of those fakes done a couple years ago. its the size and dimensions of a 5th gen, only the whole front size was a touch screen.

 

[nelamvr6]

I'd like the extra room in the 160 GB model, but I'm not gonna buy until there's a RockBox build that works.

Right now an iMod would be more attractive to me, and I understand a 160GB HDD can be installed during the course of an iMod.

 

[Schalldampfer]

Just did a A/B test with my D2 and Ety yesterday in comparison to the iPod. For having cost so much more, the 5th gen, I believe, iPod just couldn't keep up.

Oh, and the fanbase is extremely annoying.

 

[nelamvr6]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Schalldämpfer /img/forum/go_quote.gif Just did a A/B test with my D2 and Ety yesterday in comparison to the iPod. For having cost so much more, the 5th gen, I believe, iPod just couldn't keep up. Oh, and the fanbase is extremely annoying.

Not nearly as annoying as the iPod haters, those who hate the iPod simply because it's popular.

On a side note, it's interesting that you felt compelled to add the qualifier "For having cost so much more..."

Any observations on the sq irrespective of cost?

 

[mrarroyo]

160 GB iPod Classic here it comes.

 

[tnmike1]

Some, like me, only use the Ipod for listening to music. No pictures, no podcasts, no movies. No nuttin'--just music. Which is why I got the used-off-ebay 40g 4th generation, sent to Vinnie for modding and love it with my Portaphile and Supermacro IV LE. Can understand why everyone loves all the bells and whistles, but do wish Apple would've continued making just a stripped down version in maybe an 80gig model for those of us who just want unrelentingly good music reproduction out of the Ipods

 

[Varma]

I like the interface on the new iPod Touch. For me 16 GB right now is very less so probably I have to wait for a while till they release an 40 or 60 GB iPod touch.

 

[Varma]

Price point of view I think 160 GB iPod is an excellent deal.

 

[nelamvr6]

Does RockBox work on the iMods?

 

[YamiTenshi]

The iPod Classic is the first iPod that has ever caught my attention, 160 gbs and 40 hours of battery life is impressive. However there are a few factors before I seriously consider buying one:

1. I need to see some reviews, specifically about the SQ. The iMod is out of my budget so I need the headphone out to sound good. Also must be hiss-less, I don't know why but that hissing sound during silence really gets on my nerves.

2. Is it rockbox-able? Obvious reasons.

3. What are other companies coming out with to compete? I'll probably wait until December/Christmas to see if there is any serious competition (come on Cowon/iAudio!). Who knows maybe there'll be a $200 price drop!

4. Someone can probably answer this here: Are the controls tactile or touch/smooth?

5. How's the new case? Durable? Cheap feeling?

 

[goldenratiophi]

I'm tempted, but I think I'll stick with what I have for now.

 

[BassheadJazz]

I think I'll eventually get an iPod classic (between the storage space and battery life I'm pretty much sold), but I'm not too sold on the interface in all honesty. From what I've read, it works wonderfully on the iPhone/iPod touch while it's supposedly sluggish on the nano and classic.

 

[nelamvr6]

Quote:

Originally Posted by YamiTenshi /img/forum/go_quote.gif The iPod Classic is the first iPod that has ever caught my attention, 160 gbs and 40 hours of battery life is impressive. However there are a few factors before I seriously consider buying one: 1. I need to see some reviews, specifically about the SQ. The iMod is out of my budget so I need the headphone out to sound good. Also must be hiss-less, I don't know why but that hissing sound during silence really gets on my nerves. 2. Is it rockbox-able? Obvious reasons. 3. What are other companies coming out with to compete? I'll probably wait until December/Christmas to see if there is any serious competition (come on Cowon/iAudio!). Who knows maybe there'll be a $200 price drop! 4. Someone can probably answer this here: Are the controls tactile or touch/smooth? 5. How's the new case? Durable? Cheap feeling?

I can answer number 2: As of right now there's no mention of a build for the new iPods, and I would definitely not install a build that was not specifically tested.

These have just been announced, it might take a little while before the RockBox guys get their hands on one...

 

[lextek]

I'm really, liking the Classic. Now the price drop of the iPhone makes it my next phone.

 

[OverlordXenu]

They probably still sound terrible, like almost every other portable device (my X5 included...SO MUCH BACKGROUND NOISE!), of course, I'm talking through the HP out.

I wonder if the classic has a new and/or better DAC...