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Apple has recently released their newest version of the iPod. The fourth-generation iPod continues to improve on its predecessors and proves that in a cluttered MP3 player market the iPod is still king.
The biggest change with the new version is that the menu, skip track, and stop/pause are now located on the click wheel. While this change serves no major function, it makes the iPod slightly easier to use and more aesthetically pleasing.
The new models come in 20 gigibyte and 40 gigibyte flavors, weighing only 5.6 and 6.2 ounces, respectively.
The only problem to be had with the player is that the battery life is still not too good. While Apple has improved this notorious problem, it still fails to compare to some other models on the market, due to the fact that it uses a lithium ion battery. These types of batteries lose charge even while you aren’t using them, making the battery life fairly short.
There are many reasons to purchase the iPod, including the price tag of only $279 for the 20 GB model. If you’re in the market for a new MP3 player, the iPod is the only way to go.
