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Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
Another great product from Apple. This amazing machine can not only play music and browse photos, but it can play video as well. Now you can download your favourite TV shows and movies, and watch them on the go!
MSRP $299.00
Release date September, 2005
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MSRP $300.00
Released --
Pros
- Speaker sounds suprisingly good for background listening
- This player has survied been ran over by a lorry (You Tube)!
- Really clear OLED screen, with black areas blending in with the whole player
- Minimilistic look comes to life when activated
Cons
- A bit chunky!
- Needs to be taken out of pocket for use
Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
0%
vs.
Samsung K5
100%
MSRP $199.00
Released September, 2007
Pros
- Large and clear screen
- Thin and light
- Great audio quality
Cons
- Plastic screen scratches very easily
- Only Plays video encoded at 320x240 resolution.
- SD slot doesn't integrate well with player
Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
33%
vs.
Creative Zen
67%
MSRP $70.00
Released October, 2007
Pros
- Very competitive price/storage ratio
- Good audio quality
- More features than Shuffle and Stone
Cons
- 1GB only available in black
- Can only be recharged using the USB cable.
- Power switch can feel flimsy
Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
100%
vs.
SanDisk Sansa Clip
0%
MSRP $250.00
Released --
Pros
- Fantastic audio quality
- Very long battery life (60 hours)
- Controls are easy after you've learned them
Cons
- Controls take time to learn
- Thick for a flash based player
- Under-powered CPU - doesn't like very high bit-rate files
Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
100%
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Cowon iAudio 7
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MSRP $150.00
Released March, 2008
Pros
- eBook reader
- Built-in speakers
- Great audio support
Cons
- Small screen
- Screen isn't very good
- Sound quality isn't as good as previous versions
Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
100%
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iriver E100
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MSRP $250.00
Released December, 2005
Pros
- Easily plays DiVX formatted files unlike the iPod
- Intuitive user interface.
- FM Radio, Able to record FM Radio with newer Firmware.
Cons
- Playlist building via player needs work.
- Requires a Separate Dongle for TV Out/ Charging purpose's.
- heavier and larger than the competition
Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
vs.
Creative Zen Vision:M
MSRP $199.99
Released November, 2006
Pros
- Large 3" screen; good for video (4:3)
- Integrated wireless for sharing songs (with some limitations) and photos
- Can be found for $99 if you shop around.
Cons
- Cannot be used as a hard drive
- Not backwards compatible with WMA-DRM9 audio
- Proprietary USB connector
Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
100%
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Microsoft Zune 30
0%
Reviews
May 20, 2009
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
- Available in both black and white
- Rockbox compatibility
Cons
- Body scuffs easily
- No custom EQ
- Not a lot of space for videos, especially compared to newer 80GB and 120GB models.
- Bass output still not up to snuff
- No support for subscription music services
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May 13, 2009
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
- Available in both black and white
- Rockbox compatibility
- iPod has become a household name, thus encouraging more companies to adjust their products to be compatible.
Cons
- Body scuffs easily
- No custom EQ
- Not a lot of space for videos, especially compared to newer 80GB and 120GB models.
- Bass output still not up to snuff
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April 16, 2009
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
- Available in both black and white
- Rockbox compatibility
Cons
- Body scuffs easily
- No custom EQ
- Not a lot of space for videos, especially compared to newer 80GB and 120GB models.
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Apple iPod Video 30GB 5th Gen
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April 16, 2009
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
- Available in both black and white
- Rockbox compatibility
Cons
- Body scuffs easily
- No custom EQ
- Not a lot of space for videos, especially compared to newer 80GB and 120GB models.
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June 11, 2008
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
- Available in both black and white
Cons
- Body scuffs easily
- Bass output still not up to snuff
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April 30, 2008
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
- Available in both black and white
Cons
- Body scuffs easily
- Bass output still not up to snuff
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August 13, 2008
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Rockbox compatibility
Cons
- Body scuffs easily
- No custom EQ
- No support for subscription music services
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July 10, 2008
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
- Available in both black and white
Cons
- Bass output still not up to snuff
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May 28, 2008
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
- Available in both black and white
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May 16, 2008
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Pros
- Enormous pool of accessories available
- Sharp high-resolution screen clear enough to read subtitles
- Seamless integration with iTunes
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