Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation)
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Product Highlights
- 5th Generation
- 4" Multi-Touch IPS Retina Display
- 1136 x 640 Native Resolution at 326 ppi
- A5 Processor
- Rear 5MP iSight Camera (1080p)
- Front 1.2MP FaceTime HD Camera
- iOS 6, Apple Maps, Nike+, Siri
- Included Apple EarPods
- Lightning Dock Connector
- Mac and Windows Compatible
The 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation) from Apple has now reach its 5th generation, offering an incredible iPod touch as a music player, video camera, pocket computer and portable gaming device all in a single sleek anodized aluminum with exceptional battery life. The iPod touch offers a powerful A5 processor. The iPod touch also features the stunning Retina display with a Multi-Touch interface found on the iPhone 5.
The iPod The touch has front and rear cameras for taking photos and videos, as well as having live video chats over Wi-Fi with FaceTime. The internal accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope provide more motion gestures and terrific precision for an amazing gaming experience, which can be combined with the Game Center feature of iOS 6 to play against your friends. The touch also connects to the App Store and iTunes, offers multitasking, allows you to connect to the Internet, check email, and much more.
Design
- Anodized Aluminum
- This iPod touch features an anodized aluminum unibody design, similar to the Apple's MacBook line. It's only 0.24" (6.1mm) thin and weighs just 3.1 ounces (88 grams). Aside from the ultraportable design, the anodized aluminum unibody features a supersmooth finish highlighted by its polished beveled edges
- A Wide Variety of Colors
- This iPod touch now comes in a variety of colors. You can choose from black, white, pink, yellow and blue. However, don't be fooled. The colors are not just painted on the surface, but they've been anodized right into the aluminum body. What you get is a saturated color that still lets the luster of the metal shine through
- 4" Retina Display
- The screen of this iPod touch didn't get any wider, just taller. This means you can still operate the iPod touch with just one hand and your thumb gets extra room to navigate through iOS. The display also got more advanced, with finger-friendly, gestured-enabled Multi-Touch technology built right into the glass instead of beneath it. The 4" Retina display has an in-plane switching (IPS) panel that is capable of producing a native resolution of 1136 x 640 at 326 pixels per inch (ppi), an 800:1 contrast ratio, and a 500cd/m² max brightness. The screen also has a fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating
- iPod touch Loop
- The iPod touch loop is a colorful way to keep your iPod touch securely attached to your wrist. You can use it to shoot from a hard-to-reach camera angle, flip your iPod touch up for a quick iMessage or just carry it around pocketless. The loop also keeps your iPod touch safe from a slip, fumble or drop because it's securely connected to your wrist
- Apple EarPods
- While the older Apple earbuds have gotten a lot of criticism for nothing fitting well and having poor sound quality, Apple has reinvented them into the Apple EarPods. The Apple EarPods were designed to fit the ear, not the other way around. It has a front vent, a rear vent, a bass vent and a primary acoustic outlet to provide deeper bass and better audio all around while staying stable in your ears
- Eco-Friendly
- Good design doesn't only mean making a stylish product, but also taking into account the environmental impact. That's why the iPod touch from Apple is made from highly recyclable materials, such as aluminum. Also, every iPod touch is free of toxic materials, such as brominated flame retardants (BFRs) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Music
- Cover Flow
- Turn the iPod touch into landscape mode to reveal Cover Flow. In Cover Flow, you can glide through your music by album art with the flick of your finger. The taller 4" Retina display also gives you more space to maneuver
- Genius Playlists and Mixes
- Genius finds complementary songs of your favorite songs and puts them in a Genius playlist for your convenience. You can also let Genius automatically search your library to find songs that go great together and make mixes for you
- iTunes and iCloud
- Buy and download new music on your iPod touch over Wi-Fi with the iTunes app. If you have your iPod touch linked to your iCloud account, it will automatically push your just purchased songs to all your other Apple devices, such as your iPad, iPhone, Mac and even PC computers
- Bluetooth and Airplay
- Pair your iPod touch to Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a pair of headphones. You can also stream music from your iPod touch to AirPlay-enabled speakers over Wi-Fi to your home entertainment system via Apple TV or any speaker connected to an AirPort Express
Camera
- Rear iSight Camera
- This iPod touch has a rear iSight camera, which has tap to focus, an LED flash and face detection. With the 5-megapixel iSight camera, you'll be taking pictures with seven times the amount of pixels of the previous iPod touch as well as recording video in 1080p, complete with video stabilization
- Front FaceTime HD Camera
- This iPod touch also has a front 1.2-megapixel FaceTime HD camera, capable of recording video in 720p. You can also access FaceTime to chat with friends and family in crystal clear HD quality, using the front FaceTime HD camera
- Panorama
- With the Panorama function, you'll be able to point, shoot and move the camera across the scene for up to 240 degrees. The gyroscope, A5 chip and sophisticated software work together to create a single seamless shot
- In-App Editing
- Crop, rotate, enhance and remove red-eye directly from your iPod touch. You can also edit video as well. Just drag to select start and end points on the filmstrip. For more photo and video editing options, iPhoto and iMovie are available in the Apple App Store (sold separately)
- Shared Photo Stream
- With Shared Photo Streams in iCloud, you can share your favorite photos with friends and family at a press of a button. You can also post to Facebook or attach it to a tweet right from the Camera app
Built-in Apps
- Siri
- This iPod touch has Siri, which lets you use your voice to send messages, schedule meetings, place FaceTime calls and more
- Game Center
- Throw down a challenge, go head to head with your friends or make new friends (or foes) from all around the world. Check leaderboards for scores and achievements and share your results on Facebook
- iMessage
- Send unlimited text messages over Wi-Fi to another iOS or Mac device. It's free and you can even send photos, videos, locations and contacts. You can even have Siri send you a message for you
- App Store
- With over 700,000 apps to choose from, you'll be able to find the app for just about anything. The good news is that most apps are also free, but for premium apps, you'll have to pay a fee
- FaceTime
- Video chat with friends and family using the front 1.2-megapixel FaceTime HD camera. You can FaceTime with anyone on an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or a Mac computer over Wi-Fi
| Type | Flash Drive |
| Capacity | 32GB |
| Memory Card Slot | None |
| Display |
4" Multi-Touch LCD |
| FM Tuner | No |
| FM Recording | No |
| Voice Recording | Yes |
| Data Storage | Yes |
| Photo Capture | Yes |
| Photo Viewing | Yes |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| Video Playback | Yes |
| Text Reader | Yes |
| Formats Supported |
Audio: AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC, HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF and WAV Video: H.264, m4v, mp4, mov, M-JPEG |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Connections |
1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Headphone Dock Connector |
| Battery | Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery |
| Charger | Dock Connector via AC Adapter |
| System Requirements |
Operating System Windows XP (SP3), Vista, 7 Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 2.3 x 4.8 x 0.2" / 5.8 x 12.2 x 0.5 cm |
| Weight | 3.1 oz / 88 g |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 43 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (34)
- Reliable (33)
- Sleek/compact (31)
- Simple controls (29)
- Lots of storage (26)
Cons
- Short battery life (8)
Best Uses
- Anywhere (33)
- Commuting (18)
- Travel (18)
- At work (14)
- Gym / working out (9)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual listener (20), Avid listener (13), Audiophile (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (41)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (30), Yes (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
Apple iPod touch 32GB
The iPod Touch 5th generation has come a long way since the launch of the first generation iPod a few years go. There are several features that I love about this new Touch. My ...Read complete review
The iPod Touch 5th generation has come a long way since the launch of the first generation iPod a few years go. There are several features that I love about this new Touch. My quick impressions so far after having used it for just under a week.
FORM FACTOR - The Touch is thinner than iPhone 5 though still has the same 4-inch retina display. The overall experience is significantly better using this device compared to the Touch 4. I was pretty happy with my Touch 4, but now looking at it after playing with the Touch 5, it just seems small! The 5 is thinner and lighter than even the iPhone 5. Very slick.
BODY - The back is anodized aluminum finish in amazing colors. The matte finish makes it less scratch-prone (at least so far it seems that way) compared to the steel-backed Touch 4. The body is slightly more rectangular and less curved than the 4, making it easier to use the side volume buttons. I honestly don't think a case is necessary for this device given its beautiful colors and fairly scratch-resistant body, but that again would be entirely a personal decision. Some folks are prone to dropping devices in which case a case is a must. My 2 cents - a transparent case would probably be best which at least allows the beauty of the device to come through. Putting on a thick black case on this would be doing it severe injustice!
CAMERA - The camera is in my opinion one of the best features of the Touch. The Touch has a 5MP camera, which I think is the same as the iPhone though I could be wrong on this. It gives 1080p recording in this slick device, makes me think back of the loaded camcorders we carried and converted tapes to DVDs, and that wasn't so long ago! The camera, same as the iPhone camera, gives the panoramic option which lets you capture a pretty wide angle shot. I tried this feature only in the house, but due to different lighting in the different areas that I was shooting, the picture didn't come out so well. I'm sure if taken with correct lighting or outdoors, the panoramic pictures would be spectacular. I wonder if the camera is meant to be the main feature of the Touch that Apple wants to push, given that they included a hand strap with the touch, just like most cameras come with.
A5 PROCESSOR - The difference in speed because of the A5 processor is quite noticeable, for the better. It makes the device much faster - for apps, loading videos, etc. For the few apps that I use often, the speed is remarkable.
EARBUDS - I don't use the Apple earphones because they have been uncomfortable for me personally. I tried the new earbuds and these fit much better. Sound quality maybe just about the same, at least I didn't notice any significant difference. I'm happy using my Bose or Sony headphones with the Touch. The speaker on the iPod is decent for light listening or watching videos. It's really not meant to give surround sound, but the speakers do their job fine.
CONNECTOR - The lightning connector is probably better for charging speeds and data transfer (I guess), but the only good thing that I find about this is that the cable can be inserted either way into the Touch. Unlike the previous 30-pin connector that could only be inserted one way up. One thing to note - and this might have just been me but I did see some reviews earlier to this effect - the USB end of the adapter is probably the same as all USBs. But, for some reason, when I plugged it in to my car charger, it got stuck in it. I struggled for a good 5 minutes to get it out. I had no problems with my 30-pin connector cable with this charger. I later read reviews for the car charger and other folks had mentioned the same thing. Not sure what the issue was, maybe just a few isolated events. But for now I am not using any non-Apple approved charger, even if it is just a USB charger. Another problem I have faced is that when I connect the iPod to the USB jack in my car, there are times when the sound comes through the iPod instead of the car speakers. The iPod is connected and shows "Accessory Connected". I then have to unlplug the device and plug it back in, and then it works fine. This has happened 2-3 times over the past few days. I'm not sure if this has to do with the lightning cable or the car's USB port.
SOFTWARE - It runs on iOS6 and the speed is amazing. Note that it doesn't have Google Maps which I sorely miss, but that's an issue more with iOS6 rather than the ouch itself. Hopefully Apple's maps will get better :) It has built-in Siri but I don't use Siri myself so can't comment on that.
It's hard to compare this with the iPhone because this is not a phone, though you can download Skype or Vonage Mobile and use these apps to turn the Touch into a makeshift phone. I guess it could be compared to other tablets which do pretty much the same thing as the Touch for the most part. A lot of the tablets are cheaper in price, though have less storage capacity and can't be used so efficiently as a camera, or an MP3 player while working out.
All in all I am very impressed and pleased with the Touch 5 so far. Whether to buy or upgrade to this device is entirely a personal decision depending on what you're looking for.
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It Does What It's Advertised to Do
I don't know how to rate this item. It does what it's advertised to do, but when I bought it I wasn't sure how useful it would be and Apple only provides a brief ...Read complete review
I don't know how to rate this item. It does what it's advertised to do, but when I bought it I wasn't sure how useful it would be and Apple only provides a brief return period.
For me, its usefulness depends mostly on how many places I go and places I eat that have wi-fi. So far it looks like about half, making it less useful than I'd hoped. Also, making the device useful depends on finding applications that will let it do things you need. I'm still working on this and, unless I get rid of it, will probably be searching for months.
The built-in mail app has several weaknessess. It's a loooog time between mail checks when it's in sleep mode. It imported all the mail from one of my mailboxes (thousands of messages) and they have to be deleted one at a time. There is no way to do a mass delete. There's no convenient way to import contact addresses.
The browser works fine.
I haven't figured out how to make my apps that depend on maps (apps with maps, hmmm) to use google maps as the Apple maps leave something to be desired.
There's more, but hopfully you get the idea.
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Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I upgraded from the 4th gen and am loving it. The IPS display has much better viewing angles and black levels. The 4 inch screen shows more and watching 16:9 videos takes up the whole screen, but it makes one-handed use more difficult because you have to adjust your grip to reach the corners sometimes. The speed is much faster and I can switch between apps quicker because it has double the ram of last generation. The feeling of it is perfect in the hand and so light. It actually takes good photos now, both the front and back cameras were improved greatly. What I'd like to see in the future is even better camera quality, GPS and a mute switch.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact size
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
- Well built
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- Commuting
- Remodel My Home
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I like that we can justdrop it in a pocket and have it ready. Takes great photos -even in low light.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Reliable Performance
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Love my new ipod!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Haven't used this much, so I cant comment on the battery life. But everything else about this unit is awesome!!!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
YEs its an amazing apple product but i chose to order it through B&H and they have amazing customer service! thank you B&H for helping me order all of my electronic needs..you're customer service is incredible
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Impressive redesign, great screen and amazingly light and slim.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
- On The System Only
- Poor Sound Quality
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- Commuting
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I bought the more advanced iPod Touch 5G because I have a lot of music and really enjoy having the ability to take my music and music vids wherever I go. I also have updated my car radio so that there is a USB port and, ta da, I play my own music!
I like how easy it is to move music from iTunes and my Real Player.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I sync news on it before i leave for work and read on my commute. Poor man's iPhone!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Very thin
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Iam a Fan of Cowon sound but listen to new ipod 5th gen. sound as good as cowon,
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Love the improved bigger screen.
Retina Display is an improvement over 4th Gen model.
Better picture quality with updated camera.
iCloud & Photo Stream are great added features.
Good overall battery life.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
works great
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
pros: camera is awesome, home button feels more solid(compare to iPhone 3g/4 & iPad 2), tons of apps, beautiful build, retina screen
cons: Siri doesn't work without internet connection, hard to hold, screen is too long to operate with one hand, doesn't show how much power left in percentage
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Commuting
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
This is mostly used for listening to music on the bus and snapping impromptu photos. The camera is as good as expected. I have only had good experiences with this iPod and B&H shipped it out very fast and exceeded my expectations. It would be nice if units with more storage were not so pricey.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Use it around the house for web browsing and email when my kids are using the computer.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
- Pricy
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
If your like me your smartphone is alway dying due to running games and playing music. Dont put music and games on your phone and kill the battery get an ipod touch insted and save your phone battery! I use this at work in the car and everywhere i go. Its great not to need to stream music because im not always in internet service while on the road.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I just love my new iPod Touch!!!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- The new earpods are awesome, great sound!!
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Easy to set up, nice and compact.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Slim design, great touch screen. Gift recipient very pleased with present.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I use the iPod for my music and pictures of course. Apps games and Internet. Just a great all around device perfect for long trips and every day use. Sleek design light weight and a brilliant screen make the iPod the hands down winner in personal portable entertainment. I can't find anything bad to say about it. Just a great product.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 43 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (34)
- Reliable (33)
- Sleek/compact (31)
- Simple controls (29)
- Lots of storage (26)
Cons
- Short battery life (8)
Best Uses
- Anywhere (33)
- Commuting (18)
- Travel (18)
- At work (14)
- Gym / working out (9)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual listener (20), Avid listener (13), Audiophile (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (41)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (30), Yes (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
Apple iPod touch 32GB
The iPod Touch 5th generation has come a long way since the launch of the first generation iPod a few years go. There are several features that I love about this new Touch. My ...Read complete review
The iPod Touch 5th generation has come a long way since the launch of the first generation iPod a few years go. There are several features that I love about this new Touch. My quick impressions so far after having used it for just under a week.
FORM FACTOR - The Touch is thinner than iPhone 5 though still has the same 4-inch retina display. The overall experience is significantly better using this device compared to the Touch 4. I was pretty happy with my Touch 4, but now looking at it after playing with the Touch 5, it just seems small! The 5 is thinner and lighter than even the iPhone 5. Very slick.
BODY - The back is anodized aluminum finish in amazing colors. The matte finish makes it less scratch-prone (at least so far it seems that way) compared to the steel-backed Touch 4. The body is slightly more rectangular and less curved than the 4, making it easier to use the side volume buttons. I honestly don't think a case is necessary for this device given its beautiful colors and fairly scratch-resistant body, but that again would be entirely a personal decision. Some folks are prone to dropping devices in which case a case is a must. My 2 cents - a transparent case would probably be best which at least allows the beauty of the device to come through. Putting on a thick black case on this would be doing it severe injustice!
CAMERA - The camera is in my opinion one of the best features of the Touch. The Touch has a 5MP camera, which I think is the same as the iPhone though I could be wrong on this. It gives 1080p recording in this slick device, makes me think back of the loaded camcorders we carried and converted tapes to DVDs, and that wasn't so long ago! The camera, same as the iPhone camera, gives the panoramic option which lets you capture a pretty wide angle shot. I tried this feature only in the house, but due to different lighting in the different areas that I was shooting, the picture didn't come out so well. I'm sure if taken with correct lighting or outdoors, the panoramic pictures would be spectacular. I wonder if the camera is meant to be the main feature of the Touch that Apple wants to push, given that they included a hand strap with the touch, just like most cameras come with.
A5 PROCESSOR - The difference in speed because of the A5 processor is quite noticeable, for the better. It makes the device much faster - for apps, loading videos, etc. For the few apps that I use often, the speed is remarkable.
EARBUDS - I don't use the Apple earphones because they have been uncomfortable for me personally. I tried the new earbuds and these fit much better. Sound quality maybe just about the same, at least I didn't notice any significant difference. I'm happy using my Bose or Sony headphones with the Touch. The speaker on the iPod is decent for light listening or watching videos. It's really not meant to give surround sound, but the speakers do their job fine.
CONNECTOR - The lightning connector is probably better for charging speeds and data transfer (I guess), but the only good thing that I find about this is that the cable can be inserted either way into the Touch. Unlike the previous 30-pin connector that could only be inserted one way up. One thing to note - and this might have just been me but I did see some reviews earlier to this effect - the USB end of the adapter is probably the same as all USBs. But, for some reason, when I plugged it in to my car charger, it got stuck in it. I struggled for a good 5 minutes to get it out. I had no problems with my 30-pin connector cable with this charger. I later read reviews for the car charger and other folks had mentioned the same thing. Not sure what the issue was, maybe just a few isolated events. But for now I am not using any non-Apple approved charger, even if it is just a USB charger. Another problem I have faced is that when I connect the iPod to the USB jack in my car, there are times when the sound comes through the iPod instead of the car speakers. The iPod is connected and shows "Accessory Connected". I then have to unlplug the device and plug it back in, and then it works fine. This has happened 2-3 times over the past few days. I'm not sure if this has to do with the lightning cable or the car's USB port.
SOFTWARE - It runs on iOS6 and the speed is amazing. Note that it doesn't have Google Maps which I sorely miss, but that's an issue more with iOS6 rather than the ouch itself. Hopefully Apple's maps will get better :) It has built-in Siri but I don't use Siri myself so can't comment on that.
It's hard to compare this with the iPhone because this is not a phone, though you can download Skype or Vonage Mobile and use these apps to turn the Touch into a makeshift phone. I guess it could be compared to other tablets which do pretty much the same thing as the Touch for the most part. A lot of the tablets are cheaper in price, though have less storage capacity and can't be used so efficiently as a camera, or an MP3 player while working out.
All in all I am very impressed and pleased with the Touch 5 so far. Whether to buy or upgrade to this device is entirely a personal decision depending on what you're looking for.
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I don't know how to rate this item. It does what it's advertised to do, but when I bought it I wasn't sure how useful it would be and Apple only provides a brief ...Read complete review
I don't know how to rate this item. It does what it's advertised to do, but when I bought it I wasn't sure how useful it would be and Apple only provides a brief return period.
For me, its usefulness depends mostly on how many places I go and places I eat that have wi-fi. So far it looks like about half, making it less useful than I'd hoped. Also, making the device useful depends on finding applications that will let it do things you need. I'm still working on this and, unless I get rid of it, will probably be searching for months.
The built-in mail app has several weaknessess. It's a loooog time between mail checks when it's in sleep mode. It imported all the mail from one of my mailboxes (thousands of messages) and they have to be deleted one at a time. There is no way to do a mass delete. There's no convenient way to import contact addresses.
The browser works fine.
I haven't figured out how to make my apps that depend on maps (apps with maps, hmmm) to use google maps as the Apple maps leave something to be desired.
There's more, but hopfully you get the idea.
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Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I upgraded from the 4th gen and am loving it. The IPS display has much better viewing angles and black levels. The 4 inch screen shows more and watching 16:9 videos takes up the whole screen, but it makes one-handed use more difficult because you have to adjust your grip to reach the corners sometimes. The speed is much faster and I can switch between apps quicker because it has double the ram of last generation. The feeling of it is perfect in the hand and so light. It actually takes good photos now, both the front and back cameras were improved greatly. What I'd like to see in the future is even better camera quality, GPS and a mute switch.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact size
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
- Well built
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- Commuting
- Remodel My Home
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I like that we can justdrop it in a pocket and have it ready. Takes great photos -even in low light.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Reliable Performance
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Love my new ipod!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Haven't used this much, so I cant comment on the battery life. But everything else about this unit is awesome!!!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
YEs its an amazing apple product but i chose to order it through B&H and they have amazing customer service! thank you B&H for helping me order all of my electronic needs..you're customer service is incredible
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Impressive redesign, great screen and amazingly light and slim.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
- On The System Only
- Poor Sound Quality
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- Commuting
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I bought the more advanced iPod Touch 5G because I have a lot of music and really enjoy having the ability to take my music and music vids wherever I go. I also have updated my car radio so that there is a USB port and, ta da, I play my own music!
I like how easy it is to move music from iTunes and my Real Player.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I sync news on it before i leave for work and read on my commute. Poor man's iPhone!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Very thin
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Iam a Fan of Cowon sound but listen to new ipod 5th gen. sound as good as cowon,
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Love the improved bigger screen.
Retina Display is an improvement over 4th Gen model.
Better picture quality with updated camera.
iCloud & Photo Stream are great added features.
Good overall battery life.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
works great
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
pros: camera is awesome, home button feels more solid(compare to iPhone 3g/4 & iPad 2), tons of apps, beautiful build, retina screen
cons: Siri doesn't work without internet connection, hard to hold, screen is too long to operate with one hand, doesn't show how much power left in percentage
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Commuting
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
This is mostly used for listening to music on the bus and snapping impromptu photos. The camera is as good as expected. I have only had good experiences with this iPod and B&H shipped it out very fast and exceeded my expectations. It would be nice if units with more storage were not so pricey.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Use it around the house for web browsing and email when my kids are using the computer.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
- Pricy
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
If your like me your smartphone is alway dying due to running games and playing music. Dont put music and games on your phone and kill the battery get an ipod touch insted and save your phone battery! I use this at work in the car and everywhere i go. Its great not to need to stream music because im not always in internet service while on the road.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- At Work
- Commuting
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I just love my new iPod Touch!!!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- The new earpods are awesome, great sound!!
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Easy to set up, nice and compact.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Simple Controls
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
Slim design, great touch screen. Gift recipient very pleased with present.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Lots of Storage
- Reliable Performance
- Sleek/Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
- Commuting
- Gym / Working Out
- Travel
Comments about Apple 32GB iPod touch (Black & Slate) (5th Generation):
I use the iPod for my music and pictures of course. Apps games and Internet. Just a great all around device perfect for long trips and every day use. Sleek design light weight and a brilliant screen make the iPod the hands down winner in personal portable entertainment. I can't find anything bad to say about it. Just a great product.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Cases
Show more >Protect your iPod from impacts and scratches.
- Price: $14.64
Screen Protection
Show more >Help keep your screen looking new with a screen protector.
- Price: $9.99
Cables & Adapters
Show more >Expand your iPod's connective capabilities with an adapter.
- Price: $24.95
Batteries & Power
Show more >Charge your iPod anywhere with these wall chargers, car chargers and battery packs.
- Price: $19.00
- Price: $12.95
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