16GB iPod nano (sixth generation, late 2010)

by Apple

3.5/5

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16GB iPod touch (fifth generation, mid 2013)

by Apple

4/5

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iPod nano (7th generation)

by Apple

4/5

$149.00

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64GB iPod touch (fifth generation, late 2012)

by Apple

4.5/5

$399.00

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Pros
  • Compact size
  • Multi-Touch display and interface improve many interactions
  • Better media-browsing performance than previous models
  • Convenient clip
  • Offers most of the same specs as higher-priced iPod touches
  • Has an attractive price
  • Larger screen makes Multi-Touch much more usable than with previous model
  • Physical playback and Home buttons
  • More-iOS-like interface
  • Regains video playback of older models
  • Exceptionally thin and light
  • Far faster than previous model
  • Bright screen
  • Solid camera performance
  • Siri support
Cons
  • No physical playback buttons, but ships with basic earbuds instead of remote/mic version
  • Same price as previous version despite cheaper earbuds, a smaller screen, and no video-watching and -recording features
  • Multi-Touch sometimes feels more gimicky than useful
  • Provides no rear-facing camera, color options, or wrist strip
  • Only $50 less than entry-level iPod touch
  • Screen isn't as good as those on other Apple devices
  • Some users will miss previous model's built-in clip
  • No remote on bundled headphones
At A Glance

Specs

Power

Battery Type     Lithium Ion Battery  

Dimensions

Width     1.6  inches 2.3  inches
Depth     0.2  inches 0.2  inches
Height     3.0  inches 4.9  inches

Supported Video Formats

H.264     Yes Yes
MPEG4     Yes Yes
Motion JPEG       Yes

Supported Audio Formats

AAC     Yes Yes
MP3     Yes Yes
WAV     Yes Yes
AIFF     Yes Yes
Audible     Yes Yes
Apple Lossless     Yes Yes

Battery

Battery Type       Lithium ion
Vendor Rated Audio Usage Time       40.0  hours
Vendor Rated Internet Usage Time       8.0  hours

Ports and Connections

Wireless connection       Wi-Fi