Apple’s new iPod Touch is a phenomenal piece of design. Sleek, sexy and so cool it hurts, this is perhaps the most desirable tech gadget on the market in Ireland this Christmas (with the possible exception of its feature rich sibling, the much-hyped iPhone), and by and large it delivers in spades.
The iPod Touch — has a digital media player revolution begun?
That said, I have several issues with the iPod — not least of which is the fact that you’re tied in to proprietary media formats, and are forced to download Apple’s proprietary software before you can even use the device. Despite a few shortcomings, however, the Touch is a remarkably accomplished piece of kit.
The worst thing about the one I’m reviewing is the fact that I have to give it back to Apple when I’m done!
Review Summary
Product Reviewed: Apple iPod Touch 16GB
Also Available: Apple iPod Touch 8GB
| Feature | Rating |
| Music | 8/10 |
| Video | 8/10 |
| Navigation/Controls | 10/10 |
| Features | 7/10 |
| Software (PC) | 5/10 (not bundled) |
| Ease of use | 10/10 |
| Overall | 8/10 — Highly Recommended |