7.5 out of 10

Apple iPod Classic / 6th Generation

 

Information found in: from 118 sources in 24 countries

Best Price: $268

  • User Score (3508)
    8.6 8.6 from 3508 reviewers
  • Expert Score (25)
    7.9 7.9 from 25 reviewers
  • Design (114)
    7.5 7.5 from 114 reviewers
  • Value for money (173)
    7.4 7.4 from 173 reviewers
  • Features (227)
    7.9 7.9 from 227 reviewers
  • Ease of use (237)
    8.1 8.1 from 237 reviewers
  • Performance (5)
    7.0 7.0 from 5 reviewers
  • Sound quality (236)
    8.1 8.1 from 236 reviewers
  • Reliability (121)
    8.1 8.1 from 121 reviewers
  • Overall quality (191)
    8.0 8.0 from 191 reviewers
  • Battery performance (2)
    7.0 7.0 from 2 reviewers
  • Display (2)
    8.8 8.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Weight (2)
    5.3 5.3 from 2 reviewers
  • Functionality (2)
    8.8 8.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Audio & image quality (80)
    8.3 8.3 from 80 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (2)
    8.8 8.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Speed performance (118)
    7.7 7.7 from 118 reviewers
  • Equipment (19)
    7.5 7.5 from 19 reviewers
More grades Less grades

  • Best Prices

Dick Smith
In Stock (S) $268 Go

Prices from Shopping.com (S)

List All 1 Prices

  • Score Distribution

Experts:
9-10
(6)
7-8
(17)
5-6
(1)
3-4
(0)
1-2
(1)
Users:
9-10
(1109)
7-8
(377)
5-6
(131)
3-4
(102)
1-2
(159)

  • Expert Reviews

  1. ZDNet

    ZDNet
    7.4/10
    25 September 2007

    The name suggests more of the same but with more space and better value. Hard disk lag issues, video out controversy and just okay sound stop it from being a true classic though. Read more

    • Huge storage (who really has 40,000 songs?), Good value, Anodised aluminium front feels like quality, Video and photos are bright and clear, Interface looks even slick...
    • ... but marred by hard disk lag issues, Sound quality still, at best, mediocre, Cover Flow a case of form over function, New accessories required for video out

  2. AppleSource

    AppleSource
    7.4/10
    25 September 2007

    Although we're pretty certain that Apple will get around to fixing the hard disk lag issue in the future, it's a pretty obvious bug to overlook and mars Apple's reputation for ease-of-use and design panache. Also distressing is the video out issue, which on the face of it seems like a case of price gouging. Overall, though, the new iPod is good value at AU$349 for the 80GB unit and AU$479 for the 160GB model. Read more

    • ... but marred by hard disk lag issues, Sound quality still, at best, mediocre, Cover Flow a case of form over function, New accessories required for video out
    • Huge storage (who really has 40,000 songs?), Good value, Anodised aluminium front feels like quality, Video and photos are bright and clear, Interface looks even slick...

  3. Top Bargains

    0.5/10
    24 November 2007

    2.5-inch color display 4.9 ounces (140 grams) 2.4 x 4.1 x .41 inches (103.5 x 61.8 x 10.5mm) Estimated Ship: Within 24 hours Free Shipping Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Apple iPod Classic 160GB

    CNET
    7.0/10
    Reviewer: Yellowy, CNET
    28 November 2007

    The iPod still suffers the same fate as every other apple product, pathetic against bumps and scratches. My 512mb Sony Network walkman is more sturdy then this thing. Read more

    • High Capacity

  • WikiFreak Description

Apple iPod Classic / 6th Generation

The Apple iPod Classic / 6th Generation comes with 2.5-inch colour LCD display, measures at 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.41 inches (H x W x D) and weighs 140 grams and comes with an 80 GB hard disk (available up to 160 GB). Designed with an iPod classic feature and metal enclosure. Comes with patented Click Wheel for navigation with under lights for night time navigation. Able to play audio formats from AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps…

See more
Edit

Apple iPod Classic / 6th Generation

The Apple iPod Classic / 6th Generation comes with 2.5-inch colour LCD display, measures at 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.41 inches (H x W x D) and weighs 140 grams and comes with an 80 GB hard disk (available up to 160 GB). Designed with an iPod classic feature and metal enclosure. Comes with patented Click Wheel for navigation with under lights for night time navigation. Able to play audio formats from AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), Apple Lossless, WAV, and AIFF. Also has video playback and supports the following formats, H.264 video, up to 1.5 Mbps, 640x480 pixels at 30 fps and a Low-Complexity version of the H.264 Baseline Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48 kHz, stereo audio. Ability to playback m4v,mp4, and mov file formats.

Features

The Apple iPod Classic / 6th Generation can store up to 20,000 audio files (128-Kbps AAC format) or 25,000 iPod-viewable photos or 100 hours playback for video files. Built in battery has 30 hour playback for audio and 5 hours playback hours for video. Comes with a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery to be charged via USB and has fast-charge time of about 2 hours (charges up to 80% of battery capacity) and full-charge time takes about 4 hours. Comes with a dock connecter, 3.5-millimeter earphone jack and ear phones. Supports Mac OS X v10.4.8 or later with an available USB 2.0 port and iTunes 7.4 or later installed. Also supports Windows Vista or Windows XP Home or Professional with SP2 or later. Comes with 90-day single-incident telephone support and 1 year limited warranty.

See less
Edit

  • Manufacturer's Description

With 160GB of storage, iPod classic can hold up to 40,000 songs, 200 hours of video or 25,000 photos.* Thatâ.

Ask the community

Didn't find what you were looking for? Ask a question!

Video Reviews