Unboxing Apple's black 8GB second-gen iPod nano
Due to popular demand, AppleInsider is publishing a series of unpacking photos taken of Apple's top-of-the-line 8GB black iPod nano.
While arguably the sleekest looking of the second-generation iPod nano family due to its black-on-black motif, the 8GB model is otherwise identical in form and function to its lower-capacity cousins.
However, its anodized aluminum enclosure sports more of a matte finish than the candy-colored 4GB models, which tend to radiate a slight metallic sparkle under bright lights.
Also with the 8GB model, Apple uses black injection-molded plastic for the top and base of the player. The Click-Wheel is also black. On all other models, these portions of the player use white plastics.
The second-generation iPod nano continues to ship in somewhat limited quantities. Most Apple retail stores have so far kept their allotment of the new players behind the sales counter.
Retail stores are also refusing to offer educational and other discounts on the players. Similarly, the new nanos do not qualify for any existing Apple rebates.
On Wednesday, AppleInsider also posted high-quality photos of the green 4GB iPod nano.
While arguably the sleekest looking of the second-generation iPod nano family due to its black-on-black motif, the 8GB model is otherwise identical in form and function to its lower-capacity cousins.
However, its anodized aluminum enclosure sports more of a matte finish than the candy-colored 4GB models, which tend to radiate a slight metallic sparkle under bright lights.
Also with the 8GB model, Apple uses black injection-molded plastic for the top and base of the player. The Click-Wheel is also black. On all other models, these portions of the player use white plastics.
The second-generation iPod nano continues to ship in somewhat limited quantities. Most Apple retail stores have so far kept their allotment of the new players behind the sales counter.
Retail stores are also refusing to offer educational and other discounts on the players. Similarly, the new nanos do not qualify for any existing Apple rebates.
On Wednesday, AppleInsider also posted high-quality photos of the green 4GB iPod nano.
Comments
I know the black nano costs just as much as the 30gb ipod that plays videos and games... but come on.... how f'n SEXY IS THAT 8)
oh it is so very much so.
looks like that crazy black monolith from 2001.
its time for a new ipod.... just maybe.
I know is off the subject but I just wanted to point that out
Someone's got too much time on their hands...
edit: yeah, the monolith look is pretty amazing. They just HAD to make it available only the 8GB model, though...
Has anyone noticed when custom installing iTunes a disabled module for a phone driver?
I know is off the subject but I just wanted to point that out
This is for phones like the Motorola ROKR that have iTunes support. It shouldn't be taken to mean there is an iPhone on the way.
I want to see one turned on so I can see what the screen looks like.
I would like to see that too.
I would also like to see 8gb in colors.
I want to see one turned on so I can see what the screen looks like.
see here for the green one turned on. You'll have to scroll a bit, though, and the picture isn't the greatest.
Can you do anything for us about this, Kasper?
*provided you are talking about the computer components and haven't made up another synonym for breasts.
i love it... with fake photoshopped blur effects and all.
I believe it's a macro lens. Extremely close to the subject = shallow depth of field. Also called Bokeh.
When I use headphones or earbuds I can only listen to lossless formats (I'm used to portable CD players), so 8GB is really a minimum for me.
(((((( Come on Steve! ))))))
I personally don't like the black (and one "hands-on" review said it shows fingerprints very distinctly). So many people have waited for a higher capacity nano, and now there's only one choice. They should at least offer silver, which was the most popular mini color. How about 2GB and 8GB nanos in silver and black, and 4GB in all colors?
When I use headphones or earbuds I can only listen to lossless formats (I'm used to portable CD players), so 8GB is really a minimum for me.
How about 2, 4 and 8GB Nanos in all colors...
I want to see one turned on so I can see what the screen looks like.
Old and new nano side by side:
http://forums.appleinsider.com/showp...9&postcount=73