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Apple Releases iPod Classic

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Apple released the iPod Classic at the "Beat Goes On" special media event today, revamping what was the current full-size iPod in the lineup. It features a thinner, full metal body. Capacity has been increased to either 80GB or 160GB versions. Specs are as follows:

80GB - $249
160GB - $349
- 40 hrs music playback, 7 hrs video playback
Available today

80GB iPod (Black), 80GB iPod (White) - now available on Amazon

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248 months ago
I have a feeling the classic line will suffer in sales when there is the iPod touch line now
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248 months ago
It's now called the iPod classic and is not a touch screen model.

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