iPod Touch discussion

Over at the Futureshop Community Forums, there's an interesting back-and-forth about the pros and cons of the new iPod Touch.

The usual Apple-haters are there, as are the Apple advocates, but generally people seem excited about the touch screen functionality.

My issue is that I have a Mac computer, but can't find a PDA that properly syncs with my calendar and address book. All the Palms and HPs work fine with Windows machines, but they don't sync with Macs very well.

The iPhone looks to change that. But until they become available in Canada, maybe the iPod Touch will at least let me get rid of one device.

But the price is a bit high for me to just get one on a whim. More research required.


BREAKFAST: boiled egg, toast, and cantaloupe

Apple reveals new iPods

Okay, I've had a couple of iPods in my time, and it looks like I'll have to get another one.

Apple today announced new iPods, including a new iPod Nano that has a colour screen and video capability.

But the iPod that'll have me running after it is the iPod Touch.

It's like having an iPhone without messing around with any of that phone stuff.

But seriously, the iPod Touch has the same touch screen interface as the phone, and the same video ability, and the same screen, and the same slickness.

And it's got Wi-Fi, too.

The two models come in 8GB and 16GB capacities. I'm not sure why they don't have the 80GB or 160GB capacity of the iPod Classic models. Anyone out there know why?

These babies are supposedly going to be available at the end of September. Sweet.


LUNCH: smoked turkey sandwich and a crisp, new crop Gala apple