Apple iPod Classic / 6th Generation

Apple iPod Classic / 6th Generation

The 6th Generation iPod Classic is among Apple’s full-sized iPod line of multimedia devices. It was with this generation that the “Classic” suffix was added to the model name. The 6th Generation Apple iPod Classic was released on September 5, 2007 and was the first generation to feature an anodized aluminum front plate rather than the previous models’ polycarbonate plastic material.

The 6th Generation Apple iPod Classic measures 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.41 inches and weighs 4.9 ounces. It comes with a built-in Li-ion battery that takes about 4 hours to charge. The 80 gigabyte version can last up to 30 hours of audio playback and up to 5 hours of video playback while the 160 gigabyte version can last up to 40 hours of audio playback and 7 hours of video playback.

The gadget features a 2.5-inch QVGA (320 x 240 pixels) full color LCD display with LED backlight. It is available in 80 and 160 gigabyte versions in either silver or black. The silver color of this generation replaced the brand’s “Signature iPod White” color.

Apple approximates that the 160 gigabyte version can store up to 40,000 audio files and 200 hours of video files. It supports skip-free playback of a number of audio formats including AAC, protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), Apple Lossless, WAV, and AIFF. It also supports a large number of video formats. Apart from this, the device can also be used to sync up to 25,000 iPod-viewable photos. The gadget also features the “Cover Flow” interface for managing and flipping through files and digital media using cover art.

The 6th Generation Apple iPod Classic is compatible with Mac OS X v10.4.8 or later with iTunes 7.4 or later installed. It can be also used with Windows Vista or Windows XP Home or Professional with SP2 or later.