Keeping the 16 GB model and pushing the 64 and 128GB versions down to where the 32 and 64 GB were selling at is in a way Apple lowering their prices without really coming out and saying so.
I guess they’re keeping the 16 GB model around in part for governmental/enterprize/institutional purposes. If you’re issueing an employee or contractor or student a tablet or phone, might as well make it the lowest capacity one since it would be for work/scholarly related activities and there wouldn’t be a need for all that storage for personal stuff. I’m just thinking out loud though. Either way, you’d be buying the 64GB version be it the iPhone, iPad or Touch at what used to be the 32GB model’s price so that’s a solid deal all things considered. From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mary Otten Sent: Thursday, July 16, 2015 6:49 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Apple unveils all-new iPod touch with 64-bit Apple A8 chip, M8 motion coprocessor, 8MP camera, and Apple Music – MacDailyNews - Welcome Home Thanks, Richard. I had not seen the 32 GB model even mentioned. I'd still like to see that 16 GB model go away in all the Apple products. But, at least 32 maybe making a return. I will look into this griffin case, which I have never seen. Mary Sent from my iPhone On Jul 16, 2015, at 6:07 PM, Richard Turner <richardturne...@outlook.com> wrote: Hi, According to the web site the prices are: 16 GB, $199 32 GB, $249 64 GB, $299 And 128 GB, $399. So, it looks like they are bringing back the 32 GB for the Touch. I was surprised how much the sound improved with a case like the Griffin Survivor. But, again, sound is extremely subjective. Good luck, Richard From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mary Otten Sent: Thursday, July 16, 2015 12:42 PM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Apple unveils all-new iPod touch with 64-bit Apple A8 chip, M8 motion coprocessor, 8MP camera, and Apple Music – MacDailyNews - Welcome Home The size of the touch is definitely a plus. If they had a 32 GB model instead of 16, for $200, I might go for it. The theory would be that I would use my phone a lot less, therefore the battery lasts longer and I might actually save some money in the long run. But 16 GB? I don't think so. Interesting about the possibility of improving the sound with a good case. I never had a case for my original touch. The other interesting thing is this new development with Kay and FB and the real possibility of scanning multiple pages at one go. I wonder how that will work, and I wonder which stand they were using. Mary Sent from my iPhone On Jul 16, 2015, at 12:08 PM, Richard Turner <richardturne...@outlook.com> wrote: The Touch was never designed to be an even moderately good sounding device on its own. The case one chooses can make a difference however. I had the Griffin Surviver case and it added quite a bit to the sound. Now, I would opt for good headphones or the Sound Brick bluetooth speaker. This is why all this is so individual. I have no use for the screen size of the Mini, so I may well buy a new touch for music and books since even the iPhone 5S speaker is nothing to write hime about. JMO, Richard On Jul 16, 2015, at 10:32 AM, Mary Otten <motte...@gmail.com> wrote: Both of those changes you would have liked would definitely make the touch more attractive. But, since it is the same case, maybe they couldn't put a bigger battery. Don't know about the speaker. But the speaker has always been a real downside to the touch in my opinion. I don't expect high fidelity, but something with a little bit more body to it would be nice. Mary Sent from my iPhone On Jul 16, 2015, at 6:30 AM, Russ Kiehne <russ94...@gmail.com> wrote: >From what I gather, this all-new iPod touch Still uses the same battery as the >5th generation I pod touch. It still uses the same speaker as the 5th >generation ipod touch. I was hoping Apple would have used a larger battery >and the same speaker as used in the Iphone. From: christopher hallsworth <mailto:challswor...@icloud.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 15, 2015 8:48 AM To: Viphone <mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com> Subject: Apple unveils all-new iPod touch with 64-bit Apple A8 chip, M8 motion coprocessor, 8MP camera, and Apple Music – MacDailyNews - Welcome Home http://macdailynews.com/2015/07/15/apple-unveils-all-new-ipod-touch-with-64-bit-apple-a8-chip-m8-motion-coprocessor-8mp-camera-and-apple-music/ Apple unveils all-new iPod touch with 64-bit Apple A8 chip, M8 motion coprocessor, 8MP camera, and Apple Music Apple today introduced and all-new iPod touch and unveiled a new lineup of colors for all iPod models, including space gray, silver, gold, pink and blue. The ultra-portable iPod touch features a new 8 megapixel iSight camera, an improved FaceTime HD camera, the Apple-designed A8 chip with 10 times faster graphics performance for a more immersive gaming experience, and even better fitness tracking with the M8 motion coprocessor. With the newly launched Apple Music service, members can enjoy playlists curated by the most talented music experts from around the world, stay in-the-know on music culture with a global 24/7 broadcast on Beats 1 radio, and comment on or like backstage photos and videos shared directly by their favorite artists on Connect. “iPod touch gives customers around the world access to Apple Music, the App Store and iOS, the world’s most advanced mobile operating system, starting at just $199,” said Greg Joswiak, Apple’s vice president of iPhone, iPod and iOS Product Marketing, in a statement. “With big advancements like the A8 chip and the 8 megapixel iSight camera, customers can experience next-level gameplay, take even more beautiful photos and enjoy their favorite music, TV shows and movies.” <https://macdailynews.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/150715_ipod_touch.jpg> <150715_ipod_touch.jpg> Apple’s all-new iPod touch with 64-bit Apple A8 chip, M8 motion coprocessor, 8MP camera, and Apple Music With the A8 chip, the same used in the revolutionary iPhone 6 and flagship iPhone 6 Plus, users can play even more immersive games for hours at a time, all the while with great battery life. iPod touch has become one of the world’s most loved mobile gaming experiences — its 4-inch Retina display and rich collection of gaming titles are further enhanced with incredible graphics performance and thousands of Metal-optimized games. With the advanced iSight and FaceTime HD cameras, iPod touch owners, for the first time, can have fun with popular features including slo-mo and burst mode, while capturing memories and everyday moments with gorgeous photos and videos. Three times faster Wi-Fi lets customers stay in touch with friends and family through FaceTime calls, and download movies and TV shows with ease. <https://macdailynews.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/150715_ipod_nano.jpg> <150715_ipod_nano.jpg> Apple’s iPod nano in new colors The App Store on iPod touch, available in 155 countries, gives users access to 1.5 million apps across 24 categories. iPod touch is also the perfect way to carry your music collection in your pocket. iTunes boasts the world’s largest music catalog, and with Apple Music, customers have access to the revolutionary streaming music service, Beats 1, Apple’s first ever live radio station, and Connect, where artists can communicate directly to fans. Apple Music is available on iPod touch through the Music app — users are invited to a 3-month trial, after which a $9.99/month membership fee will apply. There is a family plan providing service for up to six family members available for $14.99/month. iPod touch comes with iOS 8 and a collection of powerful built-in apps. Send unlimited voice and video text messages through iMessage over Wi-Fi, quickly make edits to your photos with the Photos app and keep track of your fitness and wellness with the Health app. With Family Sharing, up to six family members can share purchases from iTunes, iBooks and the App Store, along with photos and calendars. Parents can also create Apple IDs for children which includes Ask to Buy where parental permission is required for all purchases. <https://macdailynews.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/150715_ipod_shuffle.jpg> <150715_ipod_shuffle.jpg> Apple’s iPod shuffle in new colors The new iPod touch starts at US$199 for the 16GB model, $249 for 32GB and $299 for 64GB, and the entire iPod family in its five new colors is available starting today through the Apple Online Store, Apple’s retail stores and select Apple Authorized Resellers. For the first time, iPod touch is available in a 128GB model for $399 through Apple Retail Stores and the Apple Online Store, along with the (PRODUCT)RED lineup. iPod touch requires a Wi-Fi connection or a Mac or PC; USB 2.0 port; Mac OS X v10.7.5 or later; Windows 7, Windows 8 or later; and iTunes 12.2 or later. An Apple ID is required for some iPod touch features. More info via Apple.com here <https://www.apple.com/ipod/> . 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