Thin is in

By Jeremy Chau, staff writer
Thursday, September 28, 2006

This is not original reporting. All information has been compiled from a review by James Kim on CNet.com. The Wired Baron is a public forum for student expression.

Bigger is not always better and you can give credit to Apple. Newer, thinner, and now in 5 stylish colors, the upgraded iPod Nano has been brought to the display cases, setting new heights on the technological ladder of expectations.

At only 3.5 inches across, 1.6 inches long, and .27 inches thin, it is the world's first 4 gigabyte flash player, which means that it can get knocked about and still maintain the music quality without skipping a beat.

The new mp3 player comes with the usual features found in all other iPods along with a few new additions and modifications. The Nano now comes in the colors of your choice: Black, Blue, Green, Pink, or Silver. With a stopwatch and a screen lock, the Nano will tend to all of your utility needs and desires.

Another new entity to the iPod Nano is its capability to store and display song lyrics while you're listening. These can be found on the iTunes Music store, which has the world's largest music selection, giving further compatibility to all your musical needs.

When Apple dubbed the Nano “Remastered,” they weren't kidding. The 24-hour battery life will surely satisfy your music needs much longer than its iPod ancestors. Like its cousin the Ipod Mini, the Nano also has an aluminum body that aren't susceptible to those hairline scratches.

Running between 150 to 250 dollars the iPod Nano might be a little on the pricey side, depending on how much memory you wish for. However, it would be worth every penny.

The Apple Company has released yet another iPod product and it's expected to be a hit. Coming out just before the holidays, this new mini music player is anticipated by many new buyers and will help keep Apple stay as the market's leading source of digital audio players.