Apple iPod touch 32 GB (4th Generation) NEWEST MODEL

The iPod touch is frequently called an iPhone without the phone. However, until now there have been several other features also missing in the iPod touch besides the phone: a camera, GPS, magnetometer (compass), and some newer amenities from the iPhone 4: front-facing camera, high resolution "Retina display" as it has been dubbed, and the powerful 1GHz A4 processor--indeed a necessity to keep up with multitasking.

Having had a chance to spend a little time with a review model gives me a chance to share the experience with you a bit early (before my own arrives). I'll take you hands-on with the new model, plus I'll share from my past two years of iPod touch ownership altogether, especially for those who haven't yet owned (or been owned by) one of these mobile gems.

I've also hidden a treasure trove of info on how you can legitimately download tons of quality apps for free. First though, let's quickly cover what's new.

Faster 1GHz A4 Processor - to keep up with the high demands of multitasking
Ultra high resolution "Retina display" - packs a 960 x 640 resolution at 326 pixels per inch
15% larger battery - 3.44 Whr/930 mAh plays 7 hrs of video & 40 hrs of audio
Rear-facing camera - supports 960 x 720 sized photos (0.6 megapixels), plus 720p HD videos
Front-facing VGA-quality camera - VGA-quality is a resolution of 640 x 480 (0.3 megapixels)
3-Axis Gyroscope - allows for higher precision and more motion gestures
Wireless N - Connect faster and go farther than ever, with this WiFi device (requires a router with 802.11n)
Built in microphone - but Apple reverted back to using the remote- and mic-less earphones
Game Center - Apple's own social gaming platform
Sleep/Power Button - it's been moved to the right, but not improved beyond that
Thinner, lighter than ever

Note - Memory remains at the same 256MB despite several unconfirmed sources touting 512MB. There's also no vibrate module.

Unlike last year's iPod touch update, this one's a complete overhaul to the entire line. Last year, the new models didn't change in appearance. On the inside, faster processors and double-memory were added to the 32GB & 64GB models, but the 8GB got left out. Not this time. Buying the new 8GB iPod touch indeed gets you all the new goodies. You'll also pay thirty bucks more than before, so consider buying the 32GB model instead. You'll get 400% of the storage capacity for only 23% more coin!