Apple has recently released the 7th generation of its iPod Touch, and there are a lot of factors that make it a solid and reliable device, particularly for music lovers or individuals who like to keep their media separate from their smartphone.

Design and Display

In the past, Apple has generally remained faithful to the design of the iPod Touch, but the 7th generation model does see a few changes. The device’s overall shape has stayed the same, but the back of the device now has a matte finish and there are now six color choices to choose from. The display is still 4 inches and has a resolution of 1136 x 640, which may seem small when compared to the screens on many smartphones, but is adequate for the iPod Touch’s purpose.

Performance and Battery Life

Since the iPod Touch is a smaller device and not intended to have all the features of a smartphone, its processing power isn’t quite as advanced as something like the latest iPhone. However, the new generation does adopt the A10 Fusion chip, which is a powerful upgrade from the previous generation’s A8 chip. It makes the iPod Touch snappier and more responsive. The battery life is also pretty solid, allowing for up to 40 hours of music playback and up to 8 hours of video playback.

Camera

The 7th generation iPod Touch features a rear-facing 8-megapixel camera, which is a step up from the 5-megapixel camera of the previous generation. The front-facing camera is the same 1.2-megapixel camera from the 6th generation, but it is still capable of taking decent quality selfies.

Other Features

Apart from the upgrade in processing power, the 7th generation iPod Touch also comes with the latest version of IOS and includes features such as Siri, iMessage, and the app store. Additionally, it comes with Apple Music, which is a great way to stream songs if you don’t already have a music collection stored on the device.

Pricing

The 7th generation iPod Touch starts at $199 for the 32GB model, $299 for the 128GB model, and $399 for the 256GB model, which is a bit steep for a device that doesn’t have as many features as a smartphone.

Final Thoughts

Overall, the 7th generation of the Apple iPod Touch is a great choice for individuals who want a device for listening to songs, browsing the internet or taking photos that isn’t their primary smartphone. The improved processing power, solid battery life, and updated design make it a device worth considering. However, the high pricing compared to other iPod’s or iPod Touch models may discourage some users from investing in it.