As with all iPods, the second-generation model supports playback for MP3, AAC (including protected files), Audible, WAV, AIFF and Apple Lossless. There's still no support for WMA music files, but you can always convert your WMA tracks to MP3 within Apple's iTunes software.
If you're looking for a way to take video on-the-go, the touch has plenty to offer. You can load it with video podcasts, TV programmes and iTunes movie rentals, or watch endless amounts of free video clips using the included YouTube widget. Viewing angles seem better than the previous model, while colour balance and brightness seem about the same.
Apple rates the new iPod touch at 36 hours for music (up from the first-gen's 22 hours) and 6 hours of video (unchanged), although mileage will vary based on screen brightness and Wi-Fi usage. Historically, Apple's iPod battery estimates tend to be conservative.
Conclusion
We think the second-generation iPod touch is one of the best iPods ever made. Inside and out, it's in a league of its own in the world of portable entertainment. If you have an old, worn-out iPod and you're ready to upgrade, we think this new model should be your first consideration.
That said, if you already own an iPhone or an original iPod touch, it would be hard to justify buying the second-generation version. Also, if all you really want is a no-frills portable music player, upgrading is probably overkill.
Edited by Marian Smith
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Jordan Ewbank 24 February 2011
Good: Touch screen, Apps, iOS 4.2.1, Thin, Good design
Bad: Rubbish battery life, speaker, back scratches easily, can't multi-task
Comment: I've owned an iPod Touch 2G for 3 years now and it's latest for a long time and when I first bought one I was completely amazed by it because it was my first touch screen iPod. It's ashame that it's not powerfull enough to multi-task unlike other iOS devices.
Sahim Patel 5 February 2011
Good: Apps multitouch wifi gamescenter
Bad: Apple sold it as a 3rd gen 8gb but it's same as an iPod touch 2g
Comment: It is really good
dwikadamara 5 February 2011
Good: Touch screen, apps, wifi, and awesome design
Bad: The speaker, scratch magnet, and it's kinda "big" for sport usage
Comment: It's an awesome device. The design is great. Very useful.
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