When the 4th generation of Apple iPod was launched, people speculated changes here and there. Btu Apple did not make any of the speculation comes true. And there was no need either, for the gadgets have made a huge success and no one has really beaten the company at the portable-audio-player game yet. But nonetheless the new iPod is not a flawless picture, there are sure some issues.

To begin with, the new Apple iPod distorts sometime quite heavily, when the users are using the EQ settings. The harmonic distortion is minimum really with sans EQ but most of the audio setting becomes a little distorted at higher notes. The Bass response is at practically lower limit as most music, it is about 5 dB down at 40 Hz. In tune with its important feature, the device has integrated click wheel and buttons – sure an improvement over separate buttons. The big iPods now recharge from USB, and battery life is up to around 12 hours.

Another reason why an Apple iPhone has ruled the roost, is the large number of after market products and accessories. There is without doubt much more available than any of the other large hard drive player out there. You can extend the capability of the hardware and software to make possible the PDA functions. Also, you can perform thrilling games, interesting recordings, wireless transition etc. The Apple iPhone is also very trendy and stylish. It is available in many colours, which are vibrant and energetic – something that is just apt to signify the power and pulse of a musical device.

The Apple iPhone is a cult, is a social phenomenon. It is something the Mtv generation identifies with and feels one with. This robust device has millions of pleased and satisfied users, and despite the flaw of some audio distortion, there has been a huge fan following.