Witness Once More: The New iPod Touch Appears
Ready, set, iPod enthusiasts! Buckle up for Apple's latest offering to the iPod touch family: a refresh, packing a slightly less ancient processor! Yes, you heard that right. After four long years, Apple's resurrecting its iPod touch with the A10 Fusion chip in tow. So, why the Excited emojis?
The revamped iPod touch (which raised eyebrows as a rumor before Apple's streaming event in March, where analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicted its arrival this year) boasts Group FaceTime, augmented reality support, and a starting price of $200. And just when you thought it couldn't get any better, Apple's introduced a 256GB option. Even more exciting? They mention the upgrades make it a solid choice for Apple Arcade, their upcoming service.
Wait, but stick with its 4-inch display, a relic of times past. The touch will lack Touch ID and Face ID, but there's good news: it comes with a headphone jack, and no USB-C rumors lurk in the shadows this time around.
So, Apple, why not just release a cheaper phone instead? That's a question many have pondered, especially in 2019. The obvious answer? It's ideal for children! It serves as a low-cost standalone device for video and mobile gaming, perfect for handing off to a small child without fear of iPhone-sized destruction or hefty repair bills.
But as we navigate the digital age, who exactly is the iPod touch 2019 for? It's a tough sell to convince anyone with a functional smartphone to join the touch bandwagon. Its appeal as a dedicated device for gaming and streaming media is merely a facade, as Wi-Fi exists, and users tethered to an iPod Touch can still access the internet when needed. Parents might even find themselves with a horde of tech-savvy tots, eager to explore the online world when given the opportunity.
Fairly enough, the iPod Touch once served as the gateway drug to Apple products for plenty of users. Still, the appeal of an iPod Touch in 2019 is not as compelling as it was in the past. And, while some may argue it could entice Android users to Apple's ecosystem withArcade, News+, and Apple Music, wouldn't an iPad or even a smartphone make for more logical choices?
In conclusion, Apple, if you're listening, perhaps consider resurrecting the iPod without the unnecessary features and returning its focus to music. Bring back a wearable, click-wheel iPod - a classic from yesteryears.
The A10 Fusion chip in the refreshed iPod touch signifies Apple's commitment to providing incremental improvements in tech for their products. Despite being overdue for an upgrade, the iPod touch 2019 still lacks modern features like Touch ID and Face ID. Some tech enthusiasts may welcome the revived iPod touch as an affordable alternative for children, offering a dedicated device for gaming and streaming media. However, the future of the iPod touch as a standalone device in the face of advanced smartphones and tablets remains uncertain.
