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{{Information appliance| title=iPod photo |
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|image =[[Image:Ipod4g.JPG|200px]] |
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|type = Digital Audio Player |
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|manufacturer = [[Apple Computer]] |
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|connectivity = [[USB]] 2.0/[[FireWire]] |
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|lifespan = [[October 26]], [[2004]]-[[June 28]], [[2005]] |
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|media = 20/30/40/60 GB |
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|camera = None |
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|operatingsystem = iPod photo 1.2.1 (as of [[November 6]], [[2006]]) |
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|input = [[iPod#User interfaces|Click wheel]] |
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|power = [[Lithium-ion battery]] (15 hours) |
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|cpu = [[PortalPlayer]] PP5020 |
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|display = 2 [[inch|in]] diagonal LCD at 220 x 176 [[pixel|px]] |
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}} |
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'''iPod photo''' is a digital media player released under Apple's [[iPod]] product line in [[2004]]. Shortly thereafter, the standard fourth-generation iPod was updated with photo/color capability, thus discontinuing iPod photo. Although many mistake this updated version for the [[iPod (5G)|fifth-generation iPod]], it was actually generation-4.5. Still, many also mistake this updated version for a separate brand of iPod altogether, similar to the confusion caused by the "video iPod." In fact, this updated version was an updated version of the ''standard'' iPod line. |
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==Overview== |
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In addition to being a [[digital audio player]], like other iPods, the iPod photo allowed users to store and display color photos. Originally named '''iPod Photo''', with a capital "P", it was quietly renamed '''iPod photo''' in November [[2004]], with the second word no longer capitalized, apparently to bring it in line with the naming scheme of [[iPod mini]] and [[iPod shuffle]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/news/comments/apple-changes-ipod-photo-to-ipod-photo/|title=Apple changes iPod Photo to ‘iPod photo’|author=Larry Angell|work=ilounge.com|year=[[November 16]], [[2004]]|accessdate=2006-09-27 }}</ref> On [[June 28]], [[2005]], the iPod photo line was merged with the existing iPod line, giving all full size iPods the same features and color screen as iPod photo; the iPod photo line then ceased to exist under that name. |
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iPod photo's design was nearly identical to the fourth-generation iPod, storing media on a [[hard drive]] and synchronizing with the user's [[personal computer|computer]] over [[FireWire]] or [[USB]] 2.0.<ref name="PR041026"/> However, unlike earlier models which had [[monochrome]] displays, its 220x176-[[pixel]] [[LCD]] was capable of displaying up to 65,536 colors.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://news.com.com/2100-1027_3-5427237.html|title=Apple unveils color iPod, U2 edition|author=Ina Fried|coauthors=John Borland|work=CNET News.com|year=[[October 26]], [[2004]]|accessdate=2006-09-27}}</ref> |
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[[iTunes]] was used to synchronize music and photos from the computer. Photos were displayable either on the built-in display, or on a TV with an additional TV [[cable]].<ref name="PR041026"/> Before iTunes gained the photo-syncing capability in version 4.8, users would use Apple's [[iPhoto]] on the [[Apple Macintosh|Macintosh]], or [[Adobe Photoshop]] Album 2.0 or Photoshop Elements 3.0 on [[Microsoft Windows|Windows]].<ref name="PR041026"/> |
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==History and models== |
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Four models were available: |
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*20 GB |
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*30 GB, for [[United States dollar|US$]]349/[[pound sterling|GB£]]249/[[Euro|EU€]]389 (introduced [[February 23]], [[2005]]) |
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*40 GB, for US$499 (discontinued [[February 23]], [[2005]]) |
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*60 GB, for US$449/GB£309/EU€489 (originally US$599; accessories removed and price reduced [[23 February]] [[2005]]) |
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The iPod photo supported [[JPEG]], [[Windows bitmap|BMP]], [[GIF]], [[TIFF]], and [[PNG]] graphic file formats, and could be attached to a [[television]] or other external display for [[slideshow]]s. Apple's advertised [[battery (electricity)|battery]] life for continuous music playback was fifteen [[hour]]s, or five hours for a continuous slideshow with music. |
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The iPod photo was originally available in 40 GB and 60 GB models, which cost US$499 and US$599 respectively. On [[February 23]], [[2005]], Apple discontinued the 1.9 [[centimeter|cm]]-thick 40 GB model<ref name="PR050223">{{cite web|url=http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2005/feb/23ipodphoto.html|title=Apple Updates iPod photo Lineup|author=Apple Computer|work=apple.com|year=[[February 23]], [[2005]]|accessdate=2006-09-27}}</ref> and introduced a lower-priced (US$349) and slimmer (1.6 cm) 30 GB iPod photo. Additionally, it dropped the price of the 60 GB model (which had always been 1.9 cm thick) to US$449. However, the iPod dock and the [[FireWire]] and [[television]] video cables were sold separately. |
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On [[February 23]], [[2005]], Apple announced the iPod Camera Connector which promised users of iPod photo instant transfer of images from a USB-compatible [[digital camera]] to the iPod photo.<ref name="PR050223"/> The main difference between this and [[Belkin]]'s Digital Camera Link is that Apple's unit supports instant image viewing on the iPod photo after transfer without having to connect the iPod photo to a computer first. |
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On [[June 28]], [[2005]], the iPod photo and standard iPod were merged to create only one form of the white iPod. (Apple renamed it to the iPod with color display.) The two models in this lineup came in either 20 GB or 60 GB sizes, featured color screens, and natively supported the [[Podcast]]ing features built into Apple's iTunes 4.9 (released on the same day). The iPod photo name ceased to be official on that day despite the new models being functionally identical to the old models, except for the reduced hard drive capacity of the thinner iPod photo. |
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==References== |
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==External link== |
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*[http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/ iPod support site] at Apple |
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{{Apple hardware since 1998}} |
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[[Category:IPod]] |
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[[id:IPod photo]] |
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Revision as of 04:35, 7 September 2007
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| Manufacturer | Apple Computer |
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| Type | Digital Audio Player |
| Lifespan | October 26, 2004-June 28, 2005 |
| Media | 20/30/40/60 GB |
| Operating system | iPod photo 1.2.1 (as of November 6, 2006) |
| CPU | PortalPlayer PP5020 |
| Display | 2 in diagonal LCD at 220 x 176 px |
| Input | Click wheel |
| Camera | None |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0/FireWire |
| Power | Lithium-ion battery (15 hours) |
iPod photo is a digital media player released under Apple's iPod product line in 2004. Shortly thereafter, the standard fourth-generation iPod was updated with photo/color capability, thus discontinuing iPod photo. Although many mistake this updated version for the fifth-generation iPod, it was actually generation-4.5. Still, many also mistake this updated version for a separate brand of iPod altogether, similar to the confusion caused by the "video iPod." In fact, this updated version was an updated version of the standard iPod line.
Overview
In addition to being a digital audio player, like other iPods, the iPod photo allowed users to store and display color photos. Originally named iPod Photo, with a capital "P", it was quietly renamed iPod photo in November 2004, with the second word no longer capitalized, apparently to bring it in line with the naming scheme of iPod mini and iPod shuffle.[1] On June 28, 2005, the iPod photo line was merged with the existing iPod line, giving all full size iPods the same features and color screen as iPod photo; the iPod photo line then ceased to exist under that name.
iPod photo's design was nearly identical to the fourth-generation iPod, storing media on a hard drive and synchronizing with the user's computer over FireWire or USB 2.0.[2] However, unlike earlier models which had monochrome displays, its 220x176-pixel LCD was capable of displaying up to 65,536 colors.[3]
iTunes was used to synchronize music and photos from the computer. Photos were displayable either on the built-in display, or on a TV with an additional TV cable.[2] Before iTunes gained the photo-syncing capability in version 4.8, users would use Apple's iPhoto on the Macintosh, or Adobe Photoshop Album 2.0 or Photoshop Elements 3.0 on Windows.[2]
History and models
Four models were available:
- 20 GB
- 30 GB, for US$349/GB£249/EU€389 (introduced February 23, 2005)
- 40 GB, for US$499 (discontinued February 23, 2005)
- 60 GB, for US$449/GB£309/EU€489 (originally US$599; accessories removed and price reduced 23 February 2005)
The iPod photo supported JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, and PNG graphic file formats, and could be attached to a television or other external display for slideshows. Apple's advertised battery life for continuous music playback was fifteen hours, or five hours for a continuous slideshow with music.
The iPod photo was originally available in 40 GB and 60 GB models, which cost US$499 and US$599 respectively. On February 23, 2005, Apple discontinued the 1.9 cm-thick 40 GB model[4] and introduced a lower-priced (US$349) and slimmer (1.6 cm) 30 GB iPod photo. Additionally, it dropped the price of the 60 GB model (which had always been 1.9 cm thick) to US$449. However, the iPod dock and the FireWire and television video cables were sold separately.
On February 23, 2005, Apple announced the iPod Camera Connector which promised users of iPod photo instant transfer of images from a USB-compatible digital camera to the iPod photo.[4] The main difference between this and Belkin's Digital Camera Link is that Apple's unit supports instant image viewing on the iPod photo after transfer without having to connect the iPod photo to a computer first.
On June 28, 2005, the iPod photo and standard iPod were merged to create only one form of the white iPod. (Apple renamed it to the iPod with color display.) The two models in this lineup came in either 20 GB or 60 GB sizes, featured color screens, and natively supported the Podcasting features built into Apple's iTunes 4.9 (released on the same day). The iPod photo name ceased to be official on that day despite the new models being functionally identical to the old models, except for the reduced hard drive capacity of the thinner iPod photo.
References
- ^ Larry Angell (November 16, 2004). "Apple changes iPod Photo to 'iPod photo'". ilounge.com. Retrieved 2006-09-27.
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PR041026was invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ^ Ina Fried (October 26, 2004). "Apple unveils color iPod, U2 edition". CNET News.com. Retrieved 2006-09-27.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|year=(help); Unknown parameter|coauthors=ignored (|author=suggested) (help) - ^ a b Apple Computer (February 23, 2005). "Apple Updates iPod photo Lineup". apple.com. Retrieved 2006-09-27.
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External link
- iPod support site at Apple