Apple has just announced the release of the 6th generation of iPod Classic in global market. This new iPod boasts an all-metal case and either 80GB ($249) or 160GB ($349) of HDD. The 80GB one can last for up to 30 hours (music) / 6 hours (video), while the larger 160GB version can play music for up to 40 hours and video for up to 7 hours continuously. Other features, including display (2.5-inch) and supported formats (AAC, MP3, WAV, MP4, H.264), aren’t much different than its predecessors.

Oh and FYI, iPod Classic 80GB measures 103.5 x 61.8 x 10.5mm and weighs 140 grams, while iPod Classic 160 measures 103.5 x 61.8 x 13.5mm and weighs 162 grams.

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