New iPods Announced

 Apple today announced a new iPod mini lineup with a new 4GB model priced at US$199 and a new 6GB model with 50 percent more storage priced at $249. Both iPod mini models feature increased battery life of up to 18 hours. “The iPod mini is now available at the magic price point of $199,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. “At this breakthrough price point, and with more than twice the battery life, the new iPod mini should appeal to even more music lovers.”

Apple also today updated its iPod photo lineup by introducing a new slim 30GB model, holding up to 7,500 songs, for US$349 and a new 60GB model, holding up to 15,000 songs, for $449. “Designed to take your entire music and photo libraries with you wherever you go, both iPod photo models feature a stunning high-resolution color screen for displaying photos and enhancing the entire iPod music experience.” Both models will feature the ability to import photos from a digital camera via the new iPod Camera Connector for instant viewing and slide show playback on iPod photo.