6th Generation MP3 Players
There are times when you might prefer using an MP3 player to enjoying music on your phone. An MP3 player is often smaller than a phone and specifically built to be convenient for exercising. Perhaps you are interested in preserving memory and battery life on your phone by offsetting your music to an MP3 player. Some secure environments allow MP3 players but not connected devices like phones.
How to pick the right MP3 player
When shopping for an MP3 player on eBay, it is important to consider how you will be using the device.
- Are you going to use the device while running or swimming? You should look for a small, wearable model MP3 that is waterproof. Consider finding a model with buttons that are easy to use without looking.
- Will you use your MP3 6th generation for something besides listening to music? Some models allow you to read books, browse the web, and even watch movies. Look for an Apple iPod Touch 6th generation with a higher amount of storage capacity if you are going to watch a lot of movies.
- What network connection do you need? An iPod 6th generation can download content over a USB 2.0, USB 2.0 mini, micro-USB, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi.
If you are looking for a cheap iPod 6th generation, you might explore manufacturer refurbished, or seller refurbished models. Purchasing an Open Box model is also a way to get an inexpensive Apple iPod Touch 6th generation. You may want to buy a used iPod Touch when you need parts for repair.
How much storage and processing power is available on an iPod Touch 6th generation?The 6th generation iPod runs on a 1.4 GHz 64-bit dual-core ARMv8-A CPU known as "Typhoon." The iPod has 1GB of memory and is available with 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, or 128GB of flash memory for storage. What other brands of MP3 players are available with similar features to the iPod Touch 6th Generation?
SanDisk, Onkyo, and Sony offer MP3 players with features similar to the iPod 6th generation. The SanDisk Clip Sport Plus is optimized for running. Onkyo’s DP-X1A provides a high-end audio experience. For a first-time MP3 buyer, a Sony NW-A45 might be the most ideal choice.
What new features are available in the 6th generation of MP3 players?The slim and lightweight 6th generation iPod includes all of the features from earlier models such as a 4-inch high-resolution retina display, support for Siri and Facetime, and two cameras. Both models offer 40 hours of music playback and eight hours of video. The new 6th generation features are:
- A8 processor and M8 motion co-processor
- 8-megapixel camera
- Max 128GB storage capacity
- Support for iOS 10, 11 and 12