The Apple iPod 6^th Generation is one of the devices that has received immense attention from consumers, tech gurus, and Apple's competitors because of its features. The gadget has an Apple A8 processor, aided by an Apple M8 for motion-specific computations. Although, the processor is only running at 1.1 GHz, as opposed other Apple devices such as the iPhone 6/6 Plus which runs at 1.4 GHz. Though it has double the storage space compared to the iPod Touch 5^th generation, the 1 GB of RAM is still somewhat low for current standards on the mobile market.

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Similarities: iPod Touch 6^th Generation and 5^th Generation

Dimensions, Weight, Display Screen:

The 6th-generation iPod touch has a similar size to the 5th-gen Touch, and a nearly indistinguishable exterior. Both have a weight of about 88 grams, and a four-inch display screen. Both of these devices operate on iOS 8 software and have almost similar color options apart from the golden 6^th generation of which there's none for the 5^th generation iPod Touch.

Differences between the 5^th and 6^th Generation iPod Touch

According to a statement by gizmag, the newer model has a higher battery life and upgraded cameras that enables users use the device for a longer time as well as take clear photos or even shoot clearer videos. Apple iPod Touch 6^th Generation has a battery life of 1043 mAh while its 5^th Generation counterpart has 1039 mAh only. The rear camera has 8 MP resolution previous four iPhone categories (starting with the iPhone 4s) have had.

What Next? Buy?

I Fixit Staff stated in their press release that since 2012, there has not been any other iPod Touch unveiled, and a closer analysis of the 6^th Generation iPod Touch was necessary. Their findings, through a step-by-step teardown of the iPod, revealed the processor type, the battery used and other nitty-gritty details that can be found on their website. The findings indicate that there are no major differences between the 5^th and 6^th generations of these devices. However, since they have slightly similar starting prices at about $200, getting an iPod 6^th Generation would be preferred because of the few improvements on the camera, storage space, and processing speed.

Master Herald notes that buyers also get concrete software for their player requirements, as the iPod Touch offers all one would expect from a handy multimedia gadget while also being good for additional purposes like mobile gaming and watching movies. It appears from the featured of the 6^th Generation device that Apple is considering the expansion of the iPod line as a more general multimedia device for Apple customers.

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