iPhone 5 launch event: Apple unveils ‘thinner’ iPod Touch

After unveiling the much awaited iPhone 5, Apple in its September 12 event on Wednesday also showcased the 5^th generation iPod Touch. According to Apple, iPod Touch is ‘almost as thin’ as the iPod Nano, but comes with a touchscreen facility.

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Apple also claimed that it is the lightest iPod Touch that the company has created till date. With an increased battery life of up to 30 hours, the new iPod Touch is only 6.1 mm thin. It is based on the A5 chip and is therefore faster than its predecessor. It has been made out of high quality anodized aluminum.

The new iPod Touch has the same display as the iPhone 5, making it larger than the previous versions. It's the world's most popular player, but also the most popular game device, “ Apple claimed.

Apple has also built iSight camera into the iPod touch. It will also have autofocus and a flash. Another major upgradation is that the new iPod Touch will support Siri. Apple will offer the new iPod Touch in seven different colours.