Apple iPod classic (3rd Gen, 2003)

13063 reviews

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usability (3772)
price (2408)
design (1897)
performance (1297)
portability (826)

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reliability (555)
battery (411)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 13063 reviews of Apple iPod classic (3rd Gen, 2003). The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the portability and performance are on the whole positive. The design and price are also appreciated. There are some mixed opinions about the connectivity. Some have doubts about the battery and reliability.

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reliability, battery

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Apple iPod classic (3rd Gen, 2003) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Apple iPod classic (3rd Gen, 2003)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 587 user reviews of Apple iPod classic (3rd Gen, 2003) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the size and performance. The portability and design are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the connectivity and battery. Reviews about the reliability and price are different.

usability, design, portability, performance, size

battery, connectivity

84% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Apple iPod classic (3rd Gen, 2003)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 11876 user reviews of Apple iPod classic (3rd Gen, 2003) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Comments about the portability and performance are on the whole positive. The design and price also get good comments, whereas many are less positive about the reliability. Views about the connectivity and battery are mixed.

usability, price, design, performance, portability

reliability

73% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Apple iPod 15GB MP3 Player overview

Apple (M9460B/A-CPW) Digital Audio Player

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Expert review by : Stuart Miles (pocket-lint.com)

Apple iPod - 3rd Generation

With large storage MP3 players now not only here to stay, but fast becoming the mainstream, Apple, alongside its launch of the iTunes music downloading operation in the US has launched a new version of the iPod so you can store all your latest tracks...

Stylish design, fast transfer of songs to PC or Mac,

No docking station included in the box, PC users unable to dock and charge at same time

There’s no doubt that new iPod has all the smoothness of the previous version and the Apple brand. There’s also no doubt that this new version will also be a huge success with Apple users. PC users however are a lot more cynical, and while this new...

Oct, 2003

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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Apple - iPod

As you open the box of the new iPod, you have to remove a sealing sticker that carries the words 'Designed by Apple in California'. Of course the iPod is manufactured in the Far East, but ...

On the face of it an iPod is an expensive luxury, but that's crazy talk. This new version, compatible with both Mac and PC, offers excellent value for money and it is a pleasure to use. And, for the style-conscious, the white earphones mark you down as...

Jun, 2003

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Expert review by (cnet.com)

Apple iPod Classic ( third generation, 160GB, black)

Design Left virtually unchanged for years, the iPod Classic has truly become a distant relative to Apple's current lineup of predominantly touch-screen-based iPod media players. It's the only iPod left that bears the iconic click-wheel interface. It's...

The Apple iPod Classic offers a solid, understated design with an easy-to-use interface and unbelievably generous capacity.

EQ control is limited; the plastic screen is susceptible to scratching; and the only way to move media on and off the device is through iTunes.

The iPod Classic refines the formula that put the iPod on the map. None can match its combination of storage capacity, battery life, and intuitive user interface.

Dec, 2012

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Expert review by : Alexandra Krasne (pcworld.com)

Apple iPod - 3rd Gen. 20 GB MP3 Player (Apple-M9244LLA)

Photograph: Rick Rizner

Oct, 2003

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Expert review by : Alexandra Krasne (pcworld.com)

iPod - 3RD Gen. 20 GB Mp3 Player

The latest generation of Apple's sleek, white IPod has a slimmer body and a brighter display than the previous iteration. The $400 ($20 per gigabyte) 20GB version I tested is considerably pricier than the other hard-drive players I reviewed. For...

I tested the Windows version, which includes Musicmatch PC software for organizing your music and loading it onto the player; you can also use Musicmatch to rip songs from CDs. Musicmatch is easy to install, but it adds icons to your taskbar, desktop,...

Oct, 2003

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Expert review by : Troy Dreier (pcmag.com)

The Ultimate Listening Experience

May, 2003

Partner Source

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Expert review by : Vikram Chand (bayreviews.com)

Apple iPod 3rd Gen. 15 GB MP3 Player

The Best of The Best!

Small, light weight, and huge storage space...

Expensive!

Great music player, huge storage space, and all that for a huge price too.

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by (bayreviews.com)

Apple iPod 3rd Gen 15GB Player

I bought my own iPod about 2 years ago and I am still in love with it. I am thinking about paying the $100 for battery replacement program from Apple, but not now since I have a car charger.

Small, light weight, and huge storage space

Expensive

Great music player, huge storage space, and all that for a huge price too.

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by : Ameya Dalvi (techtree.com)

Apple iPod 15 GB

We met this bond girl almost a year and a half back. Now she's back and I will tell you what - she's lighter, more sophisticated, has better curves, and looks hotter than ever. Ladies and Gentlemen, say hello to the new generation Apple iPod.

May, 2004

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