However, I would like to say that for the iPod Touch IS one of my favourite gadgets. Here are some reasons. Besides the fact that it looks great, it is also extremely user-friendly. This includes wifi connection and Internet access (which I depend solely on my iPod Touch for, although I also have a wifi-capable phone). Connecting to a wifi network is a snap, and navigating online is not a problem at all, unlike some other gadgets that I have tried and immensely disliked.

Music quality is great, even with non-Apple earbuds. It is great that the lock function is located on the power button, so you only need to press it to lock it, unlike the previous iPod Video where it was a slide tab affair on the top. 32gb is plenty of space for my videos and music too. Stability is not an issue with this, as it was with my previous iPod Video and two iPod minis (yes I am an iPod junkie, just a little bit).

Aesthetically, the iPod Touch is a great looking chrome edged and backed device. The black polished surface looked like a scratch/fingerprint trap so I got a silicon case to prevent unnecessary damage (which also proved good as a shock absorber, I do have a bit of a butterfingers reputation).

I also use this as a hard disk drive when I don’t have an alternative. Not the most convenient hard disk drive if you’re not the type to bring the USB cable around when travelling. I have had some issues with the ease of syncing documents/photos stored in the iPod to my laptop, so I seldom use it as a hard disk anymore.

Anyway, this performs its function great as an mp3 player, no problems stability-wise, and it’s also good for accessing the Net in a jiffy.

Rating: 9