Apple unveil video iPod

Added 14-10-2005

- Steve Jobs with the new video iPod

Apple looks set to conquer the world of portable video with the launch of its video iPod. Apple is will provide more than 2,000 music videos in it's iTunes online music store. Apple hope this new generation of iPod's will give customers more flexibility.

And to be able to watch TV programmes on their own terms. Podcasting could also be on the verge of a video revolution, with outspoken commentary, religious sermons and pornography now being available on video as well as audio formats.

Apple boss Steve Jobs said,

"Millions of people around the world will buy this new iPod to play music. Therefore it will quickly become the most popular portable video player in history,"

There are rival video players however. The Zen Vision has a 3.7 inch display compared to just 2.5 inches of the iPod. While the Archos AV 500 boasts an eye popping four inches. The 30GB video iPod will be £219, and the 60GB version £299.

However Apple could soon be rolling out even better value upgraded versions, and probably with a bigger display. Apple can also expect competition from Sony, their video Walkman is in the pipeline, and they have a Vaio portable in Japan.

Apple's trump card could be their iTunes music store. They have signed deals with ABC already, so people can buy shows like Desperate Housewifes or Lost.