Apple launched its portable media player, iPod touch 6th generation in July 2015 and did not update the lineup after that. Recently, there were reports regarding the launch of iPod touch 7th generation and finally today, Apple has launched 2019 iPod touch with A10 Fusion processor, immersive augmented reality (AR) experiences, Group FaceTime and more
The new Apple iPod touch is powered by Apple’s A10 Fusion chip, and it is the same one found on the iPhone 7 that was launched in 2016. This new iPod touch comes in three storage variants namely 32GB, 128GB, and 256GB. While the A10 Fusion chip might be old, it is capable of handling new features which were previously unavailable on the iPod touch.
According to Apple, it is introducing immersive augmented reality (AR) experiences and Group FaceTime for the first time on iPod. The company is also introducing the iPod touch in a new 256GB storage variant giving users plenty of space to store music, videos, etc. Aside from the A10 Fusion chip and the new 256GB capacity, the rest of the design remains the same. The same 4-inch display with bezels, home button, and cameras make a return on the new iPod touch.
Apart from this, Apple is also giving more focus to its upcoming ‘Apple Arcade’ gaming subscription service as a key part of the new iPod touch. It says that games on the new iPod touch will run even smoother and will look even more beautiful. It also brings fun and productive AR experiences across gaming, education and web browsing.
Pricing and Availability
The new iPod touch comes in space grey, white, gold, blue, pink and (PRODUCT)RED color options and the price starts at Rs. 18,900 for the 32GB model, Rs. 28,900 for the 128GB model and Rs. 38,900 for the 256GB model. It is available to order starting today from apple.com and in the Apple Store app in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, UAE, UK and US.
Commenting on the launch, Greg Joswiak, Apple’s vice president of Product Marketing said:
We’re making the most affordable iOS device even better with the performance that is twice as fast as before, Group FaceTime and augmented reality starting at just $199. The ultra-thin and lightweight design of iPod touch have always made it ideal for enjoying games, music and so much more wherever you go.