iPod 6th Gen 2015

At a glance, the iPod touch 6th Gen models might be mistaken for the previous 5th Gen, but internally, the 6th Gen is a significantly different device.

The iPod touch 6th Gen models each feature a 4" widescreen multi-touch IPS "retina" display (1136x640, 326 ppi) and dual cameras: an 8-megapixel rear "iSight" camera with LED flash capable of 1080p video, and a 1.2-megapixel front "FaceTime HD" 720p camera. They support Bluetooth 4.1 and 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi, in addition to the expected AirPlay, Siri, music, photo, video, and iOS app functionality.

Internally, this model is driven by a 1.1 GHz dual-core A8 processor, has 1 GB of RAM, and was available with 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, or 128 GB of flash storage. Apple's estimated battery life is 40 hours of music playback and 8 hours of video playback.

The iPod touch 6th Gen models use aluminum "unibody" cases offered in six colors: a dark "space gray," gold, silver, hot pink, blue, and red. The "space gray" version has a black glass front, while the other five colors have white glass fronts.

Released after a nearly three-year gap, the 6th generation iPod touch was met with enthusiasm, primarily for its massive internal upgrade. [17] The leap to the A8 chip, the same processor found in the iPhone 6, brought a dramatic boost in performance, making it a highly capable gaming device and ensuring smooth operation for demanding apps. [3, 15] This performance jump was the most celebrated feature, transforming the user experience. The camera also received a significant upgrade to 8 megapixels, delivering much sharper and more detailed photos. [7, 16] While the external design remained largely unchanged from its predecessor, retaining the slim, lightweight build and 4-inch display, the internal overhaul was so substantial that it was hailed as a powerful and worthwhile update, breathing new life into the iPod lineup. [16]