The 3G iPod touch is even more powerful than the 2G iPod touch, with a faster, more efficient processor, twice as much system memory, and improved graphics.

In most respects, the 3G iPod touch hardware matches the iPhone 3GS. It was the last iPod touch with a 480 x 320 display.

Hardware Overview

Models

• Announced: 2009.09.09 at $299 (32 GB) and $399 (64 GB)
• Included accessories: earbuds, USB 2.0 30-pin dock cable, dock connector, stand, polishing cloth
• Code name: N18
• Identifier: iPod3,1
• Model number: A1318
• Product numbers: MC008 (32 GB), MC011 (64 GB)

Technology

• CPU: 833 MHz Samsung ARM Cortex-A8 clocked at 600 MHz
• RAM: 256 MB
• Architecture: 32-bit
• Audio chip: Cirrus Logic CS4398
• Graphics engine: PowerVR SGX535
• Display: 3.5″ 320 x 480 pixel 18-bit multitouch screen
• Camera: none
• Sensors: accelerometer, ambient light

Connectivity

• I/O port: 30-pin dock connector
• WiFi: 802.11b/g
• Bluetooth: 2.1+EDR
• Wireless data: none
• GPS: WiFi-assisted GPS

Power

• Battery: 789 mAh lithium ion
• Charge time: about 4 hours (2 hour fast charge to 80% capacity)
• Battery life:
  • Video: up to 6 hours
  • Audio: up to 30 hours

Compatibility

• Original OS: iPhone OS 3.1
• Maximum OS: iOS 5.1.1
• iTunes Versions: iTunes 9 and later.
• Mac OS Required: OS X 10.4.11 or later
• Windows Versions Supported: Vista, XP Home or Professional SP 3 or later

Dimensions and Weight

• Dimensions: 4.3″ x 2.4″ x 0.33″
• Weight: 4.05 oz.

Further Reading

• Best iPod touch Prices, best online deals on iPhones.
• iPod touch, Wikipedia
• iPod touch (3rd generation), apple-history.com

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