Apple iPod touch

1. iLounge.com

Jeremy Horwitz at iLounge.com highly recommends the 32 GB iPod touch. Although the cameras aren't as good as the iPhone 4, Horwitz says the iPod touch has improved substantially over the model it replaced. It earns an overall A- rating.

Review: Apple iPod touch (Fourth-Generation), Jeremy Horwitz, Sept. 9, 2010

2. Laptop MagazineDetails/Subscribe

The Apple iPod touch receives an Editors' Choice award from Laptop Magazine. The touch reportedly has a host of new features and offers better performance overall. "Despite a few weaknesses, the new iPod touch creates even more distance between Apple and the rest of the field," Mark Spoonauer writes.

Review: Apple iPod touch (2010), Mark Spoonauer, Sept. 7, 2010

3. Anandtech.com

Anand Lai Shimpi says the iPod touch has made a number of improvements, including a slimmer design and new features. However, he says it is a little overpriced.

Review: Apple's iPod Touch (2010) Review, Not a Poor Man's iPhone 4, Anand Lai Shimpi, Sept. 9, 2010

4. CNET

CNET gives an Editors' Choice award to the new Apple iPod touch. "The iPod Touch is the best iPod yet, offering all the fun of the iPhone experience without a carrier contract or monthly bill," Donald Bell writes. Like most reviewers, he'd like to see integrated GPS and better cameras.

Review: Apple iPod touch 2010 (8GB), Donald Bell, Sept. 7, 2010

5. PCMag.comDetails/Subscribe

The iPod touch also receives an Editors' Choice award from PCMag.com. "The already superb iPod touch gets its most significant update in years," Tim Gideon writes. Gideon says the iPod touch is an excellent MP3 player and now has a bevy of additional features.

Review: Apple iPod touch (4th Gen. with Camera), Tim Gideon, Sept. 7, 2010

6. TrustedReviews.com

TrustedReviews.com gives its Recommended award to the iPod touch. Hugo Jobling says he thinks no other device can compare to the iPod touch, although he says it is expensive -- especially the 8 GB model.

Review: iPod touch 4th Gen (2010) Review, Hugo Jobling, Sept. 17, 2010

7. PC Pro

Jonathan Bray at PC Pro gives the iPod touch a Recommended award. High points include a great-looking display, thousands of apps and a camera. Although it's expensive, Bray says "there isn't anything else to rival it."

Review: Apple iPod touch (4th gen, 32GB) review, Jonathan Bray, Sept. 13, 2010

8. Audio/Video Revolution

Mike Flacy at Audio/Video Revolution says the iPod touch is noticeably faster than earlier models. He also says it's "well worth the upgrade" if you have a previous generation. However, you'll want to upgrade to better headphones.

Review: Apple iPod touch Review (2010), Mike Flacy, Sept. 9, 2010

9. WiredDetails/Subscribe

Wired gives the iPod touch an overall rating of 8 out of 10. Daniel Dumas says the iPod touch performs well with video and audio playback, and he likes the new FaceTime feature. However, he notes that the exterior attracts fingerprints and smudges.

Review: Multitasking 4th-Gen iPod touch is Finger-Swipin' Good, Daniel Dumas, Sept. 10, 2010

10. Engadget.com

Joshua Topolsky says the new iPod touch is "a product without a peer." The touch has made improvements over the previous generation, and performance is faster. However, he would like to see a higher-quality camera.

Review: iPod touch Review (2010), Joshua Topolsky, Sept. 7, 2010

11. Techland.com

"Now more than ever before is the right time to buy an iPod touch," Peter Ha writes at Techland.com. Although the camera is not on par with the iPhone 4, Ha says the iPod touch is now closer than ever to the popular smartphone.

Review: Apple iPod touch (2010) Review: Don't Want an iPhone? Get This!, Peter Ha, Sept. 15, 2010

12. IGN.com

Scott Lowe at IGN.com says the latest iPod touch is "the greatest iPod to date" and gives it an overall rating of 9 out of 10. Although he says the 8 GB model is too small, the 32 GB touch should offer enough storage for most users.

Review: Apple iPod touch Review, Scott Lowe, Sept. 9, 2010