Just because Apple’s released shiny new iPods doesn’t mean that there’s anything wrong with the old ones. So if you’re not quite in the market for a brand new model, there’s always the joy of discount refurbished models from the Apple Store.
Right now, if you pop over to the Apple Store’s refurbished deals page, you’ll find first-generation iPod touches going for $179, $239, and $319 for 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB respectively—a nice break if you don’t mind the older models. Likewise, 4GB third-generation nanos are going for $99 and 8GB models for $129, if you prefer that form factor.
And hey, did we mention they’re cheap?
The previous generation shuffles are also going for a decent price.
And, check out the Apple TV prices while you're there. That 160 GB for $279 is a steal.
I told you one of those purple shuffles would have my name on it (metaphorically speaking).