Apple to Unlock FM Radio on 3rd Generation iPod Touch

Have you heard the news that Apple to unlock FM radio on 3^rd Generation iPod Touch? This is the big news that many websites are reporting about the latest generation of the iPod Touch. For those that want to have the ability to use their iPod Touch to tune into the radio, this feature will definitely is a good reason to upgrade to the iPod Touch. While this is still a rumor by all accounts, the company is popular for giving its 3^rd generation products an upgraded chip that actually does support FM transmitting.

Consider the ability of the iPod Touch to connect like this. The software would likely be similar to what is currently in the iPod Nano. In this device, users can tag songs they hear so that they can later buy them when they visit iTunes. However, if this option was on the 3^rd Generation iPod Touch, users would be able to instantly head over to iTunes on their iPod Touch and download the song right away.

According to reports, Apple is considering blending the FM radio option with the other iPod Apps, however most believe that these will stay separate for now. In either option, the user really wins out by having this feature. The addition of such an application or even addition to the device's operating system would not be difficult, most experts believe. It would not require any hardware revisions, which really simplifies the process.

Although there is no guarantee that Apple will unlock FM radio on 3^rd Generation iPod Touch devices, it is a strong possibility. Look for it on their largest models, the 32G and the 64G units, before it is on the smaller versions of the iPod Touch. In either case, it is likely to make an appearance soon.

Tags: fm, ipod touch, radio

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