Shortly after Apple released the first beta of iOS 5 earlier this month, some users went hunting through its internals and found references to the next-generation iPad and iPhone. However, there was one thing missing — and that was any mention of a new iPod touch.
The news led some to believe that Apple may delay the launch of the fifth-generation device until 2012, but it seems those first perusing the iOS 5 files just didn’t look hard enough.
Initially, users could only find references to “iPod4,1” within the iOS 5 firmware, but one iFans forum member went digging a little deeper — finally discovering that there is indeed a mention for the “iPod4,2.”
For those who are interested, this can be found within the “com.apple.fairplayd.N81.plist” file, located at /System/Library/LaunchDaemons/.
iFans does note, however, that the model identifier implies the next iPod touch will be merely an improvement upon the existing model, rather than a complete redesign.
Killian Bell is a freelance writer based in the U.K. He has an interest in all things tech and also covers Android over at CultofAndroid.com. You can follow him on Twitter via @killianbell.
19 responses to “New iPod Touch to Launch in 2011 After All?”
I’m praying for Gorilla Glass on this one… My son (7) has broken 3 screens on his 4th Gen. One while in an Otterbox Defender case!!!
-Chris
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Why assume when the programming refers to ipod in the wording, it means the ipod touch? Maybe apple planning to add wireless and airplay to the standard ipod??? to play music, etc?
Take the hammer away from your son. :)
My 8 year old has a 16GB 3rd gen and he’s barely put a scratch on the back and he uses it almost constantly. :)
What is that game on the iPod?
Cro-Mag Rally.
Yeah, just put a 3G on it, an a5 and double the ram, that I’m on it.
Dude, you gave an Ipod touch to a 7-year-old?
all i want is able to get fm radio without internet access. if gen 5 comes with fm ill buy it.
was he raised in a barn, no respect for property, i blame you for enabling him, i would not want him playing around my car or property. shame on you
i want to get the ipod white, but should i wait next year for the ipod 5?