the 8gb 3rd gen ipod touch is actually a 2nd gen left over model that came with whatever firmware/software the 32/64gb models came with.
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If you’re planning to buy an ipod touch 3rd generation, I would strongly recommend you to get the 32 GB or 64 GB model. Earlier I explained that the 8GB model of the 3rd generation ipod touch is actually the 2nd generation. However the 32GB and 64Gb are truly the 3rd generation devices. There is a difference of only $100 between the 8GB and 32GB, but along with 4 times storage you get a lot more.
its pretty much a scam, because you end up having to spend $100 more, i wish they still made the 16gb models