That is according to this article from 9ToMac, who have just received a shipping notification from Apple, informing them that their shiny new iPod is on it’s way in the post.

According to the email, Apple are sending out the new iPod Touch devices, with an estimated delivery date of September 10th, through to the 14th. It means that if you have one pre-ordered, then you should receive it by Tuesday 14th at the latest.

Meanwhile, the new iPod Nano is also being prepared as we speak, but are not shipping yet according to 9to5Mac. Did you get a notification from Apple today?

As reported from ElectricPig, the biggest feature of the new iPod Touch, was undoubtedly the inclusion of a front-facing camera and Facetime. However, Apple didn’t really go into specifics on the rear camera as if you didn’t already know – it will only come with a less than 1MP sensor.

Some of you may of been expecting the iPod Touch to ship with a 5MP camera, as seen on the iPhone 4, since the iPod Touch will be able to produce HD video recording, and display it on a lovely Retina Display. If this is the case, then you’re out of luck, as the rear camera won’t fulfill your needs if you want to shoot high quality stills on the iPod Touch.

Then again, it is still and always has been about the music hasn’t it – Facetime is just a great added bonus. Let us know your thoughts on this. Are you disappointed about the rear camera specification or are you not too bothered?

As reported from Engadget, a release date has not been confirmed for US consumers, but over on the Apple UK website, you’ll see that Apple has stated that iOS 4.1 will be available on Wednesday September 8th – a screenshot below confirms this.

Engadget think that iOS 4.1 will also be available on that date in the US – and we have to agree with them. When was the last time that an iPhone OS came out in the UK, before US – simply not possible. Apple may even update their store with the September 8th date in a few hours time.

Apple stated that the new iPod Touch 4 would also be available next week, although again they failed to state an exact shipping date. On their store, the new iPod Touch is listed as ‘shipping next week’, so could they be arriving on the same September 8th date? – We hope so.

Let us know your thoughts on this. More details on iOS 4.1 here.

The new device will be thinner than the previous model, but will retain the curved back rather than sport a new flat back like the iPhone 4. Other features include a Retina Display screen, A4 chip (same as iPhone 4), rear camera with HD video recording, and the Apple Game Center.

You’ll be pleased to know that the new iPod Touch will come with iOS 4.1, and is already available to pre-order now. It will be released sometime next week along with iOS 4.1, and prices seem pretty reasonable too.

You’ll be able to pick up the iPod Touch in three varieties – either a 8GB ($229), 32GB model ($299) or a whopping 64GB version for $399. We almost forgot to tell you that you’ll be able to have video chats with iPhone 4 users too – great idea we have to say.

What are your thoughts on the new iPod Touch? Look forward to a full review soon.

As reported from Engadget, the list of Apple devices obviously include Mac computers, the iPad, the iPhone, or even the iPod. That means that those of you running Windows are set to miss out on a live stream.

Apple hasn’t given an explanation on this decision – why do they need to? They just state that users will require Safari on Mac OS X version 10.6 Snow Leopard on Mac computers and an iPhone or iPod running iOS 3.0 or higher.

How do Windows users feel about this? You will still be able to check out a live blog of course, but nothing beats a live stream. There still might be hope on yet though, don’t forget to check our list of links for the event here.

Watch the Apple video stream live at Apple.com.

Some new details in this report from Apple Insider, has suggested that not only will the new iPod Touch come with iPhone 4 features such as Facetime video chat and a Retina display screen, but also the inclusion of 3G connectivity as seen in the iPad.

Apple’s 3G version of the iPad has proved far more popular than the WiFi model, so it makes good sense for Apple to include this as an added feature of the 4G iPod Touch.

As for the new iPod Nano, Apple Insider has suggested that the device will retain the 30-pin dock connector which will mean that it will have support for all the existing iPod accessories that are available, since it was previously suggested that new cables would be needed for PC input.

To read more on the new iPod Touch and iPod Nano models, head over to AI. Are you looking forward to Apple’s media event on Wednesday?

As reported from Engadget, the cases have appeared courtesy of Chinese website X-Doria, and show products for both the new iPod Touch 4G, along with cases for a 6th-generation iPod Nano device.

With all the recent news on the 4th-gen iPod Touch, it is safe to presume that Apple are widely expected to announce a refresh to their current iPod Touch, one with iPhone 4 features such as a front-facing camera for Facetime video chats.

Check out a close up images of the stylish cases below and let us know what you think of them. Would you consider buying the new iPod Touch or not?

Unlike the iPhone, there is no sort of ‘trade-in’ deals for new iPod products – that we know about anyway. If Apple are indeed planning to release a new iPod in September, then it is obviously going to cost users a fair amount of cash to prize one away.

With features such as a 5 megapixel camera with separate front-facing camera, free Facetime video calls over WiFi and HD 720p video recording, we predict that the iPod Touch 4G may become the next hottest gadget on the planet – what do you think?

Customers should expect the new device to come in at no less than $199 for an 8GB model, with plenty of accessories and color bumpers available just like the iPhone 4.

Would you be willing to fork out the costs for a Facetime-supported iPod Touch or not? Let us know your thoughts on this.

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