New iPod touches FaceTime capable; get Retina display

Just as predicted, Apple added cameras to make the new iPod touch FaceTime capable. It also gets the same Retina display as the iPhone 4, the same A4 processor, and it can also record HD video. To sum it up, it's very much like an iPhone 4 without 3G connectivity. One thing we did notice is that there's no flash on the back camera, so don't expect to take great pictures in low light. One added feature gamers will love is the gyroscope from the iPhone 4, so now iPod touch users can enjoy Eliminate: GunRange with the same accuracy as their iPhone 4 friends.

The new iPod touch comes in three capacities, 8GB, 32 GB, and 64 GB, which will retail for $229, $299, and $399, respectively. All of them will start shipping next week.

Game Center won't be available for older iPhones

Were you looking for another reason to upgrade from your older iPhone or iPod touch to the iPhone 4? Well Apple is happy to oblige you. In the latest beta of Game Center, Apple confirms that Game Center is no longer supported on the 3G and 2nd generation iPod touch. Guess that'll at least keep the other gaming networks, such as OpenFeint and Plus+ around for a while.