Want to buy one but I have a few questions.

Hi,
I want to buy an iPod Touch for my son and I noticed that Apple was selling refurbished iPod Touches. I think the 32gb (1st gen)one is going for $319. I just wanted to know what condition the iPod would be in if I did purchase it. Is the screen scratched? body dented/scratched? or is it all replaced to make it desirable?
Also, is there a big difference between the 1st gen and the 2nd gen that would make it less desirable? or are both models good?
Thanks. I'm not good with electronics. It took me around 20 min to find out how to post a question. So any help would be great.

Hello and Welcome to Apple Discussions.
Correct; but the 1st Gen has WiFi and an accelerometer too. The differences are:
Nike+ transceiver
Physical Volume Controls
Speaker
Headphone socket supports Apple In-Ear 'phones with Microphone
2nd Gen can't use a Firewire charger.
I've had two refurb iPods (although my touch was new) and there is no discernible difference.
Best regards
mrtotes

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The latest one came out just 4 months ago. Doubt one is coming out soon.
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jayjay24 wrote:
Alright, so I've never owned any kind of Mac computer, ever. I'm seriously thinking about switching to Mac, and buying the new Aluminum Macbook.
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