Apple updates the iPod U2 Special Edition

Apple has quietly updated on its online store the iPod U2 Special Edition while dropping its price.

The new U2 iPod, which comes with 30GB of storage now reflects the recent iPod line-up update both in terms of technical specifications and pricing.

All the new features of the new iPods are included: 640x480 pixel movie playback, brighter display, software features, games and more.

The package includes an iPod which is engraved with signatures from the U2 rock band and "comes with an iTunes Store code you can redeem for an exclusive 30-minute U2 video."

The new U2 Edition iPod is priced is $279 (from $329), or an extra of $20 more than the standard 30GB iPod.