It seems Apple is preparing for something to happen at the top end of its iPod line.

Apple Insider recently reported;

recently informed some of its partners and big box retailers that it has placed the top-of-the-line 60GB fifth-generation iPod on its 60-day “at risk” list.

The “at risk list” doesn’t mean that this model will go away, just that it requires a closer watch as to its future.

Here Apple explains;

when Apple makes note of an item being placed on an “at risk list,” it could mean one of many things, or nothing at all. Simply, it’s the company’s way of warning resellers that it may make changes to that product, replace it with a newer model, offer a price reduction or discontinue it, among other things. Therefore, resellers should keep a close eye on their inventory management of such products.

http://www.appleinsider.com/article.php?id=1602