The Apple rumor mill/speculation  has started again and this time it is about the iPods and iTunes and not about the  Apples possible tablet (iPad).  It looks like Apple has scheduled an event the week of September 7th.  Number of sources say this includes the redesigned iTunes with features like interaction with social networks and better interface  (much overdue) and also introducing the new iPods.

Read More about the event @ CrunchGear and  @ MediaMemo-AllThingsD.

Hopefully Apple has something big instore to counter the growing hype of Zune HD.  If they only make incremental changes to iPod Touch  I see a big wave in favor of Zune HD helping it gain critical mass.  With much rave reviews of Zune HD from early reviewers and user excitement surrounding it, there is no doubt this time around that there is formidable competitor for Apples iPod touch (more than ever before).    Apple has always surprised people, let us see what they got instore this time around !