Apple's annual iPod Refresh event confirmed

Reports from "music industry executives" earlier in August which predicted a September 9 iPod refresh have been confirmed today, making 2009's iPod unveiling exactly like 2008's.

Today, Apple sent out invitations for its annual iPod event, where the year's lineup of personal media players will be unveiled. The event will take place at the Yerba Buena Cetner for the Arts Theater in San Francisco.

Aside from the persistent rumors of an Apple tablet/e-reader, there isn't a tremendous amount of excitement about this year's event. It is widely expected that the "Cocktail" interactive music album platform will be introduced, as well as new iPods equipped with cameras and microphones.