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Apple iPod Nano / 2nd Generation
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- Free laser engraving on all new iPod models. - Select the iPod that’s right for you, then personalize it.
- What’s in the Box - H.264 video, up to 1.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Low-Complexity version of the H.264 Baseline Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; H.264 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Baseline Profile up to Level 3.0 with AAC-LC audio up to …
Specifications
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Size and WeightHeight: 3.6 inches (90.7 mm) Width: 1.5 inches (38.7 mm) Depth: 0.24 inch (6.2 mm) Weight: 1.3 ounces (36.8 grams)
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Display2-inch (diagonal) color LCD with LED backlight 320 by 240 pixels at 204 ppi
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Capacity8GB or 16GB flash drive Holds up to 2,000 or 4,000 songs in 128-Kbps AAC format Holds up to 7,000 or 14,000 iPod-viewable photos Holds up to 8 hours or up to 16 hours of video
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AudioSkip-free playback Frequency response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz Audio formats supported: AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV.
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VideoH.264 video, up to 1.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Low-Complexity version of the H.264 Baseline Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; H.264 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Baseline Profile up to Level 3.0 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
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BatteryBuilt-in rechargeable lithium ion battery Music playback time: Up to 24 hours when fully charged Video playback time: Up to 4 hours when fully charged
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Input and OutputDock connector 3.5-mm stereo headphone jack
Apple iPod Nano / 2nd Generation
Apple’s second generation iPod Nano was made available in September 2006. As an update to the popular first generation iPod Nano, this portable media player features some cosmetic changes and a few significant under the hood improvements.
The second generation Nano kept the same form factor and profile as its predecessor. At 3.5 x 1.6 x 0.26 inches, the Nano keeps the familiar first generation’s tall and lean profile but is slightly thinner and more curved around…
See moreApple iPod Nano / 2nd Generation
Apple’s second generation iPod Nano was made available in September 2006. As an update to the popular first generation iPod Nano, this portable media player features some cosmetic changes and a few significant under the hood improvements.
The second generation Nano kept the same form factor and profile as its predecessor. At 3.5 x 1.6 x 0.26 inches, the Nano keeps the familiar first generation’s tall and lean profile but is slightly thinner and more curved around the edges. The most significant cosmetic changes are the casing and the new body color options. The second generation Nano sports an anodized aluminum case and is scratch-resistant similar to the popular iPod Mini, the predecessor of the Nano line. And, just like with the defunct Mini, the updated Nanos are also available in a variety of colors: silver, green, pink, blue, black and red.
This iPod Nano shares the same LCD screen specifications as the first generation’s which is a 1.5-inch color screen running at a resolution of 176 x 132 pixels. Improvements to the display come by way of a brighter (about 40% brighter) and more vibrant display. Battery life has also been improved and now lasts an estimated 24 hours of continuous audio playback.
The most significant update is the storage capacity. The second generation bumps up the memory to 2, 4 and 8 gigabytes, double that of the previous Nanos.
The 2 gigabyte model is only available in silver while the bigger capacity Nanos get all the new colors. The 4 gigabyte one is available in blue, silver, green, pink and red while the 8 gigabyte model comes in black and red.
Another under the hood improvement is the added support for audio recording via third-party microphone accessories.
See lessReview Summary
The second-generation Apple iPod Nano sports a seamless construction and a scratch-resistant aluminum body in a variety of colors. The unit retains its slender shape yet should be more durable sans the seams. The Apple iPod Nano supports photos, album art and offers strong sound quality. The battery life has been deemed nothing short of amazing, giving a person upwards of 20 hours of usage The iPod Nano features a touch-sensitive Click Wheel control on the front of the unit. The Nano offers 3 Playback …
See moreThe second-generation Apple iPod Nano sports a seamless construction and a scratch-resistant aluminum body in a variety of colors. The unit retains its slender shape yet should be more durable sans the seams. The Apple iPod Nano supports photos, album art and offers strong sound quality. The battery life has been deemed nothing short of amazing, giving a person upwards of 20 hours of usage The iPod Nano features a touch-sensitive Click Wheel control on the front of the unit. The Nano offers 3 Playback Mode buttons including Play/Pause, Previous/Rewind, and Next/Fast-forward. Nano’s buttons can be disabled to prevent accidental bumping and you can to repeat either one song over and over or make a list of songs to repeat over and over, shuffle all songs on the drive, shuffle all songs on a certain playlist, and album shuffles.
The iPod Nano is still too early of a generation to play video. But the bright LCD screen is an improvement over earlier options. That said, the screen is quite tiny and it is not all that exciting looking at such small photos and though displaying album art is neat, it does take significant storage space away from tune options. Other drawbacks include no built-in FM tuner and no recording capability. For those that style and color are essential you will be disappointed to find that only certain color options available depending on the memory sizes.
Overall, the second-generation Apple iPod Nano is small, stylish, and generally user-friendly. Increasing battery-life almost two fold, doubling the storage of the 1G Nano offered at the same price, and the brighter LCD are all positive steps. On the negatives, it is time for Apple to build in an FM tuner. Most importantly, it is competitively priced, making the unit a great all around player for the budget conscious individual.
See lessPros & Cons
- impossibly small, bright color screen, better battery life claims, brighter display, much improved design
- no protective case included, doesn t play videos, just displays photos, playlist is not friendly, breaks easily
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Apple iPod Nano 16GB
Reviewer: Digitaltrends06 October 2008- Overall 7
Overall, we're pretty satisfied with the new nano, even though it's nowhere near as sexy as the newly revamped . And on a small, dedicated audio player that's focused on slim design and pocketability, we don't feel too slighted that the nano lacks wireless features like the Zune, especially given the excellent integration between the hardware and iTunes software. But despite the inclusion of an accelerometer, we're giving Apple fair warning that the competition is really... Read more
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Reviewer: LAPTOP Magazine01 July 2007
- Overall 9
The iPod nano is still the king of ultra-slim MP3 players. Read more
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The second-generation Nano delivers top-notch audio, and has a brighter screen than its predecessor.
Reviewer: PC World23 January 2007- Overall 8
- Design 8
- Features 7
- Performance 9
Of course, with the Nano you're locked into using Apple's iTunes software. Though iTunes is well integrated with the iTunes Music Store, this arrangement means you can't use a music subscription service such as Napster or Rhapsody. Nonetheless, if you consider these missing capabilities extras--as Apple apparently does--this fashionable player will deliver plenty to crow about, including great audio quality and a bright, high-resolution screen. Read more
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Reviewer: The Gadgeteer22 January 2007
iPod nano has received an extreme makeover. Not that it really needed one though… The which was released approximately 1 year before the 2nd gen nano, looked like a baby version of the full sized player. This new version looks more like an anorexic version of the discontinued iPod mini. Are the changes all cosmetic, are are there some other new bits under the hood of this very popular DAP (digital audio player)? Let’s take a closer look. , the new nano comes packaged... Read more
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Apple iPod nano II and Accessories
Reviewer: Digit-Life06 November 2006So what have we got as a result? A modified body to solve the problem with scratches, various colors, increased memory volume at the same price, and a significantly longer battery life. There is nothing revolutionary here. But on the whole, it's a decent replacement for a still modern model. Read more
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One of the best nano's
Reviewer: Amazon02 April 2009- Overall 10
Don't pay $400 for this product but if you want a great simple ipod that has color and works great, this is for you. You can put album art, it has a few simple games and works great! Read more
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iPod Nano
Reviewer: Jordan Church, Digitaltrends05 January 2009- Overall 10
I just got this last night. It's amazing, the sleek and slim design, the Shake Shuffle, Spoken Menu, and not to mention the Games. Wow it is by far the best Nano ever created! Read more
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Reviewer: casen55, PC World21 April 2008
- Overall 8
Replacement gift for my teenage daughter since her other was mistakenly washed in the washing machine by me. She loved the red one she had before and really likes the new turquoise-blue one. She easily loads music from her CDs and PC. She was checking the mail everyday until it finally showed up. Read more
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2nd iPod and very happy
Reviewer: smilinggirl8, Ecoustics07 April 2008- Overall 10
- Ease of use 10
This is my second Apple iPod and I love it. I had a second generation 20 GB Apple iPod and was happy with it. I wanted something a little sleeker and smaller, since I use it primarily to workout with. I am happy to see Apple continue to improve and tailor their MP3 player with its size, color and battery life. I enjoy being able to create my own mixes and find it very user-friendly. It makes a great gift for all who enjoy having mobility and control with their music. Read more
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Very good
Reviewer: Agando, Yahoo Shopping06 February 2008- Overall 10
- Value for money 10
- Features 10
- Sound quality 10
very good thing, my first apple i really like it Read more
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