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Apple iPod Shuffle / 2nd Generation

First seen: 15 september 2006

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  • User Score (1250)
    8.7 8.7 from 1250 reviewers
  • Expert Score (12)
    7.1 7.1 from 12 reviewers
  • Design (14)
    7.7 7.7 from 14 reviewers
  • Value for money (21)
    7.3 7.3 from 21 reviewers
  • Features (77)
    5.1 5.1 from 77 reviewers
  • Ease of use (6)
    8.0 8.0 from 6 reviewers
  • Performance (2)
    7.0 7.0 from 2 reviewers
  • Sound quality (101)
    8.0 8.0 from 101 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • much more durable, clip is very useful, miniature sized, sturdy clip, pretty colors now
  • docking cable is propreitary, only holds 240 songs, software deletes songs unexpectedly, only 1 gb, dearth of features

Charge and sync with the included USB dock. Operate the iPod shuffle controls with one hand. Enjoy up to 12 hours straight of skip-free music playback.

Apple iPod Shuffle / 2nd Generation

The 2nd Generation iPod Shuffle is among the entry level models under Apple’s iPod line of portable media players. It was released in September 2006, the same time the newer version of the 5th Generation iPod Classic and the 2nd Generation iPod Nano were introduced.

The gadget has an anodized aluminum casing with a clip design for better portability. It was initially released in silver, green, blue, pink, and orange with the size of 1 gigabyte. Later on, red, …

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Apple iPod Shuffle / 2nd Generation

The 2nd Generation iPod Shuffle is among the entry level models under Apple’s iPod line of portable media players. It was released in September 2006, the same time the newer version of the 5th Generation iPod Classic and the 2nd Generation iPod Nano were introduced.

The gadget has an anodized aluminum casing with a clip design for better portability. It was initially released in silver, green, blue, pink, and orange with the size of 1 gigabyte. Later on, red, turquoise, lavender, and mint green models were released along with the availability of the 2 gigabyte versions. The colors replaced the original pink, orange, green, and blue colors. Both the 1 and 2 gigabyte versions measure 1.62 x 1.07 x 0.41 inches and weigh approximately 0.55 ounces.

Like the 1st Generation model, the 2nd Generation iPod Shuffle has a circular control pad featuring music payback buttons at the front of the gadget. It also has controls for random and consecutive playback. The 2nd Generation model also makes use of an integrated lithium polymer battery that takes about 4 hours to charge and lasts up to 12 hours of music playback. It also features a battery indicator that lights up in green when the battery is full, amber when the battery is low, and red when the battery is empty.

Apple approximates that the 2 gigabyte version can store up to 500 audio files. It supports skip-free playback of a number of audio formats including MP3, MP3 VBR, AAC, protected AAC (from iTunes Music Store, M4A, M4B, M4P), WAV, and AIFF.

The 2nd Generation iPod Shuffle is compatible with Mac OS X v10.3.9 or later using iTunes 7 or later. For Windows, it is compatible with Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or later, or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 2 or later.

Review Summary

Apple iPod Shuffle (2nd Generation) is a lightweight portable device. Its dimension are about 1.62 x 1.07x 0.41 and it weights about 0.55 ouches. With these sizes, you can take this digital player anywhere with you. It can become your travelling buddy, your exercising buddy and even your “chilling” out buddy. A nice feature that is added to it is a clip. With this clip you do not have to worry about what you will do if your clothes does not have a pocket that is large enough to keep it safely inside. This clip is a built-in clip. Therefore you can use the clip to clip it unto any part of your clothing. Yes, any part and you can clip it unto your bag if you prefer. This device carries 1GB of storage space, which converts to about 240 songs. This is very commendable, especially for the size of the device. It has a built in Lithium polymer battery and it carries about 12 hours of power before it will need recharging.

The Apple iPod comes with a USB dock, a quick start guide and an earphone. Gray and white in colour, the device must be placed on the docking station when it is time for it to be recharged. The docking station helps to keep the iPod in one position as you load it with your songs or as it is being recharged. Apple iPod Shuffle (2nd Generation) sound quality is very good. Made in aluminium, it is sturdy and can stand up to the everyday use. You may want to replace the earphones that it comes with though, because it does not do justice to the sound system. However, it is not equipped with a FM tuner. It is compatible with AIF, WAV, MP3, VBR AND AAC.

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  • Reviews of Apple iPod Shuffle / 2nd Generation

  1. Apple iPod Shuffle 2G

    Reviewer: TheTechLounge
    6 May 2007

    In the crowded world of portable media players there's no bigger name than Apple who simply dominates the market with their various iPod offerings. Since we've already reviewed the iPod nano 2G an... Read more

  2. Apple 2G iPod nano 8GB MP3 Player

    Reviewer: Everything USB
    7 June 2007

    Features? What new features? This is a bug fix, and a highly recommended one at that. Read more

  3. Apple iPod Shuffle (2G)

    Reviewer: infoSync World
    28 June 2007
    Overall 6
    6.2
     

    We have some serious beefs with the iPod Shuffle: it has no screen, the tiny LED lights are inadequate for giving you feedback about the player's status, and it lacks any features beyond basic music playing. It's proprietary cable bugged us, and its sound was good, but not fantastic. That said, it is well-nigh impossible to see an iPod and not want one. Its design is so overwhelmingly appealing, so small and yet so intuitive and easy to use, that for many fans who don't... Read more

  4. Apple iPod Shuffle (2nd gen, assorted colors)

    Reviewer: Mp3.com
    7 February 2007
    Overall 6
    6.3
     

    If you like your music playback simple and your device nearly invisible, the second-generation iPod Shuffle will suit you well. But absentminded users should steer clear of this easy-to-misplace player. Read more

  5. Apple iPod shuffle 2nd Generation Purple (2 GB) MP3 Player Review

    Reviewer: Digitaltrends
    26 January 2010

    MPN: MB526LL/A, 2 GB (Built-in Memory), 500 Songs, 0.55 oz., Audio Files: MP3, WAV, AAC, MP3 VBR, AIFF, Audible. Read more

  1. Reviewer: cjayshri, Msn
    20 October 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    I really love my iPod Shuffle. I use it mainly for working out/ running. I love how easy it is to program music on it and change it out. I actually really like being able to program the playlist even w/o the shuffle attached so that it is ready to add for the next sync. And I like that once the ipod shuffle syncs it is ready to disconnect. I also own a 20gb ipod, so i really like the small size and ease of use. The included lanyard is useless and actually gets in the way... Read more

  2. Very good player if . . .

    Reviewer: J. Keeling, Amazon
    20 October 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Pros: Great sound, easy to use, and brick solid after more than one drop to the floor/ pavement. Cons: Easy (for me) to misplace. My solution: Have two of the shuffles. Doubles my chances of find one when I want it. Rating: 5 stars. Can't blame Apple for my absentmindedness. Comment Read more

  3. iPod Shuffle better than I anticipated

    Reviewer: RN Traveler, PhotoAlley.com
    16 December 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I needed something compact to travel with, and this item fit perfectly. I've loaded over 200 songs and still have room for more. Aside from the lack of a screen to see songs, I have no complaints. (I also have the Nano, and this smaller sized item is more ideal for air travel and exercising...much lighter and more compact). Read more

  4. 2nd Generation IPOD

    Reviewer: Amazon
    30 December 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    This is so much better than the new IPOD shuffle because the new one has the controls on the earbud cord so you have to listen to it with the earbuds. My son specifically wanted the old IPOD, not the new, so I had to look to find it. Read more

  5. iPod Shuffle 2nd Gen.

    Reviewer: Ebay
    2 weeks ago See Product at eBay ($42.99)
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I love this generation of iPod shuffles, it's clip is so convenient and it holds plenty of music for my trail runs and mountain bike rides. I have had a first generation shuffle and it just wasn't as convenient without the clip. I also went to purchase a newer version which had the volume control on the headphones - seemed ridiculous to have since the iPod headphones aren't that comfortable to me so I always end up using another brand that fits better and doesn't fall... Read more or see product

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