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Apple iPod Shuffle / 2nd Generation
First seen: 11 june 2006
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User Score (946)8.6
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Expert Score (14)7.1
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Design (14)7.9
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Value for money (70)6.6
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Features (134)5.5
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Ease of use (6)8.2
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Performance (2)7.2
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Sound quality (156)7.7
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- light weight, it just works, colours available, fantastic sound, gapless playback
- no equalizer, the earphones do hurt, only 1 gb, did not work, dock is weird
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, …
See moreApple 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.
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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. …
See moreApple 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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Apple 2G iPod nano 8GB MP3 Player
Reviewer: Everything USB7 June 2007Features? What new features? This is a bug fix, and a highly recommended one at that. Read more
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Apple iPod Shuffle (2G)
Reviewer: infoSync World28 June 2007- Overall 6
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
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Apple iPod Shuffle (2nd gen, assorted colors)
Reviewer: Mp3.com7 February 2007- Overall 6
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
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iPod shuffle 2G
Reviewer: Macworld UK10 September 2007- Overall 8
Unlike its white, gum-pack-size, plastic predecessor, the new shuffle has a matte-anodised-aluminium finish, which fingers won’t smudge during use. The spring clip on the back attaches firmly to clothing and makes up half the player’s thickness. Read more
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Apple iPod shuffle 2nd Generation Purple (2 GB) MP3 Player Review
Reviewer: Digitaltrends2 weeks agoMPN: MB526LL/A, 2 GB (Built-in Memory), 500 Songs, 0.55 oz., Audio Files: MP3, WAV, AAC, MP3 VBR, AIFF, Audible. Read more
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Reviewer: ltabloski, Msn20 October 2008
- Overall 10
We love it - we have the Mini Ipod and now this since both of us run. Thought it would be silly to get 2 Minis! This is great to run with - don't even know it is there. Now we fight over who gets which IPod! Read more
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Purchased as a gift
Reviewer: R. Williams, Amazon20 October 2008 See Product at Amazon ($55.00)- Overall 8
I purchased this as a gift for my 8 year old niece. She LOVES it. So, my only idea of how great or useful this item was, is based upon how happy she is in using it. Comment Read more or see product
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One of the Best
Reviewer: johnfuller, gdgt31 July 2009I received the iPod Shuffle as a gift, after years of thinking the device was worthless. Boy, was I wrong. It makes a great secondary iPod, think netbook is to computer as iPod shuffle is to iPod/MP3 player. It's super-simple, and perfect for working out, or as a dedicated car MP3 player. I love the iPod Touch and iPhone, but getting to the music isn't simple. There are times, like when driving or working out, where I just want to listen to podcasts and music. I don't... Read more
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iPod Shuffle better than I anticipated
Reviewer: RN Traveler, PhotoAlley.com16 December 2008- Overall 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
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Very Handy
Reviewer: Amazon12 December 2009 See Product at Amazon ($55.00)- Overall 10
I already had a large iPod for keeping all of my music, but it was too bulky to use when working out. I bought the shuffle, and it has been perfect for whenever I need my music to be more portable. It has worked perfectly so far, and is very straight forward: just add the songs you want and go. I have been using it more than expected, because it is so convenient. Read more or see product
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