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Manufacturer: Apple Part number: MC691LL/A
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- Bottom Line:
- The sixth generation of the iPod Nano is the smallest yet, but it comes at the expense of valuable features and practical controls.
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CNET editors' review
Apple iPod Nano 2011 (8GB, orange) price range: $139.00
- Reviewed by: Donald Bell
- Edited by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 09/07/2010
- Released on: 09/08/2010
The good: The iPod Nano costs less than before, is easier to navigate, and includes more Nike Plus fitness tracking capabilities. It's also still the best clip-on music player money can buy.
The bad: Many features have disappeared over the years, including video playback, camcorder, microphone, speaker, games, calendar, contacts, notes, and alarm clock. The touch-screen interface is overkill, requiring more attention than the time-tested click wheel design without delivering many practical benefits.
The bottom line: The sixth generation of the iPod Nano is the smallest yet, but it comes at the expense of valuable features and practical controls.
User reviews
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No Use At The Gym.
by eSSeMM36 on June 18, 2011
Pros: Sounds a lot better than previous generation iPods ... but lets face it, that wasn't difficult to achieve.
Cons: No use for the gym. After 24hrs loses the position for the last song played.
Summary: Bought the Nano to use at the gym and clipped onto the top of my shorts sweat has managed to get into the volume controls making it unusable. This seems ...
Summary: Bought the Nano to use at the gym and clipped onto the top of my shorts sweat has managed to get into the volume controls making it unusable. This seems to be a common problem.
Dried the thing out with a hair dryer and the volume controls are working again .... off to ebay it goes.0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Made for Tiny Fingers!
by RaginBajan on March 22, 2011
Pros: Useful clip feature, Sharp screen
Cons: Tiny touch screen that's too tedious to manuever through, "Shaking Shuffle", Tiny volume buttons on top, Terrible battery life.
Summary: The last Ipod I had before this P.o.S. was the 2nd generation nano (yes, I'm delayed with technology but it did its job!). After dropping that one ...
Summary: The last Ipod I had before this P.o.S. was the 2nd generation nano (yes, I'm delayed with technology but it did its job!). After dropping that one several times in the gym and in everyday activities, I decided to get this little gadget hoping that the clip feature would prevent dropping. Unfortunately, that's the only redeeming feature of this Ipod. The touch screen, although very sharp, is obnoxious! I usually let the Ipod shuffle through songs but I also like listening to certain songs and artists at times. I have one heck of a time getting to the "Songs" and "Artists" categories. Trying to skip to the next song is even a hassle - instead of going to the next song, I get the screen for the entire album! This may be because I have nails or fat fingers, but it's really annoying. Oh, and the shaking to the next song feature barely works. Not a fan of the volume buttons. I miss the wheel for that. Lastly, the battery life absolutely sucks. I charge it at night and by 10:30 am the next day, Im at roughly 75% of its life left! I miss my old Ipod!!! Let's try again Apple.
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Possibly the worst iPod Apple has created.
by jrself on March 15, 2011
Pros: Comes in a pretty color. Connects to iTunes
Cons: Everything. The touchscreen is useless. The "apps" are useless. The shuffle is so much more practical. They took all the good features away. No video. No camera. No physical buttons.
Summary: Do not buy this product. Apple has neglected the nano and spent all their time on their big profit devices (iPad, iPhone). The smartphone is easily going to destroy products ...
Summary: Do not buy this product. Apple has neglected the nano and spent all their time on their big profit devices (iPad, iPhone). The smartphone is easily going to destroy products like this if manufacturers are going to make them useless. $150+ for this thing? Are you serious Apple?
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Product! Love It!!!
by terrylvr2000 on March 11, 2011
Pros: The ease of use is really nice. Vibrant screen. Small and lightweight. Everything at a fingers touch. No problem with the battery life at all. Love it!!!
Cons: No video play. It doesn't take much to make it shuffle songs. The slightest bump and it shuffles all over again.
Summary: As stated above. GREAT PRODUCT!!!
Summary: As stated above. GREAT PRODUCT!!!
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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iPod Nano 8GB
by HughFreyd on November 7, 2011
Pros: Retirement
Cons: Revolution
Summary: I held out on buying an iPod. I don't need fashionable gadgets. I drive an Intrepid. The paralegals liked my modesty. I'd pull into the parking lot at ...
Summary: I held out on buying an iPod. I don't need fashionable gadgets. I drive an Intrepid. The paralegals liked my modesty. I'd pull into the parking lot at Freyd, Arnett and Festinger. I'd see the other partners' BMWs, and think, "I'm practicing law for the right reasons."
Now it's just Arnett and Festinger. The other partners forced me out. I showed up for work one day, with my breakfast donut. But my office was empty, and the desk was totally bare. They'd confiscated everything, to prevent me from stealing. A security guard escorted me off of the premises. I was furious. I'd *made* them equity partners. But I left quietly, and ate my donut in the Intrepid.
I had no urge to sue Arnett and Festinger. I couldn't do anything, couldn't even get out of bed. My daughter was worried, so she bought me an iPod Nano. I spent a week converting my CDs to mp3s. Then I made a list of every good album I could think of. Timeless stuff: the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Bruce Springsteen. I bought music on the iTunes store, until I reached 8GB. Now my iPod Nano is filled to maximum capacity.
After the coup, I didn't go back to work. I garden, and go on long hikes. I listen sequentially to every song on my iPod. First the A artists, then B through Z, and then I start over. I never skip anything. I'm fair to all of the songs. I don't load new content or take anything off of my iPod. 8GB of music should be enough for the rest of my lifetime.0 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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by donnacarolchr on May 18, 2011
Pros: Yes I agree with wade, the recording only allows 30 seconds of time and yet there is no way to upload recordings from the iPhone to tumblr.
Cons: I agree .. I am using it to host my domain and I've been trying to get the most out of the tumblr app for iPhone!
Summary: So far my only concern is the audio recorder and uploader only allows 30 sec recording!
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Smaller ,lighter, easier to use.
by jbrtn711 on October 4, 2010
Pros: Volume buttons easy to to use by feel, and more precise. Built in clip negates having to buy cases or strap holders. Light and small.Clip it on upside down if you're worried about sweating into the open plug. Duh
Cons: None. Try to figure out how to turn it off.
Summary: Makes previous nano seem large and clunky.
Summary: Makes previous nano seem large and clunky.
0 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Sounds like a waste of money!
by datasquared on September 9, 2010
Pros: Not very much although it does sound improved in some areas.
Cons: The size, lose it and you may never find it. the interface.
Summary: Not going to buy it. Was considering buying a nano but dropped that thought when i say this thing.
Summary: Not going to buy it. Was considering buying a nano but dropped that thought when i say this thing.
0 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Apple
- Part number: MC691LL/A
- Description: Tilt or turn iPod nano on its side, and you'll listen, watch, and play in new ways. You can flip through your album art with cover flow. Or, vertically speaking, see more albums and artists on the screen at one time. Pull hundreds of photos from your pocket and share them wherever you go. Hold iPod nano upright and see your photos in portrait view. Turn it on its side to see them in landscape. Your photos look beautiful in their proper aspect ratio on the vibrant display. Sometimes, people could all use a little unpredictability. And now you can shake to shuffle your music. Just give iPod nano a shake and it shuffles to a different song in your music library. You'll always be surprised by what you'll hear.
General
- Product type Digital player / radio
- PC interface(s) supported Hi-Speed USB
- Flash memory installed 8 GB Integrated
- Digital storage None
- Weight 0.7 oz
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 1.6 in x 0.4 in x 1.5 in
- Color Orange
- Available body colors Red,
Silver,
Blue,
Pink,
Green,
Orange,
Graphite - Voice recording capable Yes
- Included accessories [Jul 2, 2008 from CDS: Miscellaneous] Earphones,
USB cable - Software type Drivers & Utilities
- iPod Generation 6G
Digital Player / Recorder
- Supported digital audio standards Audible AAX+ ,
Audible AAX ,
Apple Lossless ,
WAV ,
HE-AAC ,
MP3 ,
AIFF ,
Audible ,
AAC - Playback modes Random play / shuffle,
All tracks repeat,
One track repeat,
Playlist - Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Supported bit rate 8 - 320
- ID3 tags support Yes
- Additional features Variable bit-rate compatible
Built-in Display
- Audio system built-in display LCD
- Diagonal size 1.54 in
- Resolution 240 x 240
- Backlight display Yes
- Display menu language Danish,
Korean,
Greek,
Thai,
Slovak,
Croatian,
Chinese (traditional),
Chinese (simplified),
Arabic,
Turkish,
Chinese (Cantonese),
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
Finnish,
Polish,
Portuguese,
Norwegian,
Italian,
French,
Dutch,
Spanish,
Russian,
Romanian,
English,
German,
Brazilian Portuguese,
Japanese,
Hebrew Audio Features
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Amplifier response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Timer Wake,
Sleep - Built-in clock Digital clock
- Addtional features Nike + iPod support,
Genius technology,
Accelerometer ,
Multi-touch interface,
VoiceOver,
Clock faces,
Built-in clip,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
Pedometer CD System
- Digital audio standards supported MP3,
MP3-VBR,
AAC,
Protected AAC,
HE-AAC,
AIFF,
WAV,
Audible 2,
Audible 3,
Audible 4,
Apple Lossless Equalizer
- Equalizer type Digital graphic
Radio
- Tuner type Built-in FM tuner,
Radio tuner - Tuner bands FM
- Additional radio features Time Shift
Remote Control
- Remote control None
Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
Headphones
- Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Impedance 32 Ohm
- Connectivity technology Wired
Connectivity
- Cable(s) included External,
1 x USB cable - - Connector type 1 x Docking station,
1 x Headphones Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm Battery / Power
- Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
- Mfr estimated battery life 24 hour(s)
- Recharge time 3 hour(s)
- Power device type [Feb 24, 2011 from CDS: Power Device] None
System Requirements
- Peripheral / Interface devices [Dec 3, 2010 from CDS: System Requirements] USB port (compatible with 2.0 specification)
- Operating system Apple MacOS X 10.5.8 or later,
Microsoft Windows 7,
Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP3,
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP3,
Microsoft Windows Vista
Product series
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Apple iPod Nano 2011 (8GB, silver)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: 8 GB,
1.54 in,
24 hour(s),
0.7 oz,
1,
Player battery - Rechargeable - Lithium ion,
Audible AAX+,
Audible AAX,
Apple Lossless,
WAV,
HE-AAC,
MP3,
AIFF,
Audible,
AAC,
Digital player / radio -
Apple iPod Nano 2011 (8GB, orange)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: 8 GB,
1.54 in,
24 hour(s),
0.7 oz,
1,
Player battery - Rechargeable - Lithium ion,
Audible AAX+,
Audible AAX,
Apple Lossless,
WAV,
HE-AAC,
MP3,
AIFF,
Audible,
AAC,
Digital player / radio -
Apple iPod Nano 2011 (16GB, silver)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: 16 GB,
1.54 in,
24 hour(s),
0.7 oz,
1,
Player battery - Rechargeable - Lithium ion,
Audible AAX+,
Audible AAX,
Apple Lossless,
WAV,
HE-AAC,
MP3,
AIFF,
Audible,
AAC,
Digital player / radio
Accessories
Manufacturer info
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