Mobility made easy with HP notebooksApple iPod Nano (2nd generation, 4GB, green)
Manufacturer: Apple Part number: MA487LL/A
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- The second-generation Apple iPod Nano is like the successful offspring of an iPod Mini and a first-generation iPod Nano. It's small, stylish, user-friendly, and competitively priced--a great player all around and suitable for a variety of users.
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Apple iPod Nano (2nd generation, 4GB, green)
price range: $399.00
The second-generation Apple iPod Nano is like the successful offspring of an iPod Mini and a first-generation iPod Nano. It's small, stylish, user-friendly, and competitively priced--a great player all around and suitable for a variety of users.
The good: The second-generation Apple iPod Nano takes on a new scratch-resistant aluminum body, which is available in a variety of bright and shiny colors; it's still superslender but more durable, thanks to a seamless construction. It supports photos (with thumbnail grid) and album art and has great sound quality.
The bad: The iPod Nano still doesn't play video, not that you'd want to watch it on the small screen, and there's no built-in FM tuner or recording capability; not all color options are available for all memory sizes.
The bottom line: The second-generation Apple iPod Nano is like the successful offspring of an iPod Mini and a first-generation iPod Nano. It's small, stylish, user-friendly, and competitively priced--a great player all around and suitable for a variety of users.
The second-generation (2G) Nano shuns simple white and steps out in a metallic color parade, with shiny silver available in the 2GB and 4GB flavors; bright pink, green, and blue offered in 4GB; and somber black taking the 8GB version. The body casing itself is rather like a minified Mini shell: it's seamless anodized aluminum, which means the 2G Nano is not only less scratch-prone than its predecessor, but also more durable in general. As with the old Nano, the 2G features the much praised iPod Clickwheel, which serves as the player's only controls (other than the hold switch on the top). Above the Clickwheel is the rather small (1.5-inch) color display, which is 40 percent brighter than that of its predecessor, and the bottom edge of the player houses the headphone jack and proprietary dock connector. A larger screen would have been a welcome improvement, but the benefit is the uniformity of screen size and overall dimensions (the 2G is just a hair thinner and taller than the previous Nano: 3.56 by 1.6 by 0.26 inches): all the made-for-Nano accessories should work fine with the new model.
As with other iPods, the 2G Nano is a snap to navigate, though the Clickwheel may take a little getting used to for first-time users, especially those used to other MP3 player controls. The Main Menu includes selections for Music, Photos, Extras, Settings, and Shuffle Songs--this last is particularly handy. Music is conveniently sorted by Playlists, Artists, Albums, and so on. And if you can't remember who a particular song or album falls under, you can use the new Search function (found in the Music submenu).
The 2G Nano is light on extras, though its small, excellently designed packaging includes all that you might need for basic use: a dock adapter, a USB cable for syncing/charging, a pair of white earbuds, and a quick-start guide. You'll have to download iTunes from the Web, since Apple doesn't include a disc in the box--a forgivable omission, considering that it cuts down on use of materials for packaging.
If you want to listen to FM radio on the Nano, you'll need to pick up Apple's $49 Radio Remote (or similar accessory). Similarly, recording features require a separate accessory, such as Belkin's TuneTalk. It'd be a nice surprise if Apple would include such features in an iPod, but at least it's nice that you have the option to add them. Features the Nano does have built in are photo viewing (with a neat 3x3 thumbnail preview grid) and album art support. Video playback is conspicuously absent, as many Nano competitors have it (the Creative Zen V Plus, iRiver Clix, and SanDisk Sansa e200 series, to name a few). But we're not sure we'd want to watch video on the tiny screen anyway. The 2G Nano is capable of gapless playback (finally!), but that must be designated in iTunes 7.
The latest version of iTunes is a nice improvement over version 6, and you can read more about it in the
We're pleased to note that Apple had a stab at the original Nano's rather paltry 12-hour battery life, doubling that rating to a respectable 24 hours. Turns out Apple was right on the money: CNET Labs coaxed 24.5 hours out of the player. As far as sound quality is concerned, we couldn't notice a difference between the old Nano and the 2G: it still sounds excellent across nearly all genres of music. Bass response could be tighter, and we didn't think the included earbuds sounded that great, but they're certainly passable (the design seems a bit more ergonomic than earlier ones). We had some mixed results with gapless playback--albums transferred from a Windows machine still had hiccups, while those from a Mac were seamless--but this is likely an iTunes issue, rather than a Nano one. Navigation was superspeedy, thanks to a fast processor, and photos loaded quickly.
The 2G Nano doesn't really bring anything new to the table in the fast-advancing world of MP3 players, but the improvements over the original are certainly welcome. This player is sure to be a top choice among a wide range of users, and it's a stellar option for first-timers. Just make sure you're aware that the same $249 for an 8GB Nano will get you a larger but video-capable 30GB iPod.
Product brief
Intro: The Apple iPod Nano is a 4 GB, large capacity player.Compared to other large capacity MP3 players on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $195.
Noteworthy Features: None noted, given available product data.
Weaker Features: None noted, given available product data.
Suitability: Suited for those with a large library of music.Comes with equalizer presets to easily maximize your listening experience.According to the manufacturer this player will last approximately 24 hour(s) between charges; your run-time will vary based on use and power management configuration.Comes with a 1 year warranty, which is standard in the industry.
Value: In general, this MP3 player's features are as expected for this price.
Suggestions: Audiophiles may wish to buy aftermarket headphones for better sound reproduction.
User reviews
- Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 25 reviews
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Poor audio quality
by jcinzano on September 16, 2006
Pros: Design, screen, size
Cons: No bass, EQ = distortion , price
Summary: I've had a 3G iPod for two years and have been looking forward to the new Nano as a possible replacement.
Though the size, color screen, ease of use ...Summary: I've had a 3G iPod for two years and have been looking forward to the new Nano as a possible replacement.
Though the size, color screen, ease of use and metal shell are all improvements on my old 3G, the audio quality leaves a lot to be desired.
That the CNET editor would dub this -- and the first gen -- as having "excellent" sound is surprising. The previous Nano was widely reviewed as having inferior sound to the Shuffle and the 5G iPod (the Nano used a fourth gen codec) and -- as the CNET review does get right -- this version is no different.
If you're not picky about audio quality, this will be fine for you. But if you like bass -- I mean, *at all* -- or a "full" sound, then this is a poor choice.
While mids and highs are fairly detailed, the overall sound is fairly thin. Bass is nearly nonexistent. This is true both with supplied earbuds and my higher-end phones.
You can try punching it up a bit with the EQ. But if you choose "bass boost" or "hip hop," you'll have low end distortion at all but the lowest volumn levels. Even the "Rock" setting (one of the best), has a tiny bit of distortion. Vocal boosting EQ setting such as "piano" or "vocal" result in the singer sounding like he's front and center -- singing through a tin can.4 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I love it! But beware use of 1G accessories
by btmustang on September 19, 2006
Pros: Thinner, lighter, brighter, no finger prints, stronger
Cons: 1G Nano accessories may not work with 2G Nano
Summary: This is a great iPod. I just recieved it last night and it works great with the new iTunes.
However, my wife has a 1G Nano and we have many ...Summary: This is a great iPod. I just recieved it last night and it works great with the new iTunes.
However, my wife has a 1G Nano and we have many accessories for it that I assumed would work on the 2G Nano (Apple does not mention this at all when purchasing the new Nano). The 2G iPod will not fit in the following accessories we have: the iPod Nano dock (I noticed a new dock for 2G Nano's on Apple's site yesterday), the Belkin Tunebase FM, and it does not fit as well in our cases.
The dock connector port on the 2G nano has been moved about an eighth of an inch to the left thus making it difficult to insert in to some 1G accessories.
For both the dock and FM transmitter, I had to take a chisel to them in order to make more space on the right side inner wall to fit the new nano.
I have also used FM transmitters than incorporate the dock connector and the headphone jack and I can assume that these will not work either due to the new spacing of the dock connector and the headphone jack.
Other than the fit issues, it's a great upgrade. I look forward to more accessories made just for the 2G nano.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great, Apple didn't listen to gadget focused reviews
by peter.mortensen on September 12, 2006
Pros: Improved music search, no FM radio, no recording, no fuss
Cons: No voice recognition for fast music search, who wants my old Nano?
Summary: It's nice to see Apple can keep their focus right and not get mislead by reviews that are feature focused.
The improvements are exactly addressing the important issues. We ...Summary: It's nice to see Apple can keep their focus right and not get mislead by reviews that are feature focused.
The improvements are exactly addressing the important issues. We buy a music player to play music and don't want to spend time on navigation.
iTunes 7 seems to also address the important issues including better user interface and integration.
All those other "toy players" with longer feature lists simply can't impress me. I must admit I was concerned that Apple would start to flood their products with all those gimmick features but they didn't.
This is a product for anybody who wants to buy a music player to play music
6 out of 12 users found this user opinion helpful.
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EXCELLENT, But lacks a few things
by Dusty444 on July 8, 2007
Pros: Great functionality, design and sound
Cons: lacks fm tuner and video
Summary: I have had the Nano for 8 months now and its an excellent player. Its thin, sleek and colourful. The only thing i would like to see is video, fm ...
Summary: I have had the Nano for 8 months now and its an excellent player. Its thin, sleek and colourful. The only thing i would like to see is video, fm tuner and a bigger screen for the price of the nano.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I can live with the flaws - just tell me why
by tschiffer on September 28, 2006
Pros: Simplicity (with iTunes), looks, size, feeling
Cons: No FM-tuner. Why?
Summary: I just entered the iPod world after several non-apple MP3-players and I must say I am very pleased for the cross over. Everything is easier, more beatiful and it has ...
Summary: I just entered the iPod world after several non-apple MP3-players and I must say I am very pleased for the cross over. Everything is easier, more beatiful and it has a very high WAF (wife acceptency factor). What I still donīt get is why they donīt include a FM-tuner in the ipod itself, why force us to bye a seperate unit?
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect out of the box experience, near perfect product
by robanga on September 21, 2006
Pros: Slim, Metal Case seems tough, great interface and sound
Cons: It's almost too thin and small. It easily get's lost in a briefcase. No power adaptor included as in the old mini, you must by seperately or power through the USB cable.
Summary: Great replacement for my aging Ipod mini. I'm still going to get a Zune because of the integration with the Xbox, MCE etc. but I am still a huge ...
Summary: Great replacement for my aging Ipod mini. I'm still going to get a Zune because of the integration with the Xbox, MCE etc. but I am still a huge Ipod fan. This purchase reconfirms it. Nice little player.
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Beautiful. Just beautiful
by the.ravenous.llama on May 25, 2008
Pros: Small, clean, user-friendly
Cons: Small (in size and storage)
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Its just a music player people
by yottabyte21 on June 10, 2007
Pros: Small, OMG Battery life
Cons: Not better than my Zune
Summary: Speedy interface (though not as sweet or customizable as my Zune), Great battery life (Better than my Zune), No radio (Zune has radio), Not video capable(Zune does that), I ...
Summary: Speedy interface (though not as sweet or customizable as my Zune), Great battery life (Better than my Zune), No radio (Zune has radio), Not video capable(Zune does that), I like that I can sync it in Windows Vista hassle free by using MediaMonkey Pro. iTunes is teh GAY!! Also, the scroll wheel is far to sensitive, horrible for use while driving (my deck has auxillary input, where i plug my Zune into). Another plus is the plethora of accessories for the iPod(lacking for the Zune).
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very very very very awesomeee
by f12lz on April 6, 2007
Pros: its slim and durable
Cons: no recorder and fm radio and also a hole for a lanyard
Summary: i bought one yesterday after returning my creative zen v plus and i think its way better than the zen v because its simple and looks and feels very durable ...
Summary: i bought one yesterday after returning my creative zen v plus and i think its way better than the zen v because its simple and looks and feels very durable unlike the zen v. although the zenv plays video has fm radio and u can put pictures as your background, i think the nano is way better because the play and return button on the zen v started to make weird cracking noises after about a week after i bought it and it also froze a couple of times and i had trouble reading the screen outside on a sunny day. so if i had to choose id choose the ipod nano
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4 GB Nano Ipod? What a rip off!
by mscnet on February 3, 2007
Pros: Pretty colors & slim
Cons: No Videos, Fm Tuner And Just Too Expensive!
Summary: After watching my daughter put the apple ipod to the test, I'm sadly to say, It is not worth the money! You can only download from itunes and if ...
Summary: After watching my daughter put the apple ipod to the test, I'm sadly to say, It is not worth the money! You can only download from itunes and if that ain't bad enough, If you delete any files from itunes that are sync to your ipod, they too will be erased! Next, there's no FM tuner! Come On Apple! You upgrade to 4gb on the nano and no new decent features??????????? What is up with that? This ipod is good for someone who is just getting into the mp3 thing but then again, the price is not justified!
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Apple
- Part number: MA487LL/A
General
- Width 1.6 in
- Depth 0.3 in
- Product type Digital player
- Height 3.5 in
- PC interface(s) supported USB
- Weight 1.4 oz
- Color Green
- Flash memory installed 4 GB Integrated
- Digital storage None
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 1.6 in x 0.3 in x 3.5 in
- Body material Anodized aluminum
- Included accessories Docking station adapter
- Packaged quantity 1
- iPod Generation 2G
- Digital storage media type None
Digital Player / Recorder
- Digital player supported digital audio standards WAV, AIFF, Audible, MP3, AAC, Apple Lossless
- Digital player response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Digital player playback modes Repeat all, One track repeat, Random play / shuffle
- Digital player supported bit rate 16 - 320
- Digital player ID3 tags support Yes
- External hard drive function Yes
- Digital player additional features Variable bit-rate compatible
Carrying Case
- Case type None
Battery
- Rechargeable Battery Rechargeable
- Battery Enclosure Type Integrated
- Technology Lithium ion
- Recharge Time 3 hour(s)
- Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
- Mfr estimated battery life 24 hour(s)
- Battery Life Details Slideshows with music 5 hour(s), Digital playback 24 hour(s)
Audio System
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Additional features Built-in games, USB 2.0 compatibility, Calendar, Volume limiter, Upgradeable firmware, Date display
Cable(s) / Peripheral(s)
- Cable(s) included USB cable - External
System Requirements
- Min Operating system Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 or later, Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2 or later, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 or later
Connections
- Connector type 1 x Docking station, 1 x Headphones Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
Built-in Display
- Audio system built-in display LCD
- Diagonal size 1.5 in
- Resolution 176 x 132
- Backlight display Yes
- Display illumination color Blue-white
- Display menu language Hungarian, Norwegian, Spanish, Chinese (simplified), Greek, French, German, Polish, Finnish, Italian, Swedish, Danish, Czech, Dutch, Korean, English, Portuguese, Chinese (traditional), Turkish, Russian, Japanese
Power
- Power Supply / Device None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
Audio Features
- Timer Stopwatch, Sleep, Wake
- Built-in clock Alarm, Digital clock, Timer
Equalizer
- Equalizer factory preset qty 20
Remote Control
- Remote control None
Headphones
- Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Impedance 32 Ohm
- Connectivity technology Wired
Battery / Power
- Power device type None
Manufacturer info
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