Apple iPod Shuffle (1GB)
Manufacturer: Apple Part number: M9725LL/A
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- Bottom Line:
- The iPod Shuffle, with its ultralow price, its dead-simple design, and its iTunes integration, is virtually guaranteed to be a hit, especially among those looking for a second iPod.
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CNET editors' review
Apple iPod Shuffle (1GB) price range: $80.00
- Reviewed by: James Kim
- Edited by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 01/25/2005
- Released on: 01/10/2005
The good: Design is dead simple and compact yet stylish and wearable; excellent integration with iTunes; solid sound quality; affordable.
The bad: No LCD; no extra features such as an equalizer; slow transfer speeds.
The bottom line: The iPod Shuffle, with its ultralow price, its dead-simple design, and its iTunes integration, is virtually guaranteed to be a hit, especially among those looking for a second iPod.
Editor's note: We have changed the rating in this review to reflect recent changes in our rating scale. Click here to find out more.
User reviews
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I feel cheated!
by mad_dog_2u on June 18, 2005
Pros: Smal size and portability
Cons: No display, battery cannot be replaced, bad with audio books
Summary: Although the Shuffle is great with portability, please beware that Apple does not let you know that the Shuffle is a "disposable" MP3 player. The Shuffle's rechargable battery has ...
Summary: Although the Shuffle is great with portability, please beware that Apple does not let you know that the Shuffle is a "disposable" MP3 player. The Shuffle's rechargable battery has a limited life (2 years or so) after which the battery will hold no charge. While Apple is happily advertising how the iPod's battery can be changed when it's life is over, it has failed to mention that the Shuffle's battery cannot be replaced (unless you'd like to spend almost twice as much as what you paid for it to send it to Apple and have the battery changed for you - mind you, that may take anywhere from 3 to 6 months). Basically when your Shuffle's battery is dead, you have to toss it away into the trash can and hunt for something new. It's Apple's sneaky little scam to get you interested in the world of bigger iPods. Sadly Apple has developed Microsoft syndrome.
I listen to a lot of audio books (which is why I got the Shuffle). Firstly with the Shuffle there is no way to bookmark a spot in a 9 hour audio book (so if you want to find a spot again for reference, good luck). Secondly, when you stop at a particular spot in an audio book, turn it off and then later turn it on to continue listening, the Shuffle resumes play about 3-5 minutes ahead of the last stopped spot. That's really frustrating!
Apple whatever happened to your "good ethics" . IMO you're just another dirty blood sucking corporation in the guise of a trendy rebel.11 out of 18 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Simple and effective
by huibvdbolt on March 24, 2005
Pros: Good sound, simple controls
Cons: Internal battery.
Summary: Before I start; I really didn't want to buy an Apple.
It took me a couple of weeks to decide which MP3 player to buy. My requirements; good sound, ...Summary: Before I start; I really didn't want to buy an Apple.
It took me a couple of weeks to decide which MP3 player to buy. My requirements; good sound, 1 GB memory, batterypowered. And it should fit easily in my pockets.
I took a look at iRiver, iAudio and Jens of Sweden. But I don't want a long list of technical features, I want to hear music. So I bought the Apple for less money.
I still don't like the fact that I can't change (rechargeable) batteries, but the size makes up for that. The standard headphones are soso.
But the sound of the player is very good. And I decide what music is actually on the player, so I don't need a display.
For the rest; iTunes takes a little getting used to (about 10 min.), but it workes.
Bottom line; It does what it should, and it does it very well.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Fabulous, the cons mentioned dont really matter because:
by awesomeperson on June 28, 2005
Pros: Gorgeous design, a pleasure to use, so small, simply fun to use design. EXCEPTIONAL sound quality, perfect for audiofiles like me. WONDERFULL. 12 hour battery life is enough for the amount of music.
Cons: No LCD, but doesnt actually matter because you can put your songs in alphebetical order or enjoy shufflin'
Summary: WOW!!!!!!
The design is so lovely to use, its truly a pleasure. Fabulous sound. As well, awesome portability. Fits enough songs for most, and for those with large libraries, its ...Summary: WOW!!!!!!
The design is so lovely to use, its truly a pleasure. Fabulous sound. As well, awesome portability. Fits enough songs for most, and for those with large libraries, its great for adding your 240+ favorite songs, so every minute of listening is a real treat!!!!! The "no lcd" posts dont really matter cuz its so easy to use without it. Besides, it lets you simply enjoy the music more. FABULOUS PLAYER, perfect enjoyment from it. Great as a second or primary mp3 player. Love it!!!!!!!6 out of 9 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect for podcasts
by parkison on August 3, 2005
Pros: small, light, unbelievably portable, easily filled and emptied.
Cons: no screen so you can't visually navigate a play list of programs and so are left with the ffwd button.
Summary: I love it, especially now that iTunes includes easy access to podcasts. This is now the way I get all of my audio/radio programming. Hopefully, iTunes will come around ...
Summary: I love it, especially now that iTunes includes easy access to podcasts. This is now the way I get all of my audio/radio programming. Hopefully, iTunes will come around and allow me to set up an autofill from "podcasts" in the source list.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect for those of us who know their music library
by watts300 on July 17, 2005
Pros: Weight. Rarely used buttons.
Cons: Transfer speed isn't quite indicative of USB2.
Summary: This MP3 player was a steal. I absolutely love it. Most will complain about the lack of display. To me, that's not an issue because I know all of ...
Summary: This MP3 player was a steal. I absolutely love it. Most will complain about the lack of display. To me, that's not an issue because I know all of the music that is on my computer. So whether the playlist is created manually, or randomly, I still choose the songs that go on it. Newly acquired music? I got it because I like it, song name isn't a big a deal when I'm on the go. I can check that later.
I have a computer that remains on 24-7, so a battery charge of ~12 hours isn't a problem either. Just keep it plugged in when its not in use. For most other people, a computer turned on for 4 hours shouldn't be a problem either.
PC users: Ditch iTunes. I've never liked it and my iPod furthers that belief. There is a plug in for WinAmp that will support iPods. Use iTunes once to adjust the allocation slider to full storage. After that, use WinAmp. Sure, WinAmp doesn't have an AutoFill feature, but trade that for forgetting about the allocation slider (any space unused by music is automatically space for file storage). WinAmp also will not require the deletion of everything on the iPod when it is plugged into a second computer. I have always found WinAmp to be a superior media player, and such is the case here.
Only reason for 9 star rating: Slowish transfer speed (monitorable in WinAmp). I see on average 1.7 - 1.9MBps. If I ever want to completely reload this thing, it kinda takes a while to send over.
Other gripes typical with Shuffle reviews don't coincide with what this is meant to be: ultra portable with little user reliablity.
Go. Press play. Enjoy.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great for a 1gb flash MP3 player and CHEAP
by CTIcochise on May 19, 2005
Pros: Simple design, small, tough
Cons: No screen, no radio, iTunes.
Summary: I bought this MP3 player mainly for running, and exercise. There is none better for this. 1gb flash for $150. I couldn't find cheaper. I didn't want a ...
Summary: I bought this MP3 player mainly for running, and exercise. There is none better for this. 1gb flash for $150. I couldn't find cheaper. I didn't want a Mini or any other player with a micro drive, as enough running with them, and they quit working. People bash them for having just a shuffle feature...Why? It's an MP3 PLAYER! You should have music you love on it anyway, and it mixes it up!
The windows iTunes program was a bit confusing at first, and it is rediculous that there is no Windows 98 support. And having to charge it on my USB drive kind of sucks.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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If you are looking for a versititle mp3 player that doubles as a flashdrive your look is over.
by tuckrj on March 21, 2005
Pros: Compact, durable, easy to use.
Cons: No screen - on/off button can be difficult to manipulate
Summary: I think the ipod shuffle is a great addition to the ipod family. I do a lot of walking with my dogs and was tired of lugging around a portable ...
Summary: I think the ipod shuffle is a great addition to the ipod family. I do a lot of walking with my dogs and was tired of lugging around a portable CD player. I was thinking of getting an ipod, but was put off by the price. Along came the ipod shuffle. It is a rugged little mp3 player. I don't have to worry about a hard disk skipping if I have to start running to go after one of the dogs. It holds more than enough songs for a long walk. I use my ipod shuffle as flashdrive as well. I use it both on Apple and PC machines. It works flawlessly with both. The controls are easy to use and the sound from this little machine is amazing. Overall, I am very satisfied with my purchase. I recommend it to anyone who needs an mp3 player to use while exercising.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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very happy, non-Mac user, rating this product, read on
by Jerrodkowalski on March 12, 2005
Pros: Does exactly what it says it will do
Cons: Battery life could be short?not sure yet
Summary: Preview: You will likely notice there is a wide range of user ratings. I submit that you consider the ?reviewer? when you read as people have a tendency to review ...
Summary: Preview: You will likely notice there is a wide range of user ratings. I submit that you consider the ?reviewer? when you read as people have a tendency to review the company, the brand and their own expectations instead of the PRODUCT. I will review the product here.
Review: The unit is small and light. The case is clean and the use of buttons is efficient. It hangs on my neck with no noticeable weight. Manipulation is easy, functional and fast enough. It holds plenty of songs and is easy enough to swap songs using the iTunes interface. It sounds very good and the volume manipulation occurs in small intervals, which means I can set it to my exacting taste without big jumps in volume. I do wish it had a grip of some kind on the on-off button. I?ll stick something there; enjoy.
Note: I don?t use Mac. I don?t like the lock-in issues with the AAC format. I?m not happy that I can only import to iTunes and not export to MusicMatch or WMP or other player programs, buts that about the program not the product. I point this out so as to help you consider the validity of my review of the iShuffle by itself. END2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Amazing Price. Apple has done it again!
by HatchbackMustang on March 10, 2005
Pros: Excellent Price. Clean Design. Easy to Use.
Cons: Shuffle mode at times can be a little difficult.
Summary: Well to start out with, this is the cheapest ipod out there. I got it partly due to the fact that my old Thumb/Flash drive broke that used to ...
Summary: Well to start out with, this is the cheapest ipod out there. I got it partly due to the fact that my old Thumb/Flash drive broke that used to store files on, so I saw this at the apple keynote speech, and thought it was amazing. You just cant beat the price. Most 1 gig Flash Drives that only store files, are 120-130. So I spend 140 on an apple product that is a quality product and you can listen music on also.
Next is the design. Yes, I know, no LCD, well why are they so good in LCD MP3 players? You still will go through the songs at the same speed, so I was like, whats the difference. I do have a 40 gig photo iPod, and this is nice to use at college for my computer courses for saving my work on, its also really nice to just grab and put 50 songs on to go to school with that day. THat way if this ever gets stolen or anything, its not like my 500 dollar full size. The shuffle is a lot more replaceable.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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AWSOME!!!!!!
Pros: GREAT PRODUCT!! Would recommend to anyone who doesn't want to pay the 250 for the iPod mini or doesn't have 1000 songs i would get it! I got the 1 GB, and it was defiently the better deal! For 50 dollars more i got twice as many songs! GREAT PRODUCT OVERA
Cons: THe only con about this product is it doesn't have a screen! But it really doesn't but me because i love using the shuffle feature! As apple says " Life is random"
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Apple
- Part number: M9725LL/A
- Description: Time to mix things up. Meet iPod shuffle, the unpredictable new iPod. What will it play next? Can it read your mind? Can it read your moods? Load it up. Put it on. See where it takes you. Welcome to a life less orderly. As official soundtrack to the random revolution, the iPod Shuffle Songs setting takes you on a unique journey through your music collection - you never know what's around the next tune. Meet your new ride. More roadster than Rolls, iPod shuffle rejects routine by serving up your favorite songs in a different order every time. Just plug iPod shuffle into your computer's USB port, let iTunes Autofill it and get a new experience with every connection. The trail you run every day looks different with an iPod shuffle. Daily gridlock feels less mundane when you don't know what song will play next. iPod shuffle adds musical spontaneity to your life. Lose control. Love it.
General
- Product type Digital player
- PC interface(s) supported USB
- Flash memory installed 1 GB Integrated
- Digital storage 1 GB None
- Weight 0.8 oz
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 1 in x 0.3 in x 3.3 in
- Included accessories Carrying strap
- Software type Apple iTunes
- iPod Generation 1G
Carrying Case
- Case type None
Digital Player / Recorder
- Supported digital audio standards AAC, MP3, WAV, Audible
- Playback modes Playlist, Random play / shuffle
- Edit functions Erase
- Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Supported bit rate 8 - 320 Kbps
- External hard drive function Yes
- Additional features Variable bit-rate compatible
Audio Features
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Amplifier response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Additional features Upgradeable firmware, USB 2.0 compatibility
CD System
- Playback modes Repeat one/all
- Digital audio standards supported MP3, MP3 VBR, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, AIFF, Audible
- ID3 tag support No
Equalizer
- Equalizer type No
Remote Control
- Remote control None
Microphone
- Microphone type None
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 1 x USB cable -
- Connector type 1 x Headphones Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x USB 4 pin USB Type A
Battery / Power
- Battery Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
- Mfr estimated battery life 12 hour(s)
- Recharge time 4 hour(s)
- Power device type None
System Requirements
- Peripheral / Interface devices CD-ROM, USB port
- Operating system Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Apple MacOS X 10.2.8 or later, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
Product series
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Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Digital player, 512 MB, AAC, MP3, WAV, Audible, Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
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Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Digital player, 1 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, Audible, Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
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