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Manufacturer: Apple Part number: MA564LL/A
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- 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.
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CNET editors' review
Apple iPod Shuffle (second generation 2006, 1GB, silver) price range: $54.80
- Reviewed by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 01/29/2007
The good: The competitively priced iPod Shuffle has a dead-simple user interface with satisfying tactile controls, and its integrated belt clip provides a handy way to keep track of the player. The Shuffle is available in five, metallic colors, and the package includes a cute little syncing cradle.
The bad: The iPod Shuffle has no screen, so there's no way to navigate easily among artists, albums, or playlists. And it only offers so-so sound quality. The player might be too small for some users, and nonstandard USB syncing takes away from its plug-and-go appeal.
The bottom line: 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.
User reviews
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You Just Don't Get It
by Tech2005 on November 4, 2006
Pros: Tiny, wearable, easy to Navigate
Cons: None - read below.
Summary: I just don't understand all of the complaining about "no screen." Waaaaaah. Look outside of your own universe people. There are those of us who want to go to ...
Summary: I just don't understand all of the complaining about "no screen." Waaaaaah. Look outside of your own universe people. There are those of us who want to go to the gym, or ride a bike, or go jogging and we don't need 120,000 songs and we don't want to bother with a screen and looking up artists, songs, etc. and I don't want this dead weight hanging off an armband or in a pocket. I want compactness and compatibility. I have a nano and it doesn't play video, but I don't *****. I understand its purpose. You need to understand why this product is being made and who is ultimately going to use it and buy it. Finally, I find it amusing how everyone talks about its functionality and lack of a screen, etc., but no-one talks about the sound quality...it's a freakin' music player after all! Waaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhh - I just want to complain and say the same thing everyone else has..... wahhhhhhhhhhhh...btw, I think it sounds just fine...waaaaaaaaaaahhhhhh.
30 out of 46 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Nice looking redesign, but...
by bluemonq on November 4, 2006
Pros: Attractive redesign; handy integrated clip; still intuitive
Cons: Sound quality is poorer
Summary: For a cheap mp3 player that will hold a decent amount of tracks, this isn't a bad buy. The redesign looks a lot better than the original, though it ...
Summary: For a cheap mp3 player that will hold a decent amount of tracks, this isn't a bad buy. The redesign looks a lot better than the original, though it wasn't really a selling point for me. The clip is nice to have, but it seems a little weak. Yes, it doesn't have a screen, but that would just end up shortening the battery life, so I can live without it.
What's irritating is the fact that, comparing it with the 1stGen 512MB Shuffle I have, the sound quality is worse. There's a little static if you twist the plug, as CNET mentioned. However, there is also a soft high-pitched whine that does not occur on the old Shuffle. Perhaps it's just my unit (and if you're the type to blast music loudly, you've probably lost that portion of your hearing anyway), but I'm a little disappointed.11 out of 11 users found this user opinion helpful.
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See my trick to boost the volume and change the eq sound!!!
by JJJJJETS on November 3, 2006
Pros: Great for the gym and on the run...It's my backup mp3 player to my cowon iaudio...
Cons: The old headphones were included...all the other new ipods have the new headphones...
Summary: As it lacks bass as all the ipods do here's the tip and then it'll sound tons better...go to your music library...then select all in edit......
Summary: As it lacks bass as all the ipods do here's the tip and then it'll sound tons better...go to your music library...then select all in edit...right click anywhere...choose get info...you'll see a box...drag the volume slider 95% to the right and change the eq setting to hip-hop...select ok...and ok the change for multiple items in the next screen...when your screen turns back to blue...click anywhere...resync your shuffle...and wow!!!...just lower the volume before you replug your headphones in so you can readjust it...and now you have a little powerhouse...I give it an 8 because it came with the old style headphones, but I don't use them anyway...
7 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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It can never be too small!!
by Two Dollar on November 6, 2006
Pros: Size, built in clip, aluminum casing....what's not to love
Cons: Clip spring could be stronger
Summary: I ordered 2 second generation iPod Shuffles direct from Apple and had them personalized with custom laser etching. When they arrived they looked beautiful and you couldn't ask for ...
Summary: I ordered 2 second generation iPod Shuffles direct from Apple and had them personalized with custom laser etching. When they arrived they looked beautiful and you couldn't ask for a simpler mp3 player.
I've read complaints about the lack of a screen and that it might be too small. How can an mp3 player be too small???? The smaller the better if you ask me. I clip the new shuffle to my belt loop or even my shirt and I never have to worry about it getting in my way, taking up too much space in my pocket, or worry about a screen getting scratched. I can't think of a better gym accessory.
Why do you need a screen? If you are loading the songs onto your own iPod, I imagine you recognize each song as it plays and don't need a visual reminder. Also, the whole point of the shuffle is too keep things simple and to get away from the navigational tools that people use to listen to the same songs in their collection over and over again. With the shuffle you might hear a song that you forgot about....the next song is always a surprise.
The new iPod shuffle is a great little player and I reccommend it for anyone who cares about style and minimizing bulk, while still getting to listen to all their favourite songs. This player isn't for the hardcore techy who must have all their music perfectly categorized all the time and have every song instantly accessible. That's not the point of the shuffle, that's what the Nano and iPod Movie are for.Updated
I've had this ipod for a couple days now and all I can say is wow. Great sound, easy controls, no worrying about an ipod protector or skin.....and boy does it turn heads. I walk around with it clipped to my jacket and I swear the little iPod turns heads better than a Ferrari driving past. Heads keep turning in my direction and I've actually been stopped by people asking me where to get one!6 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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A trick for navigating through songs on a Shuffle
by birdbrainz on November 3, 2006
Pros: Small and inexpensive
Cons: Can't connect to my Monster Car FM transmitter
Summary: There's a cleaver workaround for choosing your music on a Shuffle:
Select Shuffle mode and keep advancing to a new song until you get to the album you want ...Summary: There's a cleaver workaround for choosing your music on a Shuffle:
Select Shuffle mode and keep advancing to a new song until you get to the album you want to listen to, then turn shuffle off and go to track one.
While it's not as easy as a screen, it gets the job done.5 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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One word: wow
by neutrality_is_bliss on September 13, 2006
Pros: Diminuitive size, 1 GB of memory, awesome style and design
Cons: less than desired battery life, only one color :(
Summary: I'd have to say that Apple has done it again. Personally, i can see this as a great 2nd mp3 for anyone with a pvp or other high-capacity premium ...
Summary: I'd have to say that Apple has done it again. Personally, i can see this as a great 2nd mp3 for anyone with a pvp or other high-capacity premium player that supports video.
Its size makes it perfect for day-to-day use and the included dock and a decrease of ports to just one(!) just seals the deal.
although audio battery life is but a mediocre rated 12 hours, i can't blame it because of its sheer size.
I am definitely getting one of these to sub in for my old RCA =)Updated
first off, my primary player is NOT an ipod. I am not an ipod fanboy, nor am i an ipod hater. I anm only trying to give an objective, albeit somewhat biased review of a product i've compared with similar offerings. given the price, sound quality and size, this is a very good player to consider.8 out of 15 users found this user opinion helpful.
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How does CNET mark it down for being small?
by cpearson on November 16, 2006
Pros: Very small; simple interface; built-in clip removes the need for third-party attachments
Cons: Battery life seems like it should be a little longer.
Summary: How can CNET seriously mark the score down for the size being too small. In the age of gadgets getting smaller and smaller, Apple designs one that is very small, ...
Summary: How can CNET seriously mark the score down for the size being too small. In the age of gadgets getting smaller and smaller, Apple designs one that is very small, why complain about it?
If another company besides Apple came out with one that is similar size, I bet James Kim would love it. The Mobiblu Cube2 is about the same size, and no negative mention was about size in the Cube2's review cons. Is it just because it's from Apple?
Also, here's something Apple doesn't want you to know: the Shuffle doesn't have a screen. What!? So how am I supposed to see what songs are coming up? Oh wait, that's the point of this player, the iPod SHUFFLE.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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HATE APPLE .... LOVE THIS IPOD
by JRHOADES20 on March 21, 2007
Pros: Size, Size, Size, built in clip
Cons: not standard usb to charge
Summary: I have alway hated Apple, and Itunes, I hate being forced to use a certain application to use a product. My girlfriend got this item to work out with, I ...
Summary: I have alway hated Apple, and Itunes, I hate being forced to use a certain application to use a product. My girlfriend got this item to work out with, I was convinced it would be good for that purpose so I didnt totally pursuade her away from it. She bought it, and I was jealous, after a week and half I went out and bought one. I love this products size, and built in clip. I just wish I could charge it with a usb cable, hate having to take the dock whenever I want to transfer music or charge. Overall I love this product.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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No LCD? Who Cares!
by goldberg3971 on January 16, 2007
Pros: Small size, simple design, clip
Cons: None to speak of
Summary: All I hear is "Wah wah! There's no LCD!" Well look at the name "iPod SHUFFLE" The purpose of this is to not know what the next song will ...
Summary: All I hear is "Wah wah! There's no LCD!" Well look at the name "iPod SHUFFLE" The purpose of this is to not know what the next song will be! Now that I've got that out of the way here's what I think makes it perfect. The small size makes it almost unnoticeable. If you constantly forget where you put your things, this is not the player for you. The simple design is also a plus. Just a play/pause, stop, rewind, fast forward, and volume up/down. The clip is a first on all the MP3 players I've ever seen. Now I can clip it to my backpack walking home. The clip is also a fashion statement. So all the people that want to be noticed should buy the Shuffle if they're not going to whine about the lack of LCD. This is probably one of the best MP3 players I have ever had. Go buy it if you're willing to give up a LCD for design and something that lives up to its name.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Important to note! It's a 'Lossless Loser'
by euromark on November 22, 2006
Pros: Size; function; looks; price
Cons: lack of lossless support
Summary: Ok. This baby just about won it all around for me -- until that is, I found out that it does not support AIFF or Apple Lossless formats.
I guess ...Summary: Ok. This baby just about won it all around for me -- until that is, I found out that it does not support AIFF or Apple Lossless formats.
I guess Apple thought that they should play the 'parent role' by limiting our ability to gobble up the 1GB of memory using a high bitrate/lossless codec format. Bad move.
Who is Apple to say how I should think about my music as it relates to playback quality? So what if I can only squeeze 50 songs onto the unit (admittedly, one can probably put more than 50 at lossless). To me, quality is more important than quantity. If I wanted quantity of music, I'd get the Nano or Ipod and benefit from more storage space and better navigation options.
Wow. I'm really disappointed. I do love this little guy. Apple -- can you send us a software update to enable AIFF/Lossless support. Think 'Let the consumer decide'. Or, anyone in the community 'hack savvy'?Updated
Sadly, this little guy pooped out. It seems like such a premature death. I don't think I had more than 10 listening sessions with him before he passed on.
Won't power up -- can't perform a reset on it, and feel like I'm stranded. And now, wouldn't you know it, Apple has colored these guys up (tempting).
I bought my GF the ipod nano with the nike+ in-shoe chip for running. It is very cool.
What to do? Maybe go for the nano/nike combo? Chance it on another loser?2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Apple
- Part number: MA564LL/A
- Description: The world's smallest digital music player, the 1GB iPod shuffle lets you wear up to 240 songs on your sleeve. Or your lapel. Or your belt. Clip on iPod shuffle and wear it as a badge of musical devotion. You know what they say about good things and small packages. But when something 1.62 inches long and about half an ounce holds up to 240 songs, "good" and "small" don't quite cut it. Especially when you can listen to your music for up to 12 continuous hours. In fact, iPod shuffle just may be the biggest thing in small. Clip it to your coin pocket. Clip it to your bag. No matter where you clip your skip-free iPod shuffle, you'll have instant access to music. And iPod shuffle's anodized aluminum enclosure goes with absolutely everything. Put it on, turn it up, and turn some heads. Got more than 240 songs in your iTunes library? No problem. Let iTunes autofill your iPod shuffle and get a new musical experience every time. Pop follows jazz. Rock follows rap. iPod shuffle loves to improvise. Take the Shuffle switch, for instance. Even if you've synchronized a particular playlist, you can shuffle songs with a flick.
General
- Product type Digital player
- PC interface(s) supported USB
- Flash memory installed 1 GB Integrated
- Digital storage None
- Weight 0.6 oz
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 1.6 in x 0.4 in x 1.1 in
- Body material Anodized aluminum
- Color Silver
- Included accessories [Jul 2, 2008 from CDS: Miscellaneous] Docking station
- iPod Generation 2G
Carrying Case
- Case type None
Digital Player / Recorder
- Supported digital audio standards MP3 ,
AIFF ,
Audible ,
AAC ,
WAV - Response bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Supported bit rate 8 - 320
- Additional features Variable bit-rate compatible
Audio Features
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Addtional features USB 2.0 compatibility,
Battery level indication 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
Connectivity
- Connector type 1 x Headphones Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
Battery / Power
- Battery Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
- Mfr estimated battery life 12 hour(s)
- Recharge time 4 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
- Operating system Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 or later,
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2 or later,
Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later,
Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 or later
Product series
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Apple iPod Shuffle (second generation 2006, 1GB, silver)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: 1 GB,
12 hour(s),
0.6 oz,
Player battery - Rechargeable - Lithium polymer,
MP3,
AIFF,
Audible,
AAC,
WAV,
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Apple iPod Shuffle (second generation 2008, 2GB, red)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs:
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Apple iPod Shuffle (second generation 2008, 1GB, red)
Manufacturer: Apple
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