Apple iPod shuffle 512MB - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The first-generation iPod shuffle, with its pack-of-gum shape, won over big numbers of people because of its tiny size, feather-light weight, ease of use, and low price. If you liked that model, you'll definitely be impressed by the second-generation ...

Pros: Very good sound quality. Extremely compact and sleek. Seamless integration with iTunes. Built-in clip. Sturdy aluminum casing. Inexpensive.

Cons: No screen. Doesn't work with iPod accessories that require a 30-pin dock connector. Charge/sync dock is bulky. No extra features.

Verdict: The second-generation iPod shuffle is impressively small, and the built-in clip makes it ideal for working out, running, or just casual listening. Its lack of a screen or any extras like an FM tuneror even support for many iPod accessoriesis countered ...

Review summary: digg_url = 'http://digg.com/apple/Second_generation_iPod_nano_reviewed_all_models_colors'; If you asked a thousand people early last year which iPod was likely to be the longest-lived - the iPod mini, iPod 4G, or iPod shuffle - virtually no one would ...

Pros: Apple's smallest and lightest iPod-branded audio player to date, featuring a strong and immediately eye-catching aluminum enclosure, rear clip, simple controls and indicator lights, plus an included dock for charging and computer synchronization. As ...

Cons: Audio quality has dipped modestly from prior shuffle, and isn't as clear with good earphones as a full-sized iPod or nano. Unable to recharge or sync on the go without carrying around the included dock, as no USB plug is integrated. Must turn unit off ...

Verdict: Oh, by the way, i just noticed that that "dock connector" looking nub inside the dock goes inside the clip of the shuffle to locate it against the jack. It is too big for a dock connector so there is otherwise no point

Review summary: The new iPod shuffle is surprisingly small. Holding this new shuffle in the palm of my hand reminds me of the Saturday Night Live comedy skit wherein a fake Steve Jobs disses the iPod nano as obs.

Pros: Amazing size & sound, Ultimate portability, Very low $79 price

Cons: Dock-dongle required, Blah-quality previous-gen headphones included

Verdict: Despite my minor irritation with the shuffle's dock-dongle, I am excited to give this new product an enthusiastic and vigorous 'two thumbs up'. The design of the shuffle itself is fantastic. The sound quality is stunning, so long as you use good third ...

Review summary: - It doesn't matter whether or not Apple's new iPod Shuffle can outdo other players in the market. All it matters is that Apple has a solid contender compared to the first-generation Shuffle. You can tell how dedicated a company is (with innovation) ...

Review summary: We thought the shuffle was a goner, but Apple thought otherwise. How's that for life is random?