Apple 1GB 2nd Generation iPod Shuffle Review

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Apple 1GB 2nd Generation iPod Shuffle

If you are an owner of the 512 MB first generation iPod shuffle and are looking for an upgraded iPod, the new 1GB iPod Shuffle is just the option for you. iPod shuffle in its second generation is still affordable but loaded with better and much more advanced features.

Features of the 2nd Generation iPod Shuffle

The biggest advantage of owning one of these iPods is that it offers you double the space for holding songs. From 512 Mega Bytes storage capacity of iPod shuffle of First Generation, Apple has upgraded to 1 Giga Byte in the new iPod shuffle. It can hold about 240 songs. The basic functions still remain the same; it is just that the Second Generation iPod shuffle is more compact. It measures about 1.62 x 1.07 x 0.41 inches (WxHxD) and weighs about 0.55 ounces, around half the size of First generation shuffle. It comes with a little clip that can fit in your T Shirt or you Jeans pocket, unlike the old iPod which came with a thread that could be put around your neck.

iTunes

Just like all other iPods, the user can sync music with iTunes, which can be downloaded for free or by paying a little money from apple’s website. One can either import the entire music library on to iTunes and sync it with the iPod or download songs from the iTunes store or import songs from CDs. You can choose the songs from your iTunes library that you want to sync to you iPod. Also, you use random option and let iTunes itself choose a playlist for your iPod.

Usage

Shuffle is one of the most simple to use and hassle free MP3 player in the market. Other than playing you playlist in the order in which you chose the songs, shuffle, as the name suggests can shuffle your playlist. Thus, the order of the playlist will be unpredictable and make for an interesting music listening experience. It is thumb-friendly and its control pad is smooth.

Battery

Shuffle offers about 12 Hours of battery life. You can charge it directly from USB port of your computer or buy an enhancement set with a travel charger.

Verdict

The Apple 1GB 2nd Generation iPod Shuffle is a must have for both the old iPod users looking or an upgrade as well as the music lovers whoa re looking forward top buy their first music player.

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