Testseek.co.uk have collected 89 expert reviews of the Apple iPod Shuffle 2G 1GB / 2GB and the average rating is 75%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Apple iPod Shuffle 2G 1GB / 2GB.
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Smallest and coolest digital music player in the world
15g weight
1GB capacity
12-hour battery life
Clips straight to clothing
Great sound quality
Supports iTunes Store
Smallest MP3 player in the world. Shockingly beautiful. Gloriously simple to use. ...
Its tiny! Clips on clothing Cool factor Reasonable storage
Even cheaper than the second-gen shuffle
Dead-simple user interface with satisfying tactile controls
Integrated belt clip provides a handy way to keep track of the player
Available in five metallic colours
Package includes a cute little syncing cradle
Integrated belt clip to keep track of the player
Syncing cradle
The editors didn't like
Lack of display will turn off some
Requires £19 power adaptor if you charge battery away from computer
No screen. Requires dock. Clip isn’t great with turtlenecks....
Needs dock to connect No screen
No screen
So theres no way to navigate easily among artists
Albums or playlists
Only offers so-so sound quality
Might be too small for some users
Non-standard USB syncing takes away from its plug-and-go appeal
So no way to navigate
Too small for some users
Nonstandard USB syncing takes away from its plug-and-go appeal
Abstract: At last, Apples iPod shuffle is no longer the runt of the iPod family. Long overdue for an upgrade since its debut at the start of 2005, the iPod shuffle waited patiently in the wings as Apple rolled out and then upgraded both the iPod nano and 5G iPo...
Abstract: The new, second-generation iPod Shuffle dramatically redesigns Apples ultra-simple music player. Its tiny — the size of a wired remote — yet it has a gigabyte of music storage. Apple claims a 240 song capacity; iTunes filled ours with 243 song...
Amazing size & sound
Ultimate portability
Very low $79 price
Dock-dongle required
Blah-quality previous-gen headphones included
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...
Very good sound quality. Extremely compact and sleek. Seamless integration with iTunes. Built-in clip. Sturdy aluminum casing. Inexpensive.
No screen. Doesnt work with iPod accessories that require a 30-pin dock connector. Charge/sync dock is bulky. No extra features.
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 tuner—or even support for many iPod accessories—is...
our top premium in-canal picks for punch and fidelity, respectively, and tested the new shuffle against the original version, a current-generation iPod nano, and the current, enhanced fifth-generation iPod. Though neither shuffle supports Apple Lossl...
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 un...
Back when Apple released the first iPod shuffle, the companys aggressive pricing literally rattled the entire flash memory market: you could hardly find a competing player with the same 512MB or 1GB capacities at Apples $99 and $149 price points. Tod...
Cute as a button; rugged finish; good battery life; plenty loud; attractive price.
Audio quality not as good as some other iPods; small size makes iPod harder to use; no Apple Lossless support.
After unveiling the world’s smallest iPod in September, Apple finally shipped the second edition of its display-less music player, the iPod shuffle ( ). Smaller than a matchbook and as thick as a AAA battery, this iPod comes in a single 1GB capacit...
The Apple iPod Shuffle is affordably priced with a compact design and long-lasting battery. It's both stylish and easily wearable, thanks to its sturdy built-in clip
Requires a USB sync from a PC or Mac running iTunes. There's no Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Only 2GB of storage. Navigating your music is a bit difficult without a screen. You can't download subscription Apple Music songs
Apple's most affordable iPod is a cheap, workout-friendly option for listening to music or podcasts, but it shows its age with a reliance on iTunes syncing and lack of wireless support...
