Typical price: £49
What is it: Flash-based 1GB MP3 player with clip
What we think: Ultra-simple and nearly invisible, although that might mean it's easy to lose
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 17 September 2007
Tags: Apple, Apple iPod shuffle (2nd generation, green), sports, phones, edge
We like:
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
We don't like:
No screen, so there's 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
CNET UK judgement:
If you like your music playback simple and your device nearly invisible, the third-generation iPod shuffle will suit you well. But absentminded users should steer clear of this easy-to-misplace player
Full review:
Editor's note: The following review was originally written for the second-generation Apple iPod Shuffle. The latest series of the shuffle is functionally identical to the second-generation series, although the colour options have changed -- and the shuffle now has the same lower-case name as its iPod kin. Continue Reading...
Apple iPod shuffle (2nd generation, green) History
31 Mar 2009 in Reviews
New iPod shuffle: Four great alternatives
The new iPod shuffle has no buttons and requires you use the cheap bundled headphones that come with it. Not impressed? Here are four must-see alternatives to consider
13 Nov 2008 in Crave
The complete history of Apple's iPod
We roll back the years and embark on a tour of the Apple iPod from its very first model, right up to the present day. Are you sitting comfortably? Then let's begin...
20 Feb 2008 in Crave
Apple slashes iPod shuffle price, adds 2GB version
Apple has added a 2GB version of the iPod shuffle and has slashed the price of the 1GB model to a meagre £32
9 Jan 2008 in Crave
Apple forced to lower price of music in UK iTunes store
Apple has just announced that it's equalising prices across Europe in the next six months, meaning that buying music on iTunes will be a little bit cheaper for us Brits
3 Oct 2007 in Crave
Blinged iPod shuffle in good taste shocker
You may need to sit down for this one, but a British jewelry designer has done what was previously thought impossible -- added diamonds to an MP3 player without making it look vulgar
Others to consider
Latest user reviews
Do you own this product? What do you think of it?
Write your own review of the Apple iPod shuffle (2nd generation, green)
Tell us what you think
Can't find the product you're looking for? Want to suggest a product for review?
Special Offers from our Sponsors
Latest MP3 player Reviews
Philips GoGear Muse
Good format support and a slick design can't make up for a poor screen and laborious user interface
Apple iPod shuffle (September '09, 3rd gen, 4GB)
Its small size is impressive, but makes it trickier to use than rival devices
Apple iPod touch (3rd gen, 64GB)
Lack of a camera is disappointing, but this is a truly excellent media player in almost all other respects
on MP3 & Digital Music
OpenOfficeMouse has frankly preposterous 18 buttons, joystick
With 18 buttons, 63 profiles and an analogue joystick, the OpenOfficeMouse by WarMouse is set to be the most customisable peripheral ever. And the most insane, by some distance
More:
