Apple Ipod Shuffle (4th Gen)

3688 reviews

May, 2013

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 3688 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers are impressed by the reliability and storage. The build quality and size are also mentioned favorably, but there are some negative comments about the value for money.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other MP3 Players the Apple Ipod Shuffle (4th Gen) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by: Dana Wollman (laptopmag.com)

iPod shuffle (2010)

Apple's pint-size, screenless MP3 player is easier to use than the previous version and now has an impulse-buy price.

Lightweight design with a sturdy clip ; Straightforward interface ; Long battery life ; Can store multiple playlists ; No longer requires Apple's proprietary earbuds ; Attractive price

Loses headphones with inline controls ; Half the storage space as the last-generation shuffle

While we wish the iPod Shuffle ($49 for 2GB) still had inline headphone controls and were offered with 4GB of storage, we think Apple's redesign of this pint-size, music-only player is pretty smart. Thanks to physical buttons, it's easier to use than...

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by: Donald Bell (cnet.com)

Apple iPod Shuffle 2010 (2GB, pink)

The iPod Shuffle returns to its big-button glory days, only this time around it offers support for playlists, audiobooks, podcasts, Genius Mixes, and a multilingual VoiceOver feature that announces track information, battery status, and menu navigation.

The 2GB capacity can't hold much; there's no headphone remote nor radio; the track controls tend to get pinched when clipping the iPod to your clothes; and the chances of you accidentally running it through the washing machine are quite high.

The iPod Shuffle's buttons are back, and the lightest, smallest MP3 player on the planet is now better than ever.

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by: (pcmag.com)

Apple iPod shuffle (4th Gen. with Click Wheel)

Apple's fourth-generation iPod shuffle isn't going to elicit any "you've come a long way, baby" accolades, but adding a click wheel for navigation makes it far more user friendly. The shuffle has always been the least sexy player in the iPod line-upa...

Lowest-priced iPod. Now has on-player controls for easier navigation. Voiceover feature speaks the name of songs, artists, and playlists

Not a lot of storage. No screen, thus no video or photo support. Bundled with lousy earbuds

It's hard to get excited about an iPod with no screen, but Apple's inclusion of on-player controls makes the affordable shuffle easier to navigateand a better value.

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by: Jason Snell (pcworld.com)

Apple 2GB iPod shuffle (fourth generation, late 2010) Review - PCWorld

VoiceOver navigation

No way to lock out controls from inadvertent bumps

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by: Jonathan Rougeot (computershopper.com)

Apple iPod Shuffle (Fourth Generation)

The Shuffle is a nice option for gym bunnies or others seeking a simple, stylish music player. Those with more advanced needs will want to look elsewhere, however.

Extremely portable; return of control pad makes navigating music easy; long battery life

Clip location interferes with controls; only 2GB of memory; so small, it's easily lost

Those looking for a super-portable, super-cheap media player simply for playing audio files on the go should give the iPod Shuffle consideration. It's tiny, it offers some great features, and it sports an attractive design and price. It lacks many of...

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by: (avecmobile.com)

Apple iPod Shuffle portable music player

Apple iPod shuffle is a tiny - about the size of a bubblegum pack - MP3 player that comes in iPod ivory white. You can keep the player with you by hanging it round your neck on a lanyard. The iPod shuffle is extremely easy to use: all you really have...

Value for money: Apple iPod shuffle is good value for money considering its memory capacity and the fact that you get a genuine iPod. However, you have to decide if you really need a display on your MP3 player and if you really want to choose the music...

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Consumer review by: ChacoBurger1976 (cnet.com)

Very good, small player

Very good, small player, and much better than the 3g shuffle and better, probably, than the 6g nano.

Very small ; Easy to use even without a screen ; Good color choices ; Clips on to clothes, bag straps, etc ; VoiceOver is really good. Press it once to hear the song you're playing. Press it twice to hear the battery. Hold it to hear playlists ; Not...

When you press down the one side of the clip to put it on something you are likely to press the "Back" button, so I recommend holding down the play button until you hear a click through your headphones before clipping it on. This puts on buttonlock

Sep, 2011

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Consumer review by: joehino12 (cnet.com)

Don't buy this to run!!!

No Pro's at all

You woudl think this was made for those who workout and run becuase of how lightweight it is, however I had mine for 1 month before it stopped working! I have ran with it 5 times, and appearently sweating will damage it and Apple sees it as water damage

Jun, 2011

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Consumer review by: consumer01 (cnet.com)

Can't work out with it

Do not buy if using to workout. Choose another Ipod option.

Small. Easy to use. Big Buttons

Broke when sweat got on it after a month. You are better off sticking with a I Pod Nano and using an arm band to workout

Feb, 2011

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Consumer review by: grantgranola (cnet.com)

Excellent Product

I was in the market of getting a new MP3 player for my workout sessions. I have an iPhone, but I didn't want to use it while exercising, so the Shuffle fit my bill. It's perfect. It's extremely portable, it looks good, and it's durable.

Physical size, clip, battery life

Memory, pricey for what you get (but the small form factor is worth it)

Jan, 2011

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Product Specifications

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.