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Apple iPod Mini (1st Gen, 2004)

Apple iPod Mini (1st Gen, 2004)
alaScore 88

4181 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4181 reviews of Apple iPod Mini (1st Gen, 2004). The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the sound and size. The portability and design are also mentioned favorably, whereas comments are divided on the price. There are some critical views about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Apple iPod Mini (1st Gen, 2004) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Apple iPod Mini (1st Gen, 2004)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 337 user reviews of Apple iPod Mini (1st Gen, 2004) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the sound and portability. The design and price also get good comments. There are some critical views about the reliability.

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87% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Apple iPod Mini (1st Gen, 2004)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3060 user reviews of Apple iPod Mini (1st Gen, 2004) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the size and price. The portability and design are also mentioned favorably, but there are some less positive opinions about the reliability.

usability, design, portability, price, size

reliability

83% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Melissa J. Perenson (pcworld.com)

iPod Mini

 

With its streamlined, colorful design and easy-to-use click wheel, Apple's original IPod Mini established itself as a head turner. The second-generation, 6GB Mini upholds the tradition--except this time, you'll be wowed not just by the Mini's looks,...

Our biggest gripe about the Mini relates to the unit's imprecise power gauge. The Mini played trouble-free for several hours on a--empty,a-- for example. We'd have liked a more accurate predictor of when the unit was on the verge of conking out

Mar, 2005

Expert review by : Jasmine France and Eliot Van Busk (cnet.com)

Apple iPod Mini (second generation) review

 

Intro The iPod brand has become synonymous with excellent portable audio players, and the second-generation Apple iPod Mini carries on the tradition with its fashionable, intelligent design. Apple has made precious few (but all necessary) updates to...

Best-of-breed design and interface; comes in four colors; excellent playlist features; clean sound; smooth syncing with iTunes; organizes contacts; includes games; functions as an external drive; large third-party support; improved battery life.

No FM radio or recording capabilities; battery not user-replaceable; FireWire cable and AC adapter not included.

In the iPod Mini redux, Apple offers two capacity options and a more competitive pricing scheme--welcome improvements in an already fantastic player.

Mar, 2005

Expert review by : Doug Felteau (gizmosforgeeks.com)

Review: Apple's iPod mini

 

The iPod mini, along with a slew of iPod third party add-ons, has taken the world by storm. If you haven't seen the trademark white earbud headphones around, you obviously have not left your home in quite some time. Even the President has gotten into...

The iPod mini is a very exciting product from the second you start to open the box through using it.

Jun, 2005

Expert review by : Robert Sinke (dapreview.net)

Basically a weakly-powered v2

 

OLD* Apple iPod Mini: Accessories Like its bigger brother, the Mini comes packed in a nice little box, less-brightly colored but equal in size. Unlike its main content, of course. Unpacking the whole thing goes without problems; it's always good to have

Mar, 2005

Expert review by : Robert Sinke (dapreview.net)

iPod Mini (4GB) 1st generation

 

OLD* Apple iPod Mini: Accessories Like its bigger brother, the Mini comes packed in a nice little box, less-brightly colored but equal in size. Unlike its main content, of course. Unpacking the whole thing goes without problems; it's always good to...

While the iPod Mini might perform just as we'd want it to (on-par with the 4th generation of iPods on most levels), there are certain aspects that might be considered as "flaws to the concept". First of all, it's actually not really that compact - it's...

Mar, 2005

Expert review by : Austin Vaughan (dapreview.net)

on Wednesday, April 14 (2004) 12:00AM

 

This applies to the version 2 iPod only. Old notes from 2002. Pros Size. iPod is still one of the smallest and lightest hard-disk player on the market. Weight. At under 6 ounces, you can barely feel it in your pocket. User Interface. Simple and efficient.

Size. iPod is still one of the smallest and lightest hard-disk player on the market ; Weight. At under 6 ounces, you can barely feel it in your pocket ; User Interface. Simple and efficient. It needs almost no explanation for new users ; Fit and...

Price. iPod is the most expensive MP3 player, but its also the smallest hard-disk player ; Included Software. For PC users, MusicMatch Jukebox is included which many people strongly dislike. Like me. However an excellent replacement called Ephpod is...

Size. iPod is still one of the smallest and lightest hard-disk player on the market

Apr, 2004

Expert review by : Jason Snell (macworld.com)

Review: iPod mini

 

The two most difficult aspects of the iPod mini to judge are its storage capacity and its price, because they're so dependent on your own needs. If you've got a huge music library and rely on picking an obscure track from an even more obscure artist at ra

Extremely small and light ; attractive colors ; clickable scroll wheel

No remote control included ; two-line Now Playing screen, incompatible with media-reading and voice-recording add-ons

The Smallest, Lightest iPod Ever Makes a Big Impression

Feb, 2004

Expert review by (metally.net)

Apple iPod Mini Review

 

This season's must-have accessory? Your music. Listen in style with iPod mini. Like any classic fashion icon, iPod mini goes with everything: Macs, PCs, sequins, and tees. And with up to 18 hours of battery life, it'll outlast the latest trend....

So light and colorful, iPod mini yearns for the limelight. Indulge in a little scene-stealing yourself when you wear your music on your sleeve or around your neck. With optional accessories, including a stylish lanyard and mix-and-match armbands, your...

Expert review by : Melissa J. Perenson (goodgearguide.com.au)

Apple iPod mini

 

With its streamlined, colourful design and easy-to-use click wheel, Apple's original iPod mini established itself as a head turner. The second-generat...

Extra capacity over earlier model, easy song navigation

Lacks microphone, imprecise power gauge

Slick looks coupled with improved battery life and the iPod's signature ease of use make this player an excellent bet; but beware of add-on costs for such basics as the FireWire cable.

Mar, 2005

Expert review by : Jasmine France and Eliot Van Busk (cnet.co.uk)

Apple iPod Mini (second generation) review

 

Intro The iPod brand has become synonymous with excellent portable audio players, and the second-generation Apple iPod Mini carries on the tradition with its fashionable, intelligent design. Apple has made precious few (but all necessary) updates to...

Best-of-breed design and interface; comes in four colors; excellent playlist features; clean sound; smooth syncing with iTunes; organizes contacts; includes games; functions as an external drive; large third-party support; improved battery life.

No FM radio or recording capabilities; battery not user-replaceable; FireWire cable and AC adapter not included.

In the iPod Mini redux, Apple offers two capacity options and a more competitive pricing scheme--welcome improvements in an already fantastic player.

Mar, 2005

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