Apple iPod nano (2nd Gen, 2006)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 6219 reviews of Apple iPod nano (2nd Gen, 2006). The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and price. The portability and design are also appreciated, whereas many are critical about the connectivity and 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 nano (2nd Gen, 2006) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Apple iPod nano (2nd Gen, 2006)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 140 user reviews of Apple iPod nano (2nd Gen, 2006) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, 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 portability and battery. The design and price also get good opinions. Many are critical about the reliability.

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82% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Apple iPod nano (2nd Gen, 2006)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4714 user reviews of Apple iPod nano (2nd Gen, 2006) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the sound and price. The design and portability are also mentioned favorably. There are some negative reviews about the connectivity and reliability.

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

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Expert review by : PC Magazine (pcmag.com)

Apple iPod nano

Very thin. Excellent sound quality. Color screen.

No photo pan or zoom. No FM tuner or voice recording.

Sure, it doesn't have an FM tuner or voice recording, but it does have an unsurpassed interface, excellent sound quality, and an undeniable cool factor.

Jul, 2007

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Expert review by : Eric Butterfield (pcworld.com)

Apple iPod nano, second generation (2G) 4GB

Like the first iteration of the iPod Nano, the 4GB second-generation Nano ($199 as of 1/9/07) is small. It weighs 1.4 ounces and measures roughly a quarter-inch thick--thin and light enough to be barely noticeable sitting in your shirt pocket. Its...

High audio quality ; Elegant design

Limits you to iTunes Music Store

The Nano has an elegant design and top-notch audio quality. But it limits you to using the iTunes Music Store.

Jan, 2007

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Expert review by : Christopher Breen (pcworld.com)

Apple iPod nano, second generation (2G) 8GB

Sep, 2006

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Expert review by : Mike Kobrin (pcmag.com)

Apple iPod nano 8 GB (2nd Generation)

Amid all the hooplah at Apple's September 12 press event, the company released the second generation of its wildly popular iPod nano. Thanks to its new anodized aluminum casing, the new model looks much like the now-defunct iPod mini, but much, much...

Sturdy metal casing. Very slim. Bright screen. Supports Audible and lossless compression. Very good sound quality. Cool new search feature. Excellent software integration. Gapless playback. Long battery life

No integrated FM tuner, voice recorder, or video playback. Nonremovable battery ; Watch the Apple iPod nano Video Review

This is the finest flash player out there in terms of look and feel. Other players have the iPod beat in terms of features, but I like the iPod's lossless compression and Audible support, as well as the cool new search feature.

Sep, 2006

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Expert review by : Christopher Breen (pcworld.com)

Apple iPod nano (2G, Late 2006)

Bright screen ; Support for voice memos ; Rugged exterior ; Improved Center button “feel ; Bright colors ; Solid battery life ; Alphanumeric overlay browsing feature

Takes longer to sync than previous nano ; Text search can be tedious ; Earbuds won't fit everyone

Sep, 2006

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Expert review by : Jasmine France (cnet.com)

Apple iPod Nano (2nd generation) review: Apple iPod Nano (2nd generation)

The second-generation Apple iPod Nano takes on a new scratch-resistant aluminum body, which is available in a variety of bright and shiny colors; it's still superslender but more durable, thanks to a seamless construction. It supports photos (with...

The iPod Nano still doesn't play video, not that you'd want to watch it on the small screen, and there's no built-in FM tuner or recording capability; not all color options are available for all memory sizes.

The second-generation Apple iPod Nano is like the successful offspring of an iPod Mini and a first-generation iPod Nano. It's small, stylish, user-friendly, and competitively priced--a great player all around and suitable for a variety of users.

Sep, 2006

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Expert review by : Donald (cnet.com)

iPod Nano review: Being small isn't enough

With a revamped design and new features, Apple's seventh-generation iPod Nano sits squarely in the middle of the iPod family. But can this tiny but pricey media player distinguish itself in the shadow of the iPod Touch?

The ; new home button and longer screen offer a familiar smartphone-style interface, and the added Bluetooth compatibility opens the device up to a number of wireless audio accessories.

The screen resolution is mediocre, there's no integrated headphone remote, and it still lacks the camcorder, microphone, speaker, games, calendar, contacts, notes, and alarm clock that Apple cut from the Nano last year. And let's not forget that...

The seventh-generation iPod Nano is an incredibly compact portable media player with gym-friendly features, but it's overshadowed by the superior value of Apple's iPod Shuffle and fourth-generation iPod Touch.

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Expert review by : 411Team Specialist (my411family.com)

Apple iPod Nano Review

The Apple iPod has been one of the standard MP3 players for a while now, and every once in a while they throw out an upgrade to keep things interesting. The iPod Nano is a very small and flat version of the iPod, and while it doesn't hold as many...

The Nano is a great addition to the iPod family. It's easy to carry around everywhere, because it's so small, durable, and light. The screen is small and it doesn't play video which is a definite downside, but if the only thing you want to do is listen...

Jan, 2007

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Expert review by : Julie Strietelmeier (the-gadgeteer.com)

Apple iPod Nano (2nd Generation)

New aluminum shell doesn't attract fingerprints and smudges, Brighter display, New song title search feature, Better battery life claims, New aluminum shell doesn't attract fingerprints and smudges, Brighter display, New song title search feature,...

Doesn't play videos, just displays photos, Touch wheel feels a bit cheaper than original nano, Doesn't play videos, just displays photos, Touch wheel feels a bit cheaper than original nano

Jan, 2007

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Expert review by : iLounge (ilounge.com)

Apple Computer iPod nano Lanyard Headphones (Second-Generation)

Last week's introduction of the second-generation, aluminum-bodied iPod nano forced Apple Computer to introduce several refreshed accessories that fit the new model's slightly changed body size and shape. The most changed of the bunch is Apple's...

A simple combination of newly improved Apple iPod earbuds with an all-white fabric lanyard necklace and matching white plastic attachment for the aluminum-bodied iPod nanos. Easy to adjust, minimalist design that's visually inoffensive

High price. Nothing special about either the earphones or the lanyard. Color of accessory doesn't visually match top-end, all-black iPod nano ; no black-colored version is available

After getting a 2G Nano for my wife (I've had a 5G for a while now), I also got her the Nike kit and this lanyard. However, turns out the lanyard is stupidly not compatable with the Nike kit. It went back to the store today

Sep, 2006

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