Apple iPod nano 2GB Black

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2012-01-13 01:51:58

Average rating:87

Uk has collected 75 expert reviews for Apple iPod nano 2GB Black and the average expert rating is 87 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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gadgetshow.channel5.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:06

Average rating:100

Apple iPod Shuffle is the smallest digital audio player and considered as the budget model of Apple's line of iPods. It makes use of the tagline 'life is random' and weighs a mere 15 grams or 0.55 oz, and makes use of flash memory. Some iPod Shuffles c...

Forget everything you’ve heard about Apple being a brand reserved for superstar software developers and overpaid ad execs – here’s a rock-solid bargain to please all ears. Sound quality is (nearly) up to its bigger brethren and the Shuff...
Despite shock-proof playback, Apple’s white earbuds leap from your ears at the slightest hint of motion – annoying considering everything else about the Shuffle is geared up to complement a vigorous workout. They sound pretty dire, too, so swa...
The ever-so shiny Shuffle sings loud and proud from its tiny aluminium shell. Count your pennies – this is the best mini music player pocket-money can buy.Best offers for the Apple iPod ShuffleHouse of Fraser £45.99 Laskys £46.00 Micro Anv...

avreview.co.uk

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2012-01-13 01:51:08

Average rating:100

t includes the latest update of iTunes which has an enhanced search function (at the bottom of the music menu) that allows you to search for tracks or artists beginning with a certain letter or letters. It\'s not the cheapest at £129 for this 4GB version...

pcauthority.com.au

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2012-01-13 01:51:08

Average rating:0

Enjoy your music on the move: we try out five of the best flash-based MP3 players on the market.

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smh.com.au

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2012-01-13 01:51:08

Average rating:80

iPod nano Have you ever wondered why some MP3 players are barely the size of a matchbox while others are bigger than mobile phones? It all comes down to the memory. Larger players have a hard drive at their core, capable of holding...

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macworld.co.uk

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2012-01-13 01:51:10

Average rating:100

Only in the fast-paced world of technology would the words ‘What’s old is new again’ refer to a product that’s been dead for barely a year. And yet, how else would you describe the second-generation (2G) iPod nano, but as ‘th...

Bright screen, solid battery life, alphanumeric overlay browsing feature, support for voice memos, rugged exterior, bright colours, improved centre button “feel”...
Earbuds won’t fit everyone, text search can be tedious, takes longer to sync than previous nano...
The second-generation iPod nano is both a welcome step back to the more colourful (and scratch-resistant) days of the iPod mini and a moderate step forward in functionality. This middle-child iPod now feels and looks great with its rugged aluminium fi...

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itreviews.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:15

Average rating:0

redesigned, well-priced music player: When Apple refreshed its product range in September the iPod Nano got a significant makeover. It still uses flash memory, rather than a mini hard drive, but its gained some of the curves of the iPod...

techradar.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:15

Average rating:80

8GB player only comes in black, Can't play video or games, Verdict, Sexy, stylish, thin and trendy only the lack of video stand in their way of world domination...

Good battery life, Simplicity to use...
Restrictive iTunes software, It just plays music...
The baby iPod is style over substance incarnate. Thats not necessarily as bad as it sounds: to a lot of people, what their player looks like is genuinely important, as is feeling like theyve got something that seems worth the money they spent on it...

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pcadvisor.co.uk

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2012-01-13 01:51:17

Average rating:90

Only in the fast-paced world of technology could the words "Whats old is new again" refer to a product thats been dead for barely a year. Yet how else can you describe the second-generation nano but as the resurrection of the iPod mini? Though App...

The second-generation nano feels and looks great, with a rugged aluminium finish and bright display. Add the vastly improved battery, high-quality recording and search functions, and youve found this Christmass must-have purchase. Christopher Breen...

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goodgearguide.com.au

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2012-01-13 01:51:20

Average rating:80

The improvements are not groundbreaking, but the nano still remains an excellent portable music player and should keep iPod fans pleased.

New aluminium design and colours, Brighter display, Drop in price, Search function, Gapless playback. Better battery life...
No extras such as FM radio, Not all colours available for each size The Final Word The improvements are not groundbreaking, but the nano still remains an excellent portable music player and should keep iPod fans pleased.
The improvements are not groundbreaking, but the nano still remains an excellent portable music player and should keep iPod fans pleased.

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pcauthority.com.au

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2012-01-13 01:51:23

Average rating:83

The iPod Nano has been refined, and its larger capacity and sleek styling makes it more appealing than ever.

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expertreviews.co.uk

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2012-01-13 01:51:23

Average rating:80

Apple has done the nigh on impossible and made the iPod Nano even better. If you lamented the loss of the old metal-clad iPod Mini and werent tempted by the scratch-magnet Nano that Apple replaced it with, the new model may be just what youre looki...

Zdnet.com.au

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2012-01-13 01:51:43

Average rating:0

first take Apples second generation iPod Nano looks and feels better than the original, and comes in 2GB, 4GB and 8GB versions.

theregister.co.uk

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2012-01-13 01:51:47

Average rating:90

Of course, having established the black and white pairing and seen it emulated during the last 12 months by a thousand electronic devices, Apple has little choice but to make a change if its to stay ahead of the game, and at least this time round th...

The new Nano is certainly more iPod for your money, and theres no doubt that, feature-wise, its a big improvement over the first-generation model. Me, I prefer the look of the old one, but if the popularity of the multi-coloured iPod Mini is anythin...

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gadgetguy.com.au

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2012-01-13 01:51:57

Average rating:80

In its second iteration, the Nano continues to be an impressive personal music player.

Thin and light, easy iPod interface, good battery life.
iTunes has to be downloaded, no video, fixed battery, black only.
In its second iteration, the Nano continues to be an impressive personal music player.

stuff.tv

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2014-03-20 03:51:52

Average rating:100

At its unveiling in autumn 2005, the first-generation iPod Nano drew a chorus of gasps, followed by wild applause: it was undoubtedly the coolest MP3 player the world had ever seen. So it was shocking when, a year later, Steve Jobs unveiled the second-...

Stylish. 24-hour battery life. Robust design.
No video. No Windows Media support.
Not the most feature-rich Flash MP3 player, but still the sexiest – and the second-generation Nano addresses all the weaknesses of its predecessor...

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thestar.com.my

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2016-11-25 03:35:27

Average rating:0

Smaller nano with big improvements iPod nano (Apple Computer, Inc) Portable digital audio player Storage: 8GB Flash memory Interface: USB2.0 Battery: Built-in lithium-ion (maximum 24 hours playback) Other features: Image support, games, Nike + iPod s...

More affordable price; new design and colours; longer battery life, better search function.
Minor problems synching with iTunes.
CHONG JINN XIUNG says the new iPod nano comes with all the right reasons to finally own an iPod, if you have been holding back on owning one all this while.JUST when you thought things couldn’t get better for iPod owners everywhere, Apple launches a...

about.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:06

Average rating:80

The GoodLightweightAttractive priceAll the benefits of the iPod experience The BadLimited capacityCan't play TV, movies, or music videos Models2GB, 4GB, 8GB ColorsBlack, silver, pink, green, blue The PriceUS$149-$249The second-generation iPod nano fill...

macworld.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:07

Average rating:80

Macworld iPod Player hardware 2GB iPod shuffle Twice the capacity and $10 less than previous 2G shuffle by Christopher Breen, Macworld.com 0 Comments 0 Product:2GB iPod shuffleRatingProsCute, rugged finish; good battery life; loud as you need; very aff...

Cute, rugged finish; good battery life; loud as you need; very affordable.
No Apple Lossless support; not the best iPod for listening to podcasts and audiobooks.
Macworld iPod Player hardware 2GB iPod shuffle Twice the capacity and $10 less than previous 2G shuffle by Christopher Breen, Macworld.com 0 Comments 0 Product:2GB iPod shuffleRatingProsCute, rugged finish; good battery life; loud as you need; very aff...

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Digitaltrends.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:08

Average rating:0

Video Review: On September 12, 2006, Steve Jobs announced the immediate release of the "completely remastered" iPod nano. The new iPod nano sports an entire physical redesign and the brilliant use of tough, anodized aluminum as the main exte...

computershopper.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:08

Average rating:82

When Apple unveiled an arsenal of new iPods earlier this month, the highly anticipated touch-screen iPod Touch took center stage. But with a nifty new shape, added video capability, and an improved interface, the third-generation Nano de...

Attractive, compact design; large, beautiful screen; excellent battery life...
Small Click Wheel; Cover Flow browsing is slow...
With its cool, new shape, big, bright screen, and added video capability, the third-generation Nano gets almost everything right...

trustedreviews.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:08

Average rating:80

Apple may have blazed a trail in the world of digital music players for the past few years, but in the flash player stakes it's beginning to fall behind the competition. Not in the number of players it sells, or the amount of legal music downloads its cus...

In comparison to our current flash player of choice – iRiver's Clix 2 – Apple's latest nano has fallen behind the times a little. It does have a lovely colour screen but it can't play video, its sound quality isn't up there with the best and, though I hav...

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Laptopmag.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:08

Average rating:90

The iPod nano is still the king of ultra-slim MP3 players.

Slim and sturdy, Very good sound quality, Simple controls and navigation, Seamless software integration...
Lacks FM radio, No video playback...
Apples second-generation iPod nano represents the state of the art in MP3 player design, with an ultraslim metal body and the most intuitive interface in the business. It lacks extras like a built-in FM radio, voice recorder, and video support, but it...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:08

Average rating:80

iPod Nano The second-generation Nano delivers top-notch audio, and has a brighter screen than its predecessor. 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 rou...

High audio quality, Elegant design...
Limits you to iTunes Music Store...
The second-generation Nano delivers top-notch audio, and has a brighter screen than its predecessor.

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the-gadgeteer.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:10

Average rating:0

The Apple iPod nano has received an extreme makeover. Not that it really needed one though... The 1st generation iPod nano which was released approximately 1 year before the 2nd gen nano, looked like a baby version of the full sized player. This new...

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productsifter.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:11

Average rating:0

Get all the best features of a full-scale iPod, plus enough storage to hold up to 1,000 songs in a tiny colourful gadget and all for under £130. Its a great deal and makes the iPod nano our pick as the best budget iPod in Apples line up. It is also b...

tech2.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:11

Average rating:0

Its been a while since the new iPods and iTunes came out, and now that weve got all of them with us, we decided to take a very honest look at the new features they bring.One of the most impressive things that the new iPods bring—according to me&mdas...

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maclife.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:13

Average rating:100

As inspiration for the new iPod nano, Apple looked to an iPod of the past - the iPod mini. With its brightly colored aluminum casing, the second-generation iPod nano looks like a mini iPod mini, available in silver (2GB or 4GB); pink, green, and blu...

Aluminum body. Gapless playback. Longer battery life. Even slimmer design.
No FireWire syncing.
The new iPod nano is smaller, brighter, tougher, plays longer, and has double the capacity per dollar. Whats not to love?...

stuff.tv

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2012-01-13 01:51:13

Average rating:100

At its unveiling in autumn 2005, the first-generation iPod Nano drew a chorus of gasps, followed by wild applause: it was undoubtedly the coolest MP3 player the world had ever seen. So it was shocking when, a year later, Steve Jobs unveiled the second-...

Stylish. 24-hour battery life. Robust design.
No video. No Windows Media support.
Not the most feature-rich Flash MP3 player, but still the sexiest – and the second-generation Nano addresses all the weaknesses of its predecessor...

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ixbtlabs.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:15

Average rating:0

This article wont repeat an analysis of all iPod nano features. Well focus on innovations and changes compared to the previous model. Well also examine some popular accessories. The second generation of the popular player from Apple, presented by Ap...

This article wont repeat an analysis of all iPod nano features. Well focus on innovations and changes compared to the previous model. Well also examine some popular accessories. The second generation of the popular player from Apple, presented by Ap...

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techtree.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:15

Average rating:80

Apple iPod Nano was introduced on September 7, 2005, replacing the iPod mini, which was discontinued on the same day. It is considered as a hybrid of iPod Shuffle and iPod Mini. By looks, it was one of the classiest players with no competitor near-by...

Sleek and lightweight, Click Wheel Interface, Considerable improvements over previous generation, Search feature, High battery life, Improved earphones.
No TV Out, No FM Radio, Slightly Expensive.
Besides that, it also supports podcast, audio books and e-books in iPod Notes format. Besides that it supports Clock with Alarm, Games such as Solitaire and Brick, Contacts, Calendar, Notes, Stopwatch, Screen lock, Volume Limit, Equalizer and Search Fa...

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star-techcentral.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:20

Average rating:0

Smaller nano with big improvements iPod nano (Apple Computer, Inc) Portable digital audio player Storage: 8GB Flash memory Interface: USB2.0 Battery: Built-in lithium-ion (maximum 24 hours playback) Other features: Image support, games, Nike + iPod s...

More affordable price; new design and colours; longer battery life, better search function.
Minor problems synching with iTunes.
CHONG JINN XIUNG says the new iPod nano comes with all the right reasons to finally own an iPod, if you have been holding back on owning one all this while.JUST when you thought things couldn’t get better for iPod owners everywhere, Apple launches a...

consumerelectronicsnet.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:22

Average rating:0

Product Review Apple offers good value in video iPods and especially tiny Nanos By The Associated Press Fans of Apple Computer Inc.s portable music players will find the new, video-capable models of the iPod and its miniature counterpart, the Nano, c...

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technewsworld.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:23

Average rating:0

While Apples new iPod nano device is diminutive, its sound remains large. It delivers excellent audio fidelity through the earbuds included with the unit. In addition to playing music and photo slide shows, it comes with some useful extras, such as a...

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everythingusb.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:23

Average rating:0

Where to buy Apple iPod nano 4th Gen. (8GB, Black)StorePriceAvailabilityAmazon.com Marketplace$249.99In stock It's been a year since Apple first unveiled the iPod nano, and as Apple fans have all come to expect, they've worked out the bugs for a 2nd Ge...

Aluminium casing, Excellent audio quality, Gapless playback, Bright & colorful screen, 27 hour battery life, iPod mini casing in multiple colors...
USB speed 50% slower than previous generation, No downlodable games, No exciting new features...
Features? What new features? This is a bug fix, and a highly recommended one at that...

v3.co.uk

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2012-01-13 01:51:23

Average rating:80

The slimline nano gets a brightly coloured facelift...

Thetechlounge.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:28

Average rating:0

Apple is number one in the world when it comes to portable MP3 players. What started out as a niche industry by a company named Rio in the late 90s (who almost got sued out of business by the RIAA trying to convince the judge that we didnt have the ri...

Compact size and lightweight, At last, colors!, iTunes integration, Awesome battery life, Durable aluminum alloy casing, Brighter LCD, Double the storage compared to 1G nano at same price...
Price premium (4050% according to analysts), Search feature isnt terribly useful on small capacity iPods, Still no builtin FM tuner, Color selection is limited by capacity (see below for details)...
The battery life was astounding. In our somewhat scientific test we achieved over a 100% increase from the previous generation iPod nano. Even if you were to run a more practical situation and cut 20% off battery life, youre still looking at almost 20...

ipodobserver.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:29

Average rating:100

Take away the pretty new packaging, and Apples new iPod nano is very similar to the original. Not that thats a bad thing, of course, when you consider what a home-run Apple hit with the first nano, and that the price remains the same despite beefier...

macnews.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:33

Average rating:90

The second generation iPod nano is a worthy successor to generation one. It’s more colorful (a la the iPod mini that it replaced), has more capacity and is more affordable. There’s a lot to love about the nano, but the main attraction of the s...

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arstechnica.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:35

Average rating:0

Only a year has passed between Apples introduction of the first generation of iPod nano and now. With a sizable share of the flash player market at this point, Apple revamped all of its flash players last week with a new generation of iPod nanos and i...

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tuaw.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:36

Average rating:0

I broke down in the name of TUAW and picked up a new 8GB iPod nano. Of course, running out of space for workout jams on my 1GB nano might have had something to do with the purchase as well. Ive put this second generation iPod nano through the trials e...

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ilounge.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:40

Average rating:80

When Apple Computer introduced the iPod nano (iLounge rating: A-/B+) one year ago, it displaced its most resilient, popular, colorful iPod - the iPod mini - with a technologically stunning but easily damaged and more expensive alternative. This week, A...

Apple’s best flash-based music player yet, offering 2GB to 8GB storage capacities in six colored, super-slim aluminum enclosures, each at affordable prices. Far more scratch-resilient than prior model without compromising style. Lives up to Appl...
Falls shorter of current-generation iPod on big features (video, games) than did prior nano at time of release. Color choices are limited by storage capacities and prices. Transfer times for data have doubled from prior nano. Users must download iTunes...
In essentially every way important to mainstream consumers, the second-generation iPod nano is an improvement upon the version that came before - its more resilient, less expensive at given storage capacities, and available in more colors than last ye...

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Digitaltrends.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:43

Average rating:90

On September 12, 2006, Steve Jobs announced the immediate release of the "completely remastered" iPod nano. The new iPod nano sports an entire physical redesign and the brilliant use of tough, anodized aluminum as the main exterior material. The new...

Super-svelte size Amazing sound quality 24 hour battery Much improved design...
2GB only available in silver Black model only available in most expensive 8GB size No color choice in most expensive 8GB size...
The newly "remastered" iPod nano is yet another awesome product from Apple. The new design is a refreshing change from the scratch-prone and fingerprint-attracting construction of the original iPod nano. In a way, the second generation iPod nano is a...

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Digitaltrends.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:43

Average rating:90

On September 12, 2006, Steve Jobs announced the immediate release of the "completely remastered" iPod nano. The new iPod nano sports an entire physical redesign and the brilliant use of tough, anodized aluminum as the main exterior material. The new...

Super-svelte size Amazing sound quality 24 hour battery Much improved design...
2GB only available in silver Black model only available in most expensive 8GB size No color choice in most expensive 8GB size...
The newly "remastered" iPod nano is yet another awesome product from Apple. The new design is a refreshing change from the scratch-prone and fingerprint-attracting construction of the original iPod nano. In a way, the second generation iPod nano is a...

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pcmag.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:43

Average rating:90

Editors Note: Apple has released iPod nano software 1.0.2 on 9/27/06, which fixes the bug (noted in my review) that caused problems when scrubbing through long VBR-encoded MP3 files. In addition, the review has been updated with our battery rundown...

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.
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 iPods lossless compression and Audible support, as well as the cool new search feature...

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mp3.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:46

Average rating:83

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; its still superslender but more durable, thanks to a seamless construction. It supports photos (with thum...

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; its still superslender but more durable, thanks to a seamless construction. It supports photos (with thum...
The iPod Nano still doesnt play video, not that youd want to watch it on the small screen, and theres 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. Its small, stylish, user-friendly, and competitively priced--a great player all around and suitable for a variety of users.

atpm.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:51

Average rating:100

There it was, hiding in Steve’s watch pocket the whole presentation, and none of us saw it coming. The iPod nano is a testament to good design engineering. The best way to explain the size of the iPod nano is to ask someone to take out a business ca...

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Howstuffworks.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:55

Average rating:100

The ultra-slim iPod nano was a smash hit, and Apple builds upon that initial success by making the second-generation nano even better. While the previous version was only available in white or black, the new nano comes in black, silver, blue, green and...

Sound quality, excellent design, bright screen...
Fingerprint smudges on backside, included earbuds are uncomfortable...
Apple has once again raised the bar in the flash-memory based MP3 player market with its latest iPod nano. This third generation device excels in its user interface, crisp screen and ease of use.The Apple iPod nano is as beautiful as ever, sporting an...

sharpened.net

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2012-01-13 01:51:57

Average rating:100

The iPod nano is a combination of the iPod shuffle and the regular iPod that blends the best of both worlds. It is amazingly small, yet incorporates a color screen and photo capabilities like the larger iPod. It also uses flash memory like the iPod sh...

macenstein.com

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2012-01-13 01:51:58

Average rating:0

Posted by Dr. MacensteinIt took a couple days, but we finally got our hands on the new iPod nano. Here’s our review.FIRST IMPRESSIONSIt is small. VERY small. Small enough that I found myself wondering if it was too small.Other than that, it is an iP...

examiner.com

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2014-12-10 07:14:53

Average rating:80

In October 2001, Apple released the very first MP3 player called the 'iPod.' The product was so well embraced by consumers across the county that Apple continued to update and upgrade the iPod over the next decade, releasing more versions (also known as '...