Apple iPod nano chromatic Silver (8 GB) MP3 Player

The 4th generation Nano, Available in capacities of 8GB, and 16GB (priced at $149 & $199 respectively) these have a scratch-resistant aluminum body and are now slimmer than ever. The unit has new rounded, contour edges that make it feel thinner than it is and feel right in your hand. The new line-up comes in a whole array of colors to match the rainbow, and to match your personality as well.

The 4th Generation Nano has completely redesigned the Nano over the 3rd generation “Fat”, and it feels like it is different on the sides when you hold it comparatively to the older generations. Stepping back to the 1st and 2nd generation designs, it takes the good of the style of the 2nd gen, along with the advancements in the “Fat” 3rd generation versions, and creates a winning design. This design is a lot thinner than it was, yet retains the 2-inch screen, though it is millimeters thinner. The new screen saves the room for viewing your tracks and playing games, but the genius comes in the flipping of the screen.

The screen with this change, still has a 2-inch viewing area, which makes it very easy to use, browse and watch. When view movies, shows, podcasts with the new Nano, the Nano should be flipped to a “widescreen” view, in which the new accelerometer changes the landscape and viewing of this device. This new Nano still has a long battery life. Apple claims that it will last 36 hours, but I was able to get just over 32 hours of playtime – which is nice… real nice. The video experience was just over 6 hours – as advertised.

Another thing about the accelerometer. The accelerometer also enables 'shake to shuffle', where a flick of the wrist will choose a random song. This feels like it has been done right. It also allows easy use of the coverflow system, which runs much smoother this time around.

The new music search functions (Genius), the brighter screen,, sound quality, smoother ease and use of coverflow, and continued games support give the new iPod added flare. The addition of voice notes won't make a difference to most people, as you'll need to buy some extra headphones with a microphone built in – but it is nice to know that it is there if you do.

The addition of Genius, an automatic playlist generator, is going to be a massive hit with iPod fans. Genius will be massive, because it will - if it works as advertised - unlock the potential of your iPod library and help keep parties jumping or evenings chilled. It will also allow Apple to recommend tracks to you by your listening tastes as well.

As a fan small MP3 players, and of the past Nano line-ups, I love this design. I really do. I think the all aluminum casing is the way to go, and I am happy again that it is all around the unit. Should you replace your old 8GB Nano (3rd Generation) with the new one? If you really want accelerometer video abilities and Genius, I would say yes. Regardless if you upgrade, or decided to wait it out, I highly recommended this device to Apple lovers and new MP3 enthusiasts alike.

Pros:
-Brighter, crisper viewing screen
-Aluminum scratch-resistant casing all around the body
-Amazing battery-life: 30+ hours plus (6+ with video)!
-Search features, cover flow, album art, Genius
-Accelerometer for video viewing and song shuffling
-Genius song selection
-Microphone capabilities
-LOTS of new colors to choose from
-Games via iTunes

Cons
-Still no built in FM tuner
-Limited space when it comes to video & games

DO NOT BUY THIS IPOD IF YOU WANT TO USE IT ON YOUR OLDER SYSTEM. I bought this ipod and returned it. My Pioneer Car Audio with IPOD Adapter does not charge this ipod. My Klipsch IGrooove does not charge this ipod.

For some reason Stupid IPOD Engineers did not consider the requirement of making this ipod backward compatible.

Okay, I've held off for as long as I can, one of the last hold-outs to get an iPod. I've had two other brands, not to be mentioned here, one of which was a 20 gig model, both were excellent performers, but I've sat idly by watching as all the accessories go "i-crazy". Half the items I see that I'd like for my current MP3 player wouldn't work with it as they were designed for the iPod specifically.

So, finally, thanks to eBay, I've broken down and joined the "i-group". First purchased a Nano for my daughter for Xmas. When I received it I had to test it out (well, it is off eBay), and fell in love with the darned thing right away. The size surprised me, as I ended up taking the whole family "iPodish", and bought two 8gb models and one 16gb model. Wow! They literally fit in a pocket, with room to spare! All that power in such a tiny package.

Now I just have to get used to using iTunes for everything, but I like the way it displays the album art so no big deal. So here's my list of pros and cons for your consideration:

Pros - size (some people are really going to like this small size unit), storage (most people will be okay with an 8gig unit), functionality (the shake to shuffle feature is cool, I find myself using that all the time), display (clear and bright and just the right size for this unit), connectivity (easy to connect, easy to power, easy to charge, easy to use), finish (this thing seems brilliantly made, and the brushed aluminum appearance and new colors are quite striking). Audio output is FABULOUS.

Cons - size (yes, both pro and con - some will find it too small, as in easy to lose), storage (again both a pro and a con, as this is not a fixed hard drive it's got a limit of the amount you can store in it at this size, also when they say 8 and 16 gig they don't warn you that you need to take 1.5 gig off that for system storage), weak equalizer (I like to adjust the sound custom to my own ear, and this unit has several presets for the EQ but no custom settings), Appleliscious (okay, I made that up, but what I mean is it's an Apple product, inherintly more expensive than it's competitors, but Apple does build a good product - also all peripherals are expensive), lastly it's an Apple - meaning you are forced to use Apple created software to work with the unit. You must use iTunes to load it, unlike many of their competitors units which are basically a storage unit that is accessible via USB port.

In conclusion - the pro's way outweigh the con's, and I'm glad I finally joined the Apple gang and am part of the iClub. The audio on this thing is fantastic, with the top end volume an order of magnitude higher than all my other MP3 players (yes, I like it LOUD). Also the quality of that audio is fantastic - I did a side-by-side comparison with one earbud in each ear, one to the iPod the other to it's competitor, playing the same exact song file, and the iPod's audio quality blew it away!

So, I am finally, and with some trepidation, an Apple iPod convert. I've held off for as long as I could, but pressure from my 11 year old daughter pushed me over the edge. Once I saw her iPod, I knew I had to convert the entire family over to Apple products. Next purchase, a MAC???

It is the best so far for the money... I wanted a itouch tell these came out. Dont understand why apple did this to comptete against the itouch though

I decided to buy this IPOD because I already owned one, but it was only 2gb (which I was sure I'd never fill). I have been taking spanish classes and needed a way to practice every spare moment. When I put all my music, vocabulary builders, etc on, there was STILL 3/4 space left. This is heaven!
It is sleek looking and works like a charm! I never use the ear pieces that come with them tho, because they give me headaches and hurt my ears (fitting is not right). All in all IPODs are THE BEST!

It's small and extremely efficient. The screen size is small enough to keep the overall size nano, well 'nano' and the new technology that allows you to turn the ipod sideways helps a ton with my tv shows and movies.

It's so much fun playing games on this thing too!! Try the "Maze" game. It's a blast!

Falsely advertized "Apple" iPod. Not made by Apple, not compatible with iTunes and my computer does not recognize it. Best Buy confirmed this is not genuine Apple iPod!

I liked the fast shipping, i liked how the original case came with the ipod and new headphones. i also liked that it was as good as new and had no scratches or marks and it looked it had ever been touched before

The item I received does not work. It appears to have already been used by someone else and I believed I was buying a new item. I have contacted the seller in the hopes of returning this item and getting my money refunded. If that happens then I will change my rating.

I love it. Its the first thing I grab every morning before I go to the gym. I couldn't live without it.

Well, what can I say, Apple is back at it again. This is my second nano, third mp3 from apple in general, and all I can say is that it doesn't get any better than this. No matter what you do really, in terms of competitors brands, you cannot compete with apple's product mix. Whether it is watching movies, podcasts, new music than no one else has, or just the screen size itself, the newest ipod nano delivers a very satisfying product which I will highly reccommend.

The sound quality is inferior to my ipod touch and the battery life is poor not 24 hrs in music only about 4-5 hours the most. The only good thing is that it does not scratch because of the aluminum and glass case, but it does not live up to the hype.

the nano is great, easy to use and love having the ability to listen to all my favorite music at a touch, would recomend it to anyone looking for an easy way to carry their tunes with them.

He loves the nano IPOD. The price is why I bought it..................................................................................

Price was right and I needed this for my gym time...... I was handled as promised and received as promised. I have nothing but high marks for this purchase. Thank You

I love it was better then new.It was exactly what the seller advertised. The item was new condition and works great. I also purchased one for christmas in the store as a gift and loved it so i purchased this one for me

I love that its almost like if it were new out the box realy can not tell it was refurbished works great!!!

I don't usually write feedback or comment or review on eBay. Just too lazy to do it.
But before I purchased this iPod Nano from this seller, I purchased one from another seller who had only 2 feedback and unavailable rating. That brought to my attention. Five days after I sent the payment, that seller still hadn't shipped out the item yet. After I filed dispute to PayPal, that seller refunded me the money. My guess is that he was probably trying to scam more people and didn't want me to screw him up. As a matter of face, that seller is a real scammer because I received a scammer notification from eBay about that seller. Well, my point is that my feedback or review can help to build a trust on the trusted seller so that eBayer including myself can choose the trusted sellers and will not get scammed.
This seller is excellent. The item arrived three days after i sent the payment. And the best of all shipping is free. Price-wise it is cheaper too.

Was the best price I could get and it works great..
The Apple iPod works great, it is in perfect condition.My child loves how small it is and how much music it holds. Was a great present.

I really like my ipod nano. It goes almost everywhere with me. It's not hard to use and it's easy to set up playlists and such.

I like the fact that it was a brand new item and the price I paid for it was a very reasonable one. I have received it and I like it.

Ipod Nano 8 gb with car charger, home fast charger, retractable data cable, ear buds, and second data cable. Item shipped quick and was exactly as described by the seller. The price was better than any holiday special at any store.

THANK A LOT TO BE MY BEST SELLER. YOU ARE NICE SELLER I HOPE THAT I WILL BUY MORE ITEMS FROM YOU. THIS IS A GREAT DEAL IN EBAY THANKS A LOT.