Apple iPod shuffle 1st Generation (512 MB) MP3 Player

own a 30 gig iPod photo, but bought the iPod Shuffle purely for working out. Its great I just throw it in my shorts pocket or use the built in arm band when I run. I warn you that even though the shuffle is small it does not have a screen. So for anyone out there who likes to build a playlist before your treadmill run you are going to be out of luck. This unit is strictly designed to be light weight (.78 ounces) and small (3.3 x 0.98 x 0.33 inches).

Now I've had the unit about 3 months so I feel I've had it long enough to comment on its durability and general use. I own a mac and a pc, so I've experience the set up on both computers and have to say it has worked brilliantly. One bonus of the ipod shuffle is that you can put files on it, so for example if you want to bring your work home with you, simply drag and drop the file onto your shuffle and bring it home. It is so handy for someone who lives a fast paced life like me.

In terms of features the iPod shuffle has no screen, only five buttons and a little slider on the back that turns the ipod on/off, shuffle or repeat. Anyone can learn to use this device in seconds, wether you are 16 or 80 this device will fit in your hand and you will "get it" within seconds. However don't have too much fun with it, because the battery only last 12 hours. Most other players of this size last much longer because they run on AA batteries, however with the shuffle it has a built in rechargeable. You will not be pumping this thing full of batteries but you maybe charging it more than you would like too.

Now this device at the time of my writing is $99.99 retail, but on eBay you can find it for much less!

Below I've listed some more of the great features of this device

-12 hour battery life
-512 megs holds 125 songs
-MSC Compatible for drag and droping of data files
-USB 2.0 for Fast Transfers
-Very Durable and has no moving parts