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THE GOOD
The competitively priced iPod Shuffle has a dead-simple user interface with satisfying tactile controls, and its integrated belt clip provides a handy way to keep track of the player. The Shuffle is available in five, metallic colors, and the package includes a cute little syncing cradle.

THE BAD
The iPod Shuffle has no screen, so there's no way to navigate easily among artists, albums, or playlists. And it only offers so-so sound quality. The player might be too small for some users, and nonstandard USB syncing takes away from its plug-and-go appeal.

THE BOTTOM LINE
If you like your music playback simple and your device nearly invisible, the second-generation iPod Shuffle will suit you well. But absentminded users should steer clear of this easy-to-misplace player.

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Average CNET Reader Rating: 7.5 out of 10

CNET Reader Reviews

  1. May 1, 2007 09:03

    3.5/5
    Regardless of the color, I have the silver one, this shuffle is great at what it does, which is play music. Even though you dont have a screen, if you sync up with itunes you can pick which songs or playlists you want. for me, I have 1 playlist with...  read more »

    - myth90045

  2. February 18, 2008 11:57

    4.0/5
    So This is my second iPod. I had a bad expirience with my nano and I figured hey the Shuffle is dead simple and nothing could go wrong with it. Plus I got it off someone so I knew it worked good. I've ahd no problems with it and it sounds pretty goo...  read more »

    - x.killeddestiny.x


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