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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1224 reviews

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Customers recognize the iPod shuffle for its compact size, portability, and user-friendly interface. They appreciate the convenience of the clip, the extended battery life, and the satisfactory sound quality, making it a reliable companion for workouts and daily use. While some users wish for Bluetooth connectivity and a larger memory capacity, many find the price reasonable for the offered features.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Portable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Compact music player

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased the iPod shuffle® 2GB MP3 Player exclusively for running. Previously I was using my iPod Touch to listen to music as I ran. The Touch was bulky and I wanted to go with something lighter. The silver shuffle fit the bill. Great item to use when exercising. I recommend getting over-the-ear ear buds to use when doing any sort of movement.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    I Prefer the 2nd Generation Physical Design

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been an iPod Shuffle user and fan since the 1st Generation. They are terrific devices for active people that don't want to carry or risk damaging/losing their expensive smartphone. I've owned both the 1st and 2nd Generations. I skipped the 3rd generation which in my opinion was an ergonomic disaster - no buttons at all. I was happy to see that Apple brought back the click control wheel in the 4th generation. Plus the addition of voiceover is terrific. I subtracted one star because the shuffle's click control wheel on the 4th generation shuffle is now centered rather than offset like it was on the 2nd generation. Why does this matter? It's almost impossible to click the shuffle to your clothing without pressing the click control wheel which of course sends a command to the shuffle. To avoid that, the shuffle must be turned off or the control buttons locked. In comparison, the offset wheel on the 2nd Generation allowed for a solid place on the shuffle for your fingers when clipping the shuffle on and off. See the photo of the entire iPod family I uploaded to get a better idea of what I'm talking about. Sure the 4th generation shuffle is slightly smaller than the 2nd generation but the size reduction offers no value and significantly detracts from overall functionality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portable

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Solid feel | No Apple Music Service support

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    To avoid lugging my iPhone 6S plus around when running and working out, I purchased this. 2GB for $50 is ridiculous (should be at least double that) and the fact that you can't use Apple's monthly music service with this device (Apple's own device) is nutty but the product itself is solid, lightweight and easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long battery life, Small
    Cons mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for using while Work outs.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been using ipod shuffle solely during my workout session since it is so convenient to carry on you. Pros:- 1)Very Small size and practically weightless. 2)Clips on anywhere on your clothes. 3)Good throughput. 4)Extremely good battery life. Cons:-1) Comes only in 2GB which is really not much. 2)No Bluetooth capability so wired headphones are the only option. Wired Headphones might snap out of your ears while working out. But clipping the wires through the inside of your shirt should combat the issue. 3)Can be easily lost. There are many pros and cons besides above but if you're buying for your Workout, Biking or Running session, hands down go for it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long battery life, Small

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    iPod Shuffle - Great Mp3 Player For The Size/Cost

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The iPod Shuffle holds a good amount of songs and has a good battery life. The size of the Shuffle is amazing and fits just about anywhere. I use mine for running and it's not even noticeable. As others have said in other reviews out there, the actual randomness of the song play is questionable, but that is a minor issue since I assume most people will put their favorites on it and not really mind the lack of a true randomness in the songs cycle.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Small

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Real good sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought the ipod shuffle because the ipod touch just seemed a little too big and a little too involved to take with me while running. It shames me to even say that... years ago I ran with a walkman cassette player that probably weighed 4 lbs and was about 50x as big... Anyway, for my purposes, the shuffle is perfect. It is tiny, light weight, and has a clip that will actually hold it onto your clothing pretty much anywhere you want to clip it. The controls are intuitive and not nearly as involved as the ipod touch. Mind you, I'm not putting down the ipod touch at all, it's just that while running I don't want to have to press a button, swipe the bottom and then hope I was holding it upright so that I can change a song or adjust the volume. The shuffle solves all those issues for me. I might have liked just a little more memory.... but honestly 2 gigs is still a ton of music. New to this "latest generation" are some new colors (though I personally don't really care much about the fashion aspect of a 1 inch square device) and the voice over button... "Siri" is now in the shuffle. Press the button and a voice tells you the name of the song and the group. A little bit of overkill in my opinion, but still pretty impressive. If you buy one I hope it works out as well for you and thanks for taking the time to read my review

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use, Small

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect size; Great performance!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The iPod Shuffle is small, but delivers great performance. It enabled me to load sufficient music to last through a 5+ hour flight. The loading process was simple and intuitive. This is another great Apple product!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product - needs moisture prevention update

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wonderful product for all activities. It is easy to use while running or doing other kinds of activities. I love that it can clip onto things. Its only down side is it is susceptible to moisture. I take precautions when I use it for running, but eventually, the sweat kills the device. I am on my 5th Shuffle in the past 4 years.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Portable, Small

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect for taking to the gym or throwing in your purse. I love that it's small and portable, the built in clip works well - no slipping.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Portable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for the gym

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The shuffle is one mighty tiny music player that is perfect for the gym, running, yard work, and travel. You can load about 8 hours of music which will last you as you fly across America, and is more than enough for running a marathon. Best part is it clips easily and snugly onto a shirt sleeve or collar, and you hardly notice it is there. Highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Small

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good things come in small packages

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My husband had an IPod Classic that started to have issues. My husband is legally blind, so I didn't think the IPod Touch or IPod Nano was a good choice. Wasn't sure about the Shuffle since you cannot see your music list, but it has worked out just fine for him. He likes the smaller size, and that it clips on his shirt at the gym. We were able to put over 400 songs on it. We are both very satisfied with the purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Long battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works, but quirky

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It does exactly what it says: plays music, has a great battery, has a clip and voice over feature. Mine has gotten stuck twice repeating the voice over feature after pausing (I had a song on pause, and any attempt to hit play, skip, etc, resulted in the voice over repeat of the current song title - the one that is paused and not playing.) I have to turn it off and turn it back on to clear it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    OUTSTANDING

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Maintains sound quality. Very easy to operate. Has essential controls. Holds approximately 200 songs. Seems to play 10-15 hours on one charge - may depend on volume. Relatively inexpensive. Easy to carry or hide in car. Ideal with a quality bluetooth speaker - very portable. Highly recommend. P.S. When the battery will no longer take a charge (2-3yrs?), Apple will sell you a new one from a warehouse. They are no longer being "manufactured". So, save your Playlist(s). Nonetheless, if available, I will stay with this product forever and use my iphone battery for its needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portable, Small

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for Quick Tasks

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is an absolutely great product if you don't want to deal with the hassle of a large phone or iPod. Great for working on things and running around - so small and lightweight!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Small
    Cons mentioned:
    Bluetooth

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very handy music player

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Shuffle is very small about 1 inch square and quite thin. It has a clip to hang it from a shirt or backpack. It is not Bluetooth so a wire is needed. For wireless capability, a Bluetooth Transmitter can be plugged in to the Shuffle to use it without a wire. Holds about 500 songs, charge holds for quite awhile. Tells you verbally when charging is needed. It has no screen so songs are played in random order or one after another. Easy to load and change content using iTunes.. Believe the Shuffle is now or soon to be discontinued so I got one before they disappear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use, Small

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great MP3 for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this for my daughter for christmas as her off brand MP3 died on her. She loves this new one - small, easy to use, and great sound quality. Ordering on line was easy and product was delivered in a timely manner. Very happy with my whole BestBuy experience!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Portable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    IPOD Shuffle

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great little music player. The clip on it allows you to exercise jog while listening to your favorite music. Also great to use on an airplane!! Can be used with a speaker attached or with ear plugs!! Just a handy unit that is so compact that it takes up no room!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Clip, Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great iPod for something small and simple

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was looking for something simple and this met that requirement. Works great! I love that it can clip on to my clothes and I don't have to carry it or worry about pockets while I'm working out.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Portable, Small

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great mp3 player

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i use this music player whenever i do exercise. small and lightweight. i just make a playlist on itunes and sync it with this device and im good to go..

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Long battery life, Small

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Shuffle

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use my shuffle all of the time. This one is smaller and holds a lot more than my original shuffle. I like the new charging system as well. I wear it at work, the gym, running, flying..... all of the time. battery life is really good as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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