MP3 Players Review - Apple iPod Shuffle 3rd Generation

iPod Shuffle 3RD Generation

Light as a feather
Inline controls
Sleek Size
Ease of use
Includes Voiceover cues
Improved support for podcasts and audio books
Loud audio compared with other hand held pods

Pill-size remote control
Battery life isn't great
Design is ordinary
No Wi-Fi
No MMC slot

The 3G iPod Shuffle is the top craze next to an invisible MP3 player in terms of its compact size. But the quirky controls and microscopic design make it a limited recommendation. The "not so attractive" design and fewer options make other products mask this.

This is a second class design in terms of IPOD standards. But still appearances are often deceptive as it includes decoders for almost all audio formats which increase its market dynamism.

What kinds of pc interface does it support?	Hi-speed USB
What is the size of flash memory?	4GB integrated flash memory available.
What are the available colors?	Black anodized aluminium
Which generation does this belong to?	3G
What is its size?	0.7x.3x1.8 inches with a weight of 0.4oz
What are the audio formats supported?	AAC , MP3 , WAV, Audible, AIFF, Apple lossless
What are the available play back modes?	Playlist , Skip playback , Random play / shuffle
What are the external controls?	Shuffle, play in order, turn off
What is the maximum supported bit rate?	8 - 320 with a response bandwidth of 20-20KHz
What are the additional features?	Voiceover , USB 2.0 compatibility
What is the type of display unit used?	Built-in LCD with touch screen
What is the audio output mode?	Stereo
Is there a clock?	Yes. Built in alarm &digital clock
Is there a CD system?	No
How many speakers are present?	One Built-in speaker
What is the speaker specification?	0.8 Watt RMS output,400-20KHz response bandwidth,8 Ohm input impedance
What are the specifications of FM	Digital Radio tuner,30 preset stations,Range from 87.5 to 108 MHz
Is there a remote control?	Yes. Player remote control - Cable
What is the microphone type?	Built in. mono mode operation
What is the type of headphones?	3.5-mm Binaural ear bud, stereo mode operation with an Impedance of 32 ohm, wired
What is the type of battery used?	Rechargeable lithium polymer player battery
What is the estimated life?	10 hours
What is the capacity of the battery?	610 mAh
What is the time needed for complete recharge?	3 hours
What is the best environmental condition for it?	Operating temperature: 32° to 95° F
Nonoperating temperature:	-4° to 113° F
Relative humidity:	5% to 95% noncondensing