Apple iPod nano 8 GB Purple (4th Generation) [Previous Model]

Apple iPod nano 8 GB Purple (4th Generation) [Previous Model]
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Apple iPod nano 8 GB Purple (4th Generation) [Previous Model]

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Manufacturer: Apple Computer
Brand: Apple
Edition: Electronics
Model: MB739LL/A
Color: Purple
Publisher: Apple Computer
Studio: Apple Computer
Music Label: Apple Computer
Product features:

8 GB capacity for 2,000 songs, 7,000 photos, or 8 hours of video
Up to 24 hours of music playback or 4 hours of video playback when fully charged
2-inch LCD with blue-white LED backlight and 320-by-240-pixel resolution
Supported audio formats: AAC, Protected AAC, MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible, Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
Supported video formats: H.264, MPEG-4; Supported image file types: JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD (Mac only), and PNG

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Customer Review: Better sound - not fully compatible with previous docking systems
Summary: 3 Stars

Viewed by itself, the lastest generation iPod Nano is an engineering marvel. The svelte iPod Nano tips the scale at a scant one and a half ounces (40 Grams), but can deliver the sounds of a concert hall when attached to a good set of head phones. Battery life is also quite good, delivering a day or more of continuous listening. The reason I assigned a rating of only three stars is the Nano's limited compatibility with previous docking systems.

This model is a so-called 4th generation Nano, and it has all the latest engineering to deliver good sound, maybe even great sound, depending on how picky an audiophile you happen to be. The most appreciated improvement for me, moving up from a 2nd generation ipod, is the clunky, jarring play-back gaps between tracks are a thing of the past. It is now possible to listen to classical picees, Dark Side of the Moon, or Abbey Road as a continuous flow of sound without having to glue the tracks together beforehand in iTunes.

From a usability standpoint, the menus are well thought out, easy to navigate, and do not contain gratiuitious meaningless settings that are the bane of some knock-off MP3 players. The average user can probably figure out everything the iPod Nano can do in about 15 minutes without ever having to look at a manual.

I have not looked into the video playback capabilities. I am not really very excited about wathing TV shows on a lilliputian, albeit bright and colorful, screen. I do believe the video capabilities are Apple-centric and one is best off purchasing content via the iTunes store. If you want to play more media formats, there is alternative firmware called Rockbox ([...]) that can replace Apple's system. Rockbox, however, is best suited for serious computer hobbyists who like to tinker.

What really irks me is that yet again Apple has monkeyed with the physical interface of of the iPod - which is something Apple does with annoying regularity on many of their products. Apple caused pain in the transition from 2nd generation to 3rd generation Nanos becuase they moved the electrical connector a few millimeters, and cuased 3rd generation devices to not fit 2nd generation peripheral docks (for example, the Belkin TuneBase car adapter).

With the 4th generation Nano, Apple moved the electrical interface back to approximately the same position as the 2nd generation devices. I figured that I was good to go and I wouldn't have to purchase new accessories. Wrong! Apple removed the FireWire connections from the electrical interface. It turns out that many automotive and even quite a few home accessories (such as some docking systems made by Bose and iHome) charge the iPod via the 12 volt path provided by a FireWire connection. Apple now expects the Nano to be charged via the 5 volts delivered by the USB connection.

Just to throw it in the consumer's face, when the 4th generation Nano is plugged into a dock that provides only 12 volts for charging, the Nano's screen displays a FireWire logo and a message admonishing, "Charging is not supported by this accessory." The whole stupid problem could have been avoided by installing about 15 cents worth of resistors and diodes in the Nano to redirect the power flow for charging in any dock. Planned obsolescence conspiracy? You decide.

There is a work-around for the missing charging input pins. Scosche makes an adpater that converts the 12 volt power of older docks to 5 volts and re-routes the power to the USB pins of the iPod interface. ([...]). The down side is that it adds hassle anbd bulk, plus it takes ($30, suggested retail) out of your pocket.

If you are a first-time iPod purchaser the charging compatibility issue is not so annoying. But, of course, do shop carefully to be sure any accessories you do purchase specifically state they will charge the 4th generation Nano.

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iPod nano has a dramatic, polished anodized aluminum finish and a larger screen. The new Genius Mixes feature acts as your personal DJ, automatically searching your iTunes library, then making mixes you'll love. iPod nano has a new Pedometer that counts your steps. It also has a built-in FM radio with two amazing features such as iTunes Tagging and Live Pause. So the world's most popular music player now has more to play with.

With eight amazing colors, a new curved design, and great new features, iPod nano rocks like never before. The Genius Playlist feature finds the songs in your music library that go great together and makes a playlist for you. With its built-in accelerometer, iPod nano is made to move. Give it a shake, and it shuffles to a different song in your library. Turn it on its side to flip through your album art in Cover Flow. And tilt, move, and play accelerometer-inspired games (games available separately). Watching movies, TV shows, and video is even more fun on the sharp 2-inch screen. And your photos (up to 7,000 of them) look great in portrait or landscape view. Available in 8 GB and 16 GB models, the 8 GB iPod nano puts up to 2,000 songs or 8 hours of video in your pocket.

With a new curved design and great new features, iPod nano rocks like never before. Click to enlarge.

Up to 2,000 songs, 8 hours of video, or 7,000 photos in your pocket. Click to enlarge.

Just under a quarter-inch deep. Click to enlarge.

Available in nine amazing colors; the (PRODUCT)RED nano is available exclusively through Apple. Click to enlarge.

Enjoy album art in Cover Flow, games, videos, and photos in landscape mode. (Green nano shown here.)

A Musical Genius
Say you're listening to a song you really like and want to hear other tracks that go great with it. The Genius Playlist feature finds the songs in your music library that go great together and makes a Genius Playlist for you. It's like having your own highly intelligent, personal DJ.

Find Your Music Faster
It's even easier to find the song you want to hear. Now you can view your album art in Cover Flow. Or just press and hold the Center button to browse by album or artist. When you find the right song, press the Center button to add it to your on-the-go playlist.

Rock and Roll Over
Tilt or turn iPod nano on its side, and you'll listen, watch, and play in new ways. You can flip through your album art with Cover Flow. Or, vertically speaking, see more albums and artists on the screen at one time.

Shake Your Groove Thing
Sometimes, we could all use a little unpredictability. And now you can shake to change your music. Just give iPod nano a shake, and it shuffles to a different song in your music library. You'll always be surprised by what you'll hear.

Let the Games Begin
Now you can get in on games made especially for iPod nano and the accelerometer. They respond to the way you move, so they're immersive, addictive, and a blast. The iPod nano comes with Maze, which lets you work your way through vast mazes by tilting and moving. You can find even more games on the iTunes Store.

Even Your Photos Rock
Pull hundreds of photos from your pocket and share them wherever you go. Hold iPod nano upright and see your photos in portrait view. Turn the player on its side to see them in landscape. Your photos look beautiful in their proper aspect ratio on the vibrant, 320-by-240-resolution display.

The World's Biggest Small Screen
Watching movies, TV shows, and videos is big fun on iPod nano. And the high-resolution picture looks crisp and vivid on the 2-inch widescreen display. So you can always have a little video with you.

Reduced Environmental Impact
The iPod nano embodies Apple's continuing environmental progress. It is designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:

Arsenic-free glass
Brominated flame retardant-free
Mercury-free
PVC-free
Highly recyclable aluminum enclosure

What's in the Box
iPod nano, earphones, USB 2.0 cable, dock adapter, quick start guide

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