Product ReviewsApple iPod nano 4th Generation Silver (8 GB)

Music to my ears

I like this Gen Ipod. I love the way it segways the end of one song into the beginning of the next. I run it in an automobile that has a cassette player and I use an adapter. The sound is better than good. It is incredible. The bad; I have to keep it plugged in as the battery life is poor.Read full review...

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Not in working order, yet.

Neither I nor Apple have been able to download my iTunes library into this "new" 4th gen iPod. Service person actually suggested I take it to Best Buy to work on since device off product line. Hoping my local IT consultant can get device to synchronize, otherwise looking for refund. Read full review...

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Ipod nano 8gb - personal review/experiences

I've recieved this ipod about a month ago and I'm quite satisfied with it so far. Cover seems durable and pretty resistant. The only thing I worry about is quality of earphones (Sometimes evoke weird static electricity). Control options nad manipulating is, as expected, adequate for brand like Apple. As unexperienced user of "scrolling" I found it relatively difficult to shift songs in requested order blindly in pocket. That requires some training. Shaking mp3 to switch over songs doesn't really attracted me, cause of random shuffling. I would rather recommend shake shifting in queue order. Another cosmetic mistake I noticed is in rotation of the display. Rotation is provided immediately after horizontal view, but only in specific angle which is not so comfortable and easy readable. However other additional functions and features like id taging, cover flow and so on are conversely actually sufficient. I headlined deficits, but in general I wouldn't have make up my mind about this ipod nano next time. It fulfilled my expectations.Read full review...

iPod Nano great except if you are running Windows 2000

I love this wonderful little gadget! I am a runner and this is perfect. The only problem is I am running Windows 2000 and the newest version of iTunes isn't supported. I tried to download older versions but they don't work. My boyfriend took it to work and had me send my files to him. He put the music on for me there. He's working on getting a program called Banche (sp?) for my computer. He thinks that will work.

As for the iPod itself. I can't wait to be able to use iTunes or an alternative. The customized play lists will be perfect for running. I will be able to customize music for the different distances I run. I will be able to put songs I really like at points where I know I generally struggle in a run for extra motivation.

I've had a lot of fun with the pre-loaded games and am totally fascinated with the "shake" feature.

Having all of the information about a song is great. Nice to know the album it is from. The pictures of the album covers is a nice treat as well. I'm from the generation that really appreciates great album art.

The earbuds aren't great for running as they jar loose from your ears but that style generally comes with most MP3 players. I just buy the "clip around your ears" type.

I have used it in the car with a cassette adapter. That is real nice when you can't find anything good on the radio.

I'm sure once I get used to all the functions and especially getting used to using them "on the run" when I can't really look at it, it will be wonderful for running. And once I get the software issue solved this will be awesome!!!Read full review...

I like it but I wish it was a radio as well.

I've had my iPod nano for about a week. I like the size and weight of it and it has great sound. The iTunes store has a huge selection of song, movies, shows etc. I hope there's an accessory to clip it onto my shirt collar so I don't have to hold it all the time or put it in my pants pocket. Also it would be nice if it functioned as a radio as well. I had to uninstall Verizon vcast from my computer because it was interfering with the iTunes software. Songs were not completely processing after downloads. Since uninstalling vcast that has not happened again. Battery life seem OK. I haven't ran it down from a full charge yet but I listened to it for about 3 hours one day and used half the battery. I can't compare it to other brands because this is the first (mp3?) player I've had. As I said before I love the sound but, I would look for something with a radio function and buy it if I had it to do over again. For what it is though I really like it.Read full review...

The 4th Gen Nano does it right!

The 4th generation Nano, Available in capacities of 8GB, and 16GB (priced at $149 & $199 respectively) these have a scratch-resistant aluminum body and are now slimmer than ever. The unit has new rounded, contour edges that make it feel thinner than it is and feel right in your hand. The new line-up comes in a whole array of colors to match the rainbow, and to match your personality as well.

The 4th Generation Nano has completely redesigned the Nano over the 3rd generation “Fat”, and it feels like it is different on the sides when you hold it comparatively to the older generations. Stepping back to the 1st and 2nd generation designs, it takes the good of the style of the 2nd gen, along with the advancements in the “Fat” 3rd generation versions, and creates a winning design. This design is a lot thinner than it was, yet retains the 2-inch screen, though it is millimeters thinner. The new screen saves the room for viewing your tracks and playing games, but the genius comes in the flipping of the screen.

The screen with this change, still has a 2-inch viewing area, which makes it very easy to use, browse and watch. When view movies, shows, podcasts with the new Nano, the Nano should be flipped to a “widescreen” view, in which the new accelerometer changes the landscape and viewing of this device. This new Nano still has a long battery life. Apple claims that it will last 36 hours, but I was able to get just over 32 hours of playtime – which is nice… real nice. The video experience was just over 6 hours – as advertised.

Another thing about the accelerometer. The accelerometer also enables 'shake to shuffle', where a flick of the wrist will choose a random song. This feels like it has been done right. It also allows easy use of the coverflow system, which runs much smoother this time around.

The new music search functions (Genius), the brighter screen,, sound quality, smoother ease and use of coverflow, and continued games support give the new iPod added flare. The addition of voice notes won't make a difference to most people, as you'll need to buy some extra headphones with a microphone built in – but it is nice to know that it is there if you do.

The addition of Genius, an automatic playlist generator, is going to be a massive hit with iPod fans. Genius will be massive, because it will - if it works as advertised - unlock the potential of your iPod library and help keep parties jumping or evenings chilled. It will also allow Apple to recommend tracks to you by your listening tastes as well.

As a fan small MP3 players, and of the past Nano line-ups, I love this design. I really do. I think the all aluminum casing is the way to go, and I am happy again that it is all around the unit. Should you replace your old 8GB Nano (3rd Generation) with the new one? If you really want accelerometer video abilities and Genius, I would say yes. Regardless if you upgrade, or decided to wait it out, I highly recommended this device to Apple lovers and new MP3 enthusiasts alike.

Pros:
-Brighter, crisper viewing screen
-Aluminum scratch-resistant casing all around the body
-Amazing battery-life: 30+ hours plus (6+ with video)!
-Search features, cover flow, album art, Genius
-Accelerometer for video viewing and song shuffling
-Genius song selection
-Microphone capabilities
-LOTS of new colors to choose from
-Games via iTunes

Cons
-Still no built in FM tuner
-Limited space when it comes to video & gamesRead full review...

super capacity, good size, easy!

we got this to use with a specific cable in our VW GTI- works GREAT, automatically plays.
all useful features . so pleased.

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Finally, Going iPod...

Okay, I've held off for as long as I can, one of the last hold-outs to get an iPod. I've had two other brands, not to be mentioned here, one of which was a 20 gig model, both were excellent performers, but I've sat idly by watching as all the accessories go "i-crazy". Half the items I see that I'd like for my current MP3 player wouldn't work with it as they were designed for the iPod specifically.

So, finally, thanks to eBay, I've broken down and joined the "i-group". First purchased a Nano for my daughter for Xmas. When I received it I had to test it out (well, it is off eBay), and fell in love with the darned thing right away. The size surprised me, as I ended up taking the whole family "iPodish", and bought two 8gb models and one 16gb model. Wow! They literally fit in a pocket, with room to spare! All that power in such a tiny package.

Now I just have to get used to using iTunes for everything, but I like the way it displays the album art so no big deal. So here's my list of pros and cons for your consideration:

Pros - size (some people are really going to like this small size unit), storage (most people will be okay with an 8gig unit), functionality (the shake to shuffle feature is cool, I find myself using that all the time), display (clear and bright and just the right size for this unit), connectivity (easy to connect, easy to power, easy to charge, easy to use), finish (this thing seems brilliantly made, and the brushed aluminum appearance and new colors are quite striking). Audio output is FABULOUS.

Cons - size (yes, both pro and con - some will find it too small, as in easy to lose), storage (again both a pro and a con, as this is not a fixed hard drive it's got a limit of the amount you can store in it at this size, also when they say 8 and 16 gig they don't warn you that you need to take 1.5 gig off that for system storage), weak equalizer (I like to adjust the sound custom to my own ear, and this unit has several presets for the EQ but no custom settings), Appleliscious (okay, I made that up, but what I mean is it's an Apple product, inherintly more expensive than it's competitors, but Apple does build a good product - also all peripherals are expensive), lastly it's an Apple - meaning you are forced to use Apple created software to work with the unit. You must use iTunes to load it, unlike many of their competitors units which are basically a storage unit that is accessible via USB port.

In conclusion - the pro's way outweigh the con's, and I'm glad I finally joined the Apple gang and am part of the iClub. The audio on this thing is fantastic, with the top end volume an order of magnitude higher than all my other MP3 players (yes, I like it LOUD). Also the quality of that audio is fantastic - I did a side-by-side comparison with one earbud in each ear, one to the iPod the other to it's competitor, playing the same exact song file, and the iPod's audio quality blew it away!

So, I am finally, and with some trepidation, an Apple iPod convert. I've held off for as long as I could, but pressure from my 11 year old daughter pushed me over the edge. Once I saw her iPod, I knew I had to convert the entire family over to Apple products. Next purchase, a MAC???Read full review...

iPod Nano 4th Generation (8 GB) Review

Really like the product, small, compact, and can store a lot of music. In addition it sounds great, clear quality. Display works flawlessly. Only down side is that the batteries seem to have issues in some models to a point where you can only use your iPod if it is plugged in. Purchased to use when traveling in Hyundai Santa Fe, it has an iPod hook-up. Overall, I would recommend this product.Read full review...

get what you pay for.

I paid 102 or something and honestly, this being my 1st ipod i am happy but i am a huge music person and the 8 gB just didnt do it for me. I needed the 16 at LEAsT. My library only loaded up SELECTED bands up into the P's. as you can imagine thats not easy to do since I dont have my q-z's. Regardless that is my own fault, but I also didnt look closely enough because this ipod will not SYNC with MACs but only windows. I am a MAC user (what self respecting modern person isnt?) and now i have to cherry pick when i want to do things with this.Read full review...

Mac does it again

I know this review will come over as being a mac lovers review, and so what, it is. I have a macbook, an Iphone, the ipod classic and I had to add this beautiful baby to my collection. I use it in my car so that I can listen to something other than the same some ten times in some crappy rotation. The sound quality is amazing, I've also had other Mp3 players and the sound quality can't touch it. That's just the sound. Apple impressed with each version it presents, the design is sleek and small enough to fit in your pocket. You can take this anywhere. (I'm the mother of three sometimes you need the music to take you out of the moment.) I love apple, their support people are actually smart enough to understand ENGLISH when you not speaking some computer language. Going into one of the apple stores, the people inside are not complete dorks, they do understand that you just want stuff that works they way it's supposed to. This does, this device is awesome adults and kids alike will love it, the colors is super cool too. Individual expressions, colors, as individual as the music on itRead full review...