Apple iPod Nano 2nd Gen

The 2nd generation Apple iPod Nano upgrades the already excellent player that Apple originally released.  Apple has improved upon the design in a variety of ways.  An anodized aluminum case gives the nano a more solid feel, and somehow Apple was able to shrink the device even further to only 3.5" tall and 1.6" wide. Battery life is increased to 24 hours of continuous play all the while increasing the the screen's brightness for easier use. There are three 2nd generation models: 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB. Originally released in September 2006 and retailed for $199. The most current version 4th generation Apple iPod Nano was released on September 29th, 2008

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Apple iPod Nano Black
MSRP$199.00
Release date September, 2006
BrandApple
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Pros & Cons

ProSCORE
18 reviews
57
negative
mixed
positive
10 positive
2 mixed
6 negative

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Pros:
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Sleek design
+12agreedisagree

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Very small size
+11agreedisagree

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Comes in different colors
+9agreedisagree

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Apple user interface is easy to use
+7agreedisagree

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Doesn't scratch as easily as previous model
+6agreedisagree

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works with Nike Plus
+5agreedisagree

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good battery life
+4agreedisagree

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smoother wheel than current generation (4th)
+3agreedisagree

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customizable menus
+2agreedisagree

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quality design/build - single solid piece of metal, feels nice in the hand
+2agreedisagree

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New scratch-resistant aluminum body
+2agreedisagree

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scroll wheel is simple to use
+2agreedisagree

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Supports photos (with thumbnail grid) and album art
+1agreedisagree

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the "hold" button; VERY USEFUL
+1agreedisagree

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start-up time is a lot faster than 1st gen
+1agreedisagree

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capable of gapless playback
+1agreedisagree

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decent stock earbuds
+1agreedisagree

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brighter screen than 1st gen
+1agreedisagree

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Special software is required to transfer music to iPod
+9agreedisagree

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Dead batteries cost too much to replace
+8agreedisagree

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To recharge iPod battery you must have a powered USB port
+4agreedisagree

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no FM radio
+4agreedisagree

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no voice recorder
+4agreedisagree

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Expensive because of Apple brand
+2agreedisagree

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Still doesn't play video
+2agreedisagree

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No accessories.
+1agreedisagree

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Does not support wma files.
+1agreedisagree

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It seems to be very temperature sensitive.
+1agreedisagree

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Proprietary Apple (puking sound)
+1agreedisagree

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screen is small
+1agreedisagree

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headphone jack is at the bottom of the player
+1agreedisagree

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doesn't come with wall charger
+1agreedisagree

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bass response could be better
+1agreedisagree

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no expansion slot
+1agreedisagree

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Dead batteries happened often
-2agreedisagree

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The "SPECIAL SOFTWARE" you talk about can be directly downloaded from the apple site!!!!!
-3agreedisagree


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• iPod Nano - Shall We Take A Deeper Look?

written by Finder Nov 10, 08

This report was started September 12, 2006 at 4:51 pm by Omar
with the last edit occurring June 15, 2009 at 4:45 pm by ralli
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Apple iPod Nano 2nd Gen | 2GB - Silver

• Apple iPod nano 2 GB Silver (2nd Generation) OLD MODEL

• iPod nano 2nd Generation 2GB MP3 Player - Silver

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Apple iPod Nano 2nd Gen | 8GB - Black

• Apple iPod nano 8 GB Black (2nd Generation) OLD MODEL

• iPod nano 2nd Generation 8GB MP3 Player - Black

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Apple iPod Nano 2nd Gen | 4GB - Pink

• Apple iPod nano 4 GB Pink (2nd Generation) OLD MODEL

• iPod nano 2nd Generation 4GB MP3 Player - Pink

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Apple iPod Nano 2nd Gen | 4GB - Blue

• iPod nano 2nd Generation 4GB MP3 Player - Blue

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Apple iPod Nano 2nd Gen | 8GB - Red

• iPod nano Special Edition 2nd Generation 8GB MP3 Player - Red

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Pros
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  • expandable storage with microSD
  • Will run Rockbox
  • Long battery time (20 hours)
Cons
  • No dedicated volume control
  • Power switch used as Home key.
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1.  avatar Amanie said:

It looks exactly like the mini (albeit smaller). Isn't it too soon to go retro?
Sep 12, 2006 5:14pm
2.  avatar ruthers said:

I think for the price you're paying, I'd rather buy the 30GB iPod.
Mar 27, 2007 4:14pm
3.  avatar Erik said:

Agreed, ruthers. I had the same thought this weekend when I saw them side-by-side. The 30GB video is pretty small/sleek itself. The larger capacity, video capabilities, and larger screen make it a no-brainer. I think the nano appeals to people who want to "impress"
Mar 28, 2007 9:55am
4.  avatar Discordanian said:

I pitched my 20G ipod classic for a 4G nano. The battery life is crazy long with the nano. Also, you can get these on the cheap (refurb) direct from Apple now that the video nanos have come out (under 100!). I have no intention of watching videos on these things, so it was definitely worth it to me to get the refurb and it saved me a lot of money.

Jan 05, 2008 10:19pm
5.  avatar joelwebbel said:

Great MP3 player, unfortunately the battery lifetime is very very short!!
May 12, 2008 6:56am
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vsaxena911

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May 26, 2009
ProSCORE
54
negative
mixed
positive
14 pros
12 cons
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Sleek design
  • Very small size
  • Comes in different colors
  • Apple user interface is easy to use
  • Doesn't scratch as easily as previous model
  • works with Nike Plus
  • good battery life
  • smoother wheel than current generation (4th)
  • customizable menus
  • New scratch-resistant aluminum body
  • scroll wheel is simple to use
  • Supports photos (with thumbnail grid) and album art
  • the "hold" button; VERY USEFUL
  • start-up time is a lot faster than 1st gen

Cons

  • Special software is required to transfer music to iPod
  • Dead batteries cost too much to replace
  • To recharge iPod battery you must have a powered USB port
  • no FM radio
  • no voice recorder
  • Expensive because of Apple brand
  • Still doesn't play video
  • No accessories.
  • Does not support wma files.
  • It seems to be very temperature sensitive.
  • Proprietary Apple (puking sound)
  • Dead batteries happened often

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ralli

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June 15, 2009
approved
reviewer
ProSCORE
52
negative
mixed
positive
11 pros
10 cons

Pros

  • Sleek design
  • Very small size
  • Comes in different colors
  • Doesn't scratch as easily as previous model
  • good battery life
  • quality design/build - single solid piece of metal, feels nice in the hand
  • New scratch-resistant aluminum body
  • scroll wheel is simple to use
  • capable of gapless playback
  • decent stock earbuds
  • brighter screen than 1st gen

Cons

  • Special software is required to transfer music to iPod
  • no FM radio
  • no voice recorder
  • Expensive because of Apple brand
  • Still doesn't play video
  • screen is small
  • headphone jack is at the bottom of the player
  • doesn't come with wall charger
  • bass response could be better
  • no expansion slot

Did you find this review helpful?
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 / 
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Yale

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May 7, 2009
approved
reviewer
ProSCORE
69
negative
mixed
positive
9 pros
4 cons

Pros

  • Sleek design
  • Very small size
  • Comes in different colors
  • Apple user interface is easy to use
  • works with Nike Plus
  • good battery life
  • smoother wheel than current generation (4th)
  • customizable menus
  • quality design/build - single solid piece of metal, feels nice in the hand

Cons

  • Special software is required to transfer music to iPod
  • Dead batteries cost too much to replace
  • no FM radio
  • no voice recorder

Did you find this review helpful?
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 / 
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bazzyboy565

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October 5, 2008
approved
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ProSCORE
67
negative
mixed
positive
6 pros
3 cons
love itlove it
want itwant it

Pros

  • Sleek design
  • Very small size
  • Comes in different colors
  • Apple user interface is easy to use
  • Doesn't scratch as easily as previous model
  • works with Nike Plus

Cons

  • Special software is required to transfer music to iPod
  • Expensive because of Apple brand
  • The "SPECIAL SOFTWARE" you talk about can be directly downloaded from the apple site!!!!!

Did you find this review helpful?
Yes
 / 
No

fractalhorizon

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January 24, 2009
approved
reviewer
ProSCORE
86
negative
mixed
positive
6 pros
1 con

Pros

  • Sleek design
  • Very small size
  • Comes in different colors
  • Apple user interface is easy to use
  • Doesn't scratch as easily as previous model
  • works with Nike Plus

Cons

  • Dead batteries cost too much to replace

Did you find this review helpful?
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 / 
No

yeliakap446xx

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April 12, 2008
approved
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ProSCORE
67
negative
mixed
positive
4 pros
2 cons
want itwant it

Pros

  • Sleek design
  • Very small size
  • Comes in different colors
  • Apple user interface is easy to use

Cons

  • Special software is required to transfer music to iPod
  • To recharge iPod battery you must have a powered USB port

Did you find this review helpful?
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 / 
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Discordanian

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January 5, 2008
approved
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ProSCORE
50
negative
mixed
positive
3 pros
3 cons
love itlove it
have ithave it

Pros

  • Sleek design
  • Very small size
  • Comes in different colors

Cons

  • Special software is required to transfer music to iPod
  • Dead batteries cost too much to replace
  • To recharge iPod battery you must have a powered USB port

Comments

"

I pitched my 20G ipod classic for a 4G nano. The battery life is crazy long with the nano. Also, you can get these on the cheap (refurb) direct from Apple now that the video nanos have come out (under 100!). I have no intention of watching videos on these things, so it was definitely worth it to me to get the refurb and it saved me a lot of money.

"
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Amanie

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June 29, 2007
approved
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ProSCORE
20
negative
mixed
positive
1 pro
4 cons

Pros

  • Sleek design

Cons

  • Special software is required to transfer music to iPod
  • Dead batteries cost too much to replace
  • To recharge iPod battery you must have a powered USB port
  • Expensive because of Apple brand

Comments

"It looks exactly like the mini (albeit smaller). Isn't it too soon to go retro?"
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skuld8

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May 14, 2008
approved
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ProSCORE
75
negative
mixed
positive
3 pros
1 con

Pros

  • Apple user interface is easy to use
  • Doesn't scratch as easily as previous model
  • works with Nike Plus

Cons

  • Dead batteries cost too much to replace

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coronero

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July 10, 2008
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ProSCORE
67
negative
mixed
positive
2 pros
1 con
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Pros

  • Sleek design
  • Very small size

Cons

  • Special software is required to transfer music to iPod

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