Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green)

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The Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB in Green now expands your media horizons with its video playback capabilities in a super slim 6.5mm thin chassis. Watch your videos on the super bright 320 x 240 resolution screen that has more pixels per inch than any Apple display ever.

The nano has been revamped to let you browse your album artwork with Cover Flow and the battery life will now cover 24 hours of music playback or 5 hours of video. The click wheel will help you navigate your music files via Cover Flow, by playlist, artist, album, song, and genre. Use shuffle mode to mix things up.

Access the iTunes store to buy movies, TV shows or download free audio or video Podcasts and watch them on the crystal clear 320 x 204 pixel display that is 65% brighter than before. The nano comes pre-loaded with three games; Vortex, iQuiz and Klondike and you can download even more fun at the iTunes store. These iPod games are designed specifically for the iPod interface and will look great on the 2" display. The nano will also sync with your PC or Mac via iTunes to view your favorite photos with thumbnails or even slideshows. The nano is packed with extras such as; contacts, calendar, world times, and a handy stop watch to time your workouts when you are at the gym.

8GB Flash Drive
The 8GB flash drive will hold 2000 songs in 128-Kbps AAC format, 7000 photos and 8 hours of video.
Video Playback on 2" Display
The 3rd Gen nano is the first nano to offer video playback on its super bright 2" - 320 x 240 display. This screen has an amazing 204 pixels per inch.
Slim and Light (6.5mm deep)
This nano is compact and thin with dimensions of 2.75 x 2.06 x 0.26" and weighs only 1.74 oz (49.2g).
Built in Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery
Enjoy autonomy for 24 hours of audio and 5 hours video playback. The nano will fully charge in only 3 hours or to 80% in 90 minutes.
Apple Click Wheel
The iPod nano click wheel puts music under your thumb. Click to fast-forward, rewind, play, pause or access menus. Use the touch-sensitive surface to control volume or browse music.
Dock Connector
The handy dock connector on the bottom of the iPod nano lets you connect it to your computer, recharge the battery and sync files fast via the included USB 2.0 cable.
Syncs Contacts, Calendars and To-Do Lists
Sync your iPod nano to a Mac or PC and your contacts and calendars come along for the ride. iTunes supports Outlook and Outlook Express for the PC, as well as Address Book and iCal on the Mac.
Memory
Capacity 8GB
Type Flash Drive
Expansion Slot None
Audio
Codecs Supported AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store)
MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4)
Apple Lossless, AIFF, WAV
Frequency Range 20Hz - 20KHz
Video
Codecs Supported H.264 video <2.5 Mbps, 640 x 480
.m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
MPEG-4 <2.5Mbps 640 x 480
FM Tuner No
FM Recording No
Data Storage Yes
Photo Viewer Yes
Display
LCD 2" at 320 x 240 with Blue-White LED Backlight
Connectors
Computer Interface USB 2.0
Audio Input Dock Connector
Audio Output 3.5-mm stereo headphone jack
Dock connector
Other Ports No
Power
AC No
Battery Lithium-ion
Charger USB 2.0 Dock Connector
General
System Requirements Windows: USB Port 2.0, Windows Vista or XP sp2 or later
MAC: USB Port 2.0, MAC OS X v10 4.8 or later
Upgradeable Firmware Yes
Size (WxHxD) 2.75 x 2.06 x 0.26" (69.8 x 52.3 x 6.5mm)
Weight 1.74 oz (49.2g)

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Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green)
 
4.8

(based on 12 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (9)

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    (3)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Sleek/compact (11)
  • Great sound (9)
  • Lots of storage (9)
  • Simple controls (9)
  • Easy to set up (7)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Travel (9)
    • Gym / working out (8)
    • Commuting (5)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual listener (6)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (10)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 12 customers

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    5.0

    iPod Nano 3rd Gen 8 GB

    By mushball

    from Cheshire, CT

    About Me Casual Listener

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Set Up
    • Lots of Storage
    • Reliable Performance
    • Simple Controls
    • Sleek/Compact

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Anywhere
      • Gym / Working Out
      • Travel

      Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

      My husband had bought me one 9 months ago, but it was the 4GB iPod. This one was less expensive and double the memory so I bought it for HIM. He loves it. Good buy f[...]

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

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      5.0

      Functional tool

      By Heavy D

      from Cary, IL

      About Me Casual Listener

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Set Up
      • Great Sound
      • Lots of Storage
      • Reliable Performance
      • Sleek/Compact

      Cons

      • Confusing Controls

      Best Uses

      • Gym / Working Out
      • Travel

      Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

      Great for working out or cutting the grass. Lots of nice features.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

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      5.0

      Love it...

      By Terri

      from Washington state

      About Me Casual Listener

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Great Sound
      • Lots of Storage
      • Simple Controls
      • Sleek/Compact

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Gym / Working Out
        • Travel

        Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

        This is just what I needed...something to put music and podcasts on for when I'm walking. I originally bought the new 4th generation nano, but it didn't work and after reading online, it sounded like many had the same issue, so went with this one...the 3rd generation that was proven and dependable...it's wonderful and works great!

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

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        4.0

        I would buy this prooduct

        By sindy

        from monsey, ny

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Simple Controls
        • Sleek/Compact

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

            Sleek and small and very easy to carry around

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            4.0

            Ipod worth the hype

            By apple fan

            from NC

            About Me Casual Listener

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Set Up
            • Great Sound
            • Lots of Storage
            • Reliable Performance
            • Simple Controls
            • Sleek/Compact

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Commuting
              • Travel

              Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

              My Ipod Nano has worked out well. I like the way it keeps my music organized and its so easy to find the song I am looking for. It is small and easily fits in my pocket, but it also makes it easy to get lost.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

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              5.0

              Second Ipod

              By Alex Ma

              from Chino Hills, Ca

              About Me Avid Listener

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Great Sound
              • Lots of Storage
              • Simple Controls
              • Sleek/Compact

              Cons

              • Might scratch easy

              Best Uses

              • Commuting
              • Gym / Working Out
              • Travel

              Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

              I got the nano for my son, my girl has the touch.

              The Touch is quite large because of the screen.

              The size of the nano fits right into your hand.

              The screen is very clear.

              Images are quite sharp for a small screen.

              The nano is thin and very light.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

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              5.0

              a little jewel in the palm of your han

              By over 50

              from nyc

              About Me Casual Listener

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Set Up
              • Great Sound
              • Lots of Storage
              • Reliable Performance
              • Simple Controls
              • Sleek/Compact
              • Tough

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Commuting
                • Gym / Working Out
                • Travel

                Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

                compact and easy to use -
                The one improvement I would love to see would be to be to be able to erase songs directly from the Nano rather than having to go back to Itune/computer to do so.

                • Primary use:
                • Personal

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                5.0

                Excellent purchase

                By PJ

                from Tempe, AZ

                About Me Casual Listener

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Great Sound
                • Lots of Storage
                • Reliable Performance
                • Sleek/Compact

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Gym / Working Out

                  Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

                  I purchased this for my fiance for his birthday because the previous one he had was stolen.[...] The price was the best I could find anywhere,[...] Will probably purchase a new one for me soon from this site.

                  • Primary use:
                  • Personal

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                  5.0

                  Don't judge a book by its cover"

                  By chino

                  from Greensboro,NC

                  About Me Audiophile

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Set Up
                  • Great Sound
                  • Simple Controls
                  • Sleek/Compact

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • At Work
                    • Gym / Working Out
                    • Travel

                    Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

                    is my firts ipod and am exited! and saving money to get the ipod touch...

                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal

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                    5.0

                    great product

                    By Elysian

                    from Obx, NC

                    About Me Avid Listener

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Set Up
                    • Good video quality
                    • Great Sound
                    • Lots of Storage
                    • Reliable Performance
                    • Simple Controls
                    • Sleek/Compact

                    Cons

                    • Poor headphones
                    • Screen Breaks Easily

                    Best Uses

                    • At Work
                    • Commuting
                    • Gym / Working Out
                    • Sports
                    • Travel
                    • With an idock

                    Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

                    Best Ipod nano so far I think..works great ..looks great...thin, light and plays video. What more can you ask ? This website is also great too,[...] a good price on the purchase. Highly reccomended !!!

                    • How long have you owned it:
                    • A month or less
                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal

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                    4.0

                    This paks a powerful punch!

                    By Annie's Apple

                    from Ireland

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Set Up
                    • Great Sound
                    • Lots of Storage
                    • Simple Controls
                    • Sleek/Compact

                    Cons

                    • Freezes Up

                    Best Uses

                    • Commuting
                    • Sports
                    • Travel

                    Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

                    The things that are good about the i-pod nano are the quality of the headphones and the movies I use it every day,but the only fault is that it freezes. Since I have got my i-pod it has frozen 2 times already. But besides that it is BRILLIANT!!!

                    • How long have you owned it:
                    • A month or less
                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal

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                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    I love this new iPod

                    By Ham954

                    from USA, CA

                    Comments about Apple iPod nano 3rd Gen 8GB (Green):

                    I had the old Nano but I decided to trade it for the 3rd generation one and I am glad I did. I like the screen and the availability of video. The functionality is similar to the other iPods so there is little learning to do. I was able to transfer all of my library to it right away.

                    Expertise: Medium

                    Problems Encountered: Needed to reset one time due to an apparent hang.

                    Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Nano iPod

                    Items I Recommend: iTunes

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