Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue)

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Product Highlights

  • 5th Generation
  • 2.2" LCD Display
  • Audio, Video, Photo, Data
  • FM Tuner and FM Recording
  • Digital Video Camera
  • Genius Playlists & Genius Mixes
  • Nike + iPod Sport Kit Compatibility
  • FM Radio + Live Pause & iTunes Tagging
  • VoiceOver Speaks Playlist, Song & Artist
  • Mac and PC Compatible

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Apple's 8GB iPod nano (Blue) is just as much video camera as it is personal music library, FM radio, and fitness coach! The nano lets you record up to 8 hours of Internet ready 640 x 480 VGA video. It also gives you the option to choose from 15 different special effects to make every video truly unique. Once you've captured the moment share it with everyone through email, YouTube, MobileMe, Facebook or other social networking sites.

The 5th generation has a few design changes as well, including an expanded 2.2 inch LCD screen and a polished anodized aluminum finish. And, when it comes to storage the 5G can hold up to 2,000 songs or up to 7,000 photos. The nano still rocks the Genius Playlist feature, and now Genius Mixes as well. When synced with iTunes the player can create up to 12 different mixes based on your music.

When you feel like taking a break from your music, the nano has a built-in FM tuner. Apple went a step beyond radio by also giving the tuner iTunes tagging and Live Pause. In addition, the VoiceOver feature tells you the title and artist of the songs you're listening to. You can also use Voice Memo to save notes to self or any other audio you want to record.

To help you reach your fitness goals, the nano now has a built-in pedometer for counting your steps. And, when paired with the Nike + iPod Sport Kit (available separately) you can use the nano to keep track of your runs or gym workouts too.

Built-In Video Camera

iPod nano Camcorder
The iPod nano doubles as your very own camcorder. Just scroll through the menu to get to the video camera, select portrait or landscape, and start capturing all the fun! Videos recorded by the nano are already the perfect size for emailing or posting on social networking sites like YouTube, Facebook or MobileMe. You'll capture the audio too with a built-in mic. And when you're ready to playback your video on iPod nano, the built-in speaker lets you totally relive the moment
15 Fun Video Effects
Have fun with your video with 15 included special video effects. You can chose from cool effects like X Ray, Sepia, and Cyborg, among others. Once you're done recording just sync the nano to your computer and iPhoto (or your preferred photo software) opens. You can then send off your masterpiece through email, YouTube, or Facebook
Social Network Sharing
When you're ready to share all that beautiful video footage with the world, just connect the iPod nano to your Mac, and iPhoto opens and syncs all the video you shot to your computer. With a PC it's just as easy using your favorite photo software. With Mac, you can browse and edit your videos in iPhoto as well. The video file sizes are just right for sharing through email or on social networking sites such as YouTube, MobileMe, and Facebook

Genius

Genius Playlists & Mixes
When you want to hear your music in a whole new way give Genius a try. Genius takes a favorite song and builds a Genius Playlist of songs that all go great together. You can listen to the playlist right away, save it for later, or refresh and try it again. Genius Mixes, on the other hand, give you another way to get all new, customized combinations of your music. When you sync your nano to iTunes, you can set Genius to automatically search your library to find songs that go well together for up to 12 unique Genius Mixes. You'll rediscover your music library in a whole new way
Cover Flow Album Art
View your album art in Cover Flow for a faster way to find the song you want to hear. Or just press and hold the center button to flip the album cover art over so you can see the songs. When you find the right song, press the center button to add it to your on-the-go playlist
Shake to Shuffle
Turn on the nano's Shake to Shuffle, and give it a shake! The iPod nano will randomly pump out your tunes, and you'll hear your music library from a totally new perspective

FM Radio + Live Pause

FM Radio
Now you can check out the FM dial when you feel like taking a break from your music library. The FM tuner lets you hear your favorite morning shows on your commute and discover new music while you work out. It even shows you what and who you're listening to as you scroll the dial using the nano's click wheel
Live Pause
Live Pause lets you take a break from live radio with just a click, holding the broadcast right where you stopped it. Another click and you're listening to your station again. You can even rewind as far back as 15 minutes, then fast-forward to catch up to the live broadcast
iTunes Tagging
Use the Click Wheel on iPod nano to tag songs you hear on the radio. iTunes creates a list of all your tagged songs so you can easily preview or purchase them when you sync iPod nano to iTunes

VoiceOver

What is VoiceOver?
VoiceOver tells you the title and artist of a song without having to look down at your iPod. Just use the Click Wheel or the controls on the optional Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic and VoiceOver tells you the song name and who's performing it without interrupting your music
How it Works
It all begins with iTunes and its seamless integration with iPod nano. iTunes reads your song information, then uses the VoiceOver Kit to generate the announcements for the songs, artists, and playlists. Just sync your iPod nano to your computer and it really speaks to you
Multiple Languages
iTunes selects the language and best voice for your song titles and artist names. It looks at song data, like the title, artist, and album information, then applies intelligent algorithms to choose the right language. If you prefer to hear that information spoken in another language, you can change the designated VoiceOver language for that song in iTunes
Voice Memos
The built-in mic lets you capture a thought, a reminder, a class lecture, or any audio recording you want with Voice Memos

Fitness

Pedometer
iPod nano uses the built-in accelerometer to keep track of your steps and help you meet your fitness goals. You can create a daily step goal or set it to Always On so it counts all the steps you take, all the time
Nike + iPod Sport Kit for Running
When you combine the iPod nano with the Nike + shoes, and the Nike + iPod Sport Kit (available separately) you can track your runs in a whole new way. Just put the sensor in the built-in pocket under the insole, connect the receiver to your nano, and reap the benefits. Use the Nike + iPod menu to choose how you want to run. Pick from the open-ended workout or select one with time, distance, or calorie goals. You can even pick your favorite playlist, shuffle songs or choose Nike-created Sport Music. As you log the miles iPod nano keeps you informed of your time, distance, pace, and calories burned. It also gives you feedback at the halfway point and as you race toward the finish. You can also see all the details on your nano.
Nike + iPod at the Gym
Using a Nike + iPod compatible cardio machine you can connect your nano to record your pace, time, and distance. Just connect, choose the music or video that you want, and start your workout. While you're burning calories, your iPod nano is charging up. Your pace, distance, time, and calories are all recorded on the nano and you'll see a summary of your workout on the cardio equipment
Sync Your Data
When you're finished, connect your iPod nano to your Mac or PC. iTunes automatically sends your workout data to nikeplus.com. Every workout and every run is there, ready for you to review. Get pumped for your next run with recommended challenges, custom training programs, and maps of new routes to try. Or share motivation with runners across the world

iPod and iTunes

iTunes & iTunes Store
Use iTunes to fill your iPod with music, movies, TV shows, and more. You can also use it browse and organize your personal digital media collection. And the iTunes Store provides millions of songs, thousands of movies and TV shows, hundreds of games, apps, audiobooks, podcasts, iTunes U, and more all for your entertainment
At Your Control
Everything you buy on the iTunes Store and any music from CDs you import to iTunes appears in your library on the iTunes player. You can organize your content and put it into playlists. Choose from Genius Mixes and create Genius playlists. Flip through your album art with Cover Flow. Give everything your personal rating. And download it all to your iPod. It's the Apple way to manage your digital media. And you can download iTunes free

Environmental Stats

Green Features
  • Arsenic-free glass
  • BFR-free
  • Mercury-free
  • PVC-free
  • Highly recyclable
Type Flash Memory
Capacity 8GB
Memory Card Slot None
Display 2.2" LCD
240 x 376 Pixel Resolution
FM Tuner Yes
FM Recording No
Voice Recording Yes
Data Storage No
Photo Capture No
Photo Viewing Yes
Video Recording Yes
Video Playback Yes
Text Reader No
Formats Supported Audio: AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV
Connections Dock Connector
1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Headphone
Battery 1x Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
Charger USB 2.0
AC Adapter (optional)
System Requirements Operating System
Windows XP, Vista
Mac OS X 10.40.11

Hardware
USB 2.0 Port
Dimensions (WxHxD) 1.5 x 3.6 x 0.24" / 3.81 x 9.14 x 0.61cm
Weight 1.28 oz / 36g

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue)
 
4.8

(based on 13 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (10)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to set up (10)
  • Great sound (10)
  • Simple controls (10)
  • Sleek/compact (9)
  • Long battery life (8)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Anywhere (11)
    • Travel (6)
    • Gym / working out (5)
    • Commuting (4)
    • At work (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual listener (7), Avid listener (6)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (13)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 13 customers

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    5.0

    pretty cool

    By Brazil nuts

    from Rio de janeiro

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    Verified Buyer

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Anywhere

      Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

      I gave it to my 8 yrs daughter and she uses it intensively. The interface is so easy that she never got across the manual. better than the newer version as has a great quality video camera. Awesome value for money

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      Amazing product!

      By PPSA

      from Palo Alto, CA

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      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Set Up
      • Good camera for casual us
      • Great Sound
      • Screen
      • Simple Controls
      • Sleek/Compact

      Cons

      • NONE

      Best Uses

      • All The time
      • Anywhere
      • Commuting
      • Gym / Working Out
      • Travel

      Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

      Great product. Sad to see Apple not contining the same type of iPod (i.e. great screen to watch movies, camerea and more).

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      4.0

      I love my new ipod

      By Gilda

      from Paris, France

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      Verified Buyer

      Pros

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

      Cons

      • Video cam uneasy to use

      Best Uses

      • Anywhere

      Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

      It's very easy to use it, its weight is very light, I love its color. I enjoyed listening my music on my new ipod nano. Just 2 questions about the video camera: how can I erase my films? And how can I watch them on my computer?

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      5.0

      i would totaly buy this product again!

      By karen the redhead

      from new york, NY

      About Me Casual Listener

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Long Battery Life
      • Lots of Storage
      • Simple Controls
      • Sleek/Compact

      Cons

      • Difficult to Set Up

      Best Uses

      • Anywhere
      • Commuting
      • Gym / Working Out
      • Travel

      Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

      i love this ipod. its so light i take it everywhere. great for long rides!
      i still have to get use to the itunes and downloading songs but other than than i love it!!!

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

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      5.0

      Nice Product

      By skibummark

      from Enola, PA

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      Pros

      • Easy To Set Up
      • Great Sound
      • Long Battery Life
      • Lots of Storage

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • At Work
        • Travel

        Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

        Personal Use - Lots of storage - great sound

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

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        5.0

        Great product!

        By Jenny

        from Louisville, MS

        About Me Casual Listener

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

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

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Anywhere

          Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

          Great deal on a great product! Love it!

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

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          5.0

          I like it!

          By jojo

          from Columbus, OH

          About Me Casual Listener

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Set Up
          • Great Sound

          Cons

          • Short Battery Life

          Best Uses

          • Anywhere

          Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

          I use it not quite often just for music. It's thin, light and cute! And the camera is good!

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

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          5.0

          Good product simple to use

          By Fox racer

          from Duchesne, Utah

          About Me Casual Listener

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

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

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Anywhere

            Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

            the only thing I dont like is that you have the screen lock My friend put a password on and now I cant figure it out.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal

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            5.0

            Does everything that it says wonderfull

            By Jake the Snake

            from Western MA

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            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Set Up
            • Great Sound
            • Reliable Performance
            • Simple Controls

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Anywhere

              Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

              Product is easy to use and very functional. I bought it for my 10 yr old and she can run it no problem. Nice job Apple

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

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              5.0

              Bought for gift, may need get myself one

              By tuckdawg

              from Boston MA

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              Verified Buyer

              Pros

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

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Anywhere
                • At Work
                • Commuting
                • Gym / Working Out
                • Travel

                Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

                Very slick: cool video camera, FM tuner and all the classic iPod features.

                • Primary use:
                • Personal

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                4.0

                ...

                By tran

                from florida

                About Me Casual Listener

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Anywhere
                    • At Work
                    • Gym / Working Out
                    • Travel

                    Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

                    The ipod is very nice. I love the color. Highly recommend this one. [...]

                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal

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                    4.0

                    Nice product.

                    By Ray

                    from Cleveland, Ohio

                    About Me Avid Listener

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Great Sound
                    • Reliable Performance
                    • Simple Controls
                    • Sleek/Compact

                    Cons

                    • Difficult to Set Up
                    • Insufficient Storage

                    Best Uses

                    • Anywhere

                    Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

                    Despite what you read, the average mp3 is about 5 mg. This will give you about 1500 mp3's in an 8 gig nano. Video will use up a lot more. Spring for the extra 8 to go to 16. Apple software isn't great but it suffices. You can get a cheaper mp3 that you can drag and drop songs into it very easily in Windows Explorer without having to run any synching software. The Nano is a very slick looking, compact product that is easy to use and sounds excellent.

                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal

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                    5.0

                    Just as I ordered and at a great price!

                    By Hermsky

                    from LI, New York

                    About Me Casual Listener

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

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

                    Cons

                    • Poor Sound Quality

                    Best Uses

                    • Commuting
                    • Gym / Working Out
                    • Travel

                    Comments about Apple 8GB iPod nano (Blue):

                    The new FM radio feature is very nifty and a nice addition to this already great product from Apple. I don't know how they pack so much stuff in such a small package, mp4 player, video recorder, movie player, and now FM radio....these guys are aliens I tell ya!

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                    • Personal

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