Apple iPod shuffle 2nd Gen (Silver) 1 GB Specs
Identifiers: 2nd Gen - MA564LL/A - A1204 - 2125
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The iPod shuffle (Second Generation - Silver) uses a tiny 1.07 inch tall, 0.98 inch wide, and 0.33 inch deep case -- effectively the size of the previously released iPod Radio Remote -- including a "clip" that makes it easy to attach the iPod shuffle (2nd Generation) to a pocket or other piece of clothing. Apple brags that it is nearly "half the size of the original... just half a cublic inch in volume, [and] weighs just half an ounce."
The second generation model lacks the integrated USB port of the first generation model, but instead has a headphone jack that provides connectivity for the headphones, music synchronization, and power (via a tiny USB dock).
It uses 1 GB of flash memory, capable of supporting 240 songs, but as it lacks a display, does not support photo slideshows or video playback. Apple reports an estimated 12 hours of battery life.
On January 30, 2007, Apple introduced a line of colored iPod shuffle models available in orange, green, blue, and pink, as well as silver. The silver model that is a part of the iPod shuffle (2nd Generation) Colors series is identical to this one except that it ships with revised earbuds that are designed to sit in the ear without foam "caps" -- previously introduced with the iPod 5th Generation Enhanced and iPod nano 2nd Generation -- and the packaging uses gray text instead of green.
Also see: What are the differences between the second generation iPod shuffle and the first generation iPod shuffle?
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| Introduction Date: |
September 12, 2006 |
Discontinued Date: |
January 30, 2007* |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
*On January 30, 2007, Apple introduced a line of colored iPod shuffle models available in orange, blue, green, and pink, as well as silver. The silver model that is a part of the iPod shuffle (2G) Colors series is identical to this one except that it shipped with new earbuds that are designed to sit in the ear without foam "caps" and the packaging uses gray text instead of green.
Also see: All iPhone models introduced in 2006. |
| Processor Speed: |
N/A |
Processor Type: |
Samsung ARM* |
| Details: |
*Apple provides no information on the processor used in the iPod shuffle 2nd Gen models, but it uses an Apple branded processor, believed to be a Samsung ARM. |
| Onboard RAM: |
N/A |
Storage Capacity: |
1 GB |
| Song Capacity: |
240 |
Photo Capacity: |
None |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the iPod shuffle (2G) can hold "up to" 240 songs in "128-Kbps AAC format". It lacks a display and consequently does not support photo slideshows or video playback. |
| USB Support: |
Sync & Charge |
Firewire Support: |
None |
| Details: |
The second generation iPod shuffle is capable of charging and syncing by USB using the provided dock. Firewire "400" is not supported. |
| Connectivity: |
USB |
Ports: |
Stereo Minijack* |
| Details: |
The iPod shuffle (2G) only has a stereo minijack that provides connectivity to the headphones and to a computer using the provided USB dock. |
| Case Type: |
Handheld |
Form Factor: |
iPod shuffle 2nd Gen |
| Housing Color: |
Silver |
Controller: |
Button* |
| Details: |
The iPod shuffle (2G) uses a silver aluminum case without a "ClickWheel". |
| Built-in Display: |
None |
Display Resolution: |
N/A |
| Details: |
The iPod shuffle (2nd Gen) does not have an integrated display. |
| Battery Type: |
Lithium Ion |
Battery Life (Music): |
12 Hours |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the iPod shuffle (2G) provides "up to" 12 hours of music playback. |
| Battery Life (Photos): |
N/A |
Battery Life (Video): |
N/A |
| Details: |
The iPod shuffle (2G) lacks a display and consequently does not support photo slideshows or video playback.
|
| Full-Charge Time: |
"About 4 Hours" |
Apple Order No: |
MA564LL/A |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the iPod shuffle (2G) will charge completely in "about 4 hours" and also will "fast charge" in 2 hours to 80% capacity. |
| Apple Subfamily: |
2nd Gen |
Apple Model No: |
A1204 (EMC 2125) |
| Details: |
Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model.
Also see: All iPods with the A1204 Model Number and the 2125 EMC Number. |
| Dimensions: |
1.62 x 1.07 x 0.41 |
Avg. Weight: |
0.55 ounce |
| Details: |
In inches - height by width by depth (including clip). |
| Mac Support: |
MacOS X 10.3.9 |
Windows Support: |
Windows 2000/XP |
| Details: |
Apple reports that this iPod is compatible with a "Macintosh computer with a USB port, MacOS X 10.3.9 or later, and iTunes 7 or later."
It is compatible with a "PC with USB, Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or later or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 2 or later, and iTunes 7 or later." |
| Audio Support: |
Apple reports that the iPod shuffle 2G supports "MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store, M4A, M4B, M4P), Audible (formats 2, 3 and 4), WAV, and AIFF." |
| Incl. Accessories: |
Shipped with "earphones and [a] dock." |
| Original Price: |
US$79 |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$20-US$30 |
| Details: |
Please note that on average the estimated current retail pricing of used systems is updated twice a year (please refer to the date on the bottom of the page for the date last updated).
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. |
Global original prices for the iPod shuffle 2nd Gen (Silver) in 34 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region. Please note that prices with an asterisk (*) are bound by carrier contractual obligations.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Mexico: |
N/A |
United States: |
US$79 |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
N/A |
Belgium: |
€89 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 649 |
Finland: |
N/A |
| Luxembourg: |
N/A |
Netherlands: |
€79 |
| Norway: |
N/A |
Portugal: |
N/A |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 119 |
United Kingdom: |
£55 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
N/A |
Hong Kong: |
N/A |
| India: |
N/A |
Indonesia: |
N/A |
| Malaysia: |
N/A |
The Philippines: |
N/A |
| Singapore: |
N/A |
Taiwan: |
N/A |
| Thailand: |
N/A |
Vietnam: |
N/A |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$119 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$149 |
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