Apple iPod shuffle 3G 4 GB Specs (MB867LL/A*)
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The iPod shuffle 3G presented a bold, and controversial departure from the previous iPod shuffle 2G models by removing the straightforward controls from the body of the player and introducing an effectively three button controller -- volume up, volume down, and "action" (which varies depending on the number and duration of clicks) -- integrated with the earphone cable.
The third generation was the first iPod shuffle to support playlists and also notably introduced "VoiceOver" which speaks the names of songs, artists and playlists upon pressing the center "action" button (press and hold for title/artists, press and hold until a tone for the playlists).
The iPod shuffle 3G uses an even smaller housing than previous iPod shuffle models (a mere 0.38 of an ounce), and are available only in silver or black aluminum -- both with a "mirrored" finish clip to attach the iPod shuffle 3G to clothing -- rather than in a selection of vibrant colors like their predecessors.
Both colors of the iPod shuffle 3G use 4 GB of flash memory supporting 1000 songs and Apple reports an estimated ten hours of battery life.
Also see: What are the differences between the iPod shuffle 3G and the earlier iPod shuffle 2G?
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| Introduction Date: |
March 11, 2009 |
Discontinued Date: |
September 9, 2009 |
| 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. |
| Processor Type: |
Samsung ARM* |
Processor Speed: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*Apple provides no information on the processor used in the iPod shuffle 3G models, but it uses an Apple branded processor, believed to be a Samsung ARM. For more information, please refer to the "teardown" from the always excellent iFixIt. |
| Onboard RAM: |
N/A |
Storage Capacity: |
4 GB |
| Song Capacity: |
1000 |
Photo Capacity: |
None |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the 4 GB iPod shuffle (3G) models can hold "up to" 1000 songs "based on 4 minutes per song and 128-Kbps AAC encoding; actual song capacity varies by encoding method and bit rate." They lack a display and consequently do not support photo slideshows or video playback. |
| USB Support: |
Sync & Charge |
Firewire Support: |
None |
| Details: |
The third generation iPod shuffle models are capable of charging and syncing by USB using the provided cable. Firewire "400" is not supported. |
| Connectivity: |
USB |
Ports: |
Stereo Minijack* |
| Details: |
The iPod shuffle (3G) models only have a stereo minijack that provides connectivity to the headphones and to a computer using the provided USB cable. |
| Case Type: |
Handheld |
Form Factor: |
iPod shuffle 3G |
| Housing Color: |
Silver & Black* |
Controller: |
Earphones/VoiceOver* |
| Details: |
*The iPod shuffle 3G was offered in either silver or black with a "mirrored finish" clip. For navigation, these models have a three button remote -- effectively volume up, volume down, and "action" (which varies depending on the number and duration of clicks) -- integrated with the headphones and a spoken response dubbed "VoiceOver" where the iPod "speaks" the names of songs, artists, and playlists. |
| Built-in Display: |
None |
Display Resolution: |
N/A |
| Details: |
The iPod shuffle (3G) models do not have an integrated display. |
| Battery Type: |
Lithium Ion |
Battery Life (Music): |
10 Hours |
| Details: |
Apple reports that the iPod shuffle (3G) models provide "up to" 10 hours of music playback.
Site sponsor Other World Computing has replacement batteries that are higher capacity than the stock models as well as cases, headphones, speakers, and other accessories. |
| Battery Life (Photos): |
N/A |
Battery Life (Video): |
N/A |
| Details: |
The iPod shuffle (3G) models lack a display and consequently do not support photo slideshows or video playback. |
| Full-Charge Time: |
"About 3 Hours" |
Apple Order No: |
MB867LL/A* |
| Details: |
*MB867LL/A is the order number for the iPod shuffle 3G in silver. In black, the order number is MC164LL/A. |
| Apple Subfamily: |
iPod shuffle 3G |
Apple Model No: |
A1271 |
| Details: |
Please note that these identifiers refer to more than one model. |
| Dimensions: |
1.8 x 0.7 x 0.3 |
Avg. Weight: |
0.38 ounce |
| Details: |
In inches - height by width by depth (including clip) -- 45.2 mm x 17.5 mm x 7.8 mm, 10.7 grams. Apple also reports its "true volume" as 0.26 cu inches (4326 cu mm). |
| Mac Support: |
MacOS X 10.4.11 |
Windows Support: |
Windows Vista/XP SP3 |
| Details: |
Apple reports that this iPod is compatible with a "Mac computer with a USB 2.0 port, MacOS X 10.4.11 or later, iTunes 8.1 or later, and broadband."
It is compatible with a "PC with a USB 2.0 port, Windows Vista or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 3 or later, iTunes 8.1 or later, and broadband." |
| Audio Support: |
Apple reports that the iPod shuffle 3G models support "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, WAV, and AIFF." |
| Incl. Accessories: |
Shipped with "Apple earphones with remote and iPod shuffle USB cable." |
| Original Price: |
US$79 |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$60-US$70 |
| 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).
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