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Apple Apple iPod Nano 3rd Generation

79

Good
  • Pros
  • Slim, elegant design
  • Attractive video playback
  • Cons
  • Lacks radio
  • Doesn't allow voice recording

User Reviews for Apple Apple iPod Nano 3rd Generation

  • Reviewed by: nguan

    Duration of ownership: 3 Months

    Strengths: Nice and Clean Look, Perfect Size, Good Size Storage

    Weaknesses:

    Overall Evaluation: This is my first IPod. It is cool little music player that amazes me how versatile it is. It is easy to use once you are familiar with it. For first time buyer like me, you might find hard time to learn how to use it. I had hard time trying to figure out how to download music. I had to go to Apple web site to download manual which I think it should come with it at least Quick Use Manual. see MP3 Players low price at http://musicplayershop.blogspot.com/

  • Reviewed by: kaolan

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: It's an ipod!

    Weaknesses: Itunes, accessories too expansive

    Overall Evaluation: I love the blue color and I think the 3rd generation has a more appealing appearance than the original Nano. It can also play video, very nice feature. 8GB can hold thousands of songs. I don't know if it is me but I do find the sound quality is also better than the 2nd generation Nano. One thing I don't like about ipod is the software. Itunes is slow. Moreover, it only offers synchronization so you can't add or delete songs directly on ipod. I found a alternative free software to replace itunes. It's called Winamp and it's free. It's a much smaller software, easy to use with powerful features. As usual, accessories are expensive, like speakers, fm tuner, and case etc. I really like it. Recommended!

  • Reviewed by: jinyu1

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Design, UI

    Weaknesses: None so far

    Overall Evaluation: The iPod Nano 3rd Generation 8GB Blue is great for kids. I bought this for my friend's son, and he loves it.As usual, the design and finish is extremely refined (although made in China). The click wheel UI is refined and very user friendly. The sound is good too (according to the boy).

  • Reviewed by: kimmyemail

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: small, portable, great screen, great sound. can hold videos, podcasts, pictures, songs, mp3s and itunes is very easy to use.

    Weaknesses: if this is your main mp3 player, 8 gb may not meet your needs.

    Overall Evaluation: This is my second Ipod. My first one holds 40 gb and holds my whole music collection. This one was bought because i needed a new one that my radio would plug up into in the car. This is a great ipod. Very small and does quite a bit. Nice color. Nice screen. Easy to use. I HIGHLY recommend this as a first or second ipod. Everyone should get this and at under 200 bucks, a steal!

  • Reviewed by: mike in wi

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Size, easy interface to Itunes.

    Weaknesses: None so far.

    Overall Evaluation: My daughter wanted and iPod for Christmas and was looking at non-Apple brand units. Since we already used iTunes for music purchases it seemed to make the most sense to go with an Apple product. Its a very small unit (any smaller and it really would be too small), works great and easily interfaces with iTunes for music and other content syncing. Video screen actually isn't too bad for watching video play back. A bit more dollars than other brand MP3 players, but well made and I'm happy with the choice. Lots of accessories available as well.

  • Reviewed by: dhakaia

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Size, Video

    Weaknesses: USB only charger

    Overall Evaluation: I bought this for the GF, but use it every once in a while myself. The 8GB flash memory has been very handy and quickly accessible. The screen even though small... is ver bright and provides good resolution. She was very excited to get this, as its almost become a fashion accessory as well. Its been a solid performer so far, and we are happy with it.

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