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Mason
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872 Posts
7/02
Posted - Mar 2 2005 : 5:57PM
I got mine the day it came out and I've had nothing but problems with it since.

It has done so many cooky things (misplacing songs that then reappear out of nowhere days later) and now it won't recharge.

Anyone, have problems with their shuffles?

cv
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7/03
Posted - Mar 2 2005 : 9:52PM
I don't own one (yet), but Apple recently released (like within the last week) a software update for iPods. Visit www.apple.com/ipod to download it. It might fix your problems. If not, I'd send it back to Apple and get a new one.
EL_
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193 Posts
7/04
Posted - Mar 2 2005 : 11:52PM
really that bad. I was think of getting one but I guess my ipod is bigger and better.

Are you using it with a PC or a Mac? Also Itunes is probably the best way to use it if you aren't doing that already.

Mason
Member

872 Posts
7/02
Posted - Mar 3 2005 : 12:29AM
I did the update, and that's when the damn thing stopped charging.

I have a Mac. I would have totally gone for the bigger one, but it's so cute and compact and makes my 5+ mile runs so much better than carrying anything bulky (I just stick it under my brastrap and forget about it). I'm going to take it back tomorrow.

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3/02
Posted - Mar 3 2005 : 12:47AM
There's a bit of discussion about problems with iPod's recharging here.
 
oatmeal
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1738 Posts
8/04
Posted - Mar 3 2005 : 7:21AM
built in rechargable power cells is a bad idea. Eventually they will stop working properly.

Good to see not all Mac products are god-like

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11/99
Posted - Mar 3 2005 : 11:24AM
Mason - I have a little philips micro jukebox. Works well. No problems charging - battery lasts a long time. I think it's a lot cheaper than an ipod. I don't love the music management programs that came with it. But I don't know how others work. It uses flash memory (not a hard drive) so I can run with it. It's not cute, but it is compact :)
oatmeal
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1738 Posts
8/04
Posted - Mar 3 2005 : 12:08PM
Many mp3 players can be identified as flash drives in Windows and you can simply copy files to them. No need to install file managers or file transfer software.

While Mrs. Oatmeal's Creative MuVo Micro N200 isn't as stylish as the iShuffle it's cheap and more practical.

It uses one AAA battery (can be rechargeable.) It can be worn on your arm, belt or as a necklace.

It even has a display so you can skip songs and an FM tuner (probably crap reception) that you can record while listening. I think it was $115 CDN so it must be cheaper than the iShuffle in the US.

Drew Black
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8009 Posts
9/99
Posted - Mar 3 2005 : 12:18PM
Steph's player can be used as a drive via USB but it appears to have some type of partitioning mechanism or non-standard file system format. You can read and write files to it just like a drive but those files are not playable by the player's firmware.

I haven't played around with it much but the only way that we've found to get the mp3 files to the device in a playable format is to use its bundled software. Also, when you load files to the device using their software those files are not visible to Windows Explorer via USB port.


oatmeal
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1738 Posts
8/04
Posted - Mar 3 2005 : 1:10PM
I didn't realize there were any devices that were so proprietary. I guess I got lucky.
Mason
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872 Posts
7/02
Posted - Jun 1 2005 : 3:47PM
Apple was kind enough to replace my iPod Shuffle with a brand new one. But hey, guess what?!?!

It fucking broke again. Same exact thing happened.

The funny thing is that when I returned it the first time, as I was leaving the counter at the Mac Store, I heard a lady complaining about the same problem. These suckers got bugs.

Hurrab
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Denmark, EU
256 Posts
3/03
Posted - Jun 2 2005 : 8:04AM
Sounds as if Apple has got a problem.
Or as if you're very unlucky.
oatmeal
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1738 Posts
8/04
Posted - Jun 2 2005 : 8:56AM
frustrating

Mpio's FL look good if you are going to take it back for a refund. (still has a built in rechargeable battery)

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1062 Posts
2/01
Posted - Jun 4 2005 : 1:43AM
Good to hear about these issues now. I was looking at getting one of those. I used to run with my iPod but it started acting really weird.

Stopping all of the sudden not being able to find any songs, etc.

Was looking at the shuffle as something to go running with but now I guess I have to look else where.

lou sapphire
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685 Posts
9/02
Posted - Jun 4 2005 : 2:05AM
i had to take back my first ipod mini.....same prblems
 
Mason
Member

872 Posts
7/02
Posted - Jun 4 2005 : 2:25AM
Apple stock dropped today due to lower expectations of future iPod purchses. They are now offering discounts on newer models for trade ins. Pretty funny stuff.

Mason
Member

872 Posts
7/02
Posted - Jun 4 2005 : 2:33AM
I've read that this is a common complaint for long distance runners who use the regular iPods; they simply can't handle the motion. I've heard that the iPod Shuffle is a great alternative and can handle long distances just fine. I could take mine up to 6 miles without any interruption whatsoever. Now if my computer could find the sucker on my desktop and it could recharge itself, all would be swell. I should have bought that Nike one you put on your shoes.
tricia_devereaux
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4/00
Posted - Jun 5 2005 : 2:02AM
Good thread - I'm getting ready to get one - need one that's easy and quick to use, and will take a beating while I'm working out.
Would prefer it to have some sort of display too.
That Mpio one looks interesting...
Leyden
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8751 Posts
1/04
Posted - Jun 5 2005 : 4:19AM
This one from Lexar looks like a good Shuffle alternative. It has a display and right now is bundled with two flash drives, a 128 MB and a 1 GB drive. It also takes two standard AAA batteries.
AlexPanzer
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1593 Posts
6/03
Posted - Jun 7 2005 : 7:54AM
Nothing beats Creative Muvo TX FM.
Joey Starr
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10/00
Posted - Jun 7 2005 : 9:18AM
There have been rumours lately about new 2GB and 4GB iPod Shuffles, but some sources say this is unlikely to happen.
oatmeal
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8/04
Posted - Jun 7 2005 : 9:36AM
flash memory based mp3 players are awesome for any sports like running, cycling or rollerblading. There're light and have no moving parts to worry about.

Look for ones that come with a strap so you can wear it on your bicept with the headphone wires running under your shirt or from behind.

The shuffles two shortcomings, and they're huge, are a lack of display and replaceable batteries. Rechargeables have a limited shelf life and if you can't replace them it's a disposable product.

I wonder when they'll introduce wireless headsets to mp3 devices?

here's an article for those looking to purchase a flash memory mp3 player. Edited by - Oatmeal on 6/7/2005 1:02:59 PM

threesomebody
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2491 Posts
12/04
Posted - Jun 9 2005 : 9:30PM
I love my 1GB iPod shuffle and have not had any problems, even during exercise. Still, it is good to hear about these issues so I can keep my eyes open, and know if I see one that it should be a known problem.
Dingus
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4 Posts
6/05
Posted - Jun 9 2005 : 10:33PM
I have a Creative Muvo slim 512mb.

I love the darn thing. It's the size of a credit card but as thick as several. You just drag and drop (any) files into it, it also has FM radio and recording, voice recording, and an equalizer.
I'm an Oaf and if I haven't killed it in six months of hard use, neither will you.


Dingus
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6/05
Posted - Jun 9 2005 : 10:37PM
I have a Creative Muvo slim 512mb.

I love the darn thing. It's the size of a credit card but as thick as several. You just drag and drop (any) files into it, it also has FM radio and recording, voice recording, and an equalizer.
I'm an Oaf and if I haven't killed it in six months of hard use, neither will you.

Info is here


 
AlexPanzer
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1593 Posts
6/03
Posted - Jun 10 2005 : 1:12AM
I like the Creative Muvo Slim too, I would get it if I would need a 2nd MP3 player. The only downside of it is that I would need to carry the USB cable, with my TX FM I can go anywhere with it and plug it to any computer without any cables, it is really useful for the college since I do work here and there.
phatbasey
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1390 Posts
1/05
Posted - Jun 10 2005 : 2:36AM
That for the input guys I too have been thinking of one like Tricia.
AlexPanzer
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1593 Posts
6/03
Posted - Jun 10 2005 : 3:59AM
I dont think that iPod Shuffle is the best choice, especially when it comes to a price.
oatmeal
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8/04
Posted - Jun 10 2005 : 8:30AM
There are other mp3 players that have the USB connector built in (Creative MuVo TX FM, MuVo TX, MuVo USB 2.0 and MuVo NX models.) The body is two pieces so they're not as elegant (or as dependable?) a solution as the MuVo Slim or V200 but they get rid of the cord.

Click here for more information.

you can get them cheap at NewEgg

Ejac
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851 Posts
9/04
Posted - Jun 10 2005 : 11:45AM

I have an iPod Mini 6Gb. Awesome player.


Edited by - ejac on 6/12/2005 9:02:52 PM

Mason
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872 Posts
7/02
Posted - Jun 10 2005 : 11:57AM
Heh heh. You said unit.

threesomebody
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Posted - Jun 13 2005 : 9:39AM
heh heh. You said player.



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