Use the iPod shuffle Cable Dock as a home base for charging and syncing with your computer or an iPod USB Power Adapter. It works with the second-generation iPod shuffle (aluminum).
computer's USB port, this iPod Shuffle 2G Dock is your must have. One end has a standard 3.5mm headphone jack and the other a standard USB connector. By simply connecting it to the only port available on the shuffle and then plugging it into your USB port, you can charge up your shuffle on the go. iPod Shuffle Charger powered by USB interface. Connecting to the computer or laptop then you can start charging your iPod shuffle with the iPod Shuffle 2G USB Charger With the docking design, let you charge your shuffle in a stable place won't like only using the cables. Brought to you Exclusively by eXpress Net Deals
A review by vietnamcaz on Apple iPod Shuffle Dock MP3 player docking station March 4th, 2007
Author's product rating:
Sound Quality
Excellent
Comfort
Good
Looks & Design
Excellent
Durability
Good
Value for Money
Good
Advantages:
very small
Disadvantages:
need a pc to charge (unless you buy a USB charger)
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
This docking station is used with the new tiny Apple Ipod shuffle. As you might imagine, the docking station is also extremely small. The docking station has two purposes. The iPod can be placed into the station in order to be charged. The other end fits into a USB port on your PC. You also need to use the docking station if you want to upload new music onto your iPod. This works in the same manner. As soon as you plug the docking station into the PC the Apple software loads.
If you buy the new iPod shuffle then the docking station comes with it. However, if you lose it/break it (not easy) or want an extra one then you can buy it from many places. The best place is probably online as this is where you can buy it cheapest. Places like Amazon or Ebay seem to have the best prices with the cheapest around £5. Or you could buy direct from Apple (either from the high street or online). However this is much more expensive - £19. Although this guarantees you get the real deal, i think it is worth going for the cheaper option as the difference in price is so great. Obviously its up to you though.
The docking station uses the same hole in the iPod as the the headphones, so it is not possible to listen to your iPod when it is charging or when you are downloading music. This might be slightly annoying but hasnt been a problem to me. Obviously yo can listen to the iPod music via your PC speakers if you want to.
The only disadvantage is that you cannot charge your iPod via the mains. At the moment this has not caused a problem for me as the computer is on a lot in our house. However, it will be very inconvenient when i go on holiday as i wont be able to charge my iPod.
UPDATE: I have since bought a USB mains charger really cheaply (£4 plus postage from ebay) that means i can plug my docking station into the mains and charge my iPod that way. This is pretty cool and means I will be able to charge my iPod when i go abroad (remember your european adaptor). You can buy an offical Apple USB adaptor but as before (in relation to the actual docking station) it costs £19.
The iPod shuffle docking station is easy and convenient to use, especially if you buy a cheap USB adaptor so you can charge from the mains. The docking station is extremely sturdy and the iPod itself is well secured once it is docked on. You can turn it upside down etc and it wont fall off.
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Poor Quality badly made Review ofApple iPod Shuffle Dock MP3 player docking stationby
traceyxdavid
Advantages: you can charge and sync your ipod Disadvantages: very flimsey and easily broken
Ipod shuffle docking usb station: This is for the tiny little sexy Ipod shuffle the USB cable with integrated Dock is a perfect little seat to pop your iPod for a quick charge or a change of tunes With its long cable you don’t have to keep reaching in behind your pc tower to plug it into the usb when you need to use it.
You will obviously need a pc to charge your iPod with this but there is also a Mains charge available (bought separately) Unfortunately ... ...which goes into the iPod is very easily broken, a slight knock to the connector and its damaged and you will need to buy a new one.
These are very pricey considering the price of the ipod which comes with a docking station is only around £50 I wouldn’t recommend buying the original Ipod shuffle docking station but shop around for a cheaper more sturdier alternative ...
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Apple iPod Shuffle Dock MP3 player docking station
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Manufacturer's product description
Use the iPod shuffle Cable Dock as a home base for charging and syncing with your computer or an iPod USB Power Adapter. It works with the second-generation iPod shuffle (aluminum).
When I bought my i-pod I originally intended it for solely listening to in the gym, whilst walking to work or travelling etc. but eventually as I increased the size of my library I realised that I had in fact a better variety of music to hand as opposed... more
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