Mere seconds after Apple announced its third-generation, buttonless iPod shuffle this week, a collective cry of "What about my expensive third-party headphones?" rang out across the Internet. Since ...

Apple recently launched a new iPod shuffle, but made a major design change that limits you from using your own personal headphones. They moved the basic controls from the device to the headset so you ...

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Well, i went to the 5th avenue Apple store last night and after much hand wringing and vacillating, walked out with a 1GB Shuffle. I loved the size and design of the shuffle, but wasn't sure if i ...

Apple is doing away with the iPod Shuffle, a gadget I’d eradicated from my mind until yesterday. And now I’m suddenly awash with emotion for a little white stick I hadn’t considered once in this ...

The iPod Shuffle and other older devices are enjoying a resurgence, fueled by social media users finding new ways to make use of the outdated technology. A trend on social media involves old ...

Although there are plenty of fabulous MP3 players out there, no one device is perfect. For years, I've kept a list of dream features, many of which remain unchecked. One of these is support for every ...