| At this time of writing the iPod nano has its | | | | As extra features to this nifty device, the |
| thinnest shape yet, 0.26 inches thick, 3.5 | | | | iPod nano has an array of useful tools like |
| inches high, 1.6 inches wide and 1.41 ounces | | | | calendars, world clocks, a stopwatch, |
| in weight. Available in a tough anodized | | | | contacts pages and a screen lock to hide your |
| aluminum case, colors are olive, blue, pink, | | | | secret four digit combination. Forgotten |
| black or white. This mp3 player also has a | | | | combinations are no problems since you are |
| 40% brighter 1.5 inch display capable of | | | | able to reset them when you next sync. Games |
| detailed album art and slideshows, and there | | | | such as Solitaire, Brick, Music Quiz and |
| is 24 hours worth of rechargeable lithium ion | | | | Parachute are there for when you want a fun |
| battery life to boot. Three models exist, the | | | | challenge. Slow (1.5 hours achieving 80% |
| 2GB, 4GB and 8GB, the cheapest at around | | | | battery capacity) and fast (3 hours for 100% |
| $149, a max potential of 2000 songs in the | | | | capacity) charge time options are standard. |
| largest storage model! | | | | |
| | | | Menus are customizable, storage capacity can |
| In addition to music iPod nano can house a | | | | be checked, different languages and sound |
| staggering 25,000 pictures and play podcasts | | | | qualities are available. The number of songs |
| and audiobooks, all downloadable from the | | | | residing on your nano, alongside the max |
| iTunes Store online. | | | | volume and various graphic equalizer options |
| | | | and the backlight timer are modifiable. |
| Locating and playing music, or indeed | | | | |
| anything else, is a simple affair. Various | | | | The dock on the underside of the nano can be |
| menu options can lead you, for example, by | | | | connected directly to stereo systems, and the |
| artist, composer, album, tune, genre or | | | | address book can be updated through Outlook |
| playlist. Songs can be mixed by utilizing the | | | | or Outlook Express on the PC. Windows system |
| 'shuffle songs' option. | | | | requirements are USB 2.0's, Windows 2000 with |
| | | | service pack 4 onwards, Windows XP Home or |
| Podcasts come from all manner of places, from | | | | Professional with service pack 2 or later, |
| the well known to the obscure. ESPN, NPR, ABC | | | | and iTunes 7 onwards. Similarly, Mac |
| News, Comedy Central, amongst many other | | | | specifications are USB 2, OS X v10.3.9 or |
| names, are available to browse and subscribe | | | | later and iTunes & onwards. |
| to. | | | | |
| | | | All manner of accessories exist to make your |
| A huge variety audiobooks are on offer at the | | | | nano experience yet more enjoyable. A stylish |
| iTunes Store. If you want you can learn | | | | iPod Hi-Fi, nano armband, in-ear or lanyard |
| languages, read sci-fi's, or catch up on | | | | headphones, dock, Nike+iPod Sport Kit, USB |
| natural history, amidst the huge array of | | | | power adapter and radio remote are all |
| information available, everything is | | | | available in stores. |
| available within a few presses of the click | | | | |
| wheel. A perfect way of getting into reading, | | | | A massive range of car companies and in-car |
| iPod nano bookmarks and has an adjustable | | | | sound system companies have teamed up with |
| reading speed function. | | | | iPod to help you fully integrate your nano |
| | | | for a great driving experience, whether your |
| Photos can sync from your Windows PC or Mac | | | | car is brand new and already incorporates |
| with iTunes to your iPod nano. Photos can be | | | | nano friendly features, or older and needs |
| viewed in full screen by pressing the center | | | | customizing. |
| button. Up to 5 hours of slideshows have time | | | | |
| between slide adjustment functions and | | | | I hope this information has been useful, |
| transition effects. | | | | check out the official Apple website for |
| | | | finer details. |