8.6 out of 10

Apple iPod nano 4th Generation

 

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Best Price: $149

  • User Score (4876)
    9.1 9.1 from 4876 reviewers
  • Expert Score (22)
    8.3 8.3 from 22 reviewers
  • Design (77)
    8.9 8.9 from 77 reviewers
  • Value for money (361)
    8.4 8.4 from 361 reviewers
  • Features (219)
    8.6 8.6 from 219 reviewers
  • Ease of use (286)
    8.9 8.9 from 286 reviewers
  • Performance (7)
    8.1 8.1 from 7 reviewers
  • Sound quality (313)
    8.9 8.9 from 313 reviewers
  • Reliability (169)
    8.8 8.8 from 169 reviewers
  • Overall quality (170)
    9.0 9.0 from 170 reviewers
  • Audio & image quality (44)
    9.1 9.1 from 44 reviewers
  • Speed performance (169)
    8.5 8.5 from 169 reviewers
  • Equipment (73)
    8.5 8.5 from 73 reviewers
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Users:
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. ZDNet

    ZDNet
    8.5/10
    22 September 2008

    Cheaper, thinner, friendlier: the new Nano trumps its predecessors. Read more

    • Attractive all-in-one matte metallic design, Better menu with option to turn off graphics, Easier to operate one-handed than the third-gen model
    • Headphones and sound quality are the same as before, Thumb can feel a bit squished, Some features require the purchase of additional accessories

  2. AppleSource

    AppleSource
    9.2/10
    19 September 2008

    The fourth-gen Nano is the friendliest one yet, with more customisation options, a smudge-free back and a wafer-thin yet sturdy construction. Those who dug its squarish predecessor may get a bit of a shock at the layout, but it's ultimately easier to use than the third-gen release. Read more

    • Headphones and sound quality are the same as before, Thumb can feel a bit squished, Some features require the purchase of additional accessories
    • Attractive all-in-one matte metallic design, Better menu with option to turn off graphics, Easier to operate one-handed than the third-gen model

  3. Gizmodo

    Gizmodo
    10 October 2008

    digg_skin = 'compact'; digg_bgcolor = '#f1f8fa'; digg_url = 'http://digg.com/apple/iPod_Nano_Review_This_Is_the_Best_iPod_Nano_Yet'; Apple’s decision to transition from the fat third-generation iPod nano to the new svelte fourth-generation iPod nano must have been an easy one. The latest version has the same size screen (just rotated vertically) and the same video support as before, but adds a much more comfortable (sorta) oval shape, a curved screen, an accelerometer,... Read more

  4. Cybershack

    Cybershack
    24 September 2008

    Last year's iPod Nano marked a change that would see it as one of the more popular iPod devices. A small softened slightly rectangular shape and a thin depth coupled with the ability to play movies would make the Nano a hit with consumers. It was, quite literally as the product motto decreed, "a little music for your pocket". But this design wasn't enough for Apple for this year the iPod creators have released the fourth-generation model... and it's grown. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Apple iPod Nano (4th generation)

    CNET
    Reviewer: CNET
    21 December 2008

    A great ipod, handy for those on the go, however minor faluts include trippin out when hooked up onto Ext. such as Xbox's DAB's etc. regarding the earphones, yeah, dont bother buying replacements, get yourself some skull candies |;; Read more

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  • Manufacturer's Description

With its bold design and great features, the iPod? Nano rocks like never before. Feel the curved, all-aluminum and glass design, and you won’t want to put your Nano down. Plus, the accelerometer adds a new dimension to your media. Give it a shake to shuffle the music. Turn it sideways to view Cover Flow. Play games designed with your moves in mind. With the iPod? Nano, you’ll be surprised at every turn. Minimize.

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