Apple iPod mini 6 GB M9803LL/A (Blue) OLD MODEL

by Apple

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7 x 5 x 3 inches ; 5.9 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002ZAIKA
• Item model number: M9803LL/A
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

This season's must-have accessory? Your music. Listen in style with iPod mini. Like any classic fashion icon, iPod mini goes with everything: Macs, PCs, sequins, and tees. And with up to 18 hours of battery life, it'll outlast the latest trend. Weighing in at just 3.6 ounces, iPod mini fits your lifestyle and your bag, whether it be cocktail purse or messenger duffle.

From Runway to Subway
The chic, matte anodized aluminum case resists stains and scratches, all the while protecting your iPod mini—from, say, the jostle of overzealous paparazzi. Recessed in the case to keep its surface pristine, the 1.67-inch (diagonal) backlit screen displays full song and album titles, artists' names, and more. And iPod mini lasts up to 18 hours on a single charge:^* enough for a transatlantic flight, the limo ride to your hotel, and a few solid hours of boutique shopping. Of course, iPod mini works just as well for your everyday pursuits. With up to 25 minutes of skip protection, you can even walk the dog in style.

Put on Some Tunes
So light and colorful, iPod mini yearns for the limelight. Indulge in a little scene-stealing yourself when you wear your music on your sleeve or around your neck. With optional accessories, including a stylish lanyard and mix-and-match armbands, your iPod mini becomes an ensemble essential. Wear it running a trail or walking the red carpet. iPod mini complements any look, from track suit to tiara.

Under Your Thumb
Always striving for perfection, Apple engineers moved the iPod's buttons under the wheel. The iPod mini Click Wheel—complete with color-coordinated icons—takes best advantage of miniscule space and lets you scroll single-handedly through up to 1,500 songs from your iTunes music collection. You'll find such thoughtful construction only from Apple. Because, try as they might, the competition can't touch this.

Behind the Click Wheel of your iPod mini await features that make it the world's best digital music player. Listen to your music as you fall asleep, and wake up with music or an alarm. Store a copy of your contacts, calendar, and to-do lists on your iPod mini. Or keep anything from store restaurant reviews to nightlife guides, and news articles to exercise routines—right at your fingertips.

This second-generation iPod mini has enhanced USB support with one simple connection for all Mac and Windows users. It embodies freedom and portability, allowing you to bring your favorite music everywhere you go and to everything you do. Offering seamless integration with iTunes and the iTunes Music Store, the iPod mini makes it a breeze to manage your music, and the innovative Click Wheel makes it easy to find exactly the right tune.

What's in the Box
iPod mini, battery, earbud headphones, belt clip, USB 2.0 cable, CD-ROM with iTunes for Mac and Windows, electronic documentation, and getting started guide

^*Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and number of charge cycles vary by use and settings. See www.apple.com/batteries for more information.

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Product Description

The engineers at APPLE squeezed all the finest features of the celebrated iPod into an anodized aluminum case weighing just 3.6 ounces, and smaller than any cell phone. This scratchproof, stainproof wonder provides over 25 minutes of skip protection, and lasts up to 18 hours per battery charge -- so, for once, you pay no penality for miniaturization! Whether you've ripped your CD collection to MP3, bought music from the iTunes Music Store or made your own tracks with GarageBand, you can take it with you wherever you go! Includes sleek, wide range earbud headphones FireWire & USB interface (USB 2.0 cable included) Can be charged via USB 2.0 Optional accessories - iPod Mini Dock, AC Adapter, In-Ear Headpones, Armband, Wired Remote and more Dimensions - 3.6 x 2.0 x 0.5 inches Finish - Blue Limit one per customer

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding MP3 player., May 10, 2005

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Daniel Bastian "iPod mini user" (Virginia, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Apple iPod mini 6 GB M9803LL/A (Blue) OLD MODEL (Electronics)

I began looking into an iPod purchase over a year ago, and was almost sold on the 4th generation iPod. I liked the colors of the mini and was okay with 4 GB of storage (though that was a tad on the small side), but the main thing that deterred me from the mini was the less-than-desirable 8-10 hour battery life.

Then the 2nd generation mini was released. Apple seemed to fix and improve every little thing I had held against the original. They made the colors brighter, increased the hard drive space to 6 gigs, and most importantly, at least to me, increased the battery life two-fold.

The 18 hours that Apple advertises is EXTREMELY conservative. If you're content listening to music and don't need the backlight for more than a minute or two every hour, the battery can run for about 24-25 hours. I can go a week and not have to worry about recharging my battery. I could listen every waking moment of my day and never have to stop and recharge before I went to bed. It's a wonderful thing.

The blue is very bright and pleasing to the eye--I've seen the pink and silver versions and they too are visually appeasing. 6 gigs is nothing to shake a stick at--on the contrary, I've found that 6 gigs is just about the perfect size for someone who has a vast number of interests musically but doesn't have thousands upon thousands of CD's to rip and upload. Unless you have literally hundreds of CD's in your collection that you plan on putting on your iPod, I'd recommend the mini, since you'd more than likely end up with half the space on your regular iPod sitting unused.

Despite the fact that the iPod scratches easily, there are several cases which work extremely well...I'm partial to the ones made by Power Support, though you have to import them from Japan. Uploading your songs is quick and easy. Navigating the menus takes about 15 minutes to master. There's really nothing more I can say that can do the iPod mini justice.

I will make a quick note and add that I'm not an Apple fanatic. I think that Apples are good computers, but I'm still attached to my PCs. However, when it comes to MP3 players, there's really no comparison; it's going to take many many years before Microsoft or any other competing company can put out any MP3 player nearly as nice as the 2nd generation iPod mini.

Also, if you have a friend that's a teacher in a school, look into the education discount on the Apple website. It ends up being 20 or 30 dollars off.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Uh...Some Suggestions...., April 19, 2005

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blufaerie "blufaerie" (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apple iPod mini 6 GB M9803LL/A (Blue) OLD MODEL (Electronics)

I love my ipod mini. I have almost 700 songs on it, and I still have the other half of my cd collection to go thru. I carefully selected which songs to put on here, which saved me some space... Whats the point of putting on songs you wont play?

Also, its user friendly, and iTunes is a snap to use. Granted I had to convert all my wma to aac, it still sounds great! After I finished that, I ripped the remaining cd's straight to iTunes.

A few suggestions....

Dont bother with the EQ. I found it silly to even toy with it. I have a wide range of music on my iPod, so it would be pointless to change the EQ. I listen to my iPod in the car, so if push comes to shove, I'll change the EQ on my car stereo, but I dont find it necessary.

As much as Apple charges for a battery change, save yourself the trouble and go to a local electronics store (Best Buy, Circuit City). They offer extended warranties (mine is 3 year) and will change the battery for you, sometimes free of charge.

Have fun with it!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best gifts ever, October 23, 2005

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Pam (NE PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apple iPod mini 6 GB M9803LL/A (Blue) OLD MODEL (Electronics)

My husband gave me this for my birthday in May. Since then, I have taken it with me every day for a walk, worked in the yard with it, played it in the car (tape adapter), and listened to it in bed when I was too sick to watch TV or a video. This is my first mp3 player - unless you count the Zen Micro that died within an hour of purchase - and it was very easy to figure out how to use it. I have downloaded old radio programs, walking music, podcasts, and I have never lacked for something interesting to listen to. I recommend buying some kind of protective sleeve to protect the face since I suspect it will scratch with a lot of use. I also recommend buying something besides the ear buds that come with it. I can't comment on battery life because I charge it almost every time I update it with a new podcast. This little player has really been fun and is part of the reason that I walk about 5 miles each day. The best advice I saw: remember that it's still a little tiny computer so don't do anything to it that a little tiny computer wouldn't survive!

Update 6/2008: Still the best ever, still working with original battery, has made many lawn chores bearable!