Apple iPod Dock for shuffle 2nd Generation [Retail Packaging]

by Apple

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2.1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000IK5Z8E
• Item model number: MA694G/A
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Designed for use with the iPod Shuffle 2G, the Apple MA694G/A Dock provides quick connectivity to computers without an easily accessible USB 2.0 port. Essentially an USB cable with an integrated dock, the MA694G/A is the ideal spare or replacement docking station for your second-generation iPod Shuffle because it's the same model that comes with the Shuffle 2G. Additionally, it saves you the hassle of reaching behind your computer to plug in your iPod nano, and makes it a snap to charge and sync with a computer or power adapter.

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Ipod Shuffle Dock-Gen

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Customer Reviews

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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Does the job but..., December 6, 2006

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jack slice (Orlando, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apple iPod Dock for shuffle 2nd Generation [Retail Packaging] (Electronics)

$30 for this "dock"??? PLEASE. That's almost half the price of the shuffle, which is packaged with the same product!!! 2 stars for a good product with a ridiculously bloated pricetag.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Apple iPod Shuffle Dock - Works but Overpriced, November 16, 2007

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Mark "Technology, Music and Movies" (East Coast) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Apple iPod Dock for shuffle 2nd Generation [Retail Packaging] (Electronics)

The replacement dock provided by Apple for the Shuffle is as overpriced as the Shuffle is. This product does work, but there are alternatives ranging from 40 cents to $5 that will do the same job.

This fills a product need created by Apple. If this was made better the Docks wouldn't break so easily. Normal USB adapters should have been included with the product instead of the mini-doc, or at least backup cables. A standard USB port connection could also have been used.

Check out the alternatives which are much more reasonably priced.
USB adapter for the 2 Gen Apple iPod Shuffle
APPLE Ipod Premium White USB Data / Charging Adapter Adaptor for Apple 2nd Generation Shuffle
IncipioBud USB adapter for the 2 Gen Apple iPod Shuffle

Having a backup dock or adapter is a must for your iPod shuffle. It just doesn't make sense to buy this replacement from Apple.

Good luck!

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Standard Apple Design..., February 1, 2007

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C. Miller - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Apple iPod Dock for shuffle 2nd Generation [Retail Packaging] (Electronics)

Sleek and what you would except from Apple, but watch out cause these things break easy. Very easy to snap off the connector and the base is somewhat awkward to stand alone on your desk when the iPod is not in the base. I agree it is a little bit pricy for 30 bucks, especially when you paid 79 for the entire iPod/Base combo.