I got a second-generation iPod Shuffle around November 2006. It has been great while running as I can simply clip it to my shorts and not have to worry about an armband, which is what I used to use with my previous MP3 player.

The problem I’m having seems to be the reliability. I had to replace the iPod in January 2007 since it refused to charge anymore. Apple was great about it and they overnighted a replacement.

Unfortunately, I had to replace that replacement just this week as it refuses to power on anymore. Again, Apple shipped a replacement overnight.

I love my iPod Shuffle, but at this rate, I don’t expect them to last more than a few months. While under warranty, Apple will keep replacing them, but once the original 1-yr warranty has expired, I may have to find a replacement.

My wife is wondering if it doesn’t like getting wet from sweat, but I would think a device designed to be used while exercising should be able to withstand a little sweat.