iPod Shuffle Proving Unreliable
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.
May 29th, 2007 at 11:31 am
I have an iShuffle and wear it running too. I also made the same conclusion about it being able to withstand a little sweat, but if you look at the “Environmental Requirements” that tells me you shouldn’t wear it next to your skin when running. Your body heat will exceed the “operating temperature” and the sweat is definitely higher than the “95% noncondensing” relative humidity specification. Ugh.
June 10th, 2007 at 8:27 pm
I guess I must be lucky. I have an iPod Nano, and haven’t had any problems (knock on wood). It might be because I’m using a an armband case for it (from Marware). However, I do perspire quite a bit. Damn, I have a half-marathon in the early part of August. I wonder if I should leave it home?