iPod shuffles expected on Friday

Apple today confirmed that it is shipping its second-generation iPod shuffle, which it claims is the smallest digital music player in the world. The player -- which measures nearly half the size of the original iPod shuffle -- will be available in Apple's retail stores and via Apple Authorized Resellers on November 3rd. The new Shuffle is half a cubic inch in volume, weighing half an ounce with a minimal aluminum design and a built-in belt clip. Apple's second-generation iPod shuffle boasts 1GB of flash memory storage holding up to 240 songs, and is available for $79. "With its ultra-compact design and built-in clip, the new iPod shuffle is the most wearable iPod ever," said Greg Joswiak, Apple's vice president of worldwide iPod product marketing. "The new iPod shuffle completes our all-new lineup of iPods for this holiday season and beyond, and we hope it's going to be a huge hit." Featuring up to 12 hours of battery life and based on the company's original screenless player, the new model allows users to listen to songs in order or randomly 'shuffled.'

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