Apple offers $29 refurb iPod shuffles
updated 06:00 pm EST, Wed November 1, 2006
Refurb Shuffles for $29
Apple has dramatically lowered pricing on its refurbished iPod shuffle players following the company's introduction of the smaller second-generation model. Reconditioned first-generation iPod shuffles are available in 512MB and 1GB capacities for $29 and $59, respectively. The portable music players boast a size roughly equal to a pack of gum, and store approximately 120 songs (512MB) or 240 songs (1GB), depending on the model. Refurbished iPod shuffles come standard with a one-year Apple warranty as well as free shipping, and Apple is offering its AppleCare Protection Plan for $59 that extends the 90 day complimentary support and one-year warranty to two years. The Apple Store Canada also lowered its iPod shuffle pricing, with 512MB models available for $33 and 1GB models priced at $69.
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Joined: Nov 2001
A great deal
I like the older shuffle better than the new tiny ones, because there is no need for a miniature docking station. Just pull off the cap and plug it in. It's also convenient as a USB flash drive.
I ordered the 1GB as a backup to the one I bought about one year ago. While doing so, I noticed that the 1GB model qualifies for the "free shipping over $50 offer," while the 512MB model (at $29) does not. Something to consider in deciding which is the better deal.