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# iPod shuffle (3rd Generation)

Essentials

Family: iPod

Codename: ?

Minimum OS: iPod shuffle 3G OS 1.0

Maximum OS: iPod shuffle 3G OS 1.1

Introduced: March 2009

Terminated: September 2010

Processor

CPU: Samsung ARM

CPU Speed: ?

FPU: none

Register Width: 32-bit

Data Bus Width: 32-bit

Address Bus Width: 32-bit

ROM: ?

Onboard RAM: ?

Maximum RAM: ?

Storage

Flash Drive: 2.0/4.0 GB

Input/Output

USB: 2.0 (via dock)

Audio Out: stereo 16 bit mini

Miscellaneous

Battery Life: 10 hours

Dimensions: 1.8" H x .7" W x .3" D

Weight: .028 lbs.

Introduced in March 2009, the iPod shuffle (3rd Generation) included Apple's new VoiceOver feature. With the click of a button (most controls were now integrated into the earphone cord), the song title, artist, and playlist title were spoken aloud. This was accomplished via the Host OS's text-to-speech capabilities. As a result, Windows and Mac OS users got different voices for the VoiceOver feature.

The iPod shuffle (3rd Generation) was initially available in matte silver and black, with 4 GB of memory, for $79. In September 2009, a 2 GB model was added, for $59, and both capacities were made available in a total of five colors. A $99 4 GB stainless steel model was also available exclusively from the Apple Store.

Picture Credits:
Apple, Inc.