Cheap alternative to apple's trashy ipod shuffle dock

I am gonna give a try on this. It is just a toonie (2 dollars)
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.4349

Let's not forget that if you use a good ole mini-to-vga adapter (Apple brand or other), you could connect an iPod, by way of the head phone jack, to composite RCA plugs on the TV. The Apple cord is 6-ft long, but longer cords (or extensions) should be available. The cost would be $20. I can tell you that shows from iTunes can look and sound great when played from an iPod to a TV when using such a cord. My TV is a 32" LCD (an inexpensive Protron model). The resolution for composite connection is standard 480 interlaced but it looks surprisingly good. I'd say nearly as good as a decent DVD player. With a video iPod, you would have portability, and the possibility of future devices (e.g., docks) that will come closer to providing functions that you really want.

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Truly awful product. I'd just bought a USB adaptor too!!

I have the same issue. Called Apple in Israel and they said the warranty doesn't cover breakage but if I can get the piece out they'll be happy to sell me a new dock.
This was my concern from the first time I saw this ridiculous design for the dock. The previous fill USB connector was great. Why couldn't they have at least gone with one of those standard small USB to big USB cables?

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I lost the original dock to my 2nd generation ipod shuffle, I have a new charger but it doesn't work. How can I charge it?

If by "charger," you mean the USB docking cable, you need the original cable (or a compatible third-party replacement cable). A cable that is for the current 4th gen (and 3rd gen) shuffle does not work with a 2nd gen shuffle, because the connector is different.
This is the Apple replacement part (for a 2nd gen shuffle)
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA694G/A/apple-ipod-shuffle-dock
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IPod shuffle wont play but shows up on PC/iTunes....

Hey Guys,
Recently my iPod Shuffle decided to die and stop working. The battery check button doesnt work (no LED lights up) and it simply wont turn on and play any music.
The most ironic thing is that, when plugged in my PC, Windows XP recognises it. I can see it in My Computer as a Drive, and can put stuff on it like a normal USB drive.
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Hi Henry,
It is really nice to know you had followed all the trouble shooting steps to resolve the issue with the iPod shuffle.
Since, the iPod shuffle is not charging it needs to be serviced.
Visit http://depot.info.apple.com/ipodshuffle/
http://www.apple.com/support/ipodshuffle/service/faq/
Apple will send an replacement iPod shuffle only if this iPod shuffle is within the warranty period.
Good Luck!!
Santo

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If that's a 2nd gen shuffle, which is the one shown in the image, the linked USB cable from the Apple Store is the wrong one. That cable is only for the 3rd and 4th gen shuffle, as noted under Compatibility in the description. The 2nd gen shuffle has a different connector.
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http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA694G/A/apple-ipod-shuffle-dock
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Hello Polgas Epic Ride,
Thank you for the details of the issue you are experiencing with your iPod shuffle 4th generation.
The iPod shuffle Dock is only compatible with the iPod shuffle 2nd generation as seen here:
Apple iPod shuffle Dock
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA694G/A/apple-ipod-shuffle-dock
You will need to use the Apple iPod shuffle USB Cable, which is compatible with the 3rd and 4th generation iPod shuffle:
Apple iPod shuffle USB Cable
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC003ZM/A/apple-ipod-shuffle-usb-cable
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
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1G iPod Shuffle charge and play

Can I plug a 1G iPod Shuffle into the UBS power adaptor wall charger AND listen to it through the headphone jack at the same time?
It may seem like a stupid question but, I'm returning my 2G iPod because it can't do both at the same time.
New sales pitch:
2G iPod Shuffle, It can't walk and chew gum!

Wrong answer, unfortunately, and your example (while
correct - it won't play when connected to a USB port)
doesn't fit the question asked.
In fact, you CAN play the 1G Shuffle through the
earphone jacks using Apple's USB charger; many folks
are doing that in any number of applications where
they're just providing background music in a business
or whatever.
It plays out of the jacks, not out of the base, and
that is why it doesn't work on the 2G model; there's
no difference between the two and no way to get to
the audio on the provided dock (making me suspect
that some ingenious German is working up a modded
dock even as we speak, something that will be a
slightly bulkier version of the current one but will
feature an earphone jack .... it should be possible
to do that).
Not all USB chargers are created equal and, while
they will charge the Shuffle just fine, the shuffle
won't play. This has to do with how the pins are
connected in the charger bases themselves, and there
are several sites on the web which tell you how you
can work around that.
Thanks, that was my suspicion and hope.
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These are the official replacement parts
For the 2nd gen shuffle:
http://store.apple.com/sg/product/MA694G/A/apple-ipod-shuffle-dock
For the 3rd or 4th gen shuffle:
http://store.apple.com/sg/product/MC003ZM/A/apple-ipod-shuffle-usb-cable
Important note: You must get the USB docking cable that is for your shuffle model. The connector that goes into headphones jack is different between the 2nd gen and 3rd/4th gen. This document shows the four types of shuffle
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1719
There are also third-party replacements that cost less, but make sure it is described as being for your type of shuffle.

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If you did a Restore in iTunes, and it continues to have the problem, if it is covered under warranty or AppleCare, you should probably contact Apple tech support directly (not the users forum). If you have an Apple Store nearby, a good way to do this is to make a reservation at the store's Genius Bar and take it there. You don't have to have a reservation, but you can make one at the store's web page
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Ive heard alot about apple releasing the iPod Shuffle in black. Ive read about it on various rumour sites, blogs, etc. etc.
Just wondered if anyone new any more about this rumour.
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Jullan,
You might be better off posting this in the iPod shuffle forum.

Cheap alternative to apple's trashy ipod shuffle dock

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