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.
Not only this, but when iTunes is opened (or auto-opens in some cases), it also recognises my iPod Shuffle with all the songs i have on it.
This is the case with all 3 computers ive tried it with: my laptop, my normal PC and my pc at work.
the iPod Shuffle has the latest update and i've restored it numerous times. (yes i restarted the PC before "restoring the iPod Shuffle on all 3 PCs.) Also i have charged the battery (left it in PC for 6hrs) and it hasnt fixed anything. Ive charged it at home and at work.
I cannot figure out what is wrong!
-itunes sees it (with all the songs)
-after restoring it, itunes is able to load songs onto it
-windows sees it as a drive in My Computer
-windows detects it when plugged into PC.
I also had an iPod 4G 20gig that died on me about 2 months ago..
I love my Apple products but when they casue problems i dont like it Can someone help me? I Have also read and followed all the FAQ/articles about the iPod Shuffle in the Support section...and that hasnt helped
BTW: I am still covered under the One Year Warranty. But it seems Apple doesnt warranty iPod Shuffles? AS they expect it not to have so much problems as the iPod (Hard Drive)? I am not sure what to do, and if i was to warranty it i dont know how to approach it!

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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After reviewing your post, I have located an article that can help in this situation. It contains a number of troubleshooting steps and helpful advice concerning iPod Shuffle:
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http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1412
Having trouble with your iPod shuffle? This collection of troubleshooting steps and links to helpful articles may be just what you need to resolve your issue. If, after trying all the appropriate troubleshooting suggestions, you still haven't resolved your issue, you can request service for your iPod shuffle online.
Thank you for contributing to Apple Support Communities.
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