Itune Syncing with ipod shuffle 512k - problems

I have a shuffle (first gen) -when i try to delete from it or add a song to it it gives me the message about syncing which is fine. However it takes about 5 minutes for it to update or delete even one song - this is driving me mad - anyone have any ideas as to how i can stop this? Many thanks

I understand from other Mac /iPod forums that the Shuffle and some earlier gen iPods LOSE the ability to sync podcasts AFTER upgrading to iTunes 7.2 and later. Most seem able to sync OK after reverting back and installing iTunes v7.1.1. I have a 512mb Shuffle, and it won't sync my podcasts, but syncs music ok. APPLE NEEDS TO FIX THIS RIGHT AWAY. I hope shuffle & ipod users contact Apple about this major snafu. What good is an ipod that won't let you listen to podcasts? It's not clear if Audiobooks are also eliminated from syncing.. Anybody ?

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