iPod Nano 2nd Generation – Tiny MP3 player in Vivid Colors
The 2nd Generation or 2G iPod Nano that was released in 2006 was a nice improvement over the 1st Generation Nano. With Apple’s new technology they reinvented the Nano using a new logic board layout, new exterior design, new color additions, and by relocating the headphone jack to the bottom next to the dock connector. The new design is sleek and offers a nice feel in your hands. The available colors for the 2G Nano are Silver, Pink, a powder Blue, a bright Green, and a flat Black. The exterior casing looks to be some type of aluminum or alloy that is coated with its color to give a nice metallic but flat color finish.
The second (2G) generation Nano offered three sizes that came in 2, 4, or 8Gb. The 8GB model was by far a nice improvement over the 4GB maximum size of the 1st Generation Nano. 8GB meant you could store double the music and possibly put a few thousand songs on the iPod Nano.
Apple also offered a special release edition of a red version. This model was only available in two sizes both the 4GB and 8Gb. It was developed in an effort of charity on Apple’s behalf. A percentage of the profits were donated to the Global Fund. It was a sincere gesture on Apple’s part to help fight Aids in Africa.
As far as functions are concerned not much has changed but a few additions were made to enhance the interface on the iPod Nano. They added a search feature on the Music screen. The search screen allows you to search by letter through your library stored on your iPod Nano. It is an intelligent search feature and goes beyond this by helping to find the correct music by author, track or album name.
Physically the Clickwheel on the iPod nano 2nd Generation is indented for a more rounded feel on your finger when you are using it. Some users have reported longer sync times with this version for some reason. Perhaps with the additional added features organizing the music takes more time with this model.
Overall it is a nice model that is light and appealing to the eye. It has no moving parts internally using a flash based memory for storage so doing activities such as biking, running, or hiking can be done without risk of ruining any of your data as easily. The iPod nano battery lasts a long time and the LCD is bright and functional
