New iPod Shuffle

Apple Computer on Tuesday introduced a new iPod shuffle, which it claims is the world’s smallest digital music player.

The 1GB iPod shuffle holds up to 240 songs and is 1.62 inches long and weighs just half an ounce. It features a stunning all-new aluminum design and a built-in clip which makes it the most wearable iPod ever.

iPod shuffle is based on Apple's super-popular shuffle feature which lets users enjoy their songs in a random order. Or listeners can simply flip a switch to listen to their songs in order, such as when listening to a new album. iPod shuffle features up to 12 hours of battery life.

“It’s hard to believe the new iPod is a real music player when you first see it,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. “But it is real, and holds up to 240 songs in an incredibly compact and wearable design that weighs just half an ounce.”

Jobs was speaking at a special Apple event on held last Tuesday were he introduced the new iPod Shuffle, iPod Mini, video iPod and new iTunes software.

The new iPod shuffle is expected to be available worldwide in October through Apple.com, Apple's retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers for $79 (US)/ $89 (CND). iPod shuffle comes with earbud headphones and an iPod shuffle Dock.