iPod Shuffle Out of Stock

MacRumors · Dec 17, 2005, 12:45 PM

Several readers report that the 1GB iPod shuffle is out of stock for the holidays at Apple's online store:

Quote:

Ships: Currently Unavailable

Sold out for holiday.
Expected availability mid-January.

Lacero · Dec 17, 2005, 12:48 PM

They're all out.

Did Apple underestimate the number of shuffles in anticipation of clearing out stock for new shuffles to arrive at MWSF 06? I'd say. Smaller, lighter shuffles to debut in new colors, including black.

Stocks of shuffles and iPod nanos are all constrained. Maybe Apple should not have discontinued the minis so prematurely as some units are fetching $350 or more on eBay.

rockandrule · Dec 17, 2005, 12:52 PM

Wow, couple that with the 2 week estimated ship on 4GB Nanos and it looks like Apple has been doing pretty well this holiday season.

hyperpasta · Dec 17, 2005, 12:52 PM

This reminds me of the iMac G4 fiasco. Apple expects the nano to lower shuffle sales, but it doesn't.

I think this proves that a new shuffle comes at MWSF.

Seasought · Dec 17, 2005, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hyperpasta

This reminds me of the iMac G4 fiasco. Apple expects the nano to lower shuffle sales, but it doesn't.

I think this proves that a new shuffle comes at MWSF.

Yeah, maybe. They figure people will want to get their hands on the new stuff (either a new shuffle or something else).

d_and_n5000 · Dec 17, 2005, 01:00 PM

Say it with me now-New Shuffles next Tuesday! Black & White, more capacity, etc. Which also means-more capacity for Nanos!!!! Who's with me?

ZorPrime · Dec 17, 2005, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by d_and_n5000

Say it with me now-New Shuffles next Tuesday! Black & White, more capacity, etc. Which also means-more capacity for Nanos!!!! Who's with me?

Count me in!

Higher capacity Nanos would be really nice, especially since the mini had more space. I'd get a Nano right now, if it had 6 or 8 gigs of space. As soon as it does, I'm there.

maya · Dec 17, 2005, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ZorPrime

Count me in!

Higher capacity Nanos would be really nice, especially since the mini had more space. I'd get a Nano right now, if it had 6 or 8 gigs of space. As soon as it does, I'm there.

Why can't they make the 2G Nano in as ionized aluminum, like the mini. It would look like a remote.

Nano 8GB with an ionized aluminum case.

Super Dave · Dec 17, 2005, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by d_and_n5000

Say it with me now-New Shuffles next Tuesday! Black & White, more capacity, etc. Which also means-more capacity for Nanos!!!! Who's with me?

I hope so. Everyone thinks they can't up the shuffle memory for fear of eating nano sales, but few people have suggested what you're suggesting. That they up both. I hope so. 2GB is kinda worthless for a 200+player for me anyway.

David

ZorPrime · Dec 17, 2005, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lacero

Stocks of shuffles and iPod nanos are all constrained. Maybe Apple should not have discontinued the minis so prematurely as some units are fetching $350 or more on eBay.

Really good point. It would have been nice to see the iPod mini phased out instead of dropped, especially since the mini had a higher storage capacity. It's still nice to see robust sales for Apple's products.

iGary · Dec 17, 2005, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ZorPrime

Really good point. It would have been nice to see the iPod mini phased out instead of dropped, especially since the mini had a higher storage capacity. It's still nice to see robust sales for Apple's products.

I'd buy a silver mini over a nano any day.

ZorPrime · Dec 17, 2005, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by iGary

I'd buy a silver mini over a nano any day.

That's so funny... you read my mind.

I was thinking about the good memories of the silver mini. It would be cool if Apple brought back the brushed silver look.

corywoolf · Dec 17, 2005, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Lacero

They're all out.

Did Apple underestimate the number of shuffles in anticipation of clearing out stock for new shuffles to arrive at MWSF 06? I'd say. Smaller, lighter shuffles to debut in new colors, including black.

Stocks of shuffles and iPod nanos are all constrained. Maybe Apple should not have discontinued the minis so prematurely as some units are fetching $350 or more on eBay.

Don't forget shuffle bookmarking! It is one of the most requested features, don't count on a screen.

abhishake · Dec 17, 2005, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Macrumors

Several readers report that the 1GB iPod shuffle is out of stock for the holidays at Apple's online store:

I don't actually think Apple is trying to make anymore..

New shuffles in January. That's the only plausible cause for this message.

dcv · Dec 17, 2005, 01:18 PM

...and I was supposed to be getting one for Christmas

oh well, perhaps I'll get a better one in the New Year then...

steve_hill4 · Dec 17, 2005, 01:24 PM

We have had few 1GB models in the last month or so, but a smattering of 512MB shuffles. Almost all our nanos have been 2GB, with a few 4GB sneaking through. Considering we are one of anything up to 6 major stores in Nottingham City centre that sell iPods, our sales have been very high, (due to high stock figures at times). Lots are going for the 5G iPod at the moment, thinking they have no chance on the nano.

I expect the shuffle to become a choice of black and white and hope it to have a small OLED display. I know this wouldn't exactly be Apple's favourite plan, but that small and cheap display would be the difference between someone ruling out the shuffle, (and settling for a rival company's), and deciding to have one. I know dozens would take the iPod with little persuading, if it had that display. Sales are what really counts at the end of the day.

d.perel · Dec 23, 2005, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by dietcokevanilla

...and I was supposed to be getting one for Christmas

oh well, perhaps I'll get a better one in the New Year then...

If

d.perel · Dec 23, 2005, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by dietcokevanilla

...and I was supposed to be getting one for Christmas

oh well, perhaps I'll get a better one in the New Year then...

If it turns out that way, it will definitely be worth the wait. Good luck!

steve_hill4 · Dec 23, 2005, 05:51 PM

We just got 25 512MB shuffles in today, (after only getting a few over the course of the last week), and some started to go immediately. It feels though as if the tide is turning now and there are fewer people left wanting the shuffle. We also got 135 2GB Black nanos in, and they almost started flying out within minutes.

I hope Apple don't completely stop selling shuffles, a small screen will increase sales dramatically, but they will lose a lot of respect from the average Joe looking for a cheap mp3 player. If they see Apple as a brand you have to pay $200+ to buy in to, they may ignore the value for money the nanos and iPods offer.

As the Doors said, People Are Strange.

eXan · Dec 17, 2005, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Macrumors

Several readers report that the 1GB iPod shuffle is out of stock for the holidays at Apple's online store:

What is Apple doing? Its holidays and ppl buy a lot for presents! And there's no Shuffles left!

Super Dave · Dec 18, 2005, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eXan

What is Apple doing? Its holidays and ppl buy a lot for presents! And there's no Shuffles left!

If they waited THIS long...I mean it's 7 days.

David

mproud · Dec 18, 2005, 12:27 AM

Check in with your Apple Retail Stores. Depending on how lucky you are, you just might be able to score one.

kjwebb · Dec 18, 2005, 12:44 AM

Shows how different the sales are for Shuffle's here in Australia compared to the US.

The Apple store has shipping in 24 hours for both Shuffles. Also the department store where I work has quite a few of 512MB and 1GB Shuffles.

On the other hand, Nano's are a bit too popular. Getting them is like trying to find something rare at the moment.

balamw · Dec 18, 2005, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by mproud

Check in with your Apple Retail Stores. Depending on how lucky you are, you just might be able to score one.

They had both Shuffles at my local retail store on Thursday. No 4G nanos to be found though...

B

jholzner · Dec 19, 2005, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by mproud

Check in with your Apple Retail Stores. Depending on how lucky you are, you just might be able to score one.

Well, you can still buy a refurb one from the special deals are of Apple's online store. Plus, the refurb. models are only $99.00.

Dec 17, 2005, 12:52 PM	#3
rockandrule macrumors 6502 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Jacksonville, FL	Wow, couple that with the 2 week estimated ship on 4GB Nanos and it looks like Apple has been doing pretty well this holiday season. __________________ Resident of Deltona, FL. Just so glad to hear the verdict handed out on July 25th

Dec 17, 2005, 12:52 PM	#4
hyperpasta macrumors 6502a Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Jersey	Wow This reminds me of the iMac G4 fiasco. Apple expects the nano to lower shuffle sales, but it doesn't. I think this proves that a new shuffle comes at MWSF. __________________ Aluminum iMac (Early 2009) 24", 2.66 GHz Core 2 Duo, 4GB RAM, 640GB HD 10.5 Leopard, iLife '09, iWork '09 First Gen. iPod touch, 8 GB

Dec 17, 2005, 01:00 PM	#6
d_and_n5000 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: The Land of the Peppers	Say it with me now-New Shuffles next Tuesday! Black & White, more capacity, etc. Which also means-more capacity for Nanos!!!! Who's with me? __________________ 34 days until I get my license.

Dec 17, 2005, 01:18 PM	#15
dcv macrumors 601 Join Date: May 2005	...and I was supposed to be getting one for Christmas oh well, perhaps I'll get a better one in the New Year then... __________________ .

Dec 17, 2005, 01:24 PM	#16
steve_hill4 macrumors 68000 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Propping up the bar.	We have had few 1GB models in the last month or so, but a smattering of 512MB shuffles. Almost all our nanos have been 2GB, with a few 4GB sneaking through. Considering we are one of anything up to 6 major stores in Nottingham City centre that sell iPods, our sales have been very high, (due to high stock figures at times). Lots are going for the 5G iPod at the moment, thinking they have no chance on the nano. I expect the shuffle to become a choice of black and white and hope it to have a small OLED display. I know this wouldn't exactly be Apple's favourite plan, but that small and cheap display would be the difference between someone ruling out the shuffle, (and settling for a rival company's), and deciding to have one. I know dozens would take the iPod with little persuading, if it had that display. Sales are what really counts at the end of the day. __________________ If I had all the money I've spent on drink, I'd spend it on drink. - Vivian Stanshall

Dec 17, 2005, 12:48 PM	#2
Lacero macrumors 601 Join Date: Jan 2005	They're all out. Did Apple underestimate the number of shuffles in anticipation of clearing out stock for new shuffles to arrive at MWSF 06? I'd say. Smaller, lighter shuffles to debut in new colors, including black. Stocks of shuffles and iPod nanos are all constrained. Maybe Apple should not have discontinued the minis so prematurely as some units are fetching $350 or more on eBay.

Dec 23, 2005, 05:51 PM	#19
steve_hill4 macrumors 68000 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Propping up the bar.	We just got 25 512MB shuffles in today, (after only getting a few over the course of the last week), and some started to go immediately. It feels though as if the tide is turning now and there are fewer people left wanting the shuffle. We also got 135 2GB Black nanos in, and they almost started flying out within minutes. I hope Apple don't completely stop selling shuffles, a small screen will increase sales dramatically, but they will lose a lot of respect from the average Joe looking for a cheap mp3 player. If they see Apple as a brand you have to pay $200+ to buy in to, they may ignore the value for money the nanos and iPods offer. As the Doors said, People Are Strange. __________________ If I had all the money I've spent on drink, I'd spend it on drink. - Vivian Stanshall

Dec 18, 2005, 12:27 AM	#22
mproud macrumors regular Join Date: Mar 2003	Check in with your Apple Retail Stores. Depending on how lucky you are, you just might be able to score one.

Dec 18, 2005, 12:44 AM	#23
kjwebb macrumors regular Join Date: May 2003 Location: Australia	Shows how different the sales are for Shuffle's here in Australia compared to the US. The Apple store has shipping in 24 hours for both Shuffles. Also the department store where I work has quite a few of 512MB and 1GB Shuffles. On the other hand, Nano's are a bit too popular. Getting them is like trying to find something rare at the moment. __________________ Kenneth Powermac 7600/132 w/ Mac OS 8 iBook G4 12" Rev.A 1GHz G4, 1.25GB RAM, 30GB HDD w/ Mac OS 10.4 iMac 20" Core 2 Duo

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