2008-09-23 
The New iPod Nano With 9 Colors
Apple’s 4th generation iPod Nano comes in 9 different colors which they call “nano-chromatic.” Apple went back to the traditional longer rectangular design for the 4th gen models. The new Nano comes in two configurations, an 8GB version and a 16GB.
Impossibly Small
The new Nano feels impossibly small in your hands and it’s wonderful to hold one of these thanks to the solid build quality. With 3.5 inches tall, 1.6 inches wide, and only 1.6 inches, this is the thinnest iPod Nano ever. See the pictures for yourself.
Build Quality
The body of the Nano is all curvy built with aluminum and curvy glass for the screen. The screen is more scratch resistance now. The glass is shiny and reflective but in no way affect the viewing quality of the display. No matter what angle you are looking at, it looks stunning compare to previous models.
Accelerometer
With the built-in Accelerometer, the new Nano acts just like an iPhone or iPod Touch. You can turn the unit sideways in playlists, artists, etc it will go to cover flow mode. You can shuffle songs by shaking the Nano. Pretty cool.
The user interface is much more enhanced with new smooth animations, and effects. It all work wonderful with the added Accelerometer and much more smoother between transitions.
Accessibility And Genius Playlist
On the accessibility side, there is a new text setting where you can increase the font size to your liking. The new Genius Playlist feature let you create 25 song playlists based on your songs in your library. I played with it for a while, and it is pretty fun.
Buying Advice
Out of 4 generations of iPod Nanos, this has to be the best looking one so far. If you are in the market for a new Nano, with it’s curved Aluminum body and Glass and the new nano-chromatic colors you gotta get one of these.
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December 3rd, 2008 at 11:35 pm
i ordered one a few days ago and should get it tommorow!!! i cant wait until then!!!!!!! ive read many reviews and so far i can say it is THE best iPod EVER built!! good job apple!
November 9th, 2008 at 11:09 am
i got an ipod nano fourth generation about a week ago IT ROCKS its wayyy better then the third generation ipods FOR SURE
it looks better, has more features, and its the best ipod theyve made yet!i love the ipod
October 19th, 2008 at 8:00 am
I have not gotten one yet but soon will. I’ve read so many things about it good and bad. The glass display is really cool.I would like to get the apple in ear head phones so I can use my sweat shirt pouch and not take it out every 4 min to change to another song. I highly recomend (sp?) it for enyone (sp?) who wants a simple MP4 player. Sorry my spelling sucks!
October 12th, 2008 at 7:08 pm
I bought my husband one for his birthday on Tuesday - gave it to him Thursday. He dropped it on Sunday. Everything still works but the glass shattered. Guess what one part I have been unable to locate as a replacement? I know it is his fault it dropped but it BARELY fell less than 2 ft drop. Not a scratch on the body BUT shattered glass. If you buy a new Nano MAKE SURE you get a protective case! With a clip!
October 2nd, 2008 at 9:02 pm
I love my new nano. Thanks for the review. AWSOME!
September 24th, 2008 at 4:14 pm
I love the new colors. I got mine today, it’s the grey one. Looks kick ass. Thank god they put the tilt meter on the Nano. I’ve been waiting for this for some time now. I have the 3rd gen Nano also, they are worlds apart if you compare side by side. I love my new Nano.
September 24th, 2008 at 10:10 am
I just placed an order. Can’t wait till it gets here. Thank you for a wonderful review.
September 23rd, 2008 at 1:20 am
Thanks for the review. You are absolutely right. This is the coolest looking Nano I’ve ever own. I love the new curved glass surface and the finish. Feels pretty nice holding one of these. I ordered one couple of days ago just got it today. It looks really nice next to my new iMac.