how 'kid friendly' is the shuffle?

I'm thinking about getting the shuffle for my son's 9th birthday. He's a great kid, but pretty bad about looking after his belongings. I wondered if anyone has purchased the shuffle for a child to use and how they have found the durability in a kid's environment?

I wish that Otter would have the shuffle case ready as rumoured (in June) but I haven't seen it on their website. Is the Apple sportcase the best protection (I have read about the problem with the side clips...)

Any help/suggestions would be greatly appreciated - I plan to buy the shuffle at the Toronto Apple Store next week.

Posted on Jun 25, 2005 4:14 PM

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Jul 12, 2005 4:15 PM in response to Leigh-Ann

My ipod shuffle survived a 5 minute ride in the washing machine, no case or anything and still works (except for one of the volume buttons) so i'd say thats pretty durable...

Leigh-Ann Author

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Aug 24, 2005 12:36 PM in response to David Misener

Thanks to everyone for all of the helpful advice and encouragement!

I purchased the shuffle for my son's birthday at the end of June along with the sports case (since the otter case wasn't available yet at the time, which is too bad...but)

My son was absolutely delighted with the i-pod, in fact, he has enjoyed it more than any other gift he has received (including his bike!). I think that he really appreciated the trust in him that came along with such a gift. Thanks to Apple, the i-pod's ease of use and durability, I was able to stretch that little bit extra as a parent.

It's great to be able to have confidence in your investment!

B. Pride

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Aug 24, 2005 9:04 PM in response to Leigh-Ann

Hi leigh-ann is it possilbe you could give me the address to the apple store, i live in toronto and have been looking for a place only for apple.. please link me the address will really appreciate... thanks

Leigh-Ann Author

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Aug 24, 2005 9:51 PM in response to B. Pride

well, b. the only apple store in Toronto, as far as I know, is at Yorkdale Shopping Centre at hwy 401 and Dufferin St. Hope this helps.

Leigh-Ann

B. Pride

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Aug 25, 2005 10:27 AM in response to Leigh-Ann

THanks! I'll be sure to check it out

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