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Shuffle cannot tolerate sweat/moisture

It is interesting that one of the most common problems people are experiencing with this product is not being discussed on this board. Are they being deleted? Do a search on the internet and it is a hot topic. The new shuffle cannot handle moisture. It dies. I have had three already. Since this product is calling athletes to use it, runners, etc, it is unbelievable that 'sweat' burns them out. To bad because I really like this product, but it is essentially worthless since it cannot even moderate sweat or drizzle

Any comments.

imac, Mac OS X (10.5.6)

Posted on Apr 22, 2009 6:47 PM

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Mar 16, 2010 1:17 PM in response to Runner2

for a quick McGiver fix you can wrap the volume control on the headset with teflon tape. this will keep all moisture out and you will still be able to operate the volume controls. I have been sweating away with no issues for over a month now.

best,

chris

Mar 16, 2010 11:18 PM in response to Runner2

I tried the saran wrap method but I was still experiencing the same problems during a workout. It doesn't seem like moisture is the only problem. Then I started grabbing the control at its ends and gently twist it back and forth in opposite directions. While doing so, the volume would occasionally activate and the light on the shuffle would blink. Eventually, the controls would start working again. I'm thinking during a workout, the controls are being flung around and might have an impact on the circuit in the controls. So twisting it might help with the connections on the circuit. Just an idea for people to try if your in the same situation.

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Shuffle cannot tolerate sweat/moisture