What are the differences between the “Colors” second generation iPod shuffle and the “Late 2007” iPod shuffle models?
Please note that all iPod models mentioned in this Q&A have been discontinued. The second generation “Late 2007” iPod shuffle models were replaced by the “Late 2008” iPod shuffle models on September 9, 2008. The differences between the “Colors” second generation iPod shuffle line — introduced on January 30, 2007 — and the “Late 2007” line — introduced on September 5, 2007 to replace the “Colors” models are best summarized with photos. “Colors” iPod shuffle (2nd Generation) “Late 2007” iPod shuffle (2nd Generation) Photo Credits: Apple, Inc. The difference between the lines originally only were the colors offered. The “Late 2007” models are available in light blue, light green, purple, and silver, as well as “Special Edition (PRODUCT) RED” — compared to the models they replaced which were available in a darker blue, orange, lime green, and pink, as well as silver. However, on February 19, 2008, Apple updated the “Late 2007” models to offer a 2 GB version, and continued to offer the
