The new iPod shuffle is certainly a wonder of design, as well as a nice demonstration of just how much simplified tech you can pack into a sliver of space. It did away with everything, including all the buttons and controls, to leave us with what looks like a silver bubble gum packet with a switch and a 3.5mm hole on top. Problem is, when Apple placed the controls along the earphone’s cable, people have been complaining about being stuck with the proprietary earbuds that were packed with the shuffle. Accessory makers Belkin and iLuv have both come out with a simple workaround by coming out with shuffle adapters.
Both devices do pretty much the same simple thing: they’re short adapter cords with a built-in remote and a 3.5mm connection for connecting any other headset. Both adapters also support the iPod shuffle’s VoiceOver feature. Belkin’s adapter costs $19.99, while iLuv’s iEA15 adapter sells for $14.99.
Tags: Apple, Belkin, Headphones, iLuv, iPod shuffle
