description Apple iPod nano (4th generation) Overview
The fourth-generation Apple iPod nano is a portable flash-based media player released in September 2008. It reverted to a taller, slim form factor with an oval cross-section and a curved glass screen. The device incorporated a built-in accelerometer, allowing the screen to rotate automatically and enabling a shake to shuffle feature for music navigation. Offered in nine distinct colors, it was designed as a lightweight, highly portable media device for casual consumers seeking basic audio and video playback.
help Apple iPod nano (4th generation) FAQ
What was unusual about the fourth-generation iPod nano design?
Released in September 2008, it returned to a tall, slim body with an oval cross-section and curved glass screen. The form factor was a visible change from the shorter, wider third-generation nano.
How did the accelerometer work in the fourth-generation iPod nano?
The built-in accelerometer could rotate the screen when the player was turned sideways. It also enabled Shake to Shuffle, which changed tracks when the user shook the device.
What storage capacities did the fourth-generation iPod nano offer?
Apple sold it with 8GB and 16GB of flash storage. The model used solid-state memory rather than the microdrive found in older iPod mini players.
Could the fourth-generation iPod nano record video?
No, it did not include a camera, so it could not record video. The later fifth-generation iPod nano added a built-in VGA video camera.
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