Belkin Releases Headphone Adapter for iPod shuffle

Posted on 31 July 2009 by


I’ve written previously of my frustration that the new iPod Shuffle only works with the stock earbuds. They work and sound well enough but aren’t up to the standard of other headsets.

Well our favorite accessory companies are finally rolling out adapters that let you use any and every headset with the diminutive device. Belkin has jumped into the ring with their Headphone Adapter for iPod shuffle.

Retailing for $19.99 they should be available soon. Another image and the full press release follows…

(Compton, CA) – July 28, 2009 – With Belkin’s new Headphone Adapter for iPod shuffle, you now have the freedom to use the headset of your choice with your iPod shuffle. If you would like to use a headset other than the ones provided with the iPod shuffle, this Adapter will be ideal for controlling your music, since there are no controls on the iPod shuffle itself. The Headphone Adapter is equipped with controls that allow you to adjust volume, skip tracks, toggle between playlists, and hear a song title. The controls on the Headphone Adapter conveniently work the same way as those on the earbuds that are included with the iPod shuffle.

AVAILABILITY

  • End of July in North America
  • Mid-August in Europe, Asia, and Australia

    • Headphone Adapter for iPod shuffle (F8Z452) – $19.99

    • Play/Pause: Single-Click
    • Next track: Double-Click
    • Previous track: Triple-Click
    • Hear title and artist of song playing (VoiceOver): Press and hold the multifunction button
    • Move between playlists (VoiceOver): Press and hold, and then release the multifunction button after you hear a tone. Click to select playlist.

    This accessory is compatible with the following iPod models:

    • iPod shuffle 3rd generation

    iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.

    About Belkin International, Inc.

    Belkin offers a diverse product mix that provides people with seamless electronics integration in their homes, cars, and on the go. Founded in California in 1983, Belkin is a privately held company and the recognized leader in connectivity solutions, in addition to accessories for MP3 devices, computers, and more. We provide extensive solutions for networking, home theater-with our PureAV® line of cables, power, and digital wireless accessories-and many more categories. You can view and purchase them at www.belkin.com, as well as through a network of major distributors, resellers, and superstores.

    Belkin’s phenomenal growth has led to our expanding global presence. In addition to corporate headquarters in Los Angeles, we now have offices throughout Europe-in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Germany, among others-and in the Asia Pacific region, including Australia, Shanghai, and our regional headquarters in Hong Kong.

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