The problem many people have had with the iPod Shuffle over the years is finding what you want. Since there was no screen to give you information, you were left in the dark as to what songs were where.

Apple believes it’s solved that problem with the latest version of the Shuffle, with VoiceOver.  VoiceOver talks to you, telling you in your own language (English is only one of a large list of languages) what song you’re hearing, the artist and the playlist if you wish. It even tells you when your battery needs recharging, according to Apple.

All this is done through the earbud cord. The cord contains the volume adjustments, and navigation — i.e., Play/Pause, go to the next song or previous song — is done through a series of single, double or triple clicks. That frees you up from looking at the player to navigate around, which is safer if you’re walking or riding a bike, for example.

The new Shuffle has increased capacity, with 4GB of storage. That’s enough for up to 1,000 songs, but your mileage may vary; and significantly.

One of the things I like most about the Shuffle is the included clip; the Shuffle is tiny, and I’d be constantly worried about losing it. The clip is made of stainless steel, and will attach to clothing, purse or backpack. That should help you hold onto it better. It also continues to be a good value. Check it out.