Ipod Shuffle Question

[Prudie]

I have an ipod shuffle which is quite old. I'm very happy with it but it is completely random in what it plays, I have no control. Can I just check, do the new generations (2012) still work the same way ie totally random playlist?

[stoofur]

I think there used to be a switch on the side of the shuffle to make it play in a random order. Flick the switch and it should play in the same order as on the iTunes playlist.

[snags]

Which model iPod? The white one with a removable end cap that hides the USB connector? If so, there is a slider on the back: one setting is 'random play'.

[Prudie]

It's probably the original 2010 version, there are no sliders or hidden buttons just the input socket, on/off slider and a button that will tell you which track is playing. So I'm assuming the newer ones do have a play in order option?

[snags]

There are so many models, that 'probably 2010 model' (which isn't the original Shuffle) doesn't really help. The following link shows links to user manuals for every Shuffle produced:

http://ipod.about.com/od/troubleshootingyouripod/tp/apple-ipod-shuffle-manual.htm

[Prudie]

Sorry! I've looked at your link and mine is the 4th generation. I'll read those manuals. Thanks.

[society]

Snags, how come you are so brilliant? You are so witty and know about so many things. I read your posts you know :) and I always say to myself - this is one bright 'boy'.

(sorry Prudie)

[snags]

lol. Thanks.