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Can I use my own headphones with the 3rd generation iPod Shuffle?

By Sam Costello, About.com

Question: Can I use my own headphones with the 3rd generation iPod Shuffle?

The third generation iPod Shuffle doesn’t have any controls on the device itself. Instead, the iPod is controlled using a remote control on the included Apple headphones.

But, if the controls are on the included headphones, does that mean you can’t use your own headphones with the third-generation iPod Shuffle?

Answer:

Not exactly. You can use your own headphones with the iPod, but doing so requires the purchase of an adapter that includes the controls. Adapters are available from a number of iPod accessory makers and add to the overall cost of the Shuffle.

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