iPod shuffle: Great, but not sure we want one

ITmedia reports on a survey by Japanese company Infoplant about the new iPod shuffle. The results are interesting given that Japan has been one of the most enthusiastic markets for the iPod mini: while most respondents rated the shuffle very highly, 35.9% of them fell into the 30% or less segments on the "desire to purchase" scale, while 20.7% came in above 70%. 25% indicates "probably won't buy" while 75% is "probably will buy", so we're not looking at a stellar result. However, it's hardly cause for outright pessimism; there are always bound to be naysayers standing resolute before the juggernaut of an oncoming hit, especially one that's part of the can-do-no-wrong iPod franchise, even if they and their data ultimately end up as roadkill.

[Via ITmedia (Japanese)]