If your iPod shuffle has stopped working and iTunes is unable to restore it back to full health, you’ll be glad to know that Apple has released iPod Reset Utility 1.0.3 today to get you back on track.
The utility bypasses iTunes (misbehaving little brat that it is) and directly restores your first or second generation iPod shuffle. As you must know, restoration entails complete deletion of all the data on your device and reinstallation of the iPod software. If you didn’t know that, step aside with your hands up and drop the shuffle to the ground, immediately.
Note that this utility requires administrator privileges to work its magic. If even this sucker can’t fix your iPod, the poor thing needs professional help. So go seek out a Genius Bar in your nearest Apple Store.
The utility can be downloaded for both Mac and Windows and from Apple’s support website.
