Looking to get the most out of your iPod shuffle’s battery performance?... Here are iPod shuffle battery tips to help you optimize your shuffles’ battery performance.

Tip #1 -- Update Your Shuffle's Software

For optimum battery performance make sure that you have the latest iPod shuffle software installed. -- http://www.apple.com/itunes/download -- opens in new window.

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Tip #2 -- Turn Your Shuffle Off

Turn off your iPod shuffle to avoid accidentally waking it up and playing songs in your pocket if its not been used. Do not use the pause button as this will drain your battery power quickly.

Tip #3 -- Use Your Shuffle At Room Temperature

Your shuffle's battery works best when it’s at room temperature, generally near 20° C, but you can use it anywhere between 0° to 35° C (about 32° to 95° F). If you have left your shuffle in the cold, let it warm up to room temperature before waking it from sleep. Otherwise, a low-battery icon may appear and it will be difficult to get it back from sleep.

• Do not leave shuffle in a vehicle's interior when parked in the sun. Temperatures may reach up to 150° F (65 °C).

Tip #4 -- Charge Your Shuffle

Your shuffle fast-charges the battery to 80 percent of capacity in two hours. However, it can take 4 hours to fully recharge the battery.

• You should charge your shuffle when it has fully discharged even if it won't be used right away.

By following all these iPod shuffle battery tips you'll safeguard your shuffle against a failing battery. But remember that no matter how carefully you use your shuffle's battery... the reality is that one day, it will give up its ghost.