I’ve said this before, but I miss the era when every year, they’d announce a new iPod nano, and the design kept changing. It was exciting to see what the new one would look like.
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Apple Says Final iPod Nano and iPod Shuffle Models Are Now Obsolete
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When Apple was fun and whimsical.
felt like the iPod nano lost a bit of its magic when it switched from click wheel to touchscreen
Another brilliant decision by the idiots in charge at Apple. Nobody wants to work out, jog, do house chores, hike, travel, etc with a big-ass iPhone so they can listen to music. Nor do parents want to give their kids an expensive and multi-functional iPhone just so they can do the same. Make a simple small affordable SSD iPod - there is still a need and desire for this type of device.
Apple today added the final iPod nano and iPod shuffle models to its obsolete products list worldwide, marking the end of an era.
Apple introduced new color options for the seventh-generation iPod nano and fourth-generation iPod shuffle in 2015, and those models are now obsolete in particular. Apple went on to discontinue the iPod nano and iPod shuffle entirely in 2017.
Apple considers a device to be "obsolete" once seven years have passed since the company stopped distributing it for sale. Once a device is obsolete, it is no longer eligible for repair at an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, with the only exception being MacBook battery replacements for up to a 10-year period.
Apple also added the iPhone 6 to its obsolete products list today. Apple had already classified the larger iPhone 6 Plus as obsolete in April, but the smaller iPhone 6 had remained available through resellers in select countries for longer, so it only became obsolete now.
Last, Apple added the 2017 model of the 12-inch MacBook and the sixth-generation iPad to its vintage products list today. Apple considers a device to be "vintage" once five years have passed since the company stopped distributing it for sale. Apple might offer to repair a vintage product, but only if parts remain available.
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Click wheels are easier to use when outdoors.
My first generation Nano was shipped off for the battery recall and came back as a touchscreen Nano. I wasn't all that happy about that. It does still work, and is regularly used.
When it does die I'll have to find a replacement. And it won't be an iPhone.
I've wanted Apple to release a small square iPod nano that's all screen with FaceID embedded in the bezel. It would have a custom OS with mini apps.
Honestly, it has a unique use case comparing to the iPhone.
I can leave the iPod plugged into my vehicle but the phone has to be plugged and unplugged all the time.
And if some evil souls decided they want to break into my vehicle to steal, the iPod has limited personal data if any.
If they steal the phone, that is a much worse scenario.
So, I do love my iPods.
I can leave the iPod plugged into my vehicle but the phone has to be plugged and unplugged all the time.
And if some evil souls decided they want to break into my vehicle to steal, the iPod has limited personal data if any.
If they steal the phone, that is a much worse scenario.
So, I do love my iPods.
I finally feel seen.
I mostly gave up on Apple when I realized the Tim Cook era was gonna be boilerplate CEO qualitykill. I remember the day the Nano was released, that thing was beyond magical. Showing up and waiting in line and getting one just before work that day, everyone I showed to couldn't believe what they were looking at and just how TINY that thing was. Steve Jobs had so many magic tricks like that up his sleeve. Tim Cook's Apple has been the complete opposite. But hey, gotta please the shareholders and make that money... priorities, right?
Never should have been discontinued.
They should bring back new iPods with better sound quality. They would sell. IMO.
There is at least one company out there selling refurbished iPods, some with the first chip that supposedly sounds better than the newer models.
They should bring back new iPods with better sound quality. They would sell. IMO.
There is at least one company out there selling refurbished iPods, some with the first chip that supposedly sounds better than the newer models.
I still use my last gen nano for running. It’s a great little device.
Apple started pushing the Apple Watch SE in this way. With family setup on the cellular models the idea was for adults to give their children an SE watch instead of a phone. Not sure if it really took off but that was apples answer.
Afterall, it is small and affordable at £200.
Set up Apple Watch for a family member - Apple Support
Family Setup lets family members who don't have their own iPhone enjoy the features and benefits of an Apple Watch.
The end of an era.
Do you think the Apple iPhone would exist had Steve not first produced the iPod?
Do you think the Apple iPhone would exist had Steve not first produced the iPod?
Like the iPhone Minis (I have 2 in my home), the numbers won’t lie (at least for Apple) if followed enthusiasts will to re-release one of these.
For house chores, I have the phone or Mac somewhere then put AirPods Pro in. I don’t really need to carry the phone.
For travel, everyone takes their phone. I’m not sure what you mean by that.
For workouts and hikes, I see your point. I think Apple would rather you buy an Apple Watch in those cases, which also gives you more fitness data, but the iPod was a great dedicated device for music playback. Click wheel was a good UI.
When I fly, I ALWAYS use my gen1 Shuffle with over the ear headphones.
AirPod pros are great for roaming around the house though…they did replace my 3rd gen Shuffle (my personal favorite) for chores. Clipped on my collar and off vacuuming I’d go!
AirPod pros are great for roaming around the house though…they did replace my 3rd gen Shuffle (my personal favorite) for chores. Clipped on my collar and off vacuuming I’d go!
First Gen Shuffle was a great device. Simple, robust and a joy to use. Bought mine the day I got my first real job and it only died last year, after being my wife’s running device of choice for several years. I added an OG Nano and that was also super awesome, becoming my home office sound system when I worked for myself. The Nano survived being washed. Dropped. Tossed in bags by accident. Kept on rolling for at least 10 years. Then it just never turned on.
Now I use my Watch for music while running or commuting. A good successor but…I’m not quite as carefree with it.
The Shuffle was simple, affordable and stylish. A really ‘Apple’ device that you didn’t need to sell a kidney for. The last thing Apple brought out that really got my attention, like the Shuffle, was the AirTag - something genuinely useful to my everyday life.
Now I use my Watch for music while running or commuting. A good successor but…I’m not quite as carefree with it.
The Shuffle was simple, affordable and stylish. A really ‘Apple’ device that you didn’t need to sell a kidney for. The last thing Apple brought out that really got my attention, like the Shuffle, was the AirTag - something genuinely useful to my everyday life.
Yeah, Apple only looks forward, that’s why they’re about to bring back the iMac G4 🤣
That sad feeling when a cool product from your childhood finally hits the tech graveyard.
Apple today added the final iPod nano and iPod shuffle models to its obsolete products list worldwide, marking the end of an era.
Apple introduced new color options for the seventh-generation iPod nano and fourth-generation iPod shuffle in 2015, and those models are now obsolete in particular. Apple went on to discontinue the iPod nano and iPod shuffle entirely in 2017.
Apple considers a device to be "obsolete" once seven years have passed since the company stopped distributing it for sale. Once a device is obsolete, it is no longer eligible for repair at an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, with the only exception being MacBook battery replacements for up to a 10-year period.
Apple also added the iPhone 6 to its obsolete products list today. Apple had already classified the larger iPhone 6 Plus as obsolete in April, but the smaller iPhone 6 had remained available through resellers in select countries for longer, so it only became obsolete now.
Last, Apple added the 2017 model of the 12-inch MacBook and the sixth-generation iPad to its vintage products list today. Apple considers a device to be "vintage" once five years have passed since the company stopped distributing it for sale. Apple might offer to repair a vintage product, but only if parts remain available.
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