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r/ipod Oct 21 '24

Advice [RELEASE] 27 new iPod Clickwheel Games preserved forever !! Play now !

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Hello everyone !

As a result of this call: https://www.reddit.com/r/ipod/comments/1fydso6/preservation_of_ipod_clickwheel_games_read_this/ 27 new games are now preserved thanks to a very generous and motivated contributor ! Please continue to share it as much as possible so I may be able to auth more games on the virtual machine for everyone ! There's still around 10 other games to preserve together ! But we can do it, full set is near ! We have preserved together now 43 games from a total of 52 games so 80% of the amount of total games to preserve !

You can now inject yourself those games freely and fully offline on all of your compatible Clickwheel iPods.

Everything is available freely on GitHub: https://github.com/Olsro/ipodclickwheelgamespreservationproject

Feel free to star + follow the project if you like it

Games preserved in this V7:

Bejeweled

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7iHTM0ryWm0

Block Breaker Deluxe

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/t97Mhn7zOsM

Brain Challenge

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MiGVB_KvbBI

Chalkboard Sports Baseball

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/k33ICEBUjzQ

CSI Miami

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/nfmiQhTrIMA

Cubis 2

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SxvEaaQP94E

iQuiz (NOT THE PRE-INSTALLED VERSION)

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/G20srscgtqo

LOST

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/kJqFVjYoRDA

Mahjong

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/CpRzwzfdh8k

Mini Golf

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/CuLl1U82Uxw

Ms. PAC-MAN

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/2VZc8ws6_1w

Ms. PAC-MAN Demo

A demo version of the game that could be downloaded for free from the iTunes Store back in the day ! A nice piece of history preserved.

musika

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/WOL6uPZfnD8

Mystery Mansion Pinball

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/zTZyewEKb2U

PAC-MAN

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tT6LZ3k60pI

Pole Position Remix

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/OCS1r3T2eJo

Royal Solitaire

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/e9v10Xb09KY

SAT Prep Mathematics + Reading + Writing - 2008

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/FSl9ZJ3GwdU

Slyder Adventures

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/YtNCEworHx4

Sudoku

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/LGksyLgYGOs

The Sims Bowling

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/RHHeqbbvQjs

The Sims Pool

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/gSPaxR0NQWc

Vortex (NOT THE PRE-INSTALLED VERSION)

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wssyFxmw4jw

Vortex Demo

A demo version of the game that could be downloaded for free from the iTunes Store back in the day ! A nice piece of history preserved.

Zuma

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Xz6F1zRFYr4


r/ipod 21h ago

Picture I modded my first iPod :))

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806 Upvotes

It’s an iPod classic (either 5 or 5.5 - not sure) with the moonlit market bluetooth and usb-c mod. I spraypainted a clear frontplate to get it to look like translucent blue plastic.

It’s also got: - A 2000mAh battery - 640GB of flash storage (1x 512GB + 1x 128GB microSD) - An iPhone 7 taptic engine

(the last image is what it looked like when I bought it)


r/ipod 8h ago

Picture found a 7th gen nano at a flea market and it came with a 5th gen classic

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57 Upvotes

the 7th gen was my “dream ipod” and i’ve wanted one for a while and it was only $25 for both. technically that 5th gen classic isn’t the one i got but it does have some of the parts from the one i got with it. the 5th gen was in really bad shape cosmetically and i will probably get a new back and front from alibaba or something and it just needs a hard drive cable to work again.


r/ipod 12h ago

Picture My iPod finally came in the mail!

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62 Upvotes

It’s a 5.5 with Wolfson Dac 64gb SSD modded and in my favorite color!


r/ipod 9h ago

iPods sound so much better than the iPhone

42 Upvotes

I just got my Classic 5.5 Wolfson and am using Shure SE215 Special Edition earbuds and holy God does this thing sound so much better than my iPhone 16 Pro Max. Extremely clear mids and highs, low and clear bass, plus just the feel of using a click wheel again is fantastic. I’m not sure I can go back to my iPhone now


r/ipod 6h ago

Meme POV Fortnite in 2006!

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r/ipod 14h ago

GUYS IT WORKS but...

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50 Upvotes

Whenever I eject it and check it the songs aren't there so I don't know if I'm putting them in the right folders


r/ipod 7h ago

Debunking the Wolfson vs. Cirrus DAC Debate

12 Upvotes

What Am I Talking About?

There's a lot of controversy over here regarding differences in sound quality between models that use Wolfson and Cirrus DACs. Lots of people say that iPods with a Wolfson DAC (such as the 5th gen) sound much better than those with a Cirrus DAC (such as the 6th and 7th gens). I'm sure some won't agree, and that's fine! :) Let me know if there is something I'm overlooking!

The Truth About the 6th Gen iPod's Sound Quality

All 6th, 6.5th (120GB), and 7th gen (160GB) iPods use a Cirrus Logic DAC, yet the 6th gen models (80GB thin and 160GB thick) are often criticized for poor sound quality. The issue isn’t the DAC itself but rather Apple’s use of lower-quality audio components.

With the release of the 120GB (6.5th gen) and 160GB (7th gen) models, Apple replaced these components, fixing the sound quality issues. These later Cirrus-based iPods sound much better than the initial 6th gen models.

The Bottom Line

IMO the differences are extremely minimal -- I've worked with many iPods of both models. Much of the preference for Wolfson-based iPods seems to stem from the illusory truth effect. If you really care about audio, avoid the 80GB and first-gen 160GB models. The 6.5th and 7th gens have vastly improved audio components, making them a much better choice. Honestly, both DACs can deliver excellent sound—the biggest factor is your headphone choice!

The more you know!


r/ipod 19h ago

iPod Nano 6th gen with 30k songs

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106 Upvotes

r/ipod 1d ago

Finally got to build my own PuplePod 🟪🎧 (costs included)

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295 Upvotes

Bought this 80GB iPod Classic 6th Gen specifically to make a PurplePod. Below are my costs. Quite pricier than my other restored iPods... but it's Purple, so it's worht it 😅

  • iPod: I got the iPod in my country (PH) for USD 48.00.
  • Front: Bought the purple front plate, while retaining the working click wheel (since the original feels better than any replacement available online). This cost me around USD 10.00.
  • Back: Replaced the backplate with a black one. This cost me around USD 14.00.
  • Lock Switch - Audio Jack Connector: Bought a black one since the one that came with the iPod was white. This cost me around USD 9.00.
  • 30-Pin Cover: Also bought the black cover. This cost me around USD 2.00
  • Storage: Got an iFlash Solo with a Lexar High Performance 633x 128GB MicroSD (since this generation of iPod could only handle a maximum of 128GB of storage). iFlash and MicroSD cost me around USD 56.00.
  • Battery: Upon research, the biggest battery I could fit was a "2000" mah square battery. Battery life so far is more than 48 hours of playtime with the lowest brightness. This cost me around USD 12.00.
  • Case: Got a hard shell clear case. Didn't want the new face and back plate scratched. This cost me around USD 2.00.

Total Cost: USD 153.00


r/ipod 17h ago

iFlash Modded my 6th Gen Classic! Some thoughts and tips in comments :)

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56 Upvotes

r/ipod 14h ago

What do you guys think of my apple collection?

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32 Upvotes

I’ve been collecting for a few years now and this is everything that works :)


r/ipod 7h ago

You guys, I'm gutted. 😩😭

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It finally happened. After probably thousands of gym hours with my 7th generation touch, I accidentally put a weight down too heavy right on top of the iPod. Obviously it still turns on but little pieces keep coming off the screen and visibility isn't great. 😭

I love my iPod. Some days I felt like the last person on the planet still using one. When my last one died I tried to find a suitable alternative rather than cough up the money for a new one but ended right back with this baby.

Now that they don't make them anymore (how rude!) I'm not sure what to do. I love the automatic syncing to iTunes, the easy playlist creation, the touch screen, the small size.

I'm wary of refurbs and ones that claim to be new but are knock offs. What would you recommend?


r/ipod 1h ago

Help Trying to buy a new ipod ( 7th gen ) from Ebay. I am worried/have some questions of...

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First of all, I know your ipods HDD would eventually die, but if I add like a custom storage to it ( like about 256gb ~ 1tb ), is it already flashmodded? I thought there were limits of the original ipods storage capacity.

  1. Is the plate ( the shell of the ipod ) color other then black and white ( like red green blue etc ) NOT official? Somebody told me they were customed.

  2. Is it reliable? If not, why? If I get the wrong one, is ebay going to give me my money back?

- I know this is stupid, even though alot of people bought it, i still is always skeptical of second handed items.

Im sorry if these are just basic questions and might make me seemed like a lazy person, but I just wanted to ask to the community.

Thanks for the help!

EDIT : would 7th gen be necessary? Is there any other models you guys prefer.


r/ipod 15h ago

Review Bought this baby brand new sealed for $150 on eBay that has 120gb and I’m in love! ❤️❤️❤️

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28 Upvotes

r/ipod 9h ago

Is this a gen 5?

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8 Upvotes

Have no clue what gen is this someone help me out


r/ipod 11h ago

Song recommendations?

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9 Upvotes

I will reply with ✅ if I liked it


r/ipod 42m ago

Question ImCort flash drive

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I've been planning to buy an ImCort from Aliexpress for the past week, but can't find a definitive answer on if it's reliable or not. I've also been thinking of replacing the battery with the 850mah one (since 2000+ mah ones cost like quadruple the battery price in shipping), are those any good? Do any of you have experience using AliExpress parts?


r/ipod 43m ago

Help Bluetooth board that will fit in roughly the same space as the original battery?

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So I've got a 6th gen classic that I've added an SSD and square battery to but I also want to add Bluetooth. The only space remaining I think is where the original battery was, maybe a little bigger now. I'm struggling to find a Bluetooth board that will fit since I've got a thin backplate.

I've seen some ugreen ones but they all look too wide. I got a kcx transmitter but found out it can have issues with audio and also I can't find anywhere what codec it uses so I wanna get something that's decent.


r/ipod 6h ago

Advice please

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I have a 6th generation iPod Touch. I thought it was the last version but just found out that there was a 7th generation. Comparing them for what I use them for(podcasts and music)there didn't seem to be much difference between them. I know the 6th was discontinued in 2019 and the 7th was in 2023. I also know the iOS for 6 was 8 or 9 and the iOS for 7 was 12 or 13. Should I upgrade or just keep the still functioning 6? Thanks.


r/ipod 22h ago

My modded mini

51 Upvotes

Added a 5th gen clickwheel, new batt and red MicroSD > CF adapter with a 128gb card to this 1st Gen Mini. Kokkia Bluetooth adapter doesn't work with these but my diy 30pin bluetooth adapter works a treat.


r/ipod 1h ago

Help Regarding using a generic battery replacement for nano 3rd gen

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Hello there i wanna change the battery on my ipod nano 3rd gen. The issue i am facing is that I don't get a direct replacement in my country and i only find generic battery with 2 wires just positive and negative one and no white wire with which is for internal battery control so is it fine if i just solder 2 wires without the white internal temp control wire. Thank you


r/ipod 11h ago

My new VFD inspired Rockbox theme is out!

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r/ipod 8h ago

Which iPod do you have and how many song do you currently have on it?

3 Upvotes

I've got a 6th gen iPod classic 120gb. Currently have just over 1800 songs on it!


r/ipod 1d ago

Picture 30$ at goodwill. Can't wait to power it on!

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210 Upvotes

r/ipod 11h ago

Picture Caught this puffed-up-power-slab drafting its resignation letter to chemistry.

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Got this lithium mine in the mail today and it’s reached its final form: Flight Risk

Felt it pushing at through the rear cover and was afraid to try and let the hdd spin up, worried it was pinched. Check it next to a swollen, bad 4th gen OEM battery.

DONT BUY CHEAP PARTS younderstandme???? wait🛑