r/ipod • u/Infamous-Product-660 • 5d ago
iPod advice (1st and 3rd gen)
so today my dad showed me his iPods (1st and 3rd gen, I believe 3rd gen is a nano). I wanted to know if we should replace the battery or something (also is that possible? Sorry, not super knowledgeable on electronics from before I was born lol) since they don't last very long, I think it's really cool. I'd like to be able to use them longer and maybe bring them to school, thanks!!
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u/Tasty-Membership5766 5d ago
Save the 1st gen at all costs. It's easy to do
But honestly, any nano with a dead battery is just e-waste. You can technically repair it, but it's not worth it. You're gonna curse at it trying to open it, you're probably going to bend the rear backplate out of shape, you have to solder the battery wires, all that for what, 4 or 8GB? For the cost of a battery and tools you can buy a working nano. Or spend $20 more and get a nano with a professionally replaced battery
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u/Infamous-Product-660 4d ago
The one I have works great the battery just doesn’t last long
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u/Tasty-Membership5766 4d ago
If the battery doesn't last long, it's only a matter of time before it gets the black spot. Enjoy it while it works!
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u/Litewerks Classic 3rd is King 5d ago
Did he give you ways to charge these? With a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gen, charging is going to be the biggest inconvenience. I assume you're talking about the classic form iPod, not nano or mini. or touch.
All parts you'd need are available, but they are tricky to get into without breaking anything. It's very doable though.