Apple has announced the discontinuation of the iPod, marking the end of an era for a device that revolutionized music on the go over two decades ago.
Farewell to iPod
The latest iPod touch model will remain available while supplies last, according to a statement from Apple released late on Tuesday. Customers interested in purchasing the iPod touch can do so through Apple’s official website and authorized resellers until stocks are depleted.
Greg Joswiak, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing, acknowledged the iPod’s enduring legacy, stating, “The spirit of iPod lives on. We’ve integrated an incredible music experience across all of our products, from the iPhone to the Apple Watch to HomePod mini, and across Mac, iPad, and Apple TV.”
Evolution of iPod
The original iPod, unveiled on October 23, 2001, was a groundbreaking MP3 player that boasted storage for up to 1,000 songs and a 10-hour battery life, all packed into a sleek 6.5-ounce device.
Subsequent iterations included the iPod mini, introduced on February 20, 2004, which retained the beloved features of the original iPod but in a more compact 3.6-ounce design.
The iPod nano (2nd generation), launched on September 25, 2006, featured a slim profile, vibrant color display, extended battery life of up to 24 hours, and storage for up to 2,000 songs, offering users a stylish and portable music experience.
The iPod touch, introduced on September 5, 2007, brought the revolutionary Multi-Touch interface of the iPhone to the iPod lineup, featuring a stunning 3.5-inch widescreen display.
Legacy of iPod Touch
The 7th-generation iPod Touch, released in 2019, featured significant upgrades including the A10 Fusion chip, storage options of up to 256GB, and support for Group FaceTime, enhancing the device’s capabilities for modern users.
