iPod Nano
Bluetooth 4.0, Lightning connector | |
Power | Lithium-ion battery |
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Predecessor | iPod Mini |
Successor | Apple Watch |
Related | iPod Classic iPod Shuffle iPod Touch |
Website | www |
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List of iPod models |
The iPod Nano (stylized and marketed as iPod nano) is a discontinued portable media player designed and formerly marketed by Apple Inc. The first-generation model was introduced on September 7, 2005, as a replacement for the iPod Mini,[2] using flash memory for storage. The iPod Nano went through several models, or generations, after its introduction. Apple discontinued the iPod Nano on July 27, 2017.[1][3]
Development
Development work on the design of the iPod Nano started only nine months before its launch date.
History
1st generation
On September 7, 2005, Apple introduced the iPod Nano at a media event, with
2nd generation
The 2nd generation iPod nano was announced at Apple's "It's Showtime" event.[9][10]
On September 25, 2006, Apple updated the Nano line. The second-generation Nano features a scratch-resistant, anodized aluminum casing like the earlier
The 2 GB model was available in silver only. The 4 GB was originally available in green, blue, silver, or pink, and the 8 GB model was initially only available in black. Apple said that the second generation iPod Nano's packaging is "32% lighter with 52% less volume than the first generation",[12] thereby reducing environmental impact and shipping costs.
On October 13, 2006, Apple announced a special edition iPod Nano: Product Red, with a red exterior and 4 GB of storage. For each red iPod Nano sold in the United States, Apple donated $10 to the Product Red initiative, while retaining the regular price.[13] On November 3, 2006, Apple introduced a red 8 GB model, due to "outstanding customer demand", again retaining the same price point of the equivalent black model.[14]
3rd generation
Apple updated the design of the Nano again on September 5, 2007. The third-generation Nano featured a 2-inch (51 mm)
Combining elements from previous generations of the iPod Nano, the third-generation Nano has an
On October 6, 2007, Apple released a firmware update (1.0.2) via iTunes that they said would improve Cover Flow and yield faster menu navigation.[15] The update was also released for the iPod Classic. On November 28, 2007, Apple released another firmware update (1.0.3) via iTunes, which includes unspecified bugfixes. January 15, 2008 saw the release of version 1.1, which adds support for iTunes movie rentals, music song lyrics support and includes more unspecified bugfixes. Apple released update version 1.1.2 in May 2008 and version 1.1.3 in July 2008 with more bug fixes.
4th generation
At the Apple Let's Rock Event on September 9, 2008, the iPod Nano Fourth Generation was officially announced.[16] It returns to the narrow form factor of the 1st and 2nd Generation models, while retaining and rotating the 2-inch (51 mm) screen from the 3rd gen model. It is also thinner than the first, second, and third generation Nano, measuring 90.7 millimetres (3.57 in) tall by 38.7 millimetres (1.52 in) wide by 6.2 millimetres (0.24 in) thick, and weighing 36.8 grams (1.30 oz). It has a curved aluminum shell and glass screen (the glass screen being held in place by nothing but the shell). Apple said the battery lasts 24 hours of music playback, and 4 hours of video playback, compared to the 5 hours of the previous generation.
The six previous colors were replaced by silver, black, purple, light blue, green, yellow, orange, red and pink, for a total of nine, although the Product Red color was only available directly from Apple (website and retail stores). Apple marketed the new colors as "Nano-chromatic". Also added is an accelerometer which allows the Nano to shuffle songs by shaking it, the option between portrait and landscape display modes by tilting the iPod left or right, and access to Cover Flow when tilted sideways.[17] Videos, however, can only be played in landscape mode. The user interface was also refreshed, adding a more stylized look in keeping with the new hardware design. It includes a new voice recording feature which starts automatically when an Apple compatible microphone is plugged in. It also includes the new "Genius" feature, introduced by Apple the same day, which automatically creates playlists based on a selected song using an algorithm built by Apple.
It was touted as "the most environmentally friendly iPod Apple has ever made", containing arsenic-free glass and a BFR-, mercury-, and PVC-free design. Apple also said it is highly recyclable. The fourth-generation iPod Nano was shipped in cases similar to the second-generation ones with the clear view in the front, and marketed in three models: 4 GB (produced for Europe only), 8 GB and 16 GB. Limited quantities of an unannounced 4 GB model surfaced in various markets.[18] Also, the iPod Quiz game was dropped and replaced with a Maze game which makes use of the iPod's accelerometer, like similar games on the iPhone and iPod Touch.
The fourth generation dropped support for charging via
5th generation
At Apple's September 9, 2009 event, a fifth generation iPod Nano was unveiled with reduced prices on the larger models (at the time of release, the 8 GB was priced at $149 and the 16 GB at $179), a larger, 56.3-millimetre (2.22 in) diagonal screen (up from 50.8 millimetres (2.00 in) in third and fourth generation iPod Nanos), which is also wider,
As well as continuing to offer picture viewing and video playback, it also includes Live Pause, a built-in pedometer, Nike+iPod Support and a speaker.[20][21] This model also has the Genius Mix feature installed.
The headphone jack and
The fifth generation iPod Nano has nine finishes: Silver, Black, Purple, Blue, Yellow, Orange, Product Red, Green, and Pink. All have a glossier, shinier finish than the fourth generation. Just like the fourth-generation iPod Nano, Product Red Nano was only available on the Apple Online Store and Apple Retail Store.
This generation was discontinued on September 1, 2010.
6th generation
At a media event on September 1, 2010, Apple announced the sixth generation iPod Nano, which, among many new features, is designed around a high-resolution square touch-screen.[23]
The device features a small 1.55-inch
A firmware update (version 1.1) for the Nano was released on February 28, 2011. The update adds the ability to change songs or pause with a double click of the sleep/wake button. It also adds the ability to turn the device off by holding the sleep/wake button. The user interface is also enhanced. On October 4, 2011, the iPod Nano 1.2 update was unveiled at the Apple "Let's Talk iPhone" event at the Town Hall, 4 Infinite Loop. This update adds the option to increase or decrease the size of the home buttons for easier use. The update also adds a better
Some accessory makers produced
7th generation
The 7th generation featured a 2.5 inch, touch-sensitive 432x240 display at 202 PPI, Bluetooth 4.0 (with support for NIKE+ iPod wireless systems), and a Lightning connector to replace the original 30-pin dock connector. Although its software resembles the iOS user interface, it is not an iOS device. The current and final version of the iPod software for this device is 1.0.4 for the initial release model and 1.1.2 for the mid-2015 refresh model.[31]
Specifications
All Models are Obsolete:
Generation and Appearance | Capacity | Colors | Connection | Original release date |
Minimum OS to sync | Rated battery life (hours) | Screen (pixels) | Audio processor | On-board RAM | Physical size | Weight | |
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1st | 1 GB | Black White |
FireWire forcharging only) |
February 7, 2006 | 5 or later | Audio: 14 Slideshow: 4 |
176×132 145 PPI (16Bit Color)
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Wolfson WM8975G[33] |
32 MiB | 89 mm 41 mm 6.9 mm |
42.5 g (1.5 oz) | |
2 GB | September 7, 2005 | |||||||||||
4 GB | ||||||||||||
Replaced Mini. Color screen for picture viewing; 1 GB version released later. | ||||||||||||
2nd | 2 GB | Silver | FireWire forcharging only) |
September 12, 2006 | Mac: 7 or later | Audio: 24 Slideshow: 5 |
176×132 145 PPI (16Bit Color)
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Wolfson WM8975[35] |
32 MiB | 89 mm 41 mm 6.6 mm |
40 g (1.41 oz) | |
4 GB | Silver Blue Green Pink | |||||||||||
(Product) Red [Note 1] | October 13, 2006 | |||||||||||
8 GB | Black | September 12, 2006 | ||||||||||
(Product) Red [Note 1] | 2007 | |||||||||||
Anodized aluminium casing with plastic top and bottom; 6 colors available. | ||||||||||||
3rd | 4 GB | Silver | FireWire forcharging only) |
September 5, 2007 | Mac: 7.4 or later | Audio: 24 Video: 5 |
PPI
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Wolfson WM1870[36] |
32 MiB | 70 mm 52 mm 6.6 mm |
49.3 g (1.74 oz) | |
8 GB | Silver Blue | |||||||||||
Pink | January 22, 2008 | |||||||||||
51 mm QVGA screen; lighter color shades and chrome back; new interface; video-playing capability.
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4th | 8 GB |
Silver |
USB
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September 9, 2008 | Mac: 8 or later | Audio: 24 Video: 4[26] |
PPI
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Cirrus Logic CS42L58[37] | 32 MiB | 91 mm 38 mm 6.1 mm |
36.8 g (1.3 oz) | |
16 GB | ||||||||||||
Curved enclosure and new colors; revised interface; voice recording features; "shake to shuffle"; accelerometer; limited 4 GB models[18] | ||||||||||||
5th | 8 GB |
Black |
USB
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September 13, 2009 | Mac: 9 or later | Audio: 24 Video: 5[26] |
240×376 204 PPI 0.3 megapixel camera |
Cirrus Logic CLI1480A[37] | 64 MiB | 91 mm 38 mm 6.1 mm |
36.3 g (1.28 oz) | |
16 GB | ||||||||||||
Polished aluminium case including a larger screen, video camera, built-in microphone, radio tuner, Recorder and a pedometer . Retains entire color line from fourth generation.
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6th | 8 GB |
Silver |
USB
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September 1, 2010 | Mac: 10 or later | Audio: 24[26] | 240×240 220 PPI
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Cirrus Logic CLI1544C0[37] | 64 MiB[38] | 37.5 mm 41 mm 8.78 mm |
21.1 g (0.74 oz) | |
16 GB | ||||||||||||
Nike+ receiver or shoe sensor.[39]
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7th | 16 GB | Slate (2012–2013) | USB
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October 12, 2012 | Mac: 10.7 or later | Audio: 30 Video: 3.5[26] |
240×432 202 PPI
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Cirrus Logic CLI1599A1[40] | 64 MiB | 76.5 mm 39.6 mm 5.4 mm |
31 g (1.1 oz) | |
Space gray (2013–) 2012–2015 | ||||||||||||
2015 models Space gray |
July 15, 2015 | Mac: 12.2 or later | ||||||||||
New, larger 2.5 inch anodized aluminium. Also, with larger screen, supports video playback. The 30-pin dock connector has been replaced by the new Lightning connector. Bluetooth 4.0 wireless connectivity. New "Space Gray" color option replaces "Slate" as of September 10, 2013. New colors were introduced on July 15, 2015.[41] Discontinued on July 27, 2017.
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Supported audio formats
- AAC (8 to 320 kbit/s)
- Protected AAC (from the iTunes Store)
- MP3 (8 to 320 Kib/s, including variable bitrate files)
- Audible(formats 2, 3 and 4)
Other
- MP4
Reception
The initial consumer response to the iPod Nano was overwhelmingly positive and sales were heavy.[43] The Nano sold its first million units in 17 days, helping Apple Inc. to a record billion-dollar profit in 2005.[44]
Apple's release of the iPod Nano as a replacement for the iPod Mini was viewed by many as a risky move.[45] Steve Jobs argued that the iPod Nano was a necessary risk since competitors were beginning to catch up to the iPod Mini in terms of design and features, and believed the iPod Nano would prove to be even more popular and successful than the iPod Mini.
Durability and repairability
Within days of the Nano's release, some users reported damage to the Nano, suggesting that the LCD screen had become so scratched that it was unreadable, even when the backlight was on. Many reported fine scratches on Nanos, caused by microfiber cloths. Other owners reported that their Nano's screen cracked without use of excessive force.[46]
On September 27, 2005, Apple confirmed that a small percentage ("less than 1/10 of 1 percent") of iPod Nanos shipped with a faulty screen and agreed to replace any that had cracked screens, but denied the iPod Nano was more susceptible to scratching than prior iPods.[47] Apple started shipping iPod Nanos with a protective sleeve to protect them from scratches. In October 2005 a class action lawsuit was filed against Apple, with the plaintiffs seeking reimbursement for the device, legal fees, and "unlawful or illegal profits" from sales of the iPod Nano. Lawyers for the plaintiffs claimed that the devices "scratch excessively during normal usage, rendering the screen on the Nanos unreadable, and violating state consumer protection statutes".[48] Similar lawsuits were later filed in Mexico and the United Kingdom.[49]
In early 2009, Apple was in the process of settling a court case over the scratched iPod Nano screens. It was suggested that Apple should set aside $22 million to refund users. At the time, it required a Judge's sign-off on the terms by April 28, 2009.
Incidents
In Australia, an iPod Nano caught fire while being charged on a PC.[52][53]
In another incident, a man's iPod Nano set his pants on fire while he was working at
In addition, an iPod Nano sparked in Japan in January 2008 while it was recharging.[55] Although no one was injured during the incident, Apple Inc. investigated the incident.[56] It was reported on August 19, 2008 that 17 incidents of abnormal overheating with first generation iPod Nano units while recharging had been reported in Japan, including cases in which tatami mats had been charred.[57] On August 10, 2010, Apple Japan released a statement saying that it would replace any iPod Nanos that overheated.[58][59]
Since 2010, users have been reporting the 6th generation iPod Nano's sleep/wake button remains stuck after months of use, making it impossible to activate the device without the help of a computer or a dock accessory.[60] According to a technical inspection, the device uses double-sided tape to hold the button in place, indicating a possible design fault.[61]
On November 11, 2011, Apple announced the iPod Nano (1st generation) Replacement Program, intended to address concerns over overheating batteries.[62] Customers with affected devices can fill out a claim form to confirm eligibility for replacement. Defective devices will be replaced within six weeks and will carry 90-day warranties. Customers who have personalized iPod Nano devices will not be able to receive personalization on their replacement devices.[63] During the replacement process, there have been several reports of users receiving an iPod Nano 6th generation as replacement instead of the expected 1st generation device that users sent in during the recall.[64] Because using the iPod nano 6th generation with a Mac computer requires iTunes 10 or higher, which in turn requires Mac OS X Leopard system software, Apple will upgrade the system software of participants running earlier versions of macOS, on request[citation needed] but this leaves users that do not have access to iTunes without a working device (because Apple changed the hashing of the music database which prevented the 6th generation iPod Nano from being used with open source software via libgpod).[65]
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- iPod Nano – official site at apple.com at the Wayback Machine (archived July 26, 2017)