Where is the serial number on an iPod Classic?

You can find your serial number in the About screen on your iPod touch or iPod nano (6th generation or later). Go to Settings > General > About.

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Then, how do I find out what generation my iPod classic is?

Look up your iPod by model number.

  1. Find your iPod's model number (the five-character code next to "Model" on the back of your iPod).
  2. Press Ctrl + F (Windows) or ? Command + F (Mac) to open the "Find" window on the Apple website.
  3. Type in your iPod's model number.
  4. Find the generation heading above the number.

Secondly, what year was my iPod made? Heads up!

Generation Designation When available on the market
First iPod October 2001 - March, 2003
Second 2G iPod June, 2002 - March, 2003
Third Docking iPod June, 2002 - March, 2003
Third 3G iPod April, 2003 - June, 2004

Also question is, how do I know what generation my iPod classic 160gb is?

iPod Classic Original (6th Generation) has an 80GB or 160GB hard drive, a widescreen color display and the last three digits of the serial are one of the following: Y5N, YMU, YMV or YMX. iPod Classic 120/160 (7th Generation) has a 120GB or 160GB hard drive and was released after late 2009.

Are old iPods worth anything?

Back in late 2014, not long after Apple discontinued the iPod Classic, there were reports of sealed, first-generation iPods selling for $20,000—and one rare model sold for $90,000. And if you were wondering: Sure enough, old iPhones can also be quite valuable.

Related Question Answers

How many generations of ipods are there?

However, there are many other differences that merit detailed evaluation, too. As noted above, there are three different lines of iPod touch 4th Generation models and three different iPod touch 5th Generation releases, as well.

What iPod do I have by serial number?

Find your iPod's serial number. This is engraved somewhere on the back of your iPod, either on the body of the device or on the clip. You can also find it in your iPod's About screen by clicking Settings and selecting About (or General followed by About on an iPod Touch).

Does iPod Classic have Bluetooth?

Turn your iPod Bluetooth. Compatible with iPod Classic, iPod Nano, iPod Touch, Ipod Shuffle, Ipod Mini, Ipod Video.

How old is the iPod classic?

iPod Classic
iPod Classic 6th generation
Manufacturer Apple Inc.
Product family iPod
Type Portable media player
Lifespan November 10, 2001 – September 9, 2014 (12 years, 9 months)

What is the newest iPod generation?

The new iPod touch - the seventh generation iPod Touch in fact - gains the A10 Fusion chip shared by the iPhone 7, bringing augmented reality gaming and Group FaceTime to the iPod for the first time.

What was the first iPod?

The iPod is a line of portable media players and multi-purpose pocket computers designed and marketed by Apple Inc. The first version was released on October 23, 2001, about ?8 12 months after the Macintosh version of iTunes was released.

Where do I find my iPod model number?

Find the model number of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
  1. Look in Settings. Go to Settings > General > About.
  2. Look on your device. On an iPhone 8 or later, to find the model number, remove the SIM tray and look in the SIM tray slot.
  3. On an iPhone 7 or earlier, an iPad, or an iPod touch, find the model number on the back of your device.

What is the difference between 6th and 7th generation iPod touch?

The iPod touch 6th Gen models are model number A1574 whereas the iPod touch 7th Gen models are A2178. The iPod touch 7th Gen models, on the other hand, have a much faster dual-core 64-bit 1.6 GHz A10 Fusion processor and 2 GB of RAM. They are available with 32 GB, 128 GB, or 256 GB of storage.

How much is an iPod Classic 160gb worth?

As part of the continued dilution of the word “vintage,” a quick search of eBay reveals that new, factory-sealed iPod Classics are being sold for up to $899.99 apiece on the auction site, some labeled “VINTAGE” or “RARE.” Prices on Amazon are relatively more reasonable, with a black 160GB model going for $493.99 ($

Do people still use iPods?

The last set of people who want an iPod are most likely those who still carry around a basic cell phone instead of a smartphone and therefore need a dedicated music player. Apple is only selling iPods now for the very small market of people who still think it's necessary to buy one, but you're better than that.

Is the iPod classic still supported by Apple?

The iPod Classic is no longer supported by the software, period. Backwards compatibility is not considered and old versions of iTunes are not provided by Apple. In fact, the support personnel are forbidden to provide an older version. They suggest buying a new iPod.

Can you still buy a new iPod classic?

As of this writing, Amazon is still selling the iPod Classic. Even the way discontinued sixth-generation one, if you're into really going retro. Apple still sells its other iPods. The largest capacity you can get is the $299 64GB iPod Touch.

How do you reset an iPod Classic?

To reset the iPod classic, follow these steps:
  1. Toggle the hold switch.
  2. Press the Menu and select buttons simultaneously and hold for at least 6 seconds or until the Apple logo appears; then release the buttons when you see the Apple logo.

How many songs can 30gb hold?

7,500 songs

How much did the original iPod cost?

The very first iPod launched with "1,000 songs in your pocket." It had 5GB of storage space, weighed 6.5 ounces, featured a 160 x 128 pixel display and FireWire connectivity and cost $399.

How many songs can 160gb hold?

"With a storage capacity double the size of any current iPods still being made, versions of the 160GB Classic—which can hold around 40,000 songs—are being sold as new via Amazon for up to £670," or more than $1,000, Paul Gallagher wrote.

When did the iPod touch 2 come out?

2nd & 3rd Generation (September 2008 & 2009) A year later, Apple unveiled the second-generation iPod touch.

Why was the iPod invented?

Created under project codename Dulcimer, the iPod was announced several months after the release of iTunes, a program that converted audio CDs into compressed digital audio files and allowed users to organize their digital music collection.

Which iPod is the best?

Which iPod is best?
  • iPod touch. The iPod touch is going to win this on the basis that it's the only iPod still sold by Apple.
  • iPod nano. There are still people for whom the iPod nano is ideal.
  • iPod shuffle.
  • Storage.
  • Battery Life.
  • Camera.
  • Video.
  • Music.

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