Identifying iPod Models

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Identifying iPod Models
NOTE ALL RECENT DEVICES SYNC ONLY WITH USB PORTS
OF USB 2.0 (not FireWire).
Revised May 2008
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iPod Scrollwheel
iPod (scroll wheel) models have a scroll wheel
that physically turns. The controls (Play, Menu,
Next, Previous) appear in a circle around the
wheel. iPod (scroll wheel) models are referred to
as first second generation iPod models. The
second generation had a solid state, scroll wheel
Replaced with Newer Model, iPod Classic
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iPod Touchwheel
The iPod (dock connector) has a touch wheel
instead of a Click Wheel and the four control
buttons are above the touch wheel. All iPod
(touch wheel) models have a FireWire port cover.
Scroll wheel models don't, and dock connector
models don't have a FireWire port. The iPod
(touch wheel) model controls look similar to the
iPod (scroll wheel) but the touch wheel itself
does not turn. iPod (touch wheel) models are
considered third generation models.
Replaced with Newer Model, iPod Classic
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iPod Clickwheel
iPod (Click Wheel) models have a Click Wheel like
the iPod mini, but are larger and the hold switch
is on the top-right side. iPod (Click Wheel)
models have a monochrome display. iPod (Click
Wheel) is referred to as the fourth generation
iPod.
Replaced with Newer Model, iPod Classic
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iPod Special Edition U2
The iPod Special Edition U2 has a black plastic
exterior, red Click Wheel, signatures of the U2
band members engraved on the back, and "iPod
Special Edition U2" engraved on the back. In June
2005 and again in Sept 2006 a new version of the
iPod Special Edition U2 was introduced that is an
iPod with color display with the same distinctive
red and black exterior as before. Since these
were during the black white iPods through the
video iPod generation they are considered fourth
fifth generation iPod models.
No Longer Available
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iPod with Color Display
iPod and iPod photo are now one and the same,
with every white iPod boasting a full-color
display. They continue to have the same controls
as iPod (Click Wheel) but now all models have a
color display like iPod photo - ideal for viewing
album artwork and playing photo slideshows. These
are considered fifth generation models along with
iPod (Click Wheel).
Replaced with Newer Model, iPod Classic
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iPod Video
This iPod is a a hard drive-based iPod featuring
a large, widescreen color display, a Click Wheel,
and the capability of displaying photos and
videos. Like iPod nano, it uses USB for syncing
and comes in white and black. This model was
refreshed in Sept 2006 but it was considered an
upgrade to a 5.5 generation model.
Replaced with Newer Model, iPod Classic
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iPod Classic
iPod classic gives your music and video room to
move. It also has plenty of energy (up to 40
hours of audio playback), good looks (a sleek,
all-metal design), and a great personality (a
brand-new interface with Cover Flow). The iPod
classic replaces all previous full sized iPod
models. This particular iPod model is the sixth
generation iPod.
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New iTouch
Flick through album covers and find your music.
Download and watch your favorite movies, rentals,
TV shows, and more from the iTunes Store. Tap
into thousands of photos. All using incredible
Multi-Touch touchscreen technology on a beautiful
3.5-inch display.
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iPod Mini
iPod Minis were introduced in January 2004 and
were very similar to the monochrome clickwheel
iPods, except that the iPod Mini was smaller,
came in a variety of colors, and had a smaller
hard drive.
Replaced with Newer Model, iPod Nano (3rd
generation)
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iPod Shuffle
The original iPod shuffle was smaller than the
iPod mini and had no display. There were LED
lights on the front and back. The capacity of the
drive was engraved on the front USB connector.
This is the first generation shuffle.
The second generation shuffle was much smaller
than its previous model. This shuffle was
smaller with more memory 1 GB.
Replaced with Newer Model
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New iPod Shuffle
In a 1GB model and a new 2GB model, iPod shuffle
lets you wear up to 500 songs on your sleeve, or
your lapel, or your belt. Clip on the iPod
shuffle and wear it as a badge of musical
devotion. These models represent the third
generation.
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iPod Nano
iPod nano is smaller than iPod mini and has a
color screen and a Click Wheel but has flash
memory instead of a hard drive. Song and photo
syncing only occurs over USB 2 (not FireWire).
Originally the iPod nano came in white and black.
In September 2006, Apple replaced the original
iPod nano with a more rugged, aluminum-clad
second generation model. The 2G nano remained
tiny, gained a brighter screen and improved
battery life, and was available in three
capacities and six colors 2 GB silver 4 GB
blue, green, pink, and silver and 8 GB black.
Replaced with Newer Model
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iPod Nano
Its the small iPod with one very big idea
Video. Now the worlds most popular music player,
available in 4GB and 8GB models, lets you enjoy
TV shows, movies, video podcasts, and more. The
larger, brighter display means amazing picture
quality. In six eye-catching colors, iPod nano is
stunning all around. Notice the smaller and
slightly wider form factor. This is the 3rd
generation model.
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