I’m searching high and low for my own iPod Video that I received as a gift in 2005. It needs a battery but after doing a battery replacement on an iPhone and an iPad I feel like I can handle it. The kits are cheap.
But I am also looking forward to receiving my Sleevenote Day One. It’s technology worth supporting. Very glad to see the mention here!
When I get a new iPhone, I delete most of the apps (except Apple Music) from the old iPhone. I create a playlist on my computer, then download the playlist to the iPhone.
Interesting research! It also coincides with an increase in music piracy (remember Napster & Limewire) As much as I hate Spotify/streaming it was created as the solution to piracy and had mass adoption from the general population. Qobuz, BandCamp, iTunes and direct downloads from a band’s website are ethical ways to support indie artists. For the bigger artists I like buying a vinyl that comes with a download code for mobile listening. Great way to build a library!
I asked people how they primarily load songs onto their devices and the most common responses were: 1) CD ripping 2) Downloading/piracy 3) Purchasing from Bandcamp 4) Purchasing from iTunes. I didn't list download codes from vinyl but agree that is a great option!
This is so...comforting?! I've been thinking a lot about nostalgia recently, and the idea that we're yearning for something that we can never get back. But perhaps the iPod is the answer to that want of a little relief from the internet overwhelm. And who can deny the sound of the iPod click wheel? Such a great read ✨
I bought an iPod nano this summer. Was very excited to use it, but had an impossible time synching songs onto it. Makes me regret moving my entire cd collection onto iTunes back in the day, and getting rid of decades worth of cd collection.
I have three ipods. I started using them when they first came out, and I continue to use them, because 1) less use of my iphone, 2) no commercials 3) the sleep timer, which works on everything (while the iphone only works for podcasts) 4) an expansion of my music choices. Some recordings never went to CD, and some are recordings I made off of TV or radio. I can carry both a phone and an iPod for music and podcasts, and have a much greater collection to choose from. And 5) Yes, I want own my music, not have it and lose it depending on what someone else can get a license to and possibly lose some day!
Thanks for including me in the article! Super exciting to see people moving back to iPods. I thought I was the last person still using one!
I’m searching high and low for my own iPod Video that I received as a gift in 2005. It needs a battery but after doing a battery replacement on an iPhone and an iPad I feel like I can handle it. The kits are cheap.
But I am also looking forward to receiving my Sleevenote Day One. It’s technology worth supporting. Very glad to see the mention here!
Our kids are getting mp3 players and portable CD players for Christmas :)
When I get a new iPhone, I delete most of the apps (except Apple Music) from the old iPhone. I create a playlist on my computer, then download the playlist to the iPhone.
There is so much value in having your music decoupled from your phone.
Interesting research! It also coincides with an increase in music piracy (remember Napster & Limewire) As much as I hate Spotify/streaming it was created as the solution to piracy and had mass adoption from the general population. Qobuz, BandCamp, iTunes and direct downloads from a band’s website are ethical ways to support indie artists. For the bigger artists I like buying a vinyl that comes with a download code for mobile listening. Great way to build a library!
I asked people how they primarily load songs onto their devices and the most common responses were: 1) CD ripping 2) Downloading/piracy 3) Purchasing from Bandcamp 4) Purchasing from iTunes. I didn't list download codes from vinyl but agree that is a great option!
What a refreshing article to read :-)
I think its great so many people are going old-tech to get away from the scourge of the smart-phone.
Let's hope this slow motion divorce from smart tech and AI continues into 2026.
This is so...comforting?! I've been thinking a lot about nostalgia recently, and the idea that we're yearning for something that we can never get back. But perhaps the iPod is the answer to that want of a little relief from the internet overwhelm. And who can deny the sound of the iPod click wheel? Such a great read ✨
Great piece on this. I believe we will see a return to physical media as well. People want a deeper connection with their music again.
I’ve got 2 — an 80GB and a 160GB. Used to plug them into my car stereo but current model doesn’t support them. Still holding on … because.
I like the idea of getting an iPod for your child. I ill be doing this!
I was just eyeing my old iPod Nano RED Edition thinking it would be nice to set it up in my living room.
This post has motivated me to do just that. Thanks!
I bought an iPod nano this summer. Was very excited to use it, but had an impossible time synching songs onto it. Makes me regret moving my entire cd collection onto iTunes back in the day, and getting rid of decades worth of cd collection.
B/c the click wheel was amazing! I wan to be able to scroll through my album covers again.
Couldn't agree with this more! 🙌🫶👏
I have three ipods. I started using them when they first came out, and I continue to use them, because 1) less use of my iphone, 2) no commercials 3) the sleep timer, which works on everything (while the iphone only works for podcasts) 4) an expansion of my music choices. Some recordings never went to CD, and some are recordings I made off of TV or radio. I can carry both a phone and an iPod for music and podcasts, and have a much greater collection to choose from. And 5) Yes, I want own my music, not have it and lose it depending on what someone else can get a license to and possibly lose some day!