An upgraded Apple iPod Classic music player from tech enthusiast Brady Snyder of XDA-Developers. The update includes SSD, USB-C and Bluetooth support.
Upgrading an iPod
Replacing a Hard Drive
To improve the performance and longevity of the new iPod Classic, an enthusiast installed a solid-state drive (SSD) ) M.2 Kingston 512 GB instead of a standard mechanical hard drive. The upgrade involved connecting the SSD to the SATA interface using a specialized iFlash board.
Complicated modification process
The procedure for replacing the built-in hard drive of the iPod Classic is considered one of the most difficult repair processes as assessed by iFixit. Disassembling the gadget and replacing the drive can take several hours due to the many small parts and the risk of damage. Using a ready-made iFlash SATA adapter card greatly simplifies the upgrade.
Additional upgrades
In addition to the storage upgrade, Snyder equipped the iPod Classic with modern USB-C ports and Bluetooth using a special modification kit from Moonlit Market. Unlike SSDs, these add-ons do not require soldering and simply plug into the player's standard connectors.
Upgrading a classic iPod with an SSD has limitations, including overheating, incompatibility with some models, and poor performance compared to microSD cards. However, upgrading the ports to USB-C and Bluetooth significantly improves the usability of the music player in modern conditions.
Glossary
- Apple iPod Classic is a legendary music player from Apple, produced from 2001 to 2014.
- XDA-Developers is an online community of mobile software enthusiasts and developers.
- SSD (Solid-State Drive) is a solid-state drive without moving parts that provides high speed and durability.
- USB-C is a universal connector for connecting and transferring data, providing fast charging and high data transfer speeds.
- Bluetooth is a standard for wireless data transmission over short distances for connecting various devices.
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XDA's Brady Snyder decided to extend the life of his beloved Apple iPod Classic music player by adding an SSD, USB-C port, and Bluetooth to the 2008 device. This is one of the best ways to revive an old device in 2024.
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Manuel
Bravo, my friend! Well done for trying to extend the life of a classic player. I've always had a soft spot for the iPod Classic and its attractive design. 🙂 Your project inspires me to try the same thing with my old man.
Григорий
I agree, it's cool to upgrade the legendary iPod instead of buying new equipment. In addition, an SSD and Bluetooth upgrade adds relevance to this rarity. 💪 But the disk replacement process is too complicated... I would prefer a simpler option with microSD.
Зигмунд
What's the point? Nobody needs these ancient players anymore. 😒 It's better to spend money on a new smartphone with a powerful processor and a large screen for music and movies.
Анна
Sigmund, you just don't understand the charm of retro gadgets! 😄 They give special emotions with their design and history. Bravo Brady for his love of technology and skillful hands! 👏 Although I would prefer an iPod upgrade to something simpler, like replacing the battery.
Генрих
You young people should not laugh at retro technology. The iPod was a revolutionary device in its day and laid the foundation for modern smartphones. 💻 And the convenient click wheel is still one of the best ways to control the player. I support the idea of an upgrade to restore the legendary iPod to its former glory!
Пьер
Monsieur, you got it all wrong. 🧐 It's not about nostalgia, but about the opportunity to extend the life cycle of things through modernization. This is a very environmentally friendly and practical approach in the spirit of conscious consumption. Bravo to the enthusiast for his creativity! 👌
Анжелика
I love eco-friendly trends and recycling old things! 💚 By the way, did you know that you can make a portable retro console for old games out of an iPod? Installing an emulator on an updated player is every geek’s dream! 🕹️
Зигмунд
Ugh, all this trendy hipster stuff. 🙄 In my time, people just enjoyed music and didn’t bother with unnecessary upgrades to old stuff. Give up these meaningless fictions and listen to some good classics on vinyl!