iPod Evolution (2001-2011)

On October 23 we celebrated 10 years from the original iPod launch. The gadget evolved from a white metal box with mechanical scroll wheel to a stylish touchscreen multimedia device. Over the years the famous iPod underwent various changes: it was bigger, smaller, more colorful, lost or gained buttons. The latest generation of iPods features cameras, speakers, radio and even accelerators. The only thing that didn't changed was its popularity.

October 2001 - The First Ever iPod Introduction


This video is a piece of history. It depicts Steve Jobs introducing the first iPod ever. The device had 5 GB storage capacity, 185 grams, display 160 × 128 display, Fire Wire connection and a price of $ 399.

June 2002 - The second generation of iPods was launched. It came with a storage capacity of 20 GB and the most important feature that fans were begging for - Windows compatibility.



April 2003 - iPod 3rd generation. New elements were installed on this one: 30 GB storage capacity, it was easier, thinner, had a redesigned interface with touchscreen and dock connector. USB Sync and the launch iTunes Music Store strengthen the iPod's ecosystem - over 1 million iPods were sold and 25 million iTunes downloads were experienced.


January 2004 - iPod Mini. With the new Click Wheel interface and coloring gadgets, Apple has shown that it knows how to relate to a market with iPod appeal. iPod mini was small, pocket friendly and was released in 5 colors, with a capacity of 1,000 pieces and $ 250 price.

July 2004 - The fourth iPod generation. It features Click Wheel-interface, long battery life (12 hours) and as a bonus it received Shuffle Song function. Regarding the prices they varied from $ 299 (20 GB version) and $ 400 (40GB version).

October 2004 - a special edition of iPod was released: U2 iPod. It was born as a result of so-called "special relationship" between U2 and Apple. A second U2 Special Edition iPod appeared in July 2006.

October 2004 - iPod 4th generation, second model. It was capable of showing color photos on its display with the ability to connect to a TV for slideshow experience, everything at a price of $ 500 for 40 GB version and $ 600 for the 60 GB. Premium product, high price.


January 2005 - iPod Shuffle. It was an intriguing gadget for gymnastics, joggers, or those who are dependent on budget - $ 99 for a capacity of 512 MB.

September 2005 - iPod Nano. After an improper launch in February, Apple has released a very thin gadget due to its flash memory, black and white or color screen. Available prices: 2 GB and 4 GB from $ 200 to $ 250. Later, in February 2006, a 1 GB version was release at $ 150.

October 2005 - The fifth generation of iPod was released. Apple's new gadget was able to play videos and came with a bigger screen of 2.5 inches.

Septembrie 2006 - Second generation of iPod Nano and iPod Shuffle. A new model of the iPod 5th gen was also released.

January 2007 - iPod Shuffle. It was released in color variations because Apple realized that people like colors.

September 2007 - the third generation of iPod Nano. The new Nano was nicknamed "fat" and fetured a 2-inch QVGA screen, a new palette of colors and a smaller Click Wheel interface. Other improvements included all-metal design, the ability to play videos and Cover Flow browser.

September 2007 - iPod Touch. After the iPhone's debut, Apple launched the iPod Touch with the same multi-touch interface, Wi-Fi, built-in YouTube application and Safari browser. It changed people's expectations on media players. The Mail, Maps, Stocks, Weather and Notes have been added later, on January 2011 update.

September 2007 - iPod Classic. After launching the touch versions, the Original iPod is renamed iPod Classic.

September 2011 - the fourth generation of iPod Nano. Its thin, rose and was named the thinnest iPod. The new iPod Nano was available in 9 colors. Aluminum, glass design and accelerator made the difference from the previous model.

September 2011 - iPod Touch, 2nd generation. It featured a built in speaker and, most importantly, App Store access. It was smaller, lighter and thinner. Jobs said it was the funniest iPod.



Septembrie 2011 - iPod Touch 3rd generation and iPod Nano 5th generation was released. The new Nano featured video camera, microphone, speaker and radio.

September 2011 - iPod Shuffle 4th Generation. Apple comes back to old commands, although Voice Control still remains. It was available in 5 colors, priced around $50.

September 2011 - The sixth Nano wass released. A beautiful reinvention of the iPod Nano with various inspirations from iPod Touch and iPod Shuffle.



September 2011 - iPod Touch 4th generation. This one came with many new features: Retina Display, FaceTime video calling, HD recording video, A4 chip, and Game Center. It was just like the iPhone 4, but without the GSM calling function.

October 2011 - iPod Nano 6th generation(updated), at a price of $ 130. Not many improvements were noted on this one.

October 2011 - iPod Touch with iOS 5. The new version costs $ 199, but we can see a change: it's white and it looks pretty futuristic.


FUTURE?!