Apple discontinues the iPod

iPod was introduced more than twenty years ago. These years, it has captivated users across the world. People prefer to take their music with them on the go. But Apple discontinues the iPod recently. The music library has been connected with company's iPhone, Watch, iPad, and Mac. Besides, Apple Music allows you to access over 90 million songs and over 30,000 playlists.

Recently, the company announced that it had discontinued the Touch. In addition, they said that it would be available 'while supplies last.' In the news on Tuesday, they also added that the spirit of the product remains in other devices playing music, such as the iPhone, iPad, and HomePod Mini.

The halt in sales of the last remaining model marks the end of this era. Twenty years ago, the real FireWire-equipped model worked as a portable music player. However, the company created models used to listen exclusively to audio until 2017, when the iPod Nano and Shuffle were discontinued. A few enthusiasts have embraced the Touch as the new classic music player. However, a few people willing to get an iPhone-like experience use these models.

What did Tony Fadell say about 'Apple discontinues the iPod'?

Tony Fadell is a developer of the original model. He said in an interview that the its team knew the iPhone could meet the needs of music players. He added that they were beginning to include music, and MP3 playing, to the mobiles delivered by them at the time.

In 2007, the original model came on the market, and coincidentally iPhone got also its first release. You can get almost similar software and hardware as the real iPhone model, excluding the calling features. The tech giant tries to direct its customers toward other products which provide music playback.

What did Greg Joswiak say?

He said that Music had always been a part of the company. It brought a lot of customers; similarly, iPod impacted more than the music industry. In addition, it also explained again how music is discovered, listened to, and shared. He is the company's senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing.

Greg Joswiak said that recently the company has different products, including this company's iPhone, Watch, HomePod mini, and across Mac, iPad, and TV. Besides, Apple Music can provide industry-leading sound quality with support for spatial audio. Therefore, it is the best way to experience and enjoy music.

Several ways enable you to enjoy music across multiple devices like the new iPhone SE, the latest iPhone 13 Pro Max, etc. However, iPhone offers the best performance for streaming this Music. Besides, it can store a whole music library on the go. Using the company's Watch and AirPods, it becomes possible to access more than 90 million songs right from their wrist. The price begins at only $279 with this company's Watch SE.

In addition, the iPad features a more powerful chip, larger display & the latest iPadOS and is available for only $329. If you are willing to enjoy music at home, you should go with the HomePod mini for only $9. The later version of the Touch allows users to send emails, take pictures, make video calls, etc. This company updated the model last in 2019.

iPod Availability:

You can buy the Touch through apple.com in it's Store locations as a customer. Thr company's Authorized Resellers supplies them last.

Steve Jobs revealed the first model in typical Apple style in 2001. It came with much fanfare and anticipation in his trademark jeans and black turtleneck. It was the first MP3 player that could store 1000 songs. However, a rumour was there that the company would announce a new music player after the launch events invitation. The company held about 70% global market share in 2011 in MP3 players. Till now, it has sold over 400m iPods.

What did Jobs say about Apple discontinues the iPod?

He said during his long presentation that music has a relationship with every person, and it has been around us for a long time. There was a headline for the night saying: "1,000 songs in your pocket."

What did Ben Wood say?

He, chief analyst at technology advisory firm CCS Insight, said that the company knew the starting of the iphone was the end of the model.

What did Carolina Milanesi say?

She said that the decline in model sales is connected with the iPhone sales, and it seems to be moving from digital sales to streaming.

Conclusion:

We have told Apple discontinues the iPod recently. However, iPhone can cover up for it by offering valuable features.