Apple has announced the end of iPod production, the legendary music player that transformed how millions of people listened to their favorite songs. The company reported that the iPod touch, the only model still on sale, will no longer be produced and will remain available until stocks run out.
A Journey That Began in 2001
First launched in October 2001, the iPod burst onto the market as an innovative solution for taking music everywhere. With an initial capacity to store 1,000 songs and an intuitive interface, the device quickly became a cultural and technological icon that redefined the music industry and solidified Apple’s reputation as a leader in design and innovation.
The iPod touch was the last representative of the iPod family and offered a complete experience without the need for cellular connectivity. Since its last update in 2019, the model remained an affordable option for those seeking a multimedia device without being tied to a mobile carrier. Its launch price was $199, making it an affordable entry point to the Apple ecosystem.
A legacy that lives on in other devices
Despite the iPod’s discontinuation, its essence remains present in other Apple products, such as the iPhone and iPad, as well as the Apple Watch, HomePod mini, and Macs—all of which integrate features that were once exclusive to the iPod. The transition to a more versatile ecosystem of devices reflects the natural evolution of technology and consumer behavior.
Music has always been part of our essence at Apple, and bringing it to hundreds of millions of users, the way the iPod did, impacted more than just the music industry.
Greg Joswiak, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing.
A symbolic closing for millions of users
With the end of the iPod, a fundamental chapter in the history of Apple and consumer technology comes to a close. The device was not only key to the company’s growth, but it was also many users’ first contact with the portable digital world. Although he physically disappears, his influence endures in the
Source: Actualidad.rt.com