TinyPod is an innovative case that turns your Apple Watch into a mini iPod of sorts, complete with a functional click wheel. Most importantly, it doesn’t hinder the functionality of the watch, as you can still use the same magnetic charging cable to power the device up.
With sealed first-generation iPods selling for north of $29,000 USD, it’s only fitting that some fans are building their own alternatives using much more affordable Raspberry Pi boards. Developer Dr. Hatch is one of them, and opted to use a $6.99 Waveshare 2.13″ (250 x 122) E-ink display instead of an LCD on the ePiPod.
This 3rd generation Apple iPod prototype contains an unreleased Tetris game by Apple. Called Stacker, players would rotate the bricks using the scroll wheel and there does not appear to be any bonus stages or power ups like modern versions of the game.
The dreaded Apple iPod discontinued announcement came today after a great 20-year run, but you’re still able to get a new 7th Gen iPod Touch for a limited time or until stock runs out. The first generation model was released on October 23, 2001 in a 5GB capacity, complete with a FireWire connection to transfer music files. What you may not know is that the first model was developed in under a year.
Photo credit: Panic
The first-generation Apple iPod was unveiled by Steve Jobs on October 23, 2001, and today marks its 20th anniversary. What better way to celebrate than by taking a look at an unreleased P68 / Dulcimer iPod prototype? This was uncovered by Panic, makers of the Playdate game console, and it’s quite large as you can see, far larger than the original iPod itself.
Guy Dupont just so happened to have a fourth-generation iPod Classic laying around, so he decided to modernize the music player. The original hardware is not capable of wirelessly streaming Spotify, so he replaced its internals with a Raspberry Pi mini computer as well as the 30-pin connector with a micro-USB port. For those who’ve never owned one of these iPod Classics, the fourth-generation replaced the touch wheel with a Click Wheel from the iPod Mini.
Created by Classicbot designer Philip Lee, the iBoy may resemble Apple’s first-generation iPod, but it’s completely free of any electronic parts or functions. However, the arms and legs are equipped with magnetic joints that can be moved around in a number of ways. Plus, there’s even a detachable headphones that enable you to effortlessly switch between the unit’s robot and MP3 modes.
Developer Elvin Hu revealed a similar app, but Rewound managed to make it onto the App Store first. Simply put, it’s a music player for your Apple Music library that enables users to easily browse and play their music, complete with customizable on screen buttons and gestures. In other words, it’s perfect for one-handed use. Read more for a video demonstration and additional information.
Design student and developer Elvin Hu is currently on working on a music app that turns the iPhone into an iPod Classic, complete with its iconic click wheel. He’s been tinkering with it since October, and shared his progress on Twitter. For those who never owned an iPod Classic, these devices have all five buttons integrated into the click wheel — a design which gives an uncluttered, minimalist interface, though the circuitry contains multiple momentary button switches. Read more for two videos and additional information.
The Elago W6 Stand basically turns your Apple Watch into an iPod Classic, in which the company released six generations as well as a spin-off (iPod Photo) that was later re-integrated into the main lineup. This stand’s real-life counterpart used a 1.8-inch hard drive for storage, but unfortunately, this accessory does not double as a music player. However, you can simply place your Apple Watch in the stand to charge it, and if kept near your bed, you’ll have access to all its key functions, like the alarm clock as well as messages. Product page. Read more for additional pictures and information.