Apple announced today that it will officially stop production of iPod touch, an outdated product that can be completely replaced by other devices such as iPhone and iPad. Apple said it was phasing out the iPod touch because its features could be replaced throughout Apple's product line.
IPod touch is the only device left in the iPod product line, which has not been updated since May 2019, that is, three years. Apple "But the spirit of the iPod continues to exist in other Apple products," Greg joswick, the company's marketing director, said in a statement.
"Music has always been a core part of apple, bringing it to hundreds of millions of users in the way of iPod, which affects not only the music industry - it also redefines the way to discover, listen to and share music," said Greg josvyak, senior vice president of global marketing of apple. "Today, the spirit of iPod continues. We have integrated incredible music experiences into all our products, from iPhone To Apple watch, homepod mini, MAC, iPad And Apple TV. Apple music provides industry-leading sound quality and supports spatial audio - there's no better way to enjoy, discover and experience music. "
In October 2001, 21 years ago, Apple launched its first iPod. At that time, it was a revolutionary music device, putting thousands of songs in the pockets of Apple fans. Apple launched many iteration products of iPod, including iPod shuffle, iPod Nano and iPod touch, but they were all eliminated and discontinued later.
The inventory of iPod touch can still be purchased through Apple's website, Apple retail stores and Apple authorized dealers until it is sold out.
The seventh generation iPod touch starts at $199. It uses a 4-inch display with a thick frame, including a home key but no biometric unlocking mechanism, and a built-in A10 fusion chip. It is available in pink, (product) red, space gray, silver, gold and blue.