Just as I was getting over the loss of Windows Essentials, Apple has decided to take away another one of my favourites – the iPod Nano.
See https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2017/07/apple-just-killed-the-ipod-nano-and-ipod-shuffle/
Going by the comments on this article, I am not the only person who will miss these small handy music players. They are the ideal size and weight to carry with you when exercising and far better than a bulky iPod Touch and especially an iPhone.
I like to listen to podcasts, music and occasionally FM radio when out walking or running and my Nano is the ideal solution. It is quick and easy to load via iTunes and the battery lasts – I don’t know how long. Just plugging it into the computer to sync Podcasts seems to always keep it charged and I can’t remember having to charge it outside of this.
Damn you Apple – but I still went out and bought a spare. Apple might have withdrawn both players from their store, but all of the retailers around my place still have plenty of stock. Sales might have slowed, but one reason for this is that they last for a long time. Most people don’t know about it, and, by the time they are looking for a replacement, there will be none left in the shops.