5th Generation iPod screen really badly scratched even while in case!

Ive had my iPod video for only 2 weeks and the screen got really bad scratched in oneday! BUT it was in its case that comes with it the entire time, How the **** did this happen ? It was in my pocket in my jeans and there was nothing else in the pocket. Can I get my iPod replaced? like at the shop or via the website becuase this scratch is a really bad one and is very noticable.

X,
I doubt you will get it replaced - after all, it was scratched while in your possession, and most things like cars and houses get scratched during ownership. Its a pity that iPod scratches so easily though - my mobile phones of similar finish and much longer 'pocket use' are still virtually pristine...

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A lot of what is stored on your iPod is stored in hidden folders and files. If your backup software does not normally back up the hidden files and folder on your computer, then it likely won't really be backing up the iPod either.
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Did you fail to import them to your computer?
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Connect to iTunes on the computer you usually Sync with and Restore
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
Make sure you have the Latest Version of iTunes (v11) Installed on your computer
iTunes free download from www.itunes.com/download
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http://osxdaily.com/2013/09/23/ios-7-slow-speed-it-up/
http://osxdaily.com/2013/09/19/ios-7-battery-life-fix/
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Verify that all play in iTunes on the computer.
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Removing and Reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows XP
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