Apple sez cannot repair audio jack in new gen Ipod Classic 160 GB

Will sell me a new one at half price, 13 months after purchase: $160, not much more that the diagnostic fee. But if Apple thinks I will buy another Ipod Classic from them they are much mistaken. (I have a nano from 6 years ago that still works great, so I know that I am not the issue as far as looking after the gear. Apple support will not tell me when/if the assembly changed, so I can try to fix it. I mean, what can I lose? Does anyone know? Anyone been through the same thing and can offer any advice except for pay the fee. Unsustainable to operate with one of the two CRUCIAL parts and purposes for an IPOD is weak AND irreplaceable. Thank you.

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Make sure the volume on the iPod is turned up fully, since this will affect what you hear through the stereo.
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I have not heard of a good reason for this to happen or how to fix. 3 days later my screen lights up and says to connect to charger.... so its back "for now". Best music player on the market when it works.

Apple sez cannot repair audio jack in new gen Ipod Classic 160 GB

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