I HAVE A DILEMMA (need a new ipod nano)
Okay, so I purchased the 2nd gen 8Gig black iPod in 2007 and I've have been using it ever since...however, unfortunately a couple of weeks ago I reached my limit of storage on my ipod (meaning I can't fit any more songs on there). I never thought I'd even get close to 2000 songs...guess that's just how much I love music, lol. And right now I have so many songs that are on stand by (meaning they're just sitting in my itunes library because they won't fit on my ipod).
Anyway I've been considering purchasing the new 4th generation 16G ipod....HOWEVER, I've been informed that I would have to upgrade to itunes 8, and like ALL 3 of the computers in my house are later versions of iTunes 7. Only the newest computer has iTunes 8, but none of my 1800 songs are on that computer, they're all on the other 3 ones. And I'm afraid if I upgrade all the computers to iTunes 8, that something bad is gonna happen. I look at all these errors that other people are having and it's making me VERY skeptical of upgrading iTunes or getting a newer model ipod nano. Someone even told me that I may have to delete my old itunes before downloading iTunes 8....um....HECK no! lol. And I don't want to sacrifice all my songs (ESPECIALLY the purchases ones) over an upgrade. But I do need more space.
I don't want a big bulky ipod, I like the nanos cuz they're lighter (weight-wise), look better and fit in my pocket nicely. If only the 2nd generations had a 16gig I wouldn't have to write this post, lol. So any suggestions???? I'd greatly appreciate em...and please no wisecracks or smart jokes I'm really trying to come to a solution here, lol.
"Well, some of the songs in my iTunes library are either from CDs, purchased from the itunes store, or they were added to my library from my computer....so that means my ~2000 something songs ARE NOT separate from the program...right?"
Wrong. The iTunes APPLICATION is not the same as the iTunes LIBRARY.
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Thanks to your feedback.Click here, check that your computer meets the requirements, purchase and install the DVD, and run Software Update.
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Choose About this Mac from the Apple menu.
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You wouldn't connect the iPod to the iPad for data transfers. Music is stored and shared either through a computer or iCloud.
This article gives an overview of moving music and data off the iPad.
iTunes: Transferring media from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or iPod
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1209
and this article explains syncing to the iPod.
iTunes: Syncing media content to iPod
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1351
Thank you for thinking of Apple Support Communities for your support needs.
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You need to contact Apple to get the questions reset. Click here, phone them, and ask for the Account Security team, or fill out and submit this form.
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Hi everyone, I was wondering if someone can help me. I recently got my first ever Ipod. It's the new Ipod Nano 7th Generation. I have tried to synchronise it with Itunes but it says "Connected, Eject before Disconnecting" but nothing happens. I have tried uninstalling & re-installing Itunes but this didnt help.
Does anyone have any ideas?
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Check the box at the top for Sync Music. That turns ON automatic syncing for music. Below that, choose the option to sync Entire music library (assuming your music library fits completely on your iPod). Otherwise, you can choose the option to sync Selected playlists, artists, albums, and genres and make your selections below. Then click Apply. -
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What iCloud backs up:
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH12519?viewlocale=en_US
How to Back Up to iCloud:
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I have a problem updating the new ipod touch 5th generation
I have a problem updating the new ipod touch 5th generation and I need help:
With each attempt I receive the message:
iTunes has detected an iPod in recovery mode. You must restore this iPod before it can be used with iTunes.
The iPod only displays a USB cable with an arrow pointing to an iTunes logo.
I receive a "Are you sure..." message with the 2 options, one to Restore and Update and the other to Cancel.
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The iPod was working great without any known issues prior to attempting to update the OS.Maybe:
iTunes for Windows: iTunes cannot contact the iPhone, iPad, or iPod software update server
Unable to contact the iOS software update server gs.apple.com
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Install the latest version of iTunes.
Check security software. Ensure that communication to gs.apple.com is allowed. Follow this article for assistance with security software. iTunes for Windows: Troubleshooting security software issues.
Check the hosts file. The restore will fail if there is an active entry to redirect gs.apple.com. Follow iTunes: Advanced iTunes Store troubleshooting to edit the hosts file or revert to a default hosts file. See section "Blocked by configuration: (Mac OS X/Windows) > Rebuild network information".
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Last night the darn thing turned off completely and will not turn on for anything. I've tried all the trouble shooting tips and now have it plugged into the computer.....dead.
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should mention the top where the head set goes in is coming off as well.....over use between work and home.I was having the same problem and found this link in another thread and followed the directions, removed the battery and when I reassembled my iPOD it worked fine and in fact it indicated a fully charged battery.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XULR7z8vFec&eurl=http://video.google.com/videosea rch?q=new%20battery%20for%20ipod%20mini&ie=UTF-8&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozi.
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