Ipod freezes everytime I use it

My Ipod freeze up upon unlocking and entering password.
Goes black screen.
Plug in for charging.
Battery is draining with in an hour.
When plugged into computer is locked on chargining screen.
Have reset with no success.
when it reboots on occasion sets day and time to January 1, 1970.
Been going on for two weeks. Super frustrated for yet another apple product that fails within 4 months of purcharsing.
Any help?

It does matter where you purchased the iPod. You can check your warranty coverage by entering the SN here
Apple - Support - Check Your Service and Support Coverage

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