IPod will not charge, shuts off after three seconds

Pretty much what it says up there. When plugged in, the screen comes on for about five seconds, then the device turns back off. I REALLY want to avoid a DFU restore, because I didn't back up my apps. Any way to get it to turn on?

I am afraid you will not be able to get your iPod Touch to turn back on. My iPod Touch did the same thing yesterday, and it would not turn on. Your only option (as far as I know) is to hold the home button while plugging your ipod into the computer. Then you will be able to go into iTunes and restore your iPod.

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