Will all my data be erased is I update my iPod 4 to generation 6?

I have an iPod touch 4th generation. I want to update it to generation 6, but I heard I will lose all my data. I have over $50 worth on some apps. Is this (the data erasing) true?

If you are using the ipod as designed and syncing it to your computer regularly, then you will lose nothing.
Everything on your ipod should always be on your computer, especially before any upodate/restore/etc

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Back from where?
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sorry i think i should have replied to you not previous person
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