iPod Nano 2nd Generation Teardown

– Before diving in, take a look at these images of the new packaging.

– Check out the sleek, new packaging—52% smaller and way more efficient!

– The packaging is designed to keep your device safe and sound. Plastic retainers hold the iPod at the top and bottom, and you’ll need to give the packaging a little flex to free the iPod. A gentle nudge and it should come right out!

– Meet the crew! From left to right: Mini, the shiny new blue Nano, the sleek new black Nano, and the classic old black Nano.

– So, what should we call it? iPod Nano Gen 2? iPod Mini Gen 3? How about Remastered iPod Nano? Nah, we’re sticking with ‘that little blue music thingy.’

– Here’s what you’ll find: starting from the left, then moving right, we’ve got some goodies for you.

– The center button is a bit sunken (concave), unlike the flat one on the old Nano or the domed one on the old Mini.

– An iPod is included to keep your tunes handy.

– A fold-out quick start guide is here—plus, it comes with two small white Apple stickers for your gear.

– A plastic dock to keep everything in place and looking sharp.

– New earbuds to upgrade your listening experience.

– And a USB docking cable to connect and sync with ease.

– It might have slimmed down compared to the older Nano, but the difference isn’t huge.

– The back should stay smooth and scratch-free for a lot longer now.

– Time to take it apart! Let’s get started.

– Before cracking open your iPod, make sure the hold switch is in the locked position.

– Opening up your iPod might take a few tries—no worries if it feels tricky at first. Just keep at it and you’ll get it open in no time!

– Gently slide an iPod opening tool into the seam where the metal case meets the white plastic top. Go easy on the soft plastic—no need to get rough with it!

– Carefully lift off the top bezel of the iPod to get started. Keep a steady hand and gentle touch as you separate it from the device. If you need a pro touch, you can always schedule a repair to help out.

– Time to give the bottom bezel the same treatment—carefully pop it off just like you did with the top.

– Gently pry up the bottom bezel. It’s held down with some mild adhesive, so you might need to give it a little extra nudge.

– Unscrew the two Phillips #00 screws on either side of the dock connector. Easy, right? Just a couple of twists, and you’re one step closer to getting things back in action.

– Begin by grabbing your Phillips #00 screwdriver and carefully removing the two screws from the top of the iPod. Keep them safe—you’ll need them later to put everything back together. If you hit any snags, remember you can always schedule a repair with Salvation Repair for extra help.

– Gently pry out the headphone jack using a spudger. Be careful not to remove it completely, as it’s connected to the click wheel by a delicate ribbon cable.

– After you’ve popped the headphone jack out of its spot, you’ll spot a Phillips #00 screw hiding underneath. Go ahead and remove that sneaky screw.

– Take off the metal bracket that’s wrapping around the docking connector. A little gentle wiggle and it’ll come right off!

– Gently disconnect the headphone and click wheel cable from the logic board. Since visibility is limited, you’ll want to rely on feeling the connector with your spudger to unseat it carefully. Take your time to avoid damage—if you need a hand, you can always schedule a repair.

– Grab a spudger and gently pry the logic board assembly out of the casing. Keep in mind, the click wheel and headphone jack should stay put inside the iPod. If you need help along the way, you can always schedule a repair.

– Gently detach the display and logic board from the iPod, making sure not to rush it. Take your time and handle them carefully – we’re almost there!

– Success! Everything’s opened up and ready for the next move.

– Gently pop the metal bracket off the back of the display. Be careful not to detach the clear shielding on the back of the display – just the bracket needs to come off!

– Gently lift the display, then use your spudger to flip up that little black plastic bar holding the ribbon cable in place. Easy does it—take your time!

– Gently slide the display ribbon out of its connector and carefully lift the display off the logic board. Take your time and make sure everything comes apart smoothly!

– On the left: the brand-new Nano’s logic board and battery.

– On the right: the previous generation’s logic board and battery.

– The upgraded battery is sleeker and slimmer—and also packs more punch.

– The latest Nano sticks with Samsung flash memory, just like its predecessor.

– Check out this close-up of the logic board. We’ve got some high-res shots from the top and bottom for extra detail.

– See that Apple logo on the ARM chip? The label says: 33753291 8701 N02R5Q5 0627 ARM. Pretty cool, right?

– All done! If your iPod still needs a little TLC, you can always schedule a repair for some expert help.