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How To: Open a 3rd generation iPod
Having trouble opening the third generation iPod? Don't give up! Check out this instructional electronics video that illustrates the simple process of opening a 3rd gen iPod. This video from ipodjuice.com demonstrates a technique that can be used to open even the most difficult 3rd Generation iPod battery installation. Change the battery on your iPod and start listening to music again today!
How To: Restore a 5th generation iPod Nano to factory settings
If you're 3rd generation 8GB iPod Nano has frozen or broken in some other software-related fashion, you probably have to restore it to factory settings. DOH! Fortunately this isn't a hard process, and this video will teach you how to do it.
How To: Install Rockbox onto your Apple iPod to play games
This is a guided video tutorial on how to install Rockbox onto your Apple iPod. In case you don't know what Rockbox is... it's a program for your iPod that you can play games, programs, Game Boy games, and more!
How To: Jailbreak your iPhone or iPod Touch using QuickFreedom and Custom Firmware
QuickFreedom is a software program you can use to jailbreak your iPhone or iPod Touch using Windows XP (service pack 2). This tutorial shows you how to get the programs and use them to jailbreak your Apple device by installing Custom 2.2.1 firmware.
How To: Replace a broken iPod click wheel
If your iPod click wheel needs to be replaced, don't fret. This "how-to" video teaches you a quick and easy way to fix it. In no time you'll think yourself to be an apple expert, and able to enjoy your music and videos again. This tutorial works best for fourth, fifth or sixth generation iPods.
How To: Turn your iPod into an external hard drive
Learn to how store information onto your Ipod by turning your standard music player into an external hard drive. Access the iPod from your CPU to store and extract files without using iTunes. Turn your iPod into an external hard drive.
How To: Hack your iPod to change the screen background or wallpaper
Want to change your iPod background to something cool? This video shows you how to hack a click-wheel model to reset your iPod and gain access to the system center so you have the option to set a variety of different backgrounds and wallpapers for your iPod.
How To: Jailbreak your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch using the Spirit software
This tutorial will work for iPhone, iPod Touch or even the iPad to jailbreak your Apple device by going to spiritjb.com, downloading the program and running it on your PC or Mac computer. Once you've downloaded it, all you need to do is run the program while your device is connected to the computer.
How To: Put an Apple iPod Touch or iPhone into DFU mode
Need to know how to put your Apple iPod Touch or iPhone into DFU recovery mode? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home-computing how-to can present a complete, step-by-step overview of the process in about four minutes! For details, including step-by-step instructions, watch this helpful video guide.
How To: Boost volume on your iPhone/iPod
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to boost the volume on an iPod Touch or iPhone. Begin by opening the iTunes program and select all the songs in your library. To select all the songs, simply press the Control and A keys. Then right-click and select Get Info. When a window pops up, click on Yes. Now click on the Options tab and set the Volume Adjustment to 100%. Finish by click OK. This video will benefit those viewers who have an iPod device, and would like to learn how to boost the ...
How To: Get free applications on the iPod Touch and iPhone
Let's be honest. Who actually pays for their music these days? Take your internet piracy to the next level and become a certified bucaneer by watching this video on how to get free applications on your iPhone and iPod Touch.
How To: Recover music from an iPod without software on a PC
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to copy music and videos from an iPod to a computer. Begin by opening iTunes. Do not plug in your iPod device. Then click on Edit and select Preferences. This will make iTunes blind to the iPod. Now connect your iPod and open the drive folder. Click on Tools and select Folder Options. Now check the option "Show hidden files, folders and drives" and click OK. Then open the "iPod_Control" folder and open the "Music" folder. Now copy all the files into i...
How To: Watch YouTube movies on your iPod (without WiFi)
This video explains how you can watch YouTube movies and videos on your iPod. First of all you need to open your web browser and do a search for Realplayer (in this case Realplayer version 11). Next, click on the link for Realplayer. You will need to download and run the installation file. Once the installation has run you need to accept the default and then load your web browser (Explorer or Firefox). From here you can choose any YouTube video you would like then add "&fmt=18" to the url add...
How To: Get NES ROMs for an iPod Touch
This video will show you how to download old school Nintendo (NES) games on your iPod Touch. This will also work with an iPhone.
How To: Install Linux on an iPod
This is for those who really want to trick out their iPod. See how to install iPod Linux on your iPod and make your iPod capable of using hundreds of freeware applications.
How To: Add noises or music to any object with a cheap MP3 player and speakers
The low price of speakers and MP3 players today make them ideal for adding a bit of sound to different items, and this tip from CNET reveals a few ideas. Add an MP3 player and a pair of speakers to a decoration, for example.
How To: Reset and restore an iPod Nano 5G to factory settings
Something amiss with your fifth-generation Apple iPod Nano? Before you send it in for repair, you should reset your iPod to its factory-default settings and see if that doesn't clear up your problem. This iPod owner's guide offers a complete overview of the process.
How To: Make an iPod or iPhone stand with a compact disc, marker and lighter
Don't waste your money on a store-bought Apple iPod stand. If you want a stand for your iPod, iPod Touch or iPhone, then all you need is a CD, a lighter and a marker. This is too easy, it almost seems untrue! But it works, and it's a great way to recycle old compact discs into something useful and decorative.
How To: Turn an iPod Touch into an iPhone with TextNow
If you want to make phone calls from your Apple iPod Touch, or send text messages, it's totally possible with a little app called TextNow. This apps turns your iPod Touch into an iPhone clone, allowing you to make phone calls and features like voicemail, call forwarding, text messages, picture messages and a whole lot more. See it in action!
How To: Fix wifi on iPhone or iPod Touch
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to fix the Wi-Fi problem on an iPod Touch or iPhone. Begin by clicking on Settings and select General. Then scroll down to click on General and select Reset Network Settings. When a confirmation window pops up, click on "Reset Network Settings". The iPod device will then reboot. Now click on Settings and select Wi-Fi. Then select a network to connect to. This video will benefit those viewers who have an iPhone or iPod Touch, and would like to learn ho...
How To: Restore an iPod Touch or iPhone without updating
This video will show you how to restore you iPod touch or iPhone to the original version. This will erase everything off you device and return it to the factory settings. This is a useful tool if you have made a mistake on jail breaking or for whatever reason you might have. You will have to download firmware and then attach your phone to your computer. This tutorial will take you step by step through the process of downloading and what to select to achieve this goal that you would like. Just...
How To: Jailbreak your iPod Touch 2G untethered with TyTool
TyTool is a software program you can use on an iPod Touch 2G using the TyTool program. This tutorial shows you how to download the program and run it so you can jailbreak your Apple device untethered (meaning you won't have to turn it off and on again).
How To: Jailbreak Your iPhone or iPod Touch with redsn0w Using a Windows or Mac
This quick tutorial shows you how to jailbreak your iPhone or iPod touch using the redsn0w program. You're shown where to go to download it, the install process, and how to run it to jailbreak your Apple device on either a Windows or Mac-based computer.
How To: Transfer songs from an iPod to iTunes in Windows Vista
In this tutorial, we learn how to transfer songs from an iPod to iTunes in Windows Vista. First, plug your device into your computer and open up iTunes. Minimize this screen, then go to your computer and find the music folder. After this, you will be able to see all the music that is saved to your computer. Next, take this folder and highlight all the music that is in this. After you do this, paste this into your iTunes and it will then start to load all the music. Give it a few minutes to fi...
How To: Tell whether your iPod Video is 5G or 5.5G
If you have a moderately old iPod and wish to perform some digital manipulation on it, you'll want to know exactly what version of the device it is. This video demonstrates a trick for determining simply and quickly whether an iPod video is the 5G or 5.5G version of the unit. All you have to do is open the music folder and see if there is a search tool or not! Who knew it was so easy?
How To: Reset a third generation iPod nano
Learn how to reset a third generation iPod Nano from this video in simple steps. First take your third generation iPod Nano and switch it on. Now press the hold switch at the bottom of the iPod. Now hold the menu button and middle button together for a few seconds. After a few seconds your iPod switches off and restarts again. Now your third generation iPod Nano is reset and ready to use.
How To: Put iPod video on an Xbox 360
Ballinguy556 shows you how to put iPod video on an XBox 360. First, you need to take your USB wire that goes with your iPod. Plug the USB wire into the front USB port of you XBox Rest your XBox on top of your XBox 360. Your iPod is now on top and therefore on your 360. You can also place it on your 360 controller by placing it on your controller. That is how you get your iPod on your 360.
How To: Install a high cap battery in a 4th Generation iPod
Is the battery in your Apple iPod just not up to par? Well, maybe it's time you replaced it with a high capacity battery. These detailed instructions will get you through the difficult, but easy process of doing so. Make sure you observe static safe precautions. Ground yourself before opening your iPod and don't walk around while performing this upgrade. This video tutorial will guide you on how to install a high cap battery in a 4th Generation iPod Photo.
How To: Install a click wheel in a 1st generation iPod Nano
This video will show you how to replace the click wheel in a first generation Apple iPod Nano. If the Apple warranty no longer covers your iPod, it may be more inexpensive to do this simple repair yourself, instead of purchasing a new iPod. Watch this video iPod tutorial and learn how to replace the click wheel in a first generation iPod Nano.
How To: Install a headphone jack or backplate on an iPod Video
This video will show you how to install a headphone jack or a backplate in your iPod Video (5th Generation) or iPod Classic (6th Generation). If the Apple warranty no longer covers your iPod, it may be more inexpensive to do this simple repair yourself, instead of purchasing a new iPod. Watch this video iPod tutorial and learn how to install a headphone jack or backplate on a 5th generation iPod Video or a 6th generation iPod Classic.
How To: Replace the battery in your Microsoft Zune MP3 Player
If your battery in your Microsoft Zune MP3 Player is acting up, maybe it's time you had it replaced. Don't waste money taking it to a repair shop though, learn how to do it yourself.
How To: Use the second generation iPod Shuffle
The second generation iPod shuffle is half the size of the original and much easier to wear, but that's easy to figure out. What may not be so easy, is figuring out how to use it. This video from Apple takes you through all the basics.
How To: Reset your iPod Shuffle
If your iPod Shuffle is acting strangely or not working at all, you may need to restore it. This video shows how to tell if you need to rest your iPod Shuffle, how to connect it to your computer, and how to reset it from iTunes. Reset your iPod Shuffle.
How To: Reset and restore an iPod Classic 5G to its factory-default settings
Something amiss with your fifth-generation Apple iPod Classic? Before you send it in for repair, you should reset your iPod to its factory-default settings and see if that doesn't clear up your problem. This iPod owner's guide offers a complete overview of the process.
How To: Restart a frozen iPod Classic or iPod Video with the Menu & Center buttons
If you still have one of the older iPods, like the iPod Classic or the iPod Video, then you might have some problems with them freezing up occasionally. If that does happen, this video will show you the quick steps to restarting your Apple iPod by pressing and holding the menu and center buttons. If you this doesn't work, you can try restoring the software via iTunes. If that doesn't fix the frozen iPod, then you'll need to contact Apple or a repair technician.
How To: Unfreeze an iPod Nano or Classic
This quick video tutorial will show you how to unfreeze an iPod Nano or Classic. To unfreeze your iPod, do the following: Hold the "Menu" and "Center" button for 10 seconds. Once you see the Apple Icon, hold the "Center" button, and the "Play" button at the same time, for 10 seconds. This should fix the problem, and your iPod is now ready to go.
How To: Restart a frozen iPod Nano (5th Gen) with the Menu & Center buttons
One problem that happens quite frequently with most Apple iPod products is freezing. Nobody likes a frozen screen, because you can't do anything! Well, if you have an iPod Nano (5th Generation), then this video will show you how to reset and restart it by pressing and holding the Menu and Center buttons. If you this doesn't work, you can try restoring the software via iTunes. If that doesn't fix the frozen iPod, then you'll need to contact Apple or a repair technician.
How To: Repair the ribbon cable on an Apple iPod Classic
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of fixing a broken ribbon cable on an Apple iPod Classic quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the other components. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their iPods without actually disassembling their units.
How To: Install Aircrack easyly on iPod & iPhone
This video will show you how to install Aircrack on your iPod touch. Aircrack is a network suite designed to crack WEP and WPA keys. Though the project was shut down by its creator, you can still follow this video and learn how to do it.
How To: Fix a frozen, locked up iPhone or iPod Touch
Look at the Main Menu on our screen. If the Icons on the screen do not respond to your commands, it means that the system is corrupted. To fix this problem, hold and press down the Power and Menu button at the same time for about 6-8 seconds or until you see a black and white Apple logo right on the middle of the screen; after the icons disappear. This means that your system is rebooting without losing any of your original data. This ensures the system functioning properly again as soon as yo...