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How To: Take apart an iPod Touch 1G

Trying to replace your iPod battery, change the screen, or doing some modification that a MAC pro wouldn't suggest you doing yourself? Before you can start tinkering around inside this delicate piece of equipment, you're going to at least need to know how to get it open and take it apart without damaging the the inner pieces. You will need a small Phillips head screwdriver, a plastic pick, a blackstick, and a chisel tip screwdriver. Watch this video iPod tutorial and learn how to take apaart ...

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: Replace the battery in a 3rd Generation iPod

Need a little help with your iPod? Has your battery been failing you again and again? Will it not hold a charge? Well, it might be time for you to replace the battery, no?

How To: Replace the battery in an Apple iPod Mini

Need a little help with your iPod? Has your battery been failing you again and again? Will it not hold a charge? Well, it might be time for you to replace the battery, no?

How To: Find out which model iPod you have

Need to know what kind of iPod you have? Don't know quite what generation your iPod is? Is it a 1st Gen, is it a Video iPod, or is it a Photo iPod? Check out this video tutorial from iPodJuice to help you figure it out.

How To: Replace the battery in a 4th Generation iPod Photo

Need a little help with your iPod? Has your battery been failing you again and again? Will it not hold a charge? Well, it might be time for you to replace the battery, no?

How To: Change the faceplate on an iPod Video or Classic

You can save a lot of money doing your own iPod repairs and updates, but make sure you're doing it right. Make sure to use the right tools and follow the tips listed in this instructional video. Watch this video iPod tutorial and learn how to change the faceplate on a fifth generation iPod Video or classic.

How To: Change the battery in a 5th generation iPod video

You can save a lot of money doing your own iPod repairs and updates, but make sure you're doing it right. Make sure to use the right tools and follow the tips listed in this instructional video. Opening the iPod the first time can be especially tricky. Watch this video iPod tutorial and learn how to change the battery on a fifth generation iPod Video or Classic.

How To: Install an LCD screen into a 3rd generation iPod Nano

Opening an iPod Nano 3rd generation is more difficult than previous models, because of the metal clips. You will need the specialty tool designed to pry open the iPod, before you can get the iPod open and remove the screws. Watch this video iPod tutorial and learn how to install an LCD screen into a third generation iPod Nano.

How To: Reconnect ribbon cable on iPod photo

Check out this instructional electronics video that illustrates the simple process of reconnecting the ribbon cable on the iPod photo. There is a ribbon cable inside the iPod Photo that can sometimes disconnect from the logic board, but it can be reattached easily. Watch as one of our technicians illustrates this process and start listening to music again!

How To: Reconnect the ribbon cable on 4th generation iPod

Check out this instructional electronics video that illustrates the simple procss of reconnecting the ribbon cable on a 4th generation iPod. Sometimes the ribbon cable that tethers both halves of the fourth generation iPod during the battery replacement process needs to be reattached to the logic board. Watch as one of our technicians illustrates this process and start listening to music again!

How To: Reconnect the 4th generation iPod hard drive

Check out this instructional electronics video that illustrates the simple process of reconnecting the 4th generation iPod hard drive. The hard drive inside a fourth generation iPod can sometimes come loose from the logic board, but it can easily be reattached. Watch as a technician from iPodJuice.com shows you how it is done and start listening to music again!

How To: Remove the foam padding on a 4th Generation iPod Photo

Check out this instructional electronics video that illustrates the simple process of removing the foam padding of an iPod Photo. In order to get the case to close when installing the battery you may need to remove some of the blue foam padding from the underside of the hard drive. This video from iPodJuice demonstrates how to safely remove the light-blue foam from the bottom of the hard drive on an iPod Photo.

How To: Open an iPod photo

Check out this instructional electronics video that illustrates the simple process of opening an iPod photo. Watch as a technician from ipodjuice.com demonstrates how to open up an iPod Photo using an iPod battery replacement kit. Follow along with this tutorial and start listening to music again!

How To: Open a 4th generation iPod

Having trouble opening the fourth generation iPod? Don't give up! Check out this instructional electronics video that illustrates the simple process of opening a 4th generation iPod. This video from ipodjuice.com demonstrates a technique that can be used to open even the most difficult 4th Generation iPod battery installation. Follow along and fix your iPod so you can listen to music again!

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: Replace a 5th generation iPod video battery

Check out this electronics tutorial video to learn how to replace and install a fifth generation ipod video battery. This instructional video illustrates the procedure of installing a battery on a 5th generation iPod video. See how it's really done!

How To: Install the battery on a 3rd gen slim iPod battery

Check out this demonstrational video that illustrates how to replace a third generation slim iPod battery. Check out how this iPod battery was replaced for a customer. The slim ipod battery replacement can be replaced rather easily, so watch how and learn!

How To: Remove the SIM card from an iPhone

Check out this instructional electronics video that illustrates the simple process of removing the SIM card from an iPhone. It doesn't take much to pull the SIM card out of an Apple iPhone - just a small paperclip will do the trick. Check out how it's done by a technician in this tutorial video.

How To: Open a fifth generation video iPod

Having trouble opening the 5th generation iPod video? Check out this instructional electronics video that shows you how to open your fifth generation video iPod. Try this simple trick if you are having a bit of difficulty getting the iPod video open, shown to you here by a technician. Fix your iPod and start listening to music again with this tutorial video.

How To: Open an iPod mini

Check out this electronics tutorial video to learn how to open an iPod mini. Just insert the blue tool between the white plastic end-caps and metal edging. Removing the white end caps from the top and bottom of the iPod mini is necessary in order to access the iPod mini battery inside - watch as a technician shows you how this is done.

How To: Disassemble and reassemble your iPod Shuffle

Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to take apart and put together the iPod Shuffle. First, you'll want to remove the control button. You can do this with a box knife or an exacto knife. Next, you'll want to take out the on and off button. Remove the USB case next. The case is glued onto the iPod, so you'll want to use the knife again to slice and wedge it apart. If your shuffle stops working, most likely the problem is due to a blown LED, a loose connection, or something si...

How To: Mod your iPod and make the sound louder

It's believed that most iPods carry the Wolfson Microelectronics WM8975 codec and although it does a great job converting the digital audio on the iPod's drive into analog audio, the iPod's amplifiers don't make the sound loud enough to hear through your headphones. Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to mod your iPod so that it'll bypass the iPod's amplifiers and run the audio out from the Wolfson DAC to your stereo. Keep in mind that this process requires breaking into you...

How To: Build a custom iPod or iPhone cable

Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to build a custom iPod and iPhone cable that'll simultaneously charge the Apple device and give an audio line out connection. Keep in mind that this process requires some soldering and since the pins on the Apple dock connector are really tiny, this can be a very strenuous process.

How To: Hack an iPod on a Mac

When performing this iPod hack, make sure to turn off your iTunes and keep it from popping up after you've plugged in your iPod via USB. Take a look at this tutorial and learn how to hack into you iPod on your Mac with the program Alterpod. With luck, no error log will pop up once you click restore.

How To: Hack a 5.5g iPod's firmware with Alterpod

Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to hack into your iPod's firmware on a Mac. In order to hack into the 5.5g iPod's firmware, you need to download the Alterpod, a firmware editing software. With this program, you'll be able to download themes onto your iPod. Keep in mind that this hack is for the 5.5 generation iPod and does not work for the 6th generation or the older ones before 5.5. When downloading themes, make sure to download the correct version.

How To: Turn your IPOD to a Remote control

The iPod has become a common household item. With each new release, the iPod comes with more features, a steady progression from music to videos, and now as a phone. But did you know that there's a way to turn your iPod into a remote control? Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to give your iPod remote control features with some internal tweaking. You need a Logitech bluetooth wireless set in order for this mod to work.

How To: Transfer songs from an iPod back into iTunes

This quick, simple how-to video will show you how to transfer mp3s from your iPod back to your iTunes, a functionality disallowed by the iPod. This is accomplished with a freeware application named Senuti whose slogan, fittingly enough, is "Everything in reverse."

How To: Control your Mac with an iPod touch/iPhone

Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to control the Mac with either your iPod Touch or the iPhone. This is done by setting up VNC client on your iPhone/iPod touch and your Macbook.

How To: Get songs from ipod to itunes on the Mac

In the event of your computer crashing without a backup or an external hard drive, your music amongst other things could be lost forever. There is way to your music collection back though, if you have an iPod. Take a look at this tutorial and learn how to transfer music from your iPod back into iTunes on the Mac.

How To: Set the alarm clock on your iPod

Your iPod can function as more than just an mp3 player, it also works as an alarm clock. Take a look at this tutorial and learn how to set an alarm on your iPod and wake up to your favorite playlist.

How To: Replace the iPhone headset's earphones

So here is a video tutorial that shows you how to swap out your iPhone headset ear buds for your generic ear buds that fit your ear better. Make sure you don't switch the wires and remember where the colors go (red, copper, green).

How To: Create and use sync groups (auto playlists) on a Zune

Zune is a digital media players and services sold by Microsoft. It includes portable media players, client software, and the Zune Marketplace Internet music and video store. If you hate the Apple iPods, you probably have one of these MP3 players.

How To: Use your Apple iPod as a backup hard drive

You never know when your computer could eat up all of your work, but you can backup your important files on the music player you already own!

How To: Use iPod Nano's hidden tricks

If you're just using your iPod Nano for music, you're missing out. Watch this iPod tutorial video to find out about the sleep timer, alarm clock, and more. You'll be a pro at using your iPod Nano's hidden tricks after watching this helpful how-to video.