iPod battery life is an important issue to most iPod users. The iPod battery degrades over time and is not easily changed by the users. This contention has merit, because, although the iPod battery can be recharged hundreds of times, it does lose power over a period of time.

Furthermore, because of the way Apple designed the iPod battery, it is difficult for owners of the iPod Nano 8GB to change it on their own. Did Apple actually create the iPod Nano 8GB to be a disposable digital audio player? No. Apple designed the iPod Nano 8GB to last a long time.

However, most lithium batteries, such as the iPod battery, last about two years. Although users can expect to obtain 300 to 500 complete charges but eventually, lithium batteries wear out. An iPod battery is not designed for user replacement.

When Apple designed the iPod Nano 8GB, they incorporated the battery into the devices circuitry. This created a wide open marketplace for third party manufacturers to offer an iPod battery replacement kit, including detailed instructions on how to remove and replace the battery in the iPod Nano 8GB. Apple also offers to replace the iPod battery, but users have to send their iPod Nano 8GB to the company for replacement.

In addition, Apple offers users tips on their website on how to conserve their iPod battery. The following tips and tricks will ensure your iPod battery will last longer: An iPod battery performs at its best when the iPod Nano 8GB is at room temperature.

You should never leave your iPod Nano 8GB inside a car. You should never expose your iPod Nano 8GB to direct sunlight. When unattended, click the Pause. Take advantage of the Hold function the iPod Nano 8GB offers if you will not be using it for even a short amount of time.

Your iPod will continue to play if the hold button is not pressed. This can significantly impact the life of your iPod battery. Most of the time, you will not need back lighting.

This feature uses up much of the reserved battery power. Turn off back lighting when you do not need it. Under the Settings menu, choose Back light Timer, then select Off. Even when you are not using your iPod Nano 8GB, the battery power is slowly draining.

While your iPod Nano 8GB is sleeping, the battery is still fully awake, and loses a small amount of current. Storing your iPod at room temperature will help to conserve the battery. Taking this one easy step will maximize the use of your iPod battery.

iPod battery life is an important issue to most iPod users. The iPod battery degrades over time and it is not easily replaced. That’s true, to a point, as the battery is lithium based; although it can be recharged up to 500 times, it does degrade over time.

Furthermore, because of the way Apple designed the iPod battery, it is challenging for owners of the iPod Nano 8GB to replace it on their own. This made some users to wonder if the iPod Nano 8GB was intended as a disposable MP3 player? No. The iPod Nano 8GB was designed to last a good, long, while.

However, most lithium batteries, such as the iPod battery, last about two years. This nets the user hundreds of charges; however, at some point, the lithium battery will stop working. Users can’t replace the battery the way they can with other digital devices.

Instead of being easily removed and replaced, the battery in the iPod Nano 8GB is a permanent part of the case. The frustration of unable to change the iPod battery didn’t last long though, as savvy marketers took advantage of the situation and offered owners of the iPod Nano 8GB an alternative substitute iPod battery, that had instructions on how to remove the old battery and insert the new one. Apple also offers to change the iPod battery, but users have to send their iPod Nano 8GB to the company for replacement.

Users can also learn how to maximize the iPod battery power by logging on to the Apple website. The following tips and tricks will ensure your iPod battery will last longer: An iPod battery performs at its best when the iPod Nano 8GB is at room temperature.

Don’t leave your iPod Nano 8GB inside a car. Do not expose your iPod Nano 8GB to direct sunlight. When not in use, press the Pause or Hold button. Take advantage of the Hold function the iPod Nano 8GB offers if you will not be using it for even a few minutes.

iPod will continue to play if left playing until the iPod battery drains out. Always turn off your iPod when not in use to save battery life. When the room is well lit, you do not need back lighting.

Always using back lighting will drain your battery faster than anything. If you don’t absolutely need it, turn it off. Select Settings, Back light Timer, Off. Most people don’t realize that even when their iPod Nano isn’t in use, the battery is still active.

Even though it is not much, your iPod battery is still being used, even as your iPod Nano 8GB sleeps. Storing your iPod at room temperature will help to conserve the battery. By doing this, the battery in your iPod can last as long as 28 days.