Was this the sickest iPod?

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October 17, 2024, 1:00 PM

• •The iPod Mini was introduced in 2004 and sold for $249.
• •It was Apple's answer to cheaper MP3 players from companies like Rio, Dell, iRiver, and Creative.
• •The Mini ran the same software as Apple's flagship iPod and offered full compatibility with a massive spread of accessories.

The iPod Mini was Apple's answer to cheaper MP3 players from the likes of Rio, Dell, iRiver, Creative, and other brands. It was released in 2004 and had a starting price of $249. The Mini ran the same software as Apple's flagship player and offered full compatibility with a massive spread of accessories that worked with its 30-pin dock connector. The aluminum-covered device came in several colors - a first for any iPod - and exuded more personality than the all-white iPod. It was also far more scratch-resistant than the polished steel back casing of regular iPods.

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