You've made this look 100x easier than it is. I've done it but damn you clearly used one you had opened prior to the video... Even removing the battery was a nightmare!
A tip for anyone who does this. Be very careful with removing the battery, it is very very securely glued on and is attached to vital ribbon cables. Best idea is to be super gentle and use a hairdryer to weaken the glue
Just broke the cable to the reset switch on one, remembered I had another 5th generation, dug that one out and broke that one too. Also that battery was very swollen and squishy so it was pretty iffy even without applying heat.
Tools I recieved with the battery were useless, tips sheared off quickly, opened the case with a very old, thin silver sixpence and a silver threepenny piece (what are they? ask your great grandmothers lol). Might be a good idea to note that there are clips all around that once you have located them a little push opens the cover. Battery was easy to remove and install. The grey rubber strips were stuck to the cover so I had to carefully peel those off and put back around the hard drive. Pretty pleased with myself, it all works fine now. Thankyou.
Bought your battery. Struggled a bit with opening the iPod but persisted. Wasn't really that hard but needs a bit of patience. After opening, the rest was easy but worked slowly and carefully while using this video as guide and with some stops and plays to make sure I was doing everything correctly and not ruin my iPod. Now my overworked 2005 iPod works just as well as when I first bought it. Thank you!
I very much agree that this video makes the process look deceptively easy. It was not! It became very obvious to me that the case in the video had been opened before.The plastic pry tools were ineffective at best and one was very chewed up by the time I finished...about 2 hours. I had purchased the iSesamo metal pry tools by Newertech and both those were slightly bent by the time I finished. I have NEVER had a worse case-opening experience than this. The pristine look of the case is gone and it does not close tightly anymore. There is no way the battery could be pried up so easily, as was indicated in the video, with the plastic tool as shown. Mine was very securely fixed in place. I had to use a long screwdriver to gently pry it up. The actual process of putting the battery back in and connecting it was a breeze...the ONLY part of the replacement process that was easy. In the end, it does work, but the case no longer fits tightly and it is scarred by the process. Knowing what I just went through, I'm not sure I'd do this again.
My case is all chewed up, and to use metal screwdrivers and all my strength to pry open. Nylon tools wouldn't have budged the case. My battery, however, DID come right off, so apparently our mileage/experiences vary.
This was easy. Took me about 30 minutes. Tips: use heavy guitar picks (1mm nylon) to wedge open case. Concentrate on one side, and the ends. The body will swing open part way, and you can then remove it. Work gently - watch out for other ribbon cables!
Got a steal on an Ipod Classic 6th gen for only $99! It is in great shape, however, it doesn't hold a charge for long. Bought the battery with the two tools, gonna install it today, and I honestly can't wait to have my whole music library with me at all times, especially when skating. Hell yes man!
You have carried out all electronic and technical procedures correctly and properly. Many TH-camrs can't do anything. They are hobbyists and nothing more. The devices break with them. The video is perfect. Great !
I just fixed my 10-year-old iPod Classic with this instruction - super easy and it works!! I already thought I could say goodbye to my old device. Thanks so much for the video!
That iPod was definitely opened before this video, but still shows the correct way to go about it. Didn't bother to order the tools though, took me roughly less than 10 mins with a small putty knife, and a tiny jewelers flat head screwdriver. For me, I keep it in a nice protective case anyways so, wasn't worried much with potential small cosmetic nicks on the plastic edges. Thing has been a beast for years but, can never hold a charge these days. Can't wait to replace my battery now, and have it operate as new again!
You're very welcome! We're thrilled to hear that our video helped you successfully replace the battery and get your iPod back up and running. Glad we could assist!
I've had my iPod for over a decade. That cover over all this time has literally sealed together like molted metal. I highly doubt a few plastic tools will make a hell of difference. ....but I can try I guess. Lol
THANK you SO much for the easy to follow directions !!! I have never done this before and it was a piece of cake to do with your video Although the plastic tools were to weak. I used one to pry open, but then switched to a nail file to go around and pry the case open
Just finished replacing my battery using the Exacto knife method. Worked OK, but your method I think is better. Of course I didn't see this video until after I completed the task.
ok so I just got done putting in the new battery and good god was it a pain to open. the nylon tools that I had are junk. so im glad that I got the iSesamo to open my ipod and it is a must get. it made opening the ipod a lil bit easer. all said and done my ipod is charging and im happy. ill be getting more than 5 mins on battery life. thanks for the video.
I think it was easy. HOWEVER, there should've been note to be more cautious when removing the battery. I was extra careful, yet didn't know how much the hold switch ribbon cable was stuck to the battery...it broke. Anyhoo, no matter- going to purchase the hold switch/ headphone cable assembly repair kit. Cheers.
Same thing happened to me. He doesn't tell you that at least ONE of the flex ribbons will be attached to the adhesive holding the battery ----- usually the HOLD switch ribbon which the battery lays on; one that is susre to be epoxied too. When you pry the battery, SNAP goes the HOLD switch flex ribbon since it is epoxied too. Not fixing mine. Disgusted, I toss everything including the new battery into the trash. Video should be renamed "How to fuck up your IPOD." Otherwise, he need to slow down and explain the presence of the other ribbons, where the lay, and to not to apply force against the battery if any of its adhesion is attached to a flex ribbon. And, it's always attached to the hold switch ribbpn
Thorkild, I replaced the battery in my 160gb ipod about a month ago, and while this guy left out a couple of small but necessary steps, the "kit" I got failed almost immediately. The plastic snapped on both of them, so I used a couple of jewelers style screwdrivers. I got it apart, but it isn't pretty. You can see all the spots where I was prying to open it, but fortunately, it did go back together and is working great. If I remember correctly, you are supposed to slide the little button at the top into the locked position first, and you have to gently push down on a button where the cable is attached to free the old one. When you install the new one, like he said, push the thing down to lock it in place. I'm a 59yo grandma, and if I can do it, I think most people will be able to, but watch more than one video before starting. That should help put the process in order for you. I have 2 more ipods I'm going to change batteries on but I have better tools this time. A nice little kit I found in tools at Walmart last week. You're right, that one had already been taken apart. It's not that easy the first time as you've found out.
This is a helpful video. I've just replaced my battery in an iPod Classic and it was hard work. The case shredded the tools that came with the battery. I had to resort to using a pen-knife screwdriver to pry open the case. The case has gone back on but it's a bit warped. The iPod is still working, which is the main thing.
Thanks this was helpful. I used a really thin screwdriver and ran it round the edge a couple of times to loosen it up which made the rest of the job a lot easier. Good luck to everyone else trying to do this - you've got to be brutal in some places. It's more about where you position the screwdriver that makes it easy.
I am an aviation mechanic and this removing this case is way harder that it looks. The case becomes damaged/distorted and there will be nicks and scratches on the edges by the time you get done.
I don't think Apple designed these to be opened and have their battery replaced. I just bought a 30GB iPod Classic (seems like a 2005 model) for my bedridden mom to have some music. It seems the battery has never been replaced, 17 years is a good service life, even Apple will wonder why this iPod has not been discarded.
I tried disconnecting the battery just like this video. I was very gentle and the whole plug connector pulled out lol!!! Now I gotta figure out if it can be snapped it back in - reconnect it.
I’ve done a couple of the 5th generation iPods without much trouble, the classics I broke and bent all my tools and still couldn’t get it apart, 1st time I decided not to try further for not wanting to damage it
Tip for anyone attempting this....Don't! The plastic tools are complete garbage and the tips will break off almost immediately. Then, when you resort to a slim flat edge screwdriver you are guaranteed destroy the back cover and the front casing because Apple made these in such a way to "INSURE" that nobody is going to "STEAL" their designs. Apple doesn't want you inside their products. The tutorial here makes it look easy as eating a slice of chocolate cake, but it's absolutely not. It practically takes a jack hammer to pry the back cover off and to break the adhesive holding the battery in place. Apple purposely put a ribbon cable under the battery so that when you remove the battery, the ribbon cable will break off in two sections and your Ipod is now perfectly prepared for the E-Waste bin.
Thank you, this helped me. It is a little nerve-wracking, but with a bit of patience and luck, my old 120GB Classic is playing like new. I had purchased a little kit of tools like carbon, plastic and metal spudgers and that came in handy, and the battery was only $5, so under $15, and I'll use the tools again, no doubt.
Tried this with the plastic tools and gave up, took a deep breath and tried it again with a pocket knife and no gloves, gave up before something bad happens, then tried a very small flat head screw driver and guitar picks, came right up. Easy to take out the old expanded battery, but ended up breaking the ribbon cable retainer because it is welded to body, the instruction say to lift it out a little. Time to get a new ipod
I've been using my iPod Video 30GB (5th gen) for a solid 13 years. Battery is showing signs of fatigue. Just got a new battery off Amazon. You know what? I think I'll have it installed by a professional, pay the labour and be a happy bunny.
@@diana-cy4kj When the time comes, I intend on showing them this video or similar and ask them if they can do it. Chinese shops are the best, they never say no where I live.
The iPod video is really easy to open just get an isesamo tool to open it and go around the iPod not putting too much force the rest is easy as well just watch a few videos.
With the battery change it is necessary to add the replacement of the upper and lower cover that will inexorably be both damaged by the opening. When buying the battery, remember to buy the lids too. Does anyone know reliable sellers who sell good batteries that last like the originals? I do not want to find myself after a few months to repeat another substitution.
The video shows the box already open when the plastic pry tool is run along the side. Fingers intact and no cus words emitted. Somethings not right here.
Just got your battery and removed the old battery. however part of the ribbon cable, going to the hold switch broke. Going to check out your site to see if you all carry the hold switch/headphone jack cable-assembly.
Firstly. The glue round the edge is so hard I broke the white plastic rim. Then the meal casing and the blastocyst tools broke it’s not that easy. Messed my I pod up. And I can repair most things
Dislike. No way they opened the ipod like that. I'm just about destroying mine to get it open as we speak. Even the exacto knife guy is using one that has to have been opened a couple times.
MacSales.com Something that isn't so "bouncy" and cheerful would be nice, but I wouldn't want to hear Amazing Grace either. Something from the 70's through the 90's would probably work for most because of the age range of people who will be doing this to their own ipod.
Truth in advertising, I guess. On the 160 GB iPod I have, I wrecked both pry tools on the first step, and was left trying to get the pieces out of my iPod (after scratching the case).
Do you do actual battery replacement? My iPod's old battery doesn't hold a charge for longer than a half hour or so. And that is after charging for more than 12 hours.
Mmm don't do what I did... somehow the same prying action pulled off the face and so I was staring at the data board and wheel with no access to the back. I had to put it together again and pay close attention to where to pry. Provided tools turned to mush quick but a manicure set did the trick. $20 thrift store iPod brought to life wahoo!
I bought mine on Ebay for $7.70 & free shipping www.ebay.com/itm/Battery-for-iPod-Video-5th-Gen-5-Generation-60GB-80GB-A1136-TOOL/332602920361?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Hi guys. After breaking all the plastic tools in the fitting kit and resorting to the metal ones I eventually managed to fit the replacement battery to my Classic 80GB, although bought from a different source. But there was no charge apparent on fitting and after charging overnight still no charge! Is this just a faulty battery, or am I missing something? Any ideas would be appreciated, thanks.
What kind of Ipod have you been using in the video? I've got an Ipod Classic from 2009 and I am not sure if it is the thin or the thick version, because of the battery?
I have an 80gb ipod Classic from 2007 and the original battery has 3.7v written on it, what is the correct replacement mAh do I require ? I see them listed 580mAh and 650mAh for the classic 80gb or does it matter which one ?
The video cuts at 1:18 and does not show them transitioning from opening the bottom to opening the side. That is where you're going to get stuck. I found that the nylon pry tools that were included with the OWC kit were not of sufficient quality to actually pry the case apart at the bottom corners. I tried sliding them around and they fell apart. At this point I am stuck and have ordered a kit of pry tools from another vendor. I hope that when they arrive I will be able to continue the installation.
It is certainly not easy like is showed in this video, the plastic tools are worthless, and some precautions should’ve been mentioned when working near the screen, mine broke, yes I know, it was me, but still should be mentioned. I ended up being able to replace the battery, but now my iPod is all beat up around the edges. If there is a place where they can do this professionally, I recommend you take it there.
My ipod just died. It's a gen7, I think 160gb. It has 2007 on the back I bought it new many years ago. Where can can I get a new battery? I live in Canada. Will they ship there?
That was my point. You can lift the battery without breaking the hold switch flex ribbon. But, you need to be told that it is there, AND that is will be glued to the battery like the batter is to the case.
You misunderstood my comment - I'm talking about removing the back case - it can't be done as demonstrated without damaging the thin metal strip above the 30 pin port. I tried - it's bent out of shape already and the case didn't budge...but thanks for the tip. There is an Apple repair shop in the mall - $20 to replace the battery that I provide - they can do it for me.
My ipod is 2 years old now, or just over, and today it just died, I've tried charging it but nothing (it was charged anyway) do we think this is a problem with the battery or something else? My previous one (both are 160g) lasted over 5 years without a problem
hey, thanks for such a quick response! :) yea I'm not too good at repairing things so I'll take your advice and take it to a proper apple repairing place :), it's a funny thing it just went dead when I was in the shop :), tried the reboot but nothing. Thanks for the advice and nice video, if I was more confident I'd copy you step by step :)
Hi, I have several questions actually. I'm from Bosnia and have an iPod classic which I purchased from an authorized store. It seems that my iPod's battery is dead. The display shows the message connect to power but when I connect it to my laptop, it doesn't show up, which used to happen in the past if the battery was completely drained of power. I tried recharging it using the cable and the 10W adapter for which they say it can be used to recharge iPod classic. Not working either. So I tried the store where I had bought it, in 2009 or 2010, they said that they cannot get the new battery and replace it because iPod Classic is no longer made, so they cannot order a replacement battery. The only solution I have is to replace the battery myself. Now my question is, since I live in Bosnia, is there a seller on ebay that is selling new and original iPod classic batteries. I simply cannot give it up. I love listening to audiobooks, I use the iPod to listen to music when I drive or exercise but to be honest purchasing a new iPod touch/nano isn't an option, simply because they have smaller memory and I like my old iPod, it's like a pet, or a good old friend. So anyone please, do you know a seller on ebay selling new (unused) and original iPod classic replacement batteries?
I've already got in touch with your customer service people and they told me that there is no way that they ship that battery due to shipping restrictions. :-( Even if a company ordered 100 of them, then there would be import taxes and customs fees to pay, so I'll probably try one of the batteries bought on youtube and pray it works for at least a month.
In Part 2, where it goes over prying the old battery away from its adhesive to remove it, this video makes it look like doing so is smooth and easy when it actually takes a few minutes of prying AND breezes past the fact that there is an important cable located just under the battery that could easily be mistaken as part of the battery but is actually the Hold Switch cable. Because all the video says is "gently but firmly" and "being careful of the cables", I tore my Hold Switch cable.. Now I've got to order, wait, and replace that. Very annoying. Be more responsible with your "guides".
Doesn't explain how the metal clips work, you can't just pry around it, you have to slide something down along the sides to push the clips down and then you can pry the device apart. Very poor directions.
MacSales. com i think its starting to fail because its far from full, ill do the flash storage upgrade i saw on your channel and the battery, thank you.
MacSales. com hey, i have another question; is it possible to swap the thick ipod 5.5 back case with a slim ipod 6 or 7 gen back case? because im going to do the iflash sd card mod so i was wondering if a slimmer ipod 6 gen back case would fit.
My cable was also stuck very tightly to the battery and snapped. Now I need to find someone who can fix that. I have too many songs on this iPod to give it up.
You've made this look 100x easier than it is. I've done it but damn you clearly used one you had opened prior to the video... Even removing the battery was a nightmare!
yeah, same here. I ruined my iPod and all the cheap plastic pry tools trying to do this.
@@jeremymullins1294 and he didn't mention that, and i just broke mine.
opened mine just fine
@@jeremymullins1294 Prying tools, not "pry" tools, imbecile.
Quite agree, unfortunately. 1'30" and the succeeding seconds are not representative at all.
A tip for anyone who does this. Be very careful with removing the battery, it is very very securely glued on and is attached to vital ribbon cables. Best idea is to be super gentle and use a hairdryer to weaken the glue
Just broke the cable to the reset switch on one, remembered I had another 5th generation, dug that one out and broke that one too. Also that battery was very swollen and squishy so it was pretty iffy even without applying heat.
@@BCThunderthud yeah its a pain in the ass
Just did this 👍
Tools I recieved with the battery were useless, tips sheared off quickly, opened the case with a very old, thin silver sixpence and a silver threepenny piece (what are they? ask your great grandmothers lol). Might be a good idea to note that there are clips all around that once you have located them a little push opens the cover. Battery was easy to remove and install. The grey rubber strips were stuck to the cover so I had to carefully peel those off and put back around the hard drive. Pretty pleased with myself, it all works fine now. Thankyou.
Bought your battery. Struggled a bit with opening the iPod but persisted. Wasn't really that hard but needs a bit of patience. After opening, the rest was easy but worked slowly and carefully while using this video as guide and with some stops and plays to make sure I was doing everything correctly and not ruin my iPod. Now my overworked 2005 iPod works just as well as when I first bought it. Thank you!
I very much agree that this video makes the process look deceptively easy. It was not! It became very obvious to me that the case in the video had been opened before.The plastic pry tools were ineffective at best and one was very chewed up by the time I finished...about 2 hours. I had purchased the iSesamo metal pry tools by Newertech and both those were slightly bent by the time I finished. I have NEVER had a worse case-opening experience than this. The pristine look of the case is gone and it does not close tightly anymore. There is no way the battery could be pried up so easily, as was indicated in the video, with the plastic tool as shown. Mine was very securely fixed in place. I had to use a long screwdriver to gently pry it up. The actual process of putting the battery back in and connecting it was a breeze...the ONLY part of the replacement process that was easy. In the end, it does work, but the case no longer fits tightly and it is scarred by the process. Knowing what I just went through, I'm not sure I'd do this again.
Try the BEST method.
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@@artman102 thank you for this video!!! very helpful and straight to the point.
My case is all chewed up, and to use metal screwdrivers and all my strength to pry open. Nylon tools wouldn't have budged the case. My battery, however, DID come right off, so apparently our mileage/experiences vary.
This was easy. Took me about 30 minutes. Tips: use heavy guitar picks (1mm nylon) to wedge open case. Concentrate on one side, and the ends. The body will swing open part way, and you can then remove it. Work gently - watch out for other ribbon cables!
Glad it worked out for you!
Yeah, the guitar pick is always handy for anything Apple-related (iPod case prying, MacBook keycap removal, ... )
Got a steal on an Ipod Classic 6th gen for only $99! It is in great shape, however, it doesn't hold a charge for long. Bought the battery with the two tools, gonna install it today, and I honestly can't wait to have my whole music library with me at all times, especially when skating. Hell yes man!
Evan Middlekauff I bought an iPod classic 5th Gen at a local pawn shop for $55. It runs great just needs a new battery. I'm one happy camper.
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I bought 3 ipod 5th gens. A 80 amd two 30gb. I bought them for 1200 php. Which is roughly about 20 usd. Tho all the batteries are dead.
Tonpopo Chan Did you manage to replace the batteries?
You have carried out all electronic and technical procedures correctly and properly. Many TH-camrs can't do anything. They are hobbyists and nothing more. The devices break with them. The video is perfect. Great !
I admit it was tuff going at first. I did it in 15 mins. thank you very much for this video... one happy camper!!!!
+B Lyons II Your welcome. Glad it worked out. Music and audibles for a long time now. Quentin~
I just fixed my 10-year-old iPod Classic with this instruction - super easy and it works!! I already thought I could say goodbye to my old device. Thanks so much for the video!
That iPod was definitely opened before this video, but still shows the correct way to go about it. Didn't bother to order the tools though, took me roughly less than 10 mins with a small putty knife, and a tiny jewelers flat head screwdriver. For me, I keep it in a nice protective case anyways so, wasn't worried much with potential small cosmetic nicks on the plastic edges. Thing has been a beast for years but, can never hold a charge these days. Can't wait to replace my battery now, and have it operate as new again!
Thanks for this tutorial. I managed to change the battery in my 2005 iPod Video 30GB. It worked! It wasn't easy but so glad I succeded. Thanks again!
You're very welcome! We're thrilled to hear that our video helped you successfully replace the battery and get your iPod back up and running. Glad we could assist!
Been awhile and I needed a refresher, fixed my wife's ipod. Thanks!
Very simple east step by step tutorial did it with no complications! Thanks
I've had my iPod for over a decade. That cover over all this time has literally sealed together like molted metal. I highly doubt a few plastic tools will make a hell of difference. ....but I can try I guess. Lol
This is why TH-cam is awesome! Can't wait to work on this project.
Make sure you have a tiny pry bar. The nylon tools just don't cut it.
Robert Findish mission complete 👍🏼
Excellent video! This is straightforward, no soldering involved. 👍👍
Finally was able to revitalize my old iPod, thank you so much for this!
THANK you SO much for the easy to follow directions !!!
I have never done this before and it was a piece of cake to do with your video
Although the plastic tools were to weak. I used one to pry open, but then switched to a nail file to go around and pry the case open
Just finished replacing my battery using the Exacto knife method. Worked OK, but your method I think is better. Of course I didn't see this video until after I completed the task.
I got the backplate off after much struggle. But I just looked this up to see how the ribbon connects. This was perfect. Thanks.
Great instructions, but be careful when putting the plastic tool by the 30 pin port as it’s possible to damage the thin plastic surround
This is advanced? Well, I’m glad of it.
This is why we like to help by including our Install Videos, as it can truly help with making an Advance install a little bit easier.
ok so I just got done putting in the new battery and good god was it a pain to open. the nylon tools that I had are junk. so im glad that I got the iSesamo to open my ipod and it is a must get. it made opening the ipod a lil bit easer. all said and done my ipod is charging and im happy. ill be getting more than 5 mins on battery life. thanks for the video.
Thanks fixed my iPod using your video
It is not that easy. That one must have been opened before
yes... opening it without damaging it (or my fingers) is my problem :-)
it's REALLY stuck
I think it was easy. HOWEVER, there should've been note to be more cautious when removing the battery. I was extra careful, yet didn't know how much the hold switch ribbon cable was stuck to the battery...it broke. Anyhoo, no matter- going to purchase the hold switch/ headphone cable assembly repair kit.
Cheers.
Same thing happened to me. He doesn't tell you that at least ONE of the flex ribbons will be attached to the adhesive holding the battery ----- usually the HOLD switch ribbon which the battery lays on; one that is susre to be epoxied too. When you pry the battery, SNAP goes the HOLD switch flex ribbon since it is epoxied too.
Not fixing mine. Disgusted, I toss everything including the new battery into the trash. Video should be renamed "How to fuck up your IPOD." Otherwise, he need to slow down and explain the presence of the other ribbons, where the lay, and to not to apply force against the battery if any of its adhesion is attached to a flex ribbon. And, it's always attached to the hold switch ribbpn
Thorkild, I replaced the battery in my 160gb ipod about a month ago, and while this guy left out a couple of small but necessary steps, the "kit" I got failed almost immediately. The plastic snapped on both of them, so I used a couple of jewelers style screwdrivers. I got it apart, but it isn't pretty. You can see all the spots where I was prying to open it, but fortunately, it did go back together and is working great. If I remember correctly, you are supposed to slide the little button at the top into the locked position first, and you have to gently push down on a button where the cable is attached to free the old one. When you install the new one, like he said, push the thing down to lock it in place. I'm a 59yo grandma, and if I can do it, I think most people will be able to, but watch more than one video before starting. That should help put the process in order for you. I have 2 more ipods I'm going to change batteries on but I have better tools this time. A nice little kit I found in tools at Walmart last week. You're right, that one had already been taken apart. It's not that easy the first time as you've found out.
How long would the battery last
This is a helpful video. I've just replaced my battery in an iPod Classic and it was hard work. The case shredded the tools that came with the battery. I had to resort to using a pen-knife screwdriver to pry open the case. The case has gone back on but it's a bit warped. The iPod is still working, which is the main thing.
The best and clearest video of a battery change on the ipod, well done.
Thanks this was helpful. I used a really thin screwdriver and ran it round the edge a couple of times to loosen it up which made the rest of the job a lot easier.
Good luck to everyone else trying to do this - you've got to be brutal in some places. It's more about where you position the screwdriver that makes it easy.
I am an aviation mechanic and this removing this case is way harder that it looks. The case becomes damaged/distorted and there will be nicks and scratches on the edges by the time you get done.
I don't think Apple designed these to be opened and have their battery replaced. I just bought a 30GB iPod Classic (seems like a 2005 model) for my bedridden mom to have some music. It seems the battery has never been replaced, 17 years is a good service life, even Apple will wonder why this iPod has not been discarded.
I tried disconnecting the battery just like this video. I was very gentle and the whole plug connector pulled out lol!!! Now I gotta figure out if it can be snapped it back in - reconnect it.
Killer soundtrack.
I’ve done a couple of the 5th generation iPods without much trouble, the classics I broke and bent all my tools and still couldn’t get it apart, 1st time I decided not to try further for not wanting to damage it
I agree tried too open mine I couldn't
Tip for anyone attempting this....Don't! The plastic tools are complete garbage and the tips will break off almost immediately. Then, when you resort to a slim flat edge screwdriver you are guaranteed destroy the back cover and the front casing because Apple made these in such a way to "INSURE" that nobody is going to "STEAL" their designs. Apple doesn't want you inside their products. The tutorial here makes it look easy as eating a slice of chocolate cake, but it's absolutely not. It practically takes a jack hammer to pry the back cover off and to break the adhesive holding the battery in place. Apple purposely put a ribbon cable under the battery so that when you remove the battery, the ribbon cable will break off in two sections and your Ipod is now perfectly prepared for the E-Waste bin.
Thank you, this helped me. It is a little nerve-wracking, but with a bit of patience and luck, my old 120GB Classic is playing like new. I had purchased a little kit of tools like carbon, plastic and metal spudgers and that came in handy, and the battery was only $5, so under $15, and I'll use the tools again, no doubt.
Where did you get the battery?
I am wondering the same as marissa aguiniga - where did you happen to get the battery?
This background song sounds like an elevator version of Toe to Toe by Streetlight Manifesto.
I love the background music :) It reminds me of a David Firth video.
this case was obviously opened before. Their is a metal tool that you can deactivate the Clips that hold down the casing by Pressing down but not pry!
Tried this with the plastic tools and gave up, took a deep breath and tried it again with a pocket knife and no gloves, gave up before something bad happens, then tried a very small flat head screw driver and guitar picks, came right up. Easy to take out the old expanded battery, but ended up breaking the ribbon cable retainer because it is welded to body, the instruction say to lift it out a little. Time to get a new ipod
This was so easy thanks
Took me 15 minutes thank you !!!
Awesome video. Helps a bunch
lol I had to use so much force to get it open that it got bent and the cover won't snap back on
I've been using my iPod Video 30GB (5th gen) for a solid 13 years. Battery is showing signs of fatigue. Just got a new battery off Amazon. You know what? I think I'll have it installed by a professional, pay the labour and be a happy bunny.
Nexus Achiles But it's impossible to find anyone who could replace it!!! I asked in phone repair shops and no one would do it!
@@diana-cy4kj When the time comes, I intend on showing them this video or similar and ask them if they can do it. Chinese shops are the best, they never say no where I live.
Nexus Achiles I see...
The iPod video is really easy to open just get an isesamo tool to open it and go around the iPod not putting too much force the rest is easy as well just watch a few videos.
Joe Blow Does iPod video have those pesky clips ( like iPod Classic does )?
With the battery change it is necessary to add the replacement of the upper and lower cover that will inexorably be both damaged by the opening.
When buying the battery, remember to buy the lids too.
Does anyone know reliable sellers who sell good batteries that last like the originals?
I do not want to find myself after a few months to repeat another substitution.
I can't open it :(
The video shows the box already open when the plastic pry tool is run along the side. Fingers intact and no cus words emitted. Somethings not right here.
Just got your battery and removed the old battery. however part of the ribbon cable, going to the hold switch broke. Going to check out your site to see if you all carry the hold switch/headphone jack cable-assembly.
They don't.
Anyone using an iPod classic in 2021? Just dug my old one out of a closet and was considering reviving it.
Thank you
Very easy. Thank you.
jean moten Was it really easy?
Firstly. The glue round the edge is so hard I broke the white plastic rim. Then the meal casing and the blastocyst tools broke it’s not that easy. Messed my I pod up. And I can repair most things
Always replace the back after opening
Dislike. No way they opened the ipod like that. I'm just about destroying mine to get it open as we speak. Even the exacto knife guy is using one that has to have been opened a couple times.
Your ipod will not look brand new after this. The sides are going to be bent, scratched on the side, wont close like it used to like. But it works.
Exactly my experience. Very frustrating!
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why why why why why did you put in that background music?
MacSales. com I liked the music
MacSales.com Something that isn't so "bouncy" and cheerful would be nice, but I wouldn't want to hear Amazing Grace either. Something from the 70's through the 90's would probably work for most because of the age range of people who will be doing this to their own ipod.
Truth in advertising, I guess. On the 160 GB iPod I have, I wrecked both pry tools on the first step, and was left trying to get the pieces out of my iPod (after scratching the case).
So...little trouble with Part 1...what happens when you bend the metal backing and rip off the hold button...?
Hi ...
Is the iPod video 30gb battery the same as the ipod classic 160gb?
Did you ever get this question answered?
2:22 My battery broke when I did that!!
I brought a new Battery on E-Bay.
Do you do actual battery replacement? My iPod's old battery doesn't hold a charge for longer than a half hour or so. And that is after charging for more than 12 hours.
Thank u so much
Will replacing the battery erase all the music that is on the hard drive?
great video,
Mmm don't do what I did... somehow the same prying action pulled off the face and so I was staring at the data board and wheel with no access to the back. I had to put it together again and pay close attention to where to pry. Provided tools turned to mush quick but a manicure set did the trick. $20 thrift store iPod brought to life wahoo!
Bonus- Last person's music collection ha ha...
Video is outdated my ipod is like 10 years old pretty much impossible to open
where do u get the battery from ?
I bought mine on Ebay for $7.70 & free shipping
www.ebay.com/itm/Battery-for-iPod-Video-5th-Gen-5-Generation-60GB-80GB-A1136-TOOL/332602920361?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Hi guys. After breaking all the plastic tools in the fitting kit and resorting to the metal ones I eventually managed to fit the replacement battery to my Classic 80GB, although bought from a different source. But there was no charge apparent on fitting and after charging overnight still no charge! Is this just a faulty battery, or am I missing something? Any ideas would be appreciated, thanks.
Great video but definitely didn't take 30 minutes. I did it in well under 10.
euvi85 You must be some kind of genius...
Where do you buy the tool kit with the nylon prying tools
What kind of Ipod have you been using in the video? I've got an Ipod Classic from 2009 and I am not sure if it is the thin or the thick version, because of the battery?
is the battery the same in the ipod classic 7 generation?
I did it I pod says low battery been charging for about 24 hours new battery must be bad
I have an 80gb ipod Classic from 2007 and the original battery has 3.7v written on it, what is the correct replacement mAh do I require ? I see them listed 580mAh and 650mAh for the classic 80gb or does it matter which one ?
Ummm where do I get these "plastic tools" to do the job ? ? ?
The video cuts at 1:18 and does not show them transitioning from opening the bottom to opening the side. That is where you're going to get stuck.
I found that the nylon pry tools that were included with the OWC kit were not of sufficient quality to actually pry the case apart at the bottom corners. I tried sliding them around and they fell apart. At this point I am stuck and have ordered a kit of pry tools from another vendor. I hope that when they arrive I will be able to continue the installation.
I thought they're using Li ion not Li Polymer?
It is certainly not easy like is showed in this video, the plastic tools are worthless, and some precautions should’ve been mentioned when working near the screen, mine broke, yes I know, it was me, but still should be mentioned. I ended up being able to replace the battery, but now my iPod is all beat up around the edges. If there is a place where they can do this professionally, I recommend you take it there.
I just the battery. The contents on my ipod will still be okay?
Thanks! I am so excited to hear my ipod again!
My ipod just died. It's a gen7, I think 160gb. It has 2007 on the back I bought it new many years ago. Where can can I get a new battery? I live in Canada. Will they ship there?
@@poweredbyowc OH NO!
How do you know the difference between Gen 6 and Gen 7?
I almost messed up the charging port after following this video. Better to start on the side with a sharp object instead of these plastic tools.
Misleading video. Impossible to lift from that bottom thin strip of metal without damaging it.
That was my point. You can lift the battery without breaking the hold switch flex ribbon. But, you need to be told that it is there, AND that is will be glued to the battery like the batter is to the case.
You misunderstood my comment - I'm talking about removing the back case
- it can't be done as demonstrated without damaging the thin metal strip above the 30 pin port. I tried - it's bent out of shape already and the case didn't budge...but thanks for the tip. There is an Apple repair shop in the mall - $20 to replace the battery that I provide - they can do it for me.
My ipod is 2 years old now, or just over, and today it just died, I've tried charging it but nothing (it was charged anyway) do we think this is a problem with the battery or something else? My previous one (both are 160g) lasted over 5 years without a problem
hey, thanks for such a quick response! :) yea I'm not too good at repairing things so I'll take your advice and take it to a proper apple repairing place :), it's a funny thing it just went dead when I was in the shop :), tried the reboot but nothing. Thanks for the advice and nice video, if I was more confident I'd copy you step by step :)
perfect
If the ribbon cable retainer itself pops out, is that the end of my ipod?
That's what just happened to me. Wish I had been more careful there! Think its dead.
Hi, I have several questions actually. I'm from Bosnia and have an iPod classic which I purchased from an authorized store. It seems that my iPod's battery is dead. The display shows the message connect to power but when I connect it to my laptop, it doesn't show up, which used to happen in the past if the battery was completely drained of power. I tried recharging it using the cable and the 10W adapter for which they say it can be used to recharge iPod classic. Not working either.
So I tried the store where I had bought it, in 2009 or 2010, they said that they cannot get the new battery and replace it because iPod Classic is no longer made, so they cannot order a replacement battery. The only solution I have is to replace the battery myself.
Now my question is, since I live in Bosnia, is there a seller on ebay that is selling new and original iPod classic batteries.
I simply cannot give it up. I love listening to audiobooks, I use the iPod to listen to music when I drive or exercise but to be honest purchasing a new iPod touch/nano isn't an option, simply because they have smaller memory and I like my old iPod, it's like a pet, or a good old friend.
So anyone please, do you know a seller on ebay selling new (unused) and original iPod classic replacement batteries?
I've already got in touch with your customer service people and they told me that there is no way that they ship that battery due to shipping restrictions. :-(
Even if a company ordered 100 of them, then there would be import taxes and customs fees to pay, so I'll probably try one of the batteries bought on youtube and pray it works for at least a month.
How do I purchase battery for 160GB iPod?
all u have to do is buy ur self a ssd and then just install it
Good evening! didn't get the sticker from the battery, you need to peel it or not? Thank you!
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Find another video that shows/tells you where the clips are. Opening these things is a lot more difficult than what this video suggests
We am sorry A. Colvin that is not included in the video. This is an older video but we can look into see what we could do.
Thank you!!!
I used three dimes to help separate the case...
In Part 2, where it goes over prying the old battery away from its adhesive to remove it, this video makes it look like doing so is smooth and easy when it actually takes a few minutes of prying AND breezes past the fact that there is an important cable located just under the battery that could easily be mistaken as part of the battery but is actually the Hold Switch cable. Because all the video says is "gently but firmly" and "being careful of the cables", I tore my Hold Switch cable.. Now I've got to order, wait, and replace that. Very annoying. Be more responsible with your "guides".
I also tore the Hold switch cable, will the ipod work without this cable hooked up?
where can i purchase the tool kit???
thank u very much!
It's literally impossible! You will pretty much destroy your iPod
Doesn't explain how the metal clips work, you can't just pry around it, you have to slide something down along the sides to push the clips down and then you can pry the device apart. Very poor directions.
hey, do you know of any reason for my ipod video to freeze while playing music? can the hdd be causing that? also the battery is draining quick.
MacSales. com i think its starting to fail because its far from full, ill do the flash storage upgrade i saw on your channel and the battery, thank you.
MacSales. com hey, i have another question; is it possible to swap the thick ipod 5.5 back case with a slim ipod 6 or 7 gen back case? because im going to do the iflash sd card mod so i was wondering if a slimmer ipod 6 gen back case would fit.
Trashed my ipod following this video...the flat glued down cable came out with the battery and snapped
My cable was also stuck very tightly to the battery and snapped. Now I need to find someone who can fix that. I have too many songs on this iPod to give it up.
yea the battery your taking out is easy to lift this one is stuck to the body
It's not that easy , believe me...