A quick guide to iPod Battery for your iPod Nano 8GB

iPod battery life is an issue to most iPod users. Users say that an iPod battery degrades over a period of time and is not easily replaceable. This contention has merit, because, although the iPod battery can be recharged hundreds of times, it does lose power over 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 make the iPod Nano 8GB to be a disposable digital audio player? No. The iPod Nano 8GB was designed to last a good, long, while.

As with all lithium based batteries, the iPod battery will not usually last more than two years. As expected, after a few hundred charges, a lithium battery wears 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. The situation this dilemma created caused untold frustration to iPod Nano 8GB users, who were quickly offered an substitute by 3rd party manufacturers who agreed to either replace the iPod battery or sell users a do it yourself kit. Some users would prefer not to mess with changing the iPod battery and instead, ship their iPod Nano 8GB to Apple 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.

Do not leave your iPod Nano 8GB inside a car. You should never expose your iPod Nano 8GB to direct sunlight. When unattended, click the Pause. When leaving the room, press the hold button to pause your iPod Nano 8GB.

iPod will continue to play if left playing until the iPod battery drains out. Make it a habit to turn off your iPod Nano 8GB when you’re not using it to conserve battery power. Only use the back lighting feature when you really need it.

Constantly using back lighting will drain your battery faster than anything. Turn off back lighting when you don’t need it. You can do this by choosing Settings then Back light Timer, then Off. Most people don’t realize that even when their iPod Nano isn’t in use, the battery is still active.

While your iPod Nano 8GB is sleeping, the battery is still fully awake, and loses a small amount of current. While you will not be able to stop the draining of your iPod battery, you can slow it down by storing your iPod at room temperature. By being proactive, you can enjoy the maximum life your battery has to offer.

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