Sep 02, 2011 older nano models have the stopwatch and other timerelated functions in the extras menu. The current and final version of the ipod software for this device is 1. Earlier today, apple announced a new ipod nano model, which will ship with an updated version of its software preinstalled. Clock face allows you to display your favourite picture as the clock face. If youre just using your ipod nano for music, youre missing out. This new ipod nano software will include new clock faces, new fitness features, and a refreshed user interface with bigger icon navigation. When you connect the ipod nano 6th gen to your computer, itunes opens automatically. Apple released a software update for ipod nano 6g apple has released a software update for the existing ipod nano 6g. Sure, the nano got a builtin pedometer, bigger icons and a 18 different clockface designs, but hardwarewise, it hasnt changed. These functions are primarily desired by those wishing to use the nano as a wrist watch. After it was released the number of watch band accessories skyrocketed.
Initially mentioned at an apple special event with a wink from steve jobs, the idea of using the prior square ipod nano as a wristwatch quickly took off with some people, and wristbands quickly became the primary accessory for the new device. There are now 18 clock faces for the ipod nano including kermet, mickey and minnie mouse as well as some digital faces and even faces with moving gears. Sep 14, 2018 apple doesnt release updates to the operating system that powers the ipod as often as it does for the iphone. Find the software version on your iphone, ipad or ipod. It seems apple has brought back the faith in the dying wrist watch accessories for its little touchscreen enabled ipod nano. The ipod nano is a portable media player designed and formerly marketed by apple inc. If you have the 6th generation like me, and you look in chapter 9 on page 44, you will find that there are 18 clock faces already in the nano. Ipod nano 1st generation custom alienware firmware. All 17 new ipod nano watch faces exposed idownloadblog. The ipod nano that i used for this tutorial is the first generation 1gb ipod nano running firmware 1. As you can see, anytrans for ios can help you put music on ipod easily and quickly. Soon thereafter, when apples aapl updated the ipod nano firmware that incorporated clock faces i thought this would be the future of.
Now itunes will start downloading ipod software version 1. Downloads mp3 files off of ipod into a designated folder. In fact, if you already have last years nano, you can get all. Restoration software to unerase corrupted movie clips lost audio from apple series ipod like ipod shuffle, ipod nano, ipod mini, ipod hifi and first to fifth generation ipod. The ipod nano does not have the capabilities externally or internally to do the things you want to do with it. Oct 04, 2011 apple has released a software update for the existing 6th generation ipod nano that brings a new icon size, fitness features, and additional clock faces.
Oct 05, 2011 on the software side, the nano now has bigger interface icons, a builtin pedometer app, and. Find the software version on your iphone, ipad, or ipod. Current ipod nano 6g owners can now download the 1. Download manuals for all ipod nano models lifewire. Sure, the nano got a builtin pedometer, bigger icons and a 18 different clockface designs, but hardwarewise, it hasnt \\ software update turns old ipod nano into new ipod nano wired. The new clock faces are just icing on the cake for an already solid product.
On ipod nano 3rd or 4th generation and ipod classic, press the center button twice on the about screen to see the software version. I took apart the firmware, and were pretty much at the same problem. The watch face is one of the new varieties available in the 2011 ipod nano software update. Renew your old ipod nano with some software mods howto. You would need almost every file from an ipod touch to even come close to the features of an ipod touch. Introducing the new 18 clock faces for ipod nano apartment. Why i stopped wearing my ipod nano as a watch gigaom. Im still unconvinced about the nano s practicality as a watchits bulgy fixed metal clip and battery drain being two big problems with conceptbut now you can have mickey or minnie mouse on your wrist if you want. It can easily convert almost all kinds of dvd movies to ipod video mp4, mp4 avc and ipod audio mp3. Apr 22, 2020 connect with your ipod nano or shuffle click dropdown menu at the top click on itunes library option choose music you need click the send to idevice button.
Youll be a pro at using your ipod nano s hidden tricks after watching this helpful howto video. Apple updates existing 6th generation ipod nano with new. You guys are better off getting an iphone or an ipod touch than you are wasting your time on a nano. Now enjoy ipod nano 6 th generation with cool new features. Once itunes completes updating firmware, your ipod nano will reboot.
To keep up with the smart use of the nano, the device will now come preloaded with 16 different clock faces. The slideshow clock provides functions not otherwise available to the ipod nano. Press the menu button multiple times until the main menu appears. The folks over at macsig explain how you can use your ipod as an alarm clock and awake to your favorite music step 1. But any time it does release an ipod software update, you should install it. If youve got a narrow, tall nano in a color other than black or white, chances are pretty high its a 2nd gen. From apples press release ipod nano now features larger icons for even easier navigation of its intuitive multitouch. Display a loved one, pet, cool car or your best picture in. Apple drops ipod nano price, adds new watch faces gadgetmac. How to put muisc on ipod nano open music and add successfully.
These include the ability to navigate with large icons displayed one at a time, a choice of 18 different clock face designs, and the ability to track your steps, distance, pace, and time while exercising, without the need for a separate shoe sensor or receiver. Clock face is the best personalised clock app out there today. Apple updates software for 6th gen ipod nano macworld. Always on, never sleep, constant clock face display. You still have to navigate on the ipod face, so pressing ipod buttons makes you worry youre going to break off the connector since there is zero support. The original ipod nano 6th gen only had a black face and a white face for the clock. Weve got closeup looks at each one in a gallery below the jump, along with a roundup of our favorite watchband accessories. Oct 08, 2019 to find software version installed on your device, go to settings general, then tap about. I dont see apple getting rid of the ipod nano line any time soon. To find software version installed on your device, go to settings general, then tap about.
If youve yet to download the latest ipod nano firmware on your. Apple went allin on the nano watch with a software update adding a stack of clock faces, the units sold really well then apple cancelled it in 2012. Learn how to turn the apple ipod nano into a usable digital watch by changing a setting that will make the clock face appear as soon as you tap the wake button. The thirdgeneration nano featured a 2inch 51 mm qvga 320 x 240 screen and a shorter, wider, heavier design, with new colors.
If you have the 6th generation like me, and you look in chapter 9 on page 44, you will find that there are 18 clock faces already in. The new ipod nano now comes with a slew of 16 new clock faces that will make wearing your new iwatch that much more better. With the ipod nano apple added additional clock faces. Its perfect for running and other forms of exercise, and it works similar to the iphone and the ipod touch.
Att ipod mini ersattes med ipod nano gav macintosh. On october 4, 2011, apple unveiled a new version of this ipod nano, but it is identical including identifiers apart from updated software with larger icons, new digital clock faces, and easier fitness tracking and a lower price. In this video i demo the brand new ipod nano 7g 6g software update. The company has just released ipod software update version 1. A cynic would say the new model doesnt offer any advantages for existing ipod owners, but the slightly lower price tag and extra features mean that we continue to think of the ipod. Whats new with the 2011 ipod nano and ipod touch digital. Jul 14, 2012 clock face is the best personalised clock app out there today. Oct 07, 2011 apple is embracing its mp3 players new life as a wristband time keeper, and the new ipod nano as revealed at tuesdays muchhyped iphone event comes stocked with 18 builtin clock faces. Touch the screen to hear a description of the item under your finger, then doubletap, drag, or flick to control ipod nano. The software version of your device should appear on this screen. Once it completes the download process and will initial the ipod nona software update process. Watch this ipod tutorial video to find out about the sleep timer, alarm clock, and more.
Apple has also issued an updated firmware for ipod nano 6th generation and by. How to update ipod nano 6th generation to firmware 1. Can i change the clock on the 6th gen nano to digital. Oct 05, 2011 i have to say, i really like the ipod nano. To view all the interesting information about your ipod nano, such as the. Oct 04, 2011 ipod nano now features larger icons for even easier navigation of its intuitive multitouch user interface, and you can choose from 16 new digital clock faces, ranging from classic analog looks to your favorite disney characters including mickey mouse and minnie mouse. Apple has released a software update for the existing 6th generation ipod nano that brings a new icon size, fitness features, and additional clock faces. Oct 05, 2011 the release of updated ipod nano firmware 1. Voiceover ipod nano features voiceover, the worlds first gesturebased screen reader. A software update to my watch terry whites tech blog. New ipod nano features available to 2010 model via.
The update also updated the builtin fitness feature to make it. Replaces ipod generated song names with actual artisttitle. For those of you who love to rock their ipod nano as a watch, though, the announcement of a ton of new watch faces was probably your highlight of the keynote. On your ipod, ipod classic, ipod nano, or ipod mini. How to set the time and date on your ipod nano dummies. One area in which the ipod nano has taken a marked step down is in clock functionality. New software brings new icon size, fitness features, and additional clock faces. The update also included 16 new clock faces, which included designs like a nixie tube. Users had to repurchase games bought a month before the debut of the new ipod. Yep, steve jobs made an offhand mention during the reveal that one of apples board members wanted to wear his as a watch. The ipod nanos 16 new watch faces are a free upgrade. Software update turns old ipod nano into new ipod nano. The 6th gen nano can now be updated with a software update which introduced the features from the 7th gen, including 16 watch faces, some of which are digital version 1.
The clock app on the ipod touch and iphone includes alarm, stopwatch and timer functions as well as a world clock feature for setting up separate clocks in different time zones for cities around the world. Sure, the nano got a builtin pedometer, bigger icons and a 18 different clock face designs, but hardwarewise, it hasnt \\ software update turns old ipod nano into new ipod nano wired. You dont say which ipod you have i assume a nano, but i dont know which generation, but here is a link to the ipod manuals. The 2nd generation ipod nano looks reasonably similar to the original model, with one big difference. The ipod nano allows users to choose from different clock faces. On the software side, the nano now has bigger interface icons, a builtin pedometer app, and.
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