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iPod Help and iPhone Help

iPods and iPhones are easy to use and powerful, but sometimes things go a little wrong. Whether it's a system freeze or problems downloading songs you've bought, you'll find out here how to solve these problems and get back to the music.
Downloadable iPod Touch Manual
These days, companies tend to offer downloadable PDF manuals that we can print if we want or store on our hard drives. This is the case with Apple’s iPod touch, which comes with a little documentation, but not a robust user guide.
Apple iPod Shuffle Manuals for Every Model
In this computer age, it's not uncommon to not get printed manuals for our products. That's true with the iPod Shuffle. Luckily, these manuals are available as downloadable PDFs. Here's your guide to identifying which model you have and the getting the correct manual for your Shuffle.
iPod nano Users Manual
In our digital age, it's more and more common to not get printed manuals for our products. That's true with the iPod nano. Luckily, these manuals are available as downloadable PDFs. Here's your guide to identifying which model you have and the getting the correct manual for your nano.
How to Reboot or Restart a Frozen iPod touch
Using an iPod touch is usually a pretty smooth process. But from time to time, you’ll find that an app crashes and locks the iPod or that the touch freezes up completely.
Why Do iPod touch Software Updates Cost Money?
Owners of an iPod touch know something that few other iPod or iPhone owners know unless they pay very close attention when Apple releases new software for these devices: major software upgrades that are free to iPhone users cost US$10-$20 for iPod touch owners. The question many iPod touch owners ask is: why?
Where to Buy iPhone Insurance
For small, expensive, often-dropped devices like cell phones, insurance is becoming an increasingly common add-on purchase. With the iPhone being one of the hottest phones on the market, many people are looking for iPhone insurance from Apple or AT&T. There's just one problem.
Preventing iPod Theft: Tips to Avoid Having Your iPod Stolen
IPods are among the most attractive items for the thieves. Here are some tips to help you avoid iPod theft, prevent iPod theft, and generally make sure that your iPod stays yours.
Resetting/Restarting a Frozen Third Generation iPod nano
When your brand-new third-generation iPod nano freezes and stops responding, it can be frustrating. Luckily, unfreezing it is fairly simple.
Resetting/Restarting a frozen iPod Video
A step-by-step guide to resetting or restarting a frozen iPod video.
Resetting/Restarting a frozen iPod Nano
A step-by-step guide to resetting or restarting a frozen iPod nano.
Resetting/Restarting a frozen iPod Shuffle
A step-by-step guide to resetting or restarting a frozen iPod shuffle.
Resettng/Restarting a frozen Clickwheel iPod/iPod Photo
A step-by-step guide to resetting or restarting a frozen clickwheel iPod/iPod Photo.
Resetting/Restarting a frozen iPod Mini
A step-by-step guide to resetting or restarting a frozen iPod mini.
Resetting/Restarting a frozen 1st/2nd Generation iPod
A step-by-step guide to resetting or restarting a frozen first or second generation iPod.
Basic iPod Troubleshooting
If you're having trouble with your iPod, check out these quick tips from our sister site, macs.about.com.
Test Your Knowledge: iPod Trivia Quiz
Think you know everything there is to know about the iPod, iPhone, and iTunes? Try this iPod trivia quiz on for size and test your knowledge against that of your friends and family
Suggestion Your Own iPod Trivia Quiz Questions - iPhone trivia
Stump your friends and family with trivia questions about the iPod, iPhone, and iTunes.
iPod Repair Video Tutorials
iPodHowToVideo.com will show the technically inclined among you how to do your own iPod repairs, such as replacing screens and batteries. Be advised that doing these repairs yourself will void warranties and could fry iPods, but if you're able, or a real tinkerer, this could be the site for you.

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