Interest in old iPods is surging as Apple enthusiasts rediscover the charm of these classic devices, offering uninterrupted music playback free from smartphone distractions. According to eBay, searches for old iPods spiked by over 20% last year, with a remarkable 25% increase in searches for the iPod Classic. Globally, the term “iPod” was searched on eBay more than 1,200 times per hour in 2025.
eBay reports a significant rise in average sales prices for various iPod models in 2025 compared to 2023. The iPod Nano 3rd generation saw over a 60% increase, the iPod 3rd generation over 50%, the iPod Nano 4th generation over 45%, and the iPod Classic 6th generation over 40%.
If you own any of these coveted iPod models lying around unused, it might be worthwhile to consider selling them, as some are fetching prices well above £100 on eBay. This resurgence in interest extends beyond Apple devices, with retro tech like turntables, cassette players, and walkman-style devices also experiencing a revival.
The iPod, introduced by Apple in October 2001 with the promise of “1,000 songs in your pocket,” revolutionized how music was consumed by integrating with iTunes software. Its evolution from models with mechanical scroll wheels and hard drives to smaller, lighter versions like the Nano reshaped the music industry’s digital landscape. Despite being discontinued in 2022 as smartphones took over, the iPod’s cultural impact endures, commemorating an era that transformed music consumption globally.