Apple revives the original iPod as an Apple Music easter egg
Apple has hidden a virtual, playable version of the original iPod on its website as an easter egg to celebrate the device's 25th anniversary. The interactive page features music from the early 2000s and is accessible via specific URL manipulation.
Why it matters
This highlights Apple's strategy of leveraging nostalgia to maintain brand loyalty and engagement with its ecosystem.
If you’ve been feeling nostalgic for your old iPod, you can head over to Apple Music’s 404 page to listen to music on a virtual recreation of the first-generation iPod. The hidden iPod was spotted by users on social media on Friday.
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