How to Repair an iPod Battery
- 1). Try to determine how long your iPod can hold a charge for. This will make it easier to verify whether its a battery issue or if the iPod is just suffering from old age. A new iPod (one- to two-years-old) should be able to go hours without needing a charge. If you have an estimate of how long your iPod's battery life is, you will also be able to give a repair technician better insight into the problem.
- 2). Compare the battery life estimate to the battery life indicator on the iPod screen. The juice bar is not always accurate and Apple is constantly making an effort to improve this with their iPod software updates. If you fully charge your iPod and the battery meter still says you're low once the device is unplugged, the problem is likely with the meter and not the iPod. See how long your iPod holds the charge in comparison to what the battery meter tells you before taking further action.
- 3). Contact Apple online or visit an Apple store near you (see resources below) to have your iPod looked at if the battery is still giving you trouble. On the Apple site, you can schedule a phone call appointment with a tech specialist or locate a store in your area to schedule a one-on-one meeting. If you are still under the one-year warranty, you will not be charged for repairs.
