Apple iPod

The iPod was the next best digital device; a breakthrough for music lovers everywhere. Its sleek design and promise of quality sound had people lining up for a piece of the action. By 2007, the company had sold over 100 million devices, and it was reported that even Obama enjoyed a good workout session with his iPod.

After giving one to Queen Elizabeth as a gift, the inception of the iPhone made savvy tech consumers realize that the newer device could meet all of their music needs–and perform hundreds of other functions. Once it was determined that the iPod was no longer needed, only staunchly loyal users continued to keep their music and their other tech affairs separate. Apple announced in May of 2022 that they were discontinuing the device, much to many users’ sadness.