If you happen to have an old iPod tucked away in storage, it might be worth considering giving it a second life by listing it for sale on an auction platform. It seems that Apple enthusiasts are rediscovering the charm of this iconic device, offering a distraction-free music experience unlike that of modern smartphones.
Recent data from eBay indicates a significant surge in the demand for old iPods, with searches increasing by over 20% last year. Particularly, searches for the iPod Classic spiked by an impressive 25% year-on-year, with the term “iPod” being searched more than 1,200 times per hour on eBay globally in 2025.
eBay has reported notable increases in the average sales prices of certain iPod models by global users in 2025 compared to 2023, including:
– iPod Nano 3rd generation: Over 60%
– iPod 3rd generation: Over 50%
– iPod Nano 4th generation: Over 45%
– iPod Classic 6th generation: Over 40%
If you own any of these mentioned iPod models gathering dust, it might be worth exploring the possibility of selling them, as current listings on eBay show some models fetching prices well above £100.
The trend of retro technology is not limited to Apple devices, as there is a growing interest in vintage tech such as turntables, cassette players, and Walkman-style devices experiencing a resurgence in popularity.
A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE iPOD
The iconic iPod, introduced by Apple in October 2001, promised to put “1,000 songs in your pocket.” It revolutionized how people purchased, organized, and enjoyed music by integrating seamlessly with Apple’s iTunes software. While early models featured mechanical scroll wheels and hard drives, later iterations like the Nano became more compact and lightweight.
The iPod played a vital role in Apple’s success and played a significant part in transitioning the music industry to digital distribution. Despite the evolution of smartphones leading to the discontinuation of the iPod in 2022, its legacy lives on, leaving a lasting cultural impact on music enthusiasts worldwide.
