Do you own a discontinued iPod Nano or iPod Shuffle? You can now flog one of the retro gadgets for a HUGE profit
Apple has now stopped making its famous music players - meaning anybody who owns one could be sitting on a goldmine
IT MIGHT make you feel very old to hear that Apple's iPod Shuffle and iPod Nano, which launched 12 years ago, have been killed off.
But if you were lucky enough to purchase one the first time around you might be able to make a tidy profit.
Smartphones are some of the most common products that sell for a high price online, with old models of iPhones and Samsung Galaxies regularly selling for hundreds of pounds.
But the Apple iPods which are gathering dust in your home could make you a bit richer too.
Some will get you little more than a tenner - but others might fetch up to hundreds or even thousands.
It's all down to the condition, the generation of the model and the amount of storage it holds.
So collect up your old gadgets and cross-check them against this guide to see if you can rake it in.
How much can you get for your iPod shuffle?
There were four generations of the iPod shuffle.
The first launched in 2005 and is one of the most valuable models.
You could get around £200 for a boxed version, or around £85 for one in good condition with all the charging cables.
The second generation appears to go for the least amount on marketplaces like eBay.
But you could get yourself up to £40 - almost half of its original cost.
- First generation: Sealed and with a high amount of storage (500MB and over) you could get £200 for the gadget.
- Second generation: Devices in good condition are selling for around between £15 and £90 on eBay although (PRODUCT) RED editions have been known to fetch up to £400.
- Third generation: The hard-to-find third version of the music players sell for around £150 and appear to be rarer than the other models.
- Fourth generation: Previous top bids reached £250 for the most recent version of the Shuffle, but you're more likely to get around £80 for one in perfect condition.
How much can you get for your iPod Nano?
We've seen six generations of iPod Nanos from Apple but they suffered the same fate as the Shuffle, with the last one rolling off the production line this month.
Again, some versions are worth more than others.
- First generation: Mint condition and packaged could get you £200
- Second generation: Upwards of £20
- Third generation: Upwards of £50 with new versions going for £200
- Fourth generation: Red versions should get you at least £100 if they are in good condition and with the box but normal colours will get upwards of £30
- Fifth generation: Again, the limited edition Red versions fetch upwards of £100
- Sixth generation: Top price is around £250 but others go for £130-£150
- Seventh generation: You're unlikely to get the market price of £149 as they're still available in high street shops like Argos
What can I get for the first iPod?
The iPod classic was launched in 2002 and the first generation - in mint condition and with at least 5GB of memory - are listed for sale at £9,000.
We've even spotted promo flyers for the gadget selling for £20 on eBay.
Other iterations will get you between £40-£150.
You might want to have a clear out to see what other golden gizmos you have collecting dust in your home.
Gaming gadgets including PlayStations and Xbox consoles could get you a pretty penny or two.
And old PC monitors and digital cameras are selling like hotcakes.
Top tips for selling on eBay:
Murray Lambell, Senior Director, UK Trading at eBay's guide to selling with ease
Do your research – Find out what your items are worth on eBay and make sure that you’re pricing your item to sell – as one of the easiest ways to put customers off is overpricing. Pricing competitively is a key factor for making a sale.
Key words and relevancy – Make sure you include the brand name in the title – as this will help catch the buyer’s attention. Your listing title should be clear and relevant and always spelt correctly. A good description is also important to helping buyers find out everything they need about the product and reassuring them before a purchase.
Take good pictures – A good picture speaks a thousand words. Including multiple photos from different angles of your product is a good idea. Clean white backgrounds are a safe choice and be sure to show any tags and packaging.
Honesty and communication – Be honest. Complete clarity concerning any marks and scratches from the start means a happy customer. Answer questions from buyers as quickly and as professionally as you can. A good line of communication will help buyers trust you and buy with confidence.
Shipping – It’s a good idea to offer your item with free shipping. Many electronic items are small enough to be shipped inexpensively, so it’s a great way to make buying from you that much more attractive. It could also help target buyers who filter their searches to see only items with free shipping.
Encourage feedback – Customer feedback is essential as it lets other people know that you are a reputable seller and encourages others to buy tech, including refurbed. Always encourage a happy customer to feedback on your service.
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