Apple announces replacement program for iPod nano (1st gen)

Apple has announced an replacement program for the first generation iPod nano following potential safety risks that have arisen due to issues with overheating.

This issue has been traced to a single battery supplier that produced batteries with a manufacturing defect. While the possibility of an incident is rare, the likelihood increases as the battery ages.Apple recommends that you stop using your iPod nano (1st gen) and follow the process noted below to order a replacement unit, free of charge.Note: This battery issue is specific to the iPod nano (1st gen) and does not affect any other iPod.

Apple has posted a support page detailing the replacement process. Link below.

Source: iPod nano (1st generation) Replacement Program via @daveizzle

Rene Ritchie is one of the most respected Apple analysts in the business, reaching a combined audience of over 40 million readers a month. His YouTube channel, Vector, has over 90 thousand subscribers and 14 million views and his podcasts, including Debug, have been downloaded over 20 million times. He also regularly co-hosts MacBreak Weekly for the TWiT network and co-hosted CES Live! and Talk Mobile. Based in Montreal, Rene is a former director of product marketing, web developer, and graphic designer. He's authored several books and appeared on numerous television and radio segments to discuss Apple and the technology industry. When not working, he likes to cook, grapple, and spend time with his friends and family.