iPod Touch Released 19 Years Ago Today
The first iPod touch went on general sale on September 14, 2007, nine days after its unveiling by Steve Jobs. The device introduced the iPhone's multi-touch interface, Wi-Fi, and Safari browser to the iPod lineup, though it lacked cellular and camera features. Apple discontinued the product line in 2022 after releasing seven generations of the device.
- ▪The first iPod touch became available for purchase on September 14, 2007.
- ▪The device featured a multi-touch interface, Wi-Fi, and the Safari browser but did not include a camera or cellular capabilities.
- ▪Initial pricing was set at $299 for the 8GB model and $399 for the 16GB model.
- ▪Apple discontinued the iPod touch in 2022 after seven generations.
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| Publication time | Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:17:50 +0000 |
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iPod Touch Released 19 Years Ago TodaySunday September 13, 2026 11:17 pm PDT by Tim HardwickThe first iPod touch went on general sale on September 14, 2007, nine days after Steve Jobs unveiled it at Apple's "The Beat Goes On" media event. The device brought the iPhone's multi-touch interface, Wi-Fi, and Safari browser to the iPod lineup for the first time, but it lacked cellular phone functionality and a camera. iPod touch launched at $299 for 8GB and $399 for 16GB, and was pitched as a pocket-sized way to browse the web and buy music wirelessly through the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store. It went on to see seven generations, before Apple discontinued it in 2022. [ 0 comments ]
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