Apple announced a battery replacement program on November 14, 2003, a week before a high publicity stunt and website by the Neistat Brothers. The initial cost was US$99, and it was lowered to US$59 in 2005. One week later, Apple offered an extended iPod warranty for US$59. For the iPod Nano, soldering tools are needed because the battery is soldered onto the main board. Fifth generation iPods have their battery attached to the backplate with adhesive. COUNT 7
QSN1 What did Apple launch on November 14, 2003? ANS1 battery replacement program QSN2 How much did iPod owners originally have to pay for replacement batteries? ANS2 $99 QSN3 What was needed to replace an iPod Nano battery? ANS3 soldering tools QSN4 What generation saw iPod batterys being affixed with glue? ANS4 Fifth generation QSN5 In what year did Apple begin a formal battery replacement program? ANS5 2003 QSN6 What was the original price for a replacement battery from Apple? ANS6 $99 QSN7 Which iPod model has its battery soldered into the unit? ANS7 Nano