# Apple Says The iPod Nano Is Officially Dead: Here's Are The Best Alternatives

> Portable music players like Apple's iPod Nano seem like a thing of the past, but some companies are still producing solid alternatives.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1683783/best-ipod-nano-alternatives/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6787fc25e843c36d657f0f60)
- **Published:** 2025-01-15
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #apple #alternatives #ipod #nano #dead #officially #says #companies
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