How to Calibrate an iPod Battery

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Charge the battery to full capacity.

   Simply plug in the iPod until the battery icon is full.
   
   Depending on model, age, use, and other factors, this may take a few hours to a day or more.
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   Step 2: Completely drain the iPod to empty.

   This will rid the battery of any "old" power still left in it from the last time you charged it. ,, There *may* be a slight difference in the amount of time it took to fully charge last time. ,, There should be a significant change in the amount of time it takes to charge you iPod.
   
   This means you are essentially putting more power in to your iPod. ,
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   Step 3: Wait 5-10 minutes before doing anything else to your iPod.

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   Step 4: Charge the battery to full again.

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   Step 5: Drain the battery once again.

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   Step 6: Recharge the battery another time.

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   Step 7: Repeat a few times until you have revitalized as much power to your iPod as possible.

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