Apple iPod Nano 3rd Generation 2007 Specs

iPod nano – MA978LL/A – A1236

About This iPod

The Apple iPod nano is also the smallest MP3 player of its generation during its introduction into the market. A click wheel is provided for easy navigation that Apple is known for. It has a colored display and can be considered an upgraded variant of the iPod Mini. It comes in 4 GB or 8 GB variants. The iPod nano is also able to sync with Mac computers and have photos loaded on it. Some other software features included in the iPod are – Screen Lock, stopwatch and a world clock.

Samsung ARM

N/A

4 – 8 GB

24 Hours

Storage & Memory

The iPod nano comes with an unknown amount of onboard RAM but comes with 4 GB and 8 GB options that can take 1000 songs and 2000 songs respectively and can take 13500 or 7000 photos respectively.

Screen Size and Resolution

The iPod nano has a 2 inch 320×240 LCD color display. The display allows users to view images loaded onto the device quite easily.

OS & Processor

The iPod nano has Samsung ARM processors powering its functions.

Battery

The iPod nano has an estimated 24 hours of juice from its Lithium-Ion battery. This estimate mainly constitutes music listening activities with decreased battery life experience while viewing photos.

Connectivity

The iPod nano came with USB sync and charge support and FireWire charge support.

Introduction: September 7, 2005					Discontinued: September 9, 2008
Processors					Memory
					Onboard RAM	N/A
Processor Speed		N/A			Storage
Processor Type		Samsung ARM			Capacity	4 GB, 8 GB
Connectivity Details					Song Capacity	1000, 2000
USB Support				Sync & Charge	Photo Capacity	3500, 7000
FireWire Support				Charge only	Description
Standard Wireless				N/A	Case Type		Handheld
Standard Bluetooth				N/A	Form Factor		iPod nano 3rd Gen
Cell Network				N/A	Housing Color		Colors
Battery Details					Controller		Click Wheel
Battery Type	Lithium Ion				Apple Order Number		MA978LL/A
Battery Life	24 hours (Music)				Apple Subfamily		iPod nano 3rd Gen
Stand by Time	N/A				Apple Model Number		A1236 (EMC 2174)
Operating System and Display					Model ID		N/A
Pre-installed OS			N/A		Camera		None
Maximum OS			N/A		Dimensions		2.75in x 2.06in x 0.26in
Built-in Display			2″ LCD		Average Weight		1.74 oz
Display Resolution			320×240		Mac Support		MacOS X 10.4.8

Identifier reference: MA978LL/A, A1236, EMC 2174. Use these together because one Apple identifier can sometimes cover multiple configurations.

Last reviewed by Techable: August 14, 2024Identifiers checked: order number, A-number, EMC, and model identifier when available.

Model summary

This iPod at a glance

Family: iPod
Order Number: MA978LL/A
Model Number: A1236
EMC: 2174
Year: 2018

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Common questions

Is MA978LL/A the same as A1236?

Not exactly. MA978LL/A usually points to a specific retail configuration, while A1236 identifies the broader Apple hardware family. Always check the EMC and model identifier too.

What iPod is model A1236?

A1236 is the Apple A-number shown for this iPod family. Use the order number, EMC, and model identifier on this page to narrow the exact configuration.

What does EMC 2174 mean?

The EMC number is another Apple hardware identifier. It helps separate closely related models that may share a similar name, year, or A-number.

Can the RAM or SSD be upgraded?

Check the spec table for the exact configuration. Many newer Apple Silicon Macs have memory and storage integrated into the board, so RAM and SSD upgrades are often not practical after purchase.

What macOS versions work with this model?

Use the model identifier, release year, and processor family from the spec table when checking macOS compatibility. Compatibility can change as Apple releases new macOS versions.

Is this iPod still worth buying used?

It can be, depending on price, battery health, memory, storage, and condition. Compare this exact order number and model identifier against similar Techable listings before buying.

How much is this iPod worth?

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What should I search if this page is not the exact configuration?

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