iPod Socks were a set of multi-colored cotton knit socks introduced by Apple Computer in November 2004 for the protection of iPods from travel damage.[1]
History[]
The socks were jokingly presented by Apple CEO Steve Jobs as a "revolutionary new product" at an special music event held on October 26, 2004. They were available in a package of 6 different colors.[2]
Discontinuation[]
Apple stopped selling the socks sometime in September 2012.[3] The set soon became a collector's item, with aftermarket prices rising as high as US$90 by 2014.[4]
References[]
- ↑ Revisiting the forgotten history of obscure Apple accessories by Michael Steeber, 9to5Mac. 2018-03-19.
- ↑ Apple Special Music Event 2004 by Jay Jackson, YouTube. 2011-10-11.
- ↑ Apple removes iPod Socks from online store, AppleInsider. 2012-09-26.
- ↑ Remember These iPod Accessories? by Lulu Chang, Bustle. 2014-10-30.
See also[]
External links[]
- Apple iPod Socks at Apple (archived 2007-10-21, 2004-11-12)