Apple Music error page plays 90-second clips on virtual 2001 iPod
A hidden replica of the original iPod appears on Apple's web player to mark the 25th anniversary of the device's 2001 launch.
By Aiko Soto ·
Apple Music error pages now feature a functional replica of the original iPod. The tribute marks the 25th anniversary of the device's release on October 23, 2001.
User Kian on X identified the feature on the music.apple.com domain. The code activates when a visitor enters a non-existent path, such as music.apple.com/ipod. The browser displays the classic player instead of a standard Page Not Found message.
The virtual device responds to user input. Clicking the buttons allows navigation through a set of pre-installed songs. Users can also click and drag the scroll wheel to move through the tracklist, mimicking the physical hardware.
The playlist features artists who were popular in 2001. Selecting a track plays a 90-second preview directly in the web interface. No additional software is required to listen to the clips.
Apple has not sold a dedicated iPod hardware device for years. The web-based replica serves as a nostalgic reference for fans of the original product. The company has not announced any new hardware plans alongside this digital feature.
