The iPod Nano is the best-selling type of iPod, and meets the needs of a wide range of people. It is sleek and small, comes in a variety of colors, and the latest version is available in models with storage sizes of 8GB or 16GB. iPod Nano models from recent years can also be used to watch video, and the very latest models also come with a built-in camera for video recording. Video can be recorded in good quality of up to 640 by 480 pixels in resolution and 30 frames per second. These models also have an FM radio and a so-called "voice-over" feature which speaks the names of songs and artists, enabling the user to control the device without needing to look the screen.http://www.apple.com/ipodnano/

Since its launch in late 2005, the Nano has been through five generations. Each generation had more memory and features than earlier versions, and the size and shape of the models has changed over time.http://www.businessweek.com/the_thread/techbeat/archives/2005/09/ipod_nano_will.html?campaign_id=rss_blog_techbeat<ref><ref>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPod_Nano

Apple has been selling refurbished iPod Nanos since the launch of the second generation, and continues to offer them via its website.

If you are interested in getting a good deal on an iPod Nano, it is worth looking at buying a refurbished one. On this page you will learn more about refurbished products, and how to buy a refurbished iPod Nano, saving yourself a significant amount of money on regular Apple prices.

Before buying a refurbished product it is important to understand what exactly this means. People can be wary of buying refurbished technology because because of a lack of understanding of exactly what the term “refurbished” means. "Refurbished products" include items that were sold to a customer who then unpacked the box but decided to returned the product without ever using it. They can also be items that had slight cosmetic damage, such as scrapes and dents, and they can also be items that have been rebuilt by the manufacturer to fix some problem.

Sometimes the term is also used to mean an older version of a product that was overstocked, and was never sold to a consumer but remains it its original packaging.

A surprisingly large proportion of electronics products sold in the US are returned by consumers, and only a small fraction of those actually had some serious problem. Over two-thirds of electronics returned by customer actually work perfectly, but were simply not all that the customer had imagined they were when buying..http://blogs.consumerreports.org/electronics/2008/08/refurbished-e-1.html

Products that have been returned because of either small cosmetic defects or more serious technical problems are restored fully to as-new working condition by manufacturers. These products are then re-inspected for quality and repackaged before being put on sale as refurbished at much less than standard price. Often these refurbished products will come with a warranty, and they will usually be identical in looks and performance to their brand new equivalent. As a result, buying refurbished items is often a good way to get product that is as good as new for a bargain price.

There are three main routes to buying good quality refurbished products. The first option is to buy them direct from their manufacturers, in this case Apple. The second possibility is to look online at internet retailers that often have a selection of refurbished products for sale. The third route is to search for the product at “buyout retailers” that specialise in carrying overstocked and refurbished items.

Usually the best place to start looking for a refurbished product is from the original manufacture. This is especially the case with Apple, which is good at ensuring quality and offers generous warranties.

Refurbished iPod Nanos can be found on Apple’s website. In the US, they’re located in an area labelled the Special Deals section of Apple’s website at www.store.apple.com. This area shows deals available on all iPod models.

The offers may be for a limited time, and they may change quite frequently. If do not not find what you want first time, you should consider going back to the site later to see what new products have become available. However to be sure of getting the good bargains, you should also be prepared to be flexible and consider different models than you initially wanted in order to take advantage of the best deals that are available.

If you are not in the the US, you should be able to easily locate the Apple site for your country using a search engine. Most likely the site will be structures in the same way as Apple’s US site, but if you simply look around the site keeping any eye out for terms like “Special Deals”, “Outlet”, or “Refurbished”, you should find parts of the website that you will need..

Once you have found the product you want, to make sure that it is the model you expect with the features and specifications you need.

Before completing a purchase carefully check the product specifications, to make sure that the product has all the features you need. Also make a point of checking information on warranties and the return policy. Make sure you’re getting a good deal, and if anything should go wrong when your refurbished iPod Nano arrives, you will be able get a refund or a replacement. Typically Apple refurbished products have very good warranties, and you may well find a full one year warranty is included.

Large online sellers like eBay and Amazon often have refurbished items for sale, including all types of iPod and other Apple products. There are also smaller online sellers that sell refurbished electronics, including Overstock.com.

It is worth noting that the sites mentioned may only ship to US addresses. However you may be able to find local equivalents in your own country. US military personnel should note that these sites don’t normally ship to overseas US military locations such as APO/FPO addresses.

As with buying a refurbished product from Apple, remember to double-check exactly what model you're getting, and review everything that is included with the product. A returned and refurbished product purchased from some retailers may sometimes be lacking such things as an instruction manual. Remember especially to check the warranty information and returns policy. These sites will probably not be as generous as Apple, but you should expect something like a 30 day period in which you can get a replacement or a refund in case of any problems with your iPod Nano.

The third place to look for refurbished iPods is at large, buyout retailers. These specialist companies buy the overstock from larger retailers, and then sell it to the public at low prices. Many of these buyout retailers sell various kinds of refurbished electronics, including TVs, computers, and iPod.

Some examples of retailers that are worth checking out include refurbdepot.com, warehousedeals.com and the outlet stores of Crutchfield and Target.

As with any other purchase of a refurbished product, remember to double-check all the product details and specifications, and carefully examine warranties and return policies.