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The iPod Touch is nothing without a good library of apps. These are the programs that make your iPod Touch functional and fun. You can choose from thousands of free apps, or purchase apps with a credit card or iTunes gift card. As long as your have a network connection on your iPod or a connection to iTunes on a computer, you can quickly download and install new apps. | The iPod Touch is nothing without a good library of apps. These are the programs that make your iPod Touch functional and fun. You can choose from thousands of free apps, or purchase apps with a credit card or iTunes gift card. As long as your have a network connection on your iPod or a connection to iTunes on a computer, you can quickly download and install new apps. | ||
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==Steps== | ==Steps== | ||
===Using the App Store=== | ===Using the App Store=== | ||
| − | #Ensure that you are logged in with your Apple ID. In order to download and install apps from the App Store, your iPod will need to be logged in with your Apple ID. See [[Create | + | #Ensure that you are logged in with your Apple ID. In order to download and install apps from the App Store, your iPod will need to be logged in with your Apple ID. See [[Create an Apple ID on an iPhone|this guide]] to learn how to create an Apple ID and log in with it. |
#*You can double-check that you are logged in by opening the Settings app, selecting "iTunes & App Store", and then ensuring that your AppleID is displayed at the top of the screen. | #*You can double-check that you are logged in by opening the Settings app, selecting "iTunes & App Store", and then ensuring that your AppleID is displayed at the top of the screen. | ||
| − | #*When creating an Apple ID, you will be asked for credit card information. This will be used for making purchases on the App Store. See [[Create | + | #*When creating an Apple ID, you will be asked for credit card information. This will be used for making purchases on the App Store. See [[Create an iTunes Account Without a Credit Card|this guide]] for instructions on creating an Apple ID without a credit card. |
#Connect to a wireless network. You will need to have an active wireless network connection in order to access the store and download apps. See [[Configure-WiFi-on-the-iPod-Touch|this guide]] for details on connecting to a wireless network on your iPod Touch. | #Connect to a wireless network. You will need to have an active wireless network connection in order to access the store and download apps. See [[Configure-WiFi-on-the-iPod-Touch|this guide]] for details on connecting to a wireless network on your iPod Touch. | ||
| − | #Check for any system updates. Updating your iPod will ensure that you have access to the most apps possible, as some apps are only available for the latest versions of iOS. See [[Upgrade | + | #Check for any system updates. Updating your iPod will ensure that you have access to the most apps possible, as some apps are only available for the latest versions of iOS. See [[Upgrade iOS|this guide]] for details on updating your iPod Touch. |
#Open the App Store. Tap the App Store icon on your Home screen. This will open the main page of the App Store. You will need to have an internet connection. | #Open the App Store. Tap the App Store icon on your Home screen. This will open the main page of the App Store. You will need to have an internet connection. | ||
#Search or browse for an app you want to install. You can use the search bar to look for specific apps, or you can browse through the categories on the main page. | #Search or browse for an app you want to install. You can use the search bar to look for specific apps, or you can browse through the categories on the main page. | ||
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#Open the app. Once the app has been downloaded and installed, you can run it like any other app. You can open the installed app from the Store page by tapping the "Open" button, or you can start the app from the Home screen. | #Open the app. Once the app has been downloaded and installed, you can run it like any other app. You can open the installed app from the Store page by tapping the "Open" button, or you can start the app from the Home screen. | ||
===Using iTunes=== | ===Using iTunes=== | ||
| − | #Ensure iTunes is updated. In order to connect to the iTunes store, you will need to have the latest version of iTunes installed on your computer. See [[Update | + | #Ensure iTunes is updated. In order to connect to the iTunes store, you will need to have the latest version of iTunes installed on your computer. See [[Update iTunes|this guide]] for details on updating iTunes. |
#Open the iTunes Store. Click the '''Store''' menu and select ''Home''. At the top of the window, click the "App Store" section. Click the "iPhone" tab to load iPhone and iPod Touch apps. | #Open the iTunes Store. Click the '''Store''' menu and select ''Home''. At the top of the window, click the "App Store" section. Click the "iPhone" tab to load iPhone and iPod Touch apps. | ||
#Search or browse for an app you want to install. You can use the search bar to look for specific apps, or you can browse through the categories on the main page. | #Search or browse for an app you want to install. You can use the search bar to look for specific apps, or you can browse through the categories on the main page. | ||
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===Installing Special-Case Apps=== | ===Installing Special-Case Apps=== | ||
#Install Cydia. Cydia is the package manager for jailbroken iOS devices. It is installed automatically when you jailbreak your device. Cydia allows you to install apps ad tweaks that are not normally allowed in the Apple App Store. | #Install Cydia. Cydia is the package manager for jailbroken iOS devices. It is installed automatically when you jailbreak your device. Cydia allows you to install apps ad tweaks that are not normally allowed in the Apple App Store. | ||
| − | #*See [[Install | + | #*See [[Install Cydia|this guide]] for details on installing Cydia on your iPod Touch. |
#Install GBA4iOS (Game Boy emulator). This emulator will allow you to play any Game Boy, Game Boy Color, or Game Boy Advance game on your iPhone. You will need to install the app directly from the website instead of installing from the App Store. | #Install GBA4iOS (Game Boy emulator). This emulator will allow you to play any Game Boy, Game Boy Color, or Game Boy Advance game on your iPhone. You will need to install the app directly from the website instead of installing from the App Store. | ||
#*See [[Install-GBA4iOS-on-iOS-7|this guide]] for instructions on installing on iOS 7. | #*See [[Install-GBA4iOS-on-iOS-7|this guide]] for instructions on installing on iOS 7. | ||
