The biggest advantage and disadvantage of an iPod is its small form. For such a small device, the iPod holds thousands of mp3 files. With its portability, the increase in mishaps is sure to occur. From common scratches to hard drive problems, an iPod’s biggest selling point may also be its biggest drawback.

The following are the most common repair problems:

1. Getting dropped: It’s as easy as handing it to someone to look at or even taking it out of your pocket. Dropping an iPod can happen at any time. This can result in minor cosmetic issues that can be ignored or larger hard drive issues that need to be sent to a specialist for repair.

2. Getting Scratched: Scratching an iPod is as easy as scratching a cell phone. With its increased daily use, the iPod is not just used occasionally, it is a regular accessory.

3. Fall into the water: How many times has your phone fallen into the water? Today, dropping an iPod in water can happen just as easily.

4. Exposure to extreme weather conditions: Depending on where you live, weather conditions can affect your iPod. From heavy rain in Seattle to snowy weather in the Northeast, or even blazing sun in the South, any adverse weather condition can affect your iPod and may cause needed repairs.

5. Dirt: With regular use, dirt can accumulate on the iPod. Cleaning is necessary in many cases.

6. Bent: Although there is an increase in clothing designers catering to the iPod user by designing storage units on many jackets, shirts and pants, they can bend and crack. Many people keep their iPods in their back pockets and mishaps can occur when sitting down.

7. Cracked Screens – One of the main repairs is LCD repair. Screen breaking or cracking can happen in many ways, accidentally or even with normal use.

8. Hard Drives: The most expensive repair is the hard drive. For some reason, these devices may stop working normally. The hard drive may need to be upgraded or replaced.

9. Headphone Jacks – With continued use, the headphone jack can become loose or even break. Repair is needed as it is the source to hear.

10. Battery – Over time, battery life can become too short or even lead to battery failure. Battery upgrade may be required.

These are just some of the problems you may face with an iPod. With care and farsightedness, many of these can be limited. To lessen iPod repair hassles, be sure to use a protective case and use care and caution.