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I still have an old ipod. So old it has no wireless ability. I want to use it in my car which doesn't have a cassette or cd player. It plugs into the car's usb port but the car radio "doesn't see it". Any tips on how to get it to work?

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[-] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago

The more usual thing are aux to USB adapters but they can only do USB to aux, nit the reverse. What you need is aux to USB converter, they can do both ways.

This article is good, autotranslate if not german.

[-] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kafuty-Mini-Transmitter-3-5mm-jack-default/dp/B084FYQD9S

[-] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago

I still have one. No these ones specifically don't have wireless capabilities. Later ones do, though.

[-] [email protected] -1 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

I offered 3 potential solutions that work across ever model (unlisted) and you guys are downvoting?

USB - apple 30 pin: note that the pin number might change depending on release year. Someone smarter than me will mention why firmware might not work out.
USB to aux: this will give you a headphone jack and is the most reliable
FM transmitter: if you lack a headphone jack you can also get an FM transmitter. It makes your device a mini radio station. These are pretty unreliable or staticy, but sometimes you need an option. I would recommend a new player first.

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