3G Battery change

[charliesmith]

I need a new battery in my 3G - i am told that this model is the hardest to change, should i have a go? or send off for it to be done? its out of warranty and wouldn't want to ruin it myself!

[kschonha]

I did my 3G in about 3 minutes. It depends on the individual. Watch the video on this web site:

http://eshop.macsales.com/tech_cente...d/3g/high.html

This should be able to help you judge whether you would want to attempt it yourself.

[charliesmith]

Do you have to get the battery from apple, because ive come across the site http://shop.ipodworld.co.uk/iPodWorl...Power/OW01.htm

where they will do it for you, but im wondering if it matters if its not an apple battery.

[bov]

im thinking about changing it too , any help or advice from people that already changed it would be appreciated

[Jwray]

I haven't done it, but I will when the time comes.

One tip I've read about it was that a thin guitar pick is a good tool for opening the case. I wish I had more, but hey, it's a start. Good luck!