I decided to upgrade my iPod to flash storage due to filling up the 6GB capacity very quickly and needing more space. I still like to use iPods for the better DAC as well as the fact having a separate device for music means that no calls or texts will mute my music. I use a 30gb iPod video with a dock in my hifi, and have a 2nd generation iPod mini to take when I go out, but it is only 6GB, and could only hold around 600 songs at 320kbps. Not only this, but since it uses a 1" microdrive, battery life isn't as good as it could be, and skipping songs has a delay. All of these issues can be fixed by switching to flash storage. The plastic end caps must be removed first by inserting a thin metal pry tool between the plastic and the aluminium case. There are also two small philips head screws on either side which must be removed. This metal clip needs to be removed from the bottom next. The arms can be pushed in with cir-clip pliers, or with a small screw driver. T...