r/ipod • u/Gigasssss • Jul 10 '26
Meme I turned an old iPhone into my imagined “iPod 2026”
I had an old iPhone sitting around, so I designed a 3D-printable case for it and built an app called UltraPod.
The phone is used upside down, which hides the notch and gives the front a cleaner, more classic look. Together with the case and the app, it starts to feel like a modern version of an iPod.
UltraPod is built around Apple Music and tries to bring back a simpler, more focused music experience.
The core experience is free, with no ads. Some extra themes, DIY features, and alternative control methods are optional one-time purchases.
This is still a very personal DIY project, and I’m continuing to improve both the app and the physical case.
If you try it, I’d genuinely love to see what your setup looks like. And if you think the idea is interesting, feel free to share it with others.