# Apple Unveils Its Thinnest iPod Touch Ever The sixth-gen iPod Touch, launched in 2015, stood out with its slim design. - **Source:** [Cult of Mac](https://brifing.si/source/7e2968d9-bc24-4286-8f9e-146807f06336) - **Published:** 2026-07-15 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/6bb1a662-a5b5-45c7-b299-07fde9840e42 ## Apple's Slim Design On July 15, 2015, Apple introduced the sixth-gen iPod Touch. At just 6.1 mm thick, it became the thinnest iPod Touch ever. Apple aimed to maintain its position in the music player market with this design. ## Color Options The sixth-gen iPod Touch came in new color options like space gray, silver, gold, pink, and blue. These colors were made available across all iPod models. ## The Fusion of iPhone and iPod The iPod Touch was first launched in 2007, right after the iPhone. Although seen as a simplified version of the iPhone, it managed to build its own fan base. ## Advanced Features The sixth-gen iPod Touch was equipped with the A8 chip and M8 motion coprocessor. These features offered better fitness tracking and high-quality photography. It also boasted a 40-hour music playback battery life. ## Price and Accessibility Apple launched the sixth-gen iPod Touch starting at $199. This device provided access to Apple Music, the App Store, and iOS, allowing users to enjoy their favorite content. ## The End of iPod The iPod Touch saw its final model in 2019, but Apple completely discontinued the iPod line in 2022. This decision symbolizes the transformation of the music player market. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.cultofmac.com/apple-history/sixth-gen-ipod-touch-launch-date — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._