In late October 2001, Apple released its first major noncomputer product, the iPod. This device was an Mp3music player that packed up to 1,000 CD-quality songs into an ultraportable, 6.5-ounce design: ..With ipod, Apple has invented a whole new category of digital music player that lets you put your entire music collection in your pocket and listen to it wherever you go," said Steve Jobs. "With iPod, listening to music will never be the same again.