Status icon
What it means
Wi-Fi
iPod touch is connected to the Internet over a Wi-Fi network. See Connect to Wi-Fi.
Network activity
Shows that there’s network activity. Some third-party apps may also use this icon to indicate an active process.
Syncing
iPod touch is syncing with iTunes. See Sync with iTunes.
Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode is on—you can’t access the Internet or use Bluetooth® devices. Non-wireless features are available. See Travel with iPod touch.
VPN
You’re connected to a network using VPN. See VPN settings.
Lock
iPod touch is locked. See Lock screen.
Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb is turned on. See Do Not Disturb.
Portrait orientation lock
The iPod touch screen is locked in portrait orientation. See Change the screen orientation.
Location Services
An item is using Location Services. See Location Services.
Alarm
An alarm is set. See Set an alarm or bedtime schedule.
Bluetooth
Blue or white icon: Bluetooth is on and paired with a device, such as a headset.
Gray icon: Bluetooth is on. If paired with a device, the device may be out of range or turned off.
See Bluetooth devices.
Headphones connected
iPod touch is paired with Bluetooth headphones that are turned on and within Bluetooth range. See Bluetooth devices.
Bluetooth battery
Shows the battery level of a supported paired Bluetooth device.
Battery
Shows the iPod touch battery level or charging status. See Charge and monitor the battery.