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.
Airplane mode
Airplane mode is on—you cannot access the Internet or use Bluetooth® devices. Non-wireless features are available. See Travel with iPod touch.
Do Not Disturb
“Do Not Disturb” is turned on. See Do Not Disturb.
VPN
You’re connected to a network using VPN. See VPN settings.
Portrait orientation lock
The iPod touch screen is locked in portrait orientation. See Change the screen orientation.
Alarm
An alarm is set. See Alarms and timers.
Location Services
An item is using Location Services. See Privacy.
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.
No icon: Bluetooth is turned off.
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.