Well, not exactly…
I recently had to use the iPod warranty for reasons I do not wish to publish. When I received it back, they apparently replaced it with a new one. I’m selling it on Ebay so I can buy an iPod video. I’m already looking forward to having the extra space and the ability to load up videos on it.
If you’re trying to figure out how to “de-personalize” your iPod, hope that it breaks (not intentionally, and not physically) while still under warranty.