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Zune HD (32GB - platinum)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 32 GB, AAC, MP3, WMA, WMAPro, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

The Zune HD's brilliant OLED display, HD Radio tuner, long battery life, movie rentals, and subscription music integration finally give iPod expatriates something to shout about.

THE BAD

You still can't use the Zune with a Mac, Marketplace purchases require "Microsoft Points," video format support is limited, audio quality lacks advanced controls, you'll need to purchase a dock accessory for HD video output, application and game selection stinks, and the recommended music subscription plan puts the real-world cost higher than the iPod.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Zune HD delivers one of the best portable music and video experiences money can buy. At a time when many people have shifted their focus to games and applications, providing a killer media experience may not be enough for potential Zune buyers.

REVIEWED: 18-Sep-2009 09:43 AM PDT
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Zune HD (16GB - black)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WMA, WMAPro, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

The Zune HD's brilliant OLED display, HD Radio tuner, long battery life, movie rentals, and subscription music integration finally give iPod expatriates something to shout about.

THE BAD

You still can't use the Zune with a Mac, Marketplace purchases require "Microsoft Points," video format support is limited, audio quality lacks advanced controls, you'll need to purchase a dock accessory for HD video output, application and game selection stinks, and the recommended music subscription plan puts the real-world cost higher than the iPod.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Zune HD delivers one of the best portable music and video experiences money can buy. At a time when many people have shifted their focus to games and applications, providing a killer media experience may not be enough for potential Zune buyers.

REVIEWED: 18-Sep-2009 09:43 AM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 8GB, silver)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 16GB, silver)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 8GB, black)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 16GB, black)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 8GB, purple)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 16GB, purple)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 8GB, blue)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 16GB, blue)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 8GB, green)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 16GB, green)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 8GB, yellow)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 16GB, yellow)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 8GB, orange)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 16GB, orange)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano - Product Red (fifth generation, 8GB, red)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano - Product Red (fifth generation, 16GB, red)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 16 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Apple iPod Nano (fifth generation, 8GB, pink)

EDITORS RATING
8.7
SPECS

Digital player / radio, 8 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Apple Lossless, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

THE GOOD

Packed to the gills with new audio-video features such as a video camera, FM radio, voice recording, Genius Mixes, a built-in speaker, and a larger 2.2-inch screen; also gets a pedometer.

THE BAD

The Nano's camera can't shoot photos or HD-quality video and Apple located its lens in the most awkward location imaginable. Storage capacities remain stuck at 8GB and 16GB.

THE BOTTOM LINE

No other MP3 player on the planet packs more features, from video to a pedometer, into a smaller package than the overachieving Apple iPod Nano.

REVIEWED: 14-Sep-2009 02:57 PM PDT
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Archos 5 Internet tablet with Android (8GB)

EDITORS RATING
6.6
SPECS

Portable media center, 32.8 in x 5.6 in x 6.1 in, LCD 4.8 in, MP3, WMA, Protected WMA, PCM, AAC, AAC+, Ogg Vorbis, FLAC, MPEG-4, MPEG-48, H.264, WMV, MKV, Motion JPEG, 0.4 lbs

THE GOOD

The Archos 5 Internet tablet/portable media player offers a large, high-resolution touch-screen display, Wi-Fi, music playback, photos, Flash video and game compatibility, Bluetooth, e-mail, a Web browser, a built-in speaker, an integrated kickstand, GPS, and support for a limited selection of Android applications.

THE BAD

GPS signal reception is poor enough to make the feature useless; many popular Android apps are unsupported; Flash video support is hit or miss; no multitouch support for keyboard or gestures; text copy and paste is a chore; and the glossy design shows fingerprints.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Archos 5 is a great video player, but it disappoints as a premium Android Internet tablet and GPS unit.

REVIEWED: 27-Oct-2009 10:57 AM PDT
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Archos 5 Internet tablet with Android (16GB)

EDITORS RATING
6.6
SPECS

Portable media center, 32.8 in x 5.6 in x 6.1 in, LCD 4.8 in, MP3, WMA, Protected WMA, PCM, AAC, AAC+, Ogg Vorbis, FLAC, MPEG-4, MPEG-48, H.264, WMV, MKV, Motion JPEG, 0.4 lbs

THE GOOD

The Archos 5 Internet tablet/portable media player offers a large, high-resolution touch-screen display, Wi-Fi, music playback, photos, Flash video and game compatibility, Bluetooth, e-mail, a Web browser, a built-in speaker, an integrated kickstand, GPS, and support for a limited selection of Android applications.

THE BAD

GPS signal reception is poor enough to make the feature useless; many popular Android apps are unsupported; Flash video support is hit or miss; no multitouch support for keyboard or gestures; text copy and paste is a chore; and the glossy design shows fingerprints.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Archos 5 is a great video player, but it disappoints as a premium Android Internet tablet and GPS unit.

REVIEWED: 27-Oct-2009 10:57 AM PDT
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Archos 5 Internet tablet with Android (32GB)

EDITORS RATING
6.6
SPECS

Portable media center, 32.8 in x 5.6 in x 6.1 in, LCD 4.8 in, MP3, WMA, Protected WMA, PCM, AAC, AAC+, Ogg Vorbis, FLAC, MPEG-4, MPEG-48, H.264, WMV, MKV, Motion JPEG, 0.4 lbs

THE GOOD

The Archos 5 Internet tablet/portable media player offers a large, high-resolution touch-screen display, Wi-Fi, music playback, photos, Flash video and game compatibility, Bluetooth, e-mail, a Web browser, a built-in speaker, an integrated kickstand, GPS, and support for a limited selection of Android applications.

THE BAD

GPS signal reception is poor enough to make the feature useless; many popular Android apps are unsupported; Flash video support is hit or miss; no multitouch support for keyboard or gestures; text copy and paste is a chore; and the glossy design shows fingerprints.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Archos 5 is a great video player, but it disappoints as a premium Android Internet tablet and GPS unit.

REVIEWED: 27-Oct-2009 10:57 AM PDT
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Archos 5 Internet tablet with Android (160GB)

EDITORS RATING
6.6
SPECS

Portable media center, 6.3 in x 5.6 in x 6.1 in, LCD 4.8 in, MP3, WMA, Protected WMA, PCM, AAC, AAC+, Ogg Vorbis, FLAC, MPEG-4, MPEG-48, H.264, WMV, MKV, Motion JPEG, 0.6 lbs

THE GOOD

The Archos 5 Internet tablet/portable media player offers a large, high-resolution touch-screen display, Wi-Fi, music playback, photos, Flash video and game compatibility, Bluetooth, e-mail, a Web browser, a built-in speaker, an integrated kickstand, GPS, and support for a limited selection of Android applications.

THE BAD

GPS signal reception is poor enough to make the feature useless; many popular Android apps are unsupported; Flash video support is hit or miss; no multitouch support for keyboard or gestures; text copy and paste is a chore; and the glossy design shows fingerprints.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Archos 5 is a great video player, but it disappoints as a premium Android Internet tablet and GPS unit.

REVIEWED: 27-Oct-2009 10:57 AM PDT
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Archos 5 Internet tablet with Android (500GB)

EDITORS RATING
6.6
SPECS

Portable media center, 6.3 in x 5.6 in x 6.1 in, LCD 4.8 in, MP3, WMA, Protected WMA, PCM, AAC, AAC+, Ogg Vorbis, FLAC, MPEG-4, MPEG-48, H.264, WMV, MKV, Motion JPEG, 0.6 lbs

THE GOOD

The Archos 5 Internet tablet/portable media player offers a large, high-resolution touch-screen display, Wi-Fi, music playback, photos, Flash video and game compatibility, Bluetooth, e-mail, a Web browser, a built-in speaker, an integrated kickstand, GPS, and support for a limited selection of Android applications.

THE BAD

GPS signal reception is poor enough to make the feature useless; many popular Android apps are unsupported; Flash video support is hit or miss; no multitouch support for keyboard or gestures; text copy and paste is a chore; and the glossy design shows fingerprints.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Archos 5 is a great video player, but it disappoints as a premium Android Internet tablet and GPS unit.

REVIEWED: 27-Oct-2009 10:57 AM PDT
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Haier America Video MP3 Player (4GB)

EDITORS RATING
5.0
SPECS

Flash player, 4 GB, Lithium polymer

THE GOOD

The Haier America Video MP3 Player is cheap and the shuffle function works great.

THE BAD

Its design is passe, the controls are too sensitive, and the interface is quirky; many of the features are crippled.

THE BOTTOM LINE

The Haier America Video MP3 Player is nothing special, but the shuffle works a treat.

REVIEWED: 06-Nov-2009 10:30 AM PST
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