Best iPods iPhone & MP3 Player reviews

My son has the 8GB model in black, but I saw this one and thought my granddaughter, Krystal, might like it better … because it’s cuter and more "girly." She’s not your typical girly-girl because she’s athletic and studious, too, but she does enjoy her music.

When I presented it to Krystal I found that I’d made the right choice! Her eyes lit up … which always makes the "giver" happy. She loves it, carrying it everywhere she goes … from the sports field to the mall to college.

She likes the fact she can rock to 24-hours of music, or view two movies back to back when she wants to chill out. Besides all that, it holds up to 7,000 photos and it’s clear, compact and cute!

No wonder the Apple iPod nano is the world’s most popular music player.

Oh, one more thing: I took another reviewer’s advice and purchased a cover … just in case.

Go for it! I recommend it highly!

Reviewed by: Betty Dravis, 2007

Apple 4 GB iPod nano AAC/MP3 Player Silver (3rd Generation)

Apple’s new nano is designed to improve upon past models and add some functionality. The improved video, smaller thinner body and updated firmware are enough to make it stand out. The slightly lower price tag is also sure to help sell more units.

I think most buyers will opt to get the 8GB, considering it is only $50 more than the 4GB and actually makes the video function more usable. Apple 8 GB iPod nano AAC/MP3 Player Blue (3rd Generation) Regardless, the new nano is an improvement in any size.

Pros
+ Small size - so thin!!!!
+ Nice design - shorter, fatter form factor for more reliability
+ Brushed aluminum front seems more durable than plastic composite of 2nd generation nano
+ Many color options - Silver, blue, green, black, etc.
+ Brighter screen with better contrast than previous generation
+ Great video option is a nice to have for sample TV shows, clips, etc
+ Works with most traditional iPod accessories (except old A/V cable)
+ Priced to sell! Lowest price Apple video capable player
+ Lower price tag than 2nd Generation nano
+ Unlike iPod classic, all flash memory means less failures and breakage
+ Flash memory also awesome for running / working out
+ Slightly better sound quality than 2nd generation
+ Apple reputation is highly deserved

Cons
- 4 GB capacity is very limited for a video player and will require constant reloading via iTunes
- New 2GB Shuffle option provides a workout alternative at about 1/3 the price
- New design not ideal for very big hands due to smaller click wheel
- Universal dock now required for video out (no more A/V cable)
- Slightly shorter battery life than other iPods
- No expandability or SD card slot like Sansa View or Creative Zen
- iTunes software with limited native formats (MP3, AAC)
- Coverflow still buggy / slow
- Features built-in to competing players, like FM radio & voice recording, much be bought as add-ons,
- Competing players now available at 16GB flash at similar body size

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