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Best small MP3 players

(Sep 07, 2008)

In the growing world of MP3 players, small is definitely sexy. Flash-based MP3 players continue to trim the millimeters and the grams (just look at the new Apple iPod Nano) without sacrificing extra features. Check out these top-rated, ultracompact MP3 player beauties.

Apple iPod Nano (third generation, 8GB, red)

The shape may have changed, but Apple's relentless attention to detail remains. The third generation of the iPod Nano provides loads of entertainment for a down-to-earth price.

Price: $199.00 - $199.00 (check prices)

Review date: Sep 7, 2007

4 stars

Excellent

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Creative Zen V Plus (2GB, black)

The Creative Zen V Plus is a superb choice for anyone looking for a compact and feature-filled flash MP3 player with great sound quality. If you're looking for a more sophisticated design (or have large thumbs), look elsewhere.

Price: $66.80 - $87.42 (check prices)

Review date: Jun 20, 2006

4 stars

Excellent

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Cowon iAudio 7 (4GB, silver)

The Cowon iAudio 7 beats the industry heavyweight iPod Nano in price, features, battery life, and sound quality. The user interface could use some refinement, but all-in-all this is a very impressive MP3 player.

Price: $114.95 - $114.95 (check prices)

Review date: Jul 19, 2007

4 stars

Excellent

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SanDisk Sansa Clip (2GB, candy apple red)

The SanDisk Sansa Clip is an incredible value that's set to edge out the competition with a user-friendly interface, gym-worthy design, and great sound quality.

Price: $39.99 - $64.99 (check prices)

Review date: Oct 8, 2007

3h stars

Very good

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Samsung S2 Pebble (1GB, purple)

The Samsung S2 Pebble is a simple, cute MP3 player that offers a super affordable price tag, good sound quality, and some compelling extras. It's a great option for those who like to wear their devices pendant style.

Price: $39.99 - $49.99 (check prices)

Review date: Jun 19, 2008

3h stars

Very good

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Creative Zen Stone (1GB, black)

The Creative Zen Stone is a fantastic choice as a secondary MP3 player or for first timers on a budget who want a simple, great-sounding device with limited features and a bargain basement price tag.

Price: $34.99 - $61.95 (check prices)

Review date: May 9, 2007

3h stars

Very good

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Apple iPod Shuffle (second generation, 1GB, silver)

If you like your music playback simple and your device nearly invisible, the second-generation iPod Shuffle will suit you well. But absentminded users should steer clear of this easy-to-misplace player.

Price: $78.95 - $78.95 (check prices)

Review date: Jan 30, 2007

3 stars

Good

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