Volume control Portable Audio Devices

The Bottom Line: There's not much to set these Zagg Z.Buds apart from the earbud herd. The version with the integrated mic and iPod controls is a more compelling option.

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Black, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Volume control, 1 year Limited warranty

The Bottom Line: There's not much to set these Zagg Z.Buds apart from the earbud herd. The version with the integrated mic and iPod controls is a more compelling option.

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Pink, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Volume control, 1 year Limited warranty

The Bottom Line: There's not much to set these Zagg Z.Buds apart from the earbud herd. The version with the integrated mic and iPod controls is a more compelling option.

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Yellow, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Volume control, 1 year Limited warranty

The Bottom Line: There's not much to set these Zagg Z.Buds apart from the earbud herd. The version with the integrated mic and iPod controls is a more compelling option.

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Red, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Volume control, 1 year Limited warranty

The Bottom Line: Although sound quality isn't the greatest, the Skullcandy Smokin' Buds provide a funky design and some compelling features for the price. They're a solid budget option for music phone owners.

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Rasta, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Volume control, Gold-plated plug

The Bottom Line: The Philips GoGear Vibe isn't the best budget MP3 player we've seen, but its enviable color screen, photo viewer, and video playback make it one of the most well-rounded in the $50 category.

Specs: Digital player / radio, 2 GB, MP3, WMA, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: The Philips GoGear Vibe isn't the best budget MP3 player we've seen, but its enviable color screen, photo viewer, and video playback make it one of the most well-rounded in the $50 category.

Specs: Digital player / radio, 4 GB, MP3, WMA, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: The Philips GoGear Vibe isn't the best budget MP3 player we've seen, but its enviable color screen, photo viewer, and video playback make it one of the most well-rounded in the $50 category.

Specs: Digital player / radio, 8 GB, MP3, WMA, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: The Philips GoGear Vibe isn't the best budget MP3 player we've seen, but its enviable color screen, photo viewer, and video playback make it one of the most well-rounded in the $50 category.

Specs: Digital player / radio, 16 GB, MP3, WMA, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: The GoGear Aria is a useful MP3 player that makes a great match for Rhapsody subscribers. It won't turn any heads, but it won't break the bank, either.

Specs: Digital player / radio, 8 GB, MP3, WMA, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated