Purple MP3 players

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.

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

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.

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

The Bottom Line: The fourth-generation iPod Nano is easy on the eyes and the wallet, and you can't beat its hardware and user interface design. Just be sure to give iTunes 8 a spin before committing.

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

The Bottom Line: The fourth-generation iPod Nano is easy on the eyes and the wallet, and you can't beat its hardware and user interface design. Just be sure to give iTunes 8 a spin before committing.

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

The Bottom Line: 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.

Specs: Digital player, 1 GB, MP3, WMA, Ogg Vorbis, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: The Samsung T10 won't satisfy audio purists, but users who value lots of features, a fun interface, and a player that will turn heads should give it a look.

Specs: Digital player / radio, 4 GB, MP3, WMA, Ogg Vorbis, Protected WMA (DRM), Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: As the Archos 605 WiFi's little sib, the Archos 405 holds its own as one of the best portable video players for under $200.

Specs: Digital AV player, 3.9 in x 0.5 in x 3.1 in, TFT 3.5 in - Color, AAC, MP3, PCM, WAV, WMA, AC-3, ADPCM, Protected WMA (DRM), AVI, WMV, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, 5.1 oz

The Bottom Line: 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.

Specs: Digital player, 2 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: 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.

Specs: Digital player, 1 GB, AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audible, Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated

The Bottom Line: Despite a few minor issues, the stylish Samsung YP-T9 is a no-brainer: it's easy to use, packed with features, and sounds fantastic. What more could you ask for?

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