Posted by NRen2k5 on 04/12/06 08:31

SMS wrote:
> You can buy songs on iTunes for the iPod; this is the biggest difference.

True. iPod works with iTMS, which is purported to have the best
selection of all online music stores. On the other hand, PlaysForSure
devices like the Zen Nano work with possibly hundreds of other stores,

> Other issues:
>
> 1. The battery. It depends on what you want. The Creative uses an AAA
> cell. The iPod uses an internal rechargeable Li-Ion. Each type has its
> good and bad points.

Use rechargeable AAA's. No downside now.

> 2. Accessories. A lot more accessories are available for the iPod.

Creative's players come with most features you'll ever want BUILT IN,
and still cheaper than an iPod. It's beyond me why people WANT to pay
MORE for an iPod and then pay EVEN MORE to get the features it doesn't
have out-of-the-box.

> 3. The Shuffle has very good sound quality, with a higher quality
> amplifier.

True. Though the difference will not be noticeable to the average buyer.

- NRen2k5

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