There's no shortage of reviews for Apple iPod nano, and most top reviewers have weighed in on it. Nicely detailed write-ups can be found at CNet.com, PC Magazine and Laptop magazine. Consumer Reports weighs in as well, though its review offers far less discussion than most. Amazon.com, meanwhile, boasts the most user opinions.
Just about every major reviewer likes the Apple iPod nano. The latest update adds some nifty features, like a Genius function which can create a playlist of 25 songs based on the genre of one song. Also new are "shake-to-shuffle" and a tilt-sensor screen. Features are still skimpy compared to some competing MP3 players, and some basics -- such as an FM tuner -- are missing. Users also have to upgrade to the latest version of iTunes because it's the only one that's compatible with Genius playback, and it has to be activated in iTunes for the feature to work on the player. If you are not committed to iTunes, critics say the Creative Zen (*est. $70 for 2 GB) is worth a serious look. It costs less, has features that the iPod nano lacks (like an FM tuner) and is available in a wide variety of capacities (from 2 GB to 32 GB) to fit your budget and music library.
Strength :
* Good sound
* Fun colors
* Good video display, considering the screen size
Weakness :
* iTunes 8 is required
* No FM radio
* Won't work with some older third-party accessories
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