Originally Posted by jnjsarauer

I'm glad to see this thread because I've been wondering about MP3 players in terms of whether or not there is anything comparable to an iPod for less money. Every year I buy myself a Christmas present, and this year it's going to be an MP3 player. If an iPod is definitely the best way to go, then so be it, but if there's a good alternative, I'll be glad to go that route.