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The iPod vs. the Competition: Ultra-Portable Players

By Sam Costello, About.com

This chart compares ultra-portable MP3 players. These players are often entry-level models, or designed to be purchased for a specific use like exercise by someone who already owns an MP3 player. They are distinguished by their very small size and light weight, making them perfect for something like exercise.

The iPod Shuffle is the iPod that fits this space in Apple's lineup. Like the iPod nano, these players use Flash memory to store data.

This chart is designed to make it easy to compare the features and prices of these players to guide your buying decision.

This chart does not compare hard-drive-based players or mid-range Flash-memory-based players.

Apple iPod Shuffle

1GB
Apple iPod Shuffle

2GB
Creative Zen Stone plus

2GB
iRiver s10

2GB
Samsung YP-U2J

2GB
Songs Held 250 500 500 500 500
Screen Size* None None 64 x 64 pixels 1.15 4 lines
FM Tuner No No Yes Yes Yes
Weight** 0.5 0.5 0.74 0.62 16.32
Size* 1.62 x 1.07 x 0.41 1.62 x 1.07 x 0.41 2.18 x 1.39 x 0.5 1.65 x 1.18 x 0.43 0.96 x 3.35 x 0.49
Battery Life 12 hours 12 hours 9.5 hours 8 hours 15 hours
Online Store Yes Yes No No No
Price US$49 US$69 US$69 US$169 US$119

* in inches
** in ounces

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