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Top 5 MP3 Players (Hard Drive-Based)

These are the top hard drive-based MP3 players today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.

Eric Butterfield

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PCW Rating: 85.1PCW Rating: 85.1PCW Rating: 85.1

Last Rated: September 12, 2007

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1. Apple iPod

Built-in Capacity: 30GB, Screen Size (inches): 2.5, Voice Recording: Voice Recorder:No, FM tuner: No, Video Support: Video:Yes, Photo Support: Photo:Yes,

Bottom Line: Apple's latest iPod boasts a great screen and tons of storage, in addition to an easy-to-use interface.

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PCW Rating: 83.1PCW Rating: 83.1PCW Rating: 83.1

Last Rated: April 11, 2007

2. Zen Visionm

Built-in Capacity: 30GB, Screen Size (inches): 2.5, Voice Recording: Voice Recorder:Yes, FM tuner: Yes, Video Support: Video:Yes, Photo Support: Photo:Yes,

Bottom Line: The VisionM has a touchpad and delivers great-looking video. However, it needs a dongle to sync files.

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PCW Rating: 83.2PCW Rating: 83.2PCW Rating: 83.2

Last Rated: September 12, 2007

3. Apple iPod

Built-in Capacity: 80GB, Screen Size (inches): 2.5, Voice Recording: Voice Recorder:No, FM tuner: No, Video Support: Video:Yes, Photo Support: Photo:Yes,

Bottom Line: Apple's latest iPod costs a lot, but it boasts a great screen and tons of storage, in addition to a easy-to-use interface.

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PCW Rating: 81.0PCW Rating: 81.0PCW Rating: 81.0

Last Rated: September 12, 2007

4. Microsoft Zune

Built-in Capacity: 30GB, Screen Size (inches): 3, Voice Recording: Voice Recorder:No, FM tuner: Yes, Video Support: Video:Yes, Photo Support: Photo:Yes,

Bottom Line: Boasts a large, 3-inch LCD and limited Wi-Fi connectivity, but it lacks PlaysForSure compatibility.

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PCW Rating: 75.3PCW Rating: 75.3PCW Rating: 75.3

Last Rated: September 12, 2007

5. Cowon iAudio6

Built-in Capacity: 4GB, Screen Size (inches): 1.3, Voice Recording: Voice Recorder:Yes, FM tuner: Yes, Video Support: Video:Yes,

Bottom Line: Tiny player supports many audio formats and online music subscriptions, but the screen is small and the controls are quirky.

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