Tests on MP3 player (P. 2/27)

"Apple iPod touch"

Issue: 12/2008

On test: Apple iPod touch 2G

What does the second-generation iPod touch bring with it to match the success if the original? → More

"iPod touch"

Issue: 21/2008

On test: Apple iPod touch 2G

The iPod touch has seen the least radical changes, taking a few more design clues from the iPhone but with an added hidden speaker, integrated Nike+ sensor and the latest firmware version. → More

"iPod nano"

Issue: 21/2008

On test: Apple iPod Nano 4G

Returning to the nano's previous long and thin design, Apple's latest flash-memory portable music player features a new way to skip through tracks. → More

"Creative Zen X-Fi music player"

Published on: 10/2008

On test: Creative Labs Zen X-Fi (16GB)

Proudly emblazoned with Creative's high-end X-Fi tag, the Zen X-Fi seems to sell itself on improved sound quality. Slightly larger than the Zen it replaces and featuring a new nine-button control system as well as wifi networking and media streaming, just how much does the X-Fi live up to its name? → More

"Apple 2G iPod Shuffle"

Published on: 9/2008

On test: Apple iPod Shuffle 2G

While the diminutive shuffle may not have quite as high a profile as the rest of the iPod lineup, it remains a good choice for those who have no interest in watching video on a tiny screen or trying to check the weather by driving out to a wireless hotspot. But with little fanfare surrounding the product what can one expect from the iPod shuffle? → More