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Top 10 MP3 Players (Flash-Based)

These are the top flash-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.

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PCW Rating: 82.6PCW Rating: 82.6PCW Rating: 82.6

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

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1. Creative ZEN

Built-in Capacity: 32GB, Screen Size (inches): 2.5, Voice Recording: Yes, FM tuner: Yes, Video Support: Yes, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: Gadget-lover's player may lack Wi-Fi but has lots of other features, wide format support and accepts SD cards.

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PCW Rating: 80.3PCW Rating: 80.3PCW Rating: 80.3

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

2. Creative Zen V Plus

Built-in Capacity: 4GB, Screen Size (inches): 1.5, Voice Recording: Yes, FM tuner: Yes, Video Support: Yes, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: Light, capable audio player delivers high-quality audio and also plays videos, though the screen is small.

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PCW Rating: 79.3PCW Rating: 79.3PCW Rating: 79.3

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

3. Apple iPod Nano

Built-in Capacity: 8GB, Screen Size (inches): 2, Voice Recording: No, FM tuner: No, Video Support: Yes, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: Completely redesigned, the third-generation Nano adds video playback and redefines the portable media player.

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PCW Rating: 79.1PCW Rating: 79.1PCW Rating: 79.1

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

4. Apple iPod Touch

Built-in Capacity: 32GB, Screen Size (inches): 3.5, Voice Recording: No, FM tuner: No, Video Support: Yes, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: The iPod Touch's beautiful design, useful apps, touch screen and built-in Wi-Fi outweigh minor audio quality issues.

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PCW Rating: 77.9PCW Rating: 77.9PCW Rating: 77.9

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

5. iRiver Clix Gen 2

Built-in Capacity: 8GB, Screen Size (inches): 2.2, Voice Recording: Yes, FM tuner: Yes, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: Lightweight, easy-to-use flash-based player has a nice display and fairly good sound.

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PCW Rating: 77.3PCW Rating: 77.3PCW Rating: 77.3

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

6. SanDisk Sansa Connect

Built-in Capacity: 4GB, Screen Size (inches): 2.2, Voice Recording: No, FM tuner: No, Video Support: No, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: Compact player has excellent Wi-Fi capabilities, but if you won't take advantage of that, there are better, cheaper options.

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PCW Rating: 74.8PCW Rating: 74.8PCW Rating: 74.8

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

7. Samsung YP-P2

Built-in Capacity: 8GB, Screen Size (inches): 3, Voice Recording: No, FM tuner: Yes, Video Support: No, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: Equipped with Bluetooth and a 3-inch touch screen, the YP-P2 shines at video and top-notch, tweakable sound.

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PCW Rating: 74.7PCW Rating: 74.7PCW Rating: 74.7

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

8. Microsoft Zune 8GB Red

Built-in Capacity: 8GB, Screen Size (inches): 1.8, Voice Recording: No, FM tuner: No, Video Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: Wi-Fi and video support may be overkill for a device this size, but the 8GB Zune remains an interesting flash player option.

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PCW Rating: 74.7PCW Rating: 74.7PCW Rating: 74.7

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

9. SanDisk Sansa View

Built-in Capacity: 32GB, Screen Size (inches): 2.4, Voice Recording: Yes, FM tuner: Yes, Video Support: Yes, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: This player�s vibrant screen and superior sound are offset by a somewhat high price and quirky menus.

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PCW Rating: 73.8PCW Rating: 73.8PCW Rating: 73.8

Last Rated: March 07, 2008

10. SanDisk Sansa e280

Built-in Capacity: 8GB, Screen Size (inches): 1.8, Voice Recording: Yes, FM tuner: Yes, Video Support: Yes, Photo Support: Yes,

Bottom Line: Offers slick Rhapsody online music store integration, but ease of use needs improvement, and sound quality is lackluster.

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