Check out AT&T's FREE camera phones
(Nov 18, 2008)
Donald Bell
Senior Editor
Today's hot, new players boast sweet, streamlined designs, tons of extra features, and price tags to match. Don't despair, all you penny-pinchers out there! There are oodles of deals to be had in all MP3 player categories. From flash players with expansion slots that cost less than $40, to 30GB monsters priced less than most 20GB hard-drive players, there are many solid models for the budget-conscious buyer.
SanDisk Sansa Fuze (2GB, black)
The SanDisk Sansa Fuze is a great value--a slim design, simple interface, plentiful features, memory expansion capability, and solid sound quality all come with an easy-to-swallow price tag.
Price: $74.99 - $87.95 (check prices)
Review date: Mar 12, 2008
Very good
Read full review
SanDisk Sansa Clip (1GB, sleek black)
The SanDisk Sansa Clip is an incredible value that's set to edge out the competition with a user-friendly interface, gym-worthy design, and great sound quality.
Price: $35.65 - $40.88 (check prices)
Review date: Oct 8, 2007
Very good
Read full review
Creative Zen Mozaic (2GB, pink)
The Creative Zen Mozaic offers great bang for your buck as far as MP3 players go: get super sound quality, a boatload of features, and a cool interface--all wrapped in a funky design at an ultralow price.
Price: $57.53 - $73.63 (check prices)
Review date: Aug 6, 2008
Very good
Read full review
Creative Zen Stone (1GB, black)
The Creative Zen Stone is a fantastic choice as a secondary MP3 player or for first timers on a budget who want a simple, great-sounding device with limited features and a bargain basement price tag.
Price: $16.99 (check prices)
Review date: May 9, 2007
Very good
Read full review
Sony NWZ-B133F Walkman (1GB, black)
The entry-level Sony B-Series Walkman is a solid choice for the gym thanks to its ultracompact design, quick charge function, and integrated FM tuner--but beware the eye strain.
Price: $44.95 (check prices)
Review date: Sep 25, 2008
Good
Read full review
Apple iPod Shuffle (third generation, 1GB, silver)
If you like your music playback simple and your device nearly invisible, the third-generation iPod Shuffle will suit you well. But absentminded users should steer clear of this easy-to-misplace player.
Price: $47.00 - $49.99 (check prices)
Review date: Sep 12, 2007
Good
Read full review
