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Compare most popular mp3-Players to 40 GB iPod MP3 Player

Product Name 40 GB iPod MP3 Player

40 GB iPod MP3 Player

Apple iPod (40GB, 4th generation)

Apple iPod (40GB, 4th generation)

Apple iPod Touch (third generation, 64GB)

Apple iPod Touch (third generation, 64GB)

Zune HD (32GB - platinum)

Zune HD (32GB - platinum)

Apple iPod Photo (40GB)

Apple iPod Photo (40GB)

Release Date 09/08/2003 07/21/2004 09/09/2009 09/15/2009 10/26/2004
Price Range Check latest prices » $350 Check latest prices » $374-$380 Check latest prices » $289-$290
Review Summary We love almost everything about this beautifully designed player, but the battery life could be longer. Apple's fourth-generation iPod delivers notable improvements to an already excellent product--and at a lower price. Though the updates are subtle, the third-generation iPod Touch still leaves its competitors in the dust. The Zune HD delivers one of the best portable music and video experiences money can buy. At a time when many people have shifted their focus to games and applications, providing a killer media experience may not be enough for potential Zune buyers. Although it's no longer available through Apple, the 40GB iPod Photo is a good value, considering its lower street price and inclusion of some key accessories.
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Basic Specs

Product type Hard drive Hard drive Digital player Digital player / radio Digital player
PC interface(s) supported FireWire FireWire, Hi-Speed USB Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Hi-Speed USB Wi-Fi, Hi-Speed USB FireWire, Hi-Speed USB
Flash memory installed No built-in memory No built-in memory 64 GB Integrated 32 GB Integrated No built-in memory
Digital storage Built-in 40 GB Hard disk drive Built-in 40 GB Hard disk drive None None Built-in 40 GB Hard disk drive
Weight 6.2 oz 6.2 oz 4.1 oz 2.6 oz 6.4 oz
Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.4 in x 0.73 in x 4.1 in 2.4 in x .69 in x 4.1 in 2.4 in x 0.3 in x 4.3 in 2.1 in x 0.4 in x 4 in 2.4 in x 0.7 in x 4.1 in
Color Black White Polished aluminum Platinum silver White
Included accessories Docking station Docking station Polishing cloth, Docking station adapter 3 pairs of ear tips Carrying case, Docking station
Software type Apple iTunes for Mac, Apple iTunes for Windows Apple iTunes for Mac, Apple iTunes for Windows Drivers & Utilities Apple iTunes for Mac, Apple iTunes for Windows
iPod Generation 3G 4G 3G 4G
Available body colors Silver Black, Platinum silver White
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