iPod stands out

The New York Times says the in the crowded digital media player market: "The rivals come from electronics makers (Samsung) and from fellow computer makers (Dell, Gateway), as well as from veteran music-player makers (Rio, Creative Labs, iRiver). Most have the familiar iPod ingredients...The other notable feature of these competitors is a marketing message that's either 'just like the iPod, only cheaper' or 'just like the iPod, only better.' Now, you're a busy person, so here's the gist: most of these rivals are cheaper - usually $100 less. But 'better' is another story. The iPod is still smaller, more attractive and more thoughtfully designed than any of the upstarts."

by MacNN Staff