APC Magazine reviews iPod knockoff: "CoCoPod"
updated 09:20 pm EDT, Wed June 2, 2004
CoCoPod vs. iPod
, the CoCoPod, sells for the same price as the 20GB iPod, but offers more functionality: "Weighing in at 158g (including the built-in, rechargeable Lithium-ion battery) and measuring 11.1 x 6.9 x 2.2cm, the unit is a comfortable pocket companion for day-to-day use. It doesn’t match the build quality of the iPod, and navigating with the roll-and-click type scroll wheel isn’t anywhere near as elegant as the iPod’s circular touchpad, but it works well. Support is provided for MP3, WMA and WAV files, as well as the ability to record on-the-fly and from the FM receiver in the MP3 format. The unit also includes an SD/MMC reader, a built-in microphone for voice notes, and a line-in connection for recording from sources such as a stereo system or mixing deck," according to APC Magazine.
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it's not more functional
Other than WMA files, the ipod actually supports for file formats: AAC (up to 320 kbit/s), MP3 (up to 320 kbit/s), MP3 Variable Bit Rate (VBR), WAV, AIFF, Audible.
AND
it can be used as a portable external drive for all types of files while still retaining its purpose as a music player.
It can even be bootable - but only on the mac ;–)