iPod or Zen?

I had to return two video iPods before I finally went with the Vision:M. The first iPod had a broken button, and the second one had a bunch of dead pixels.

My Vision:M is pretty great, and I have not had any problems with it so far.

So basically, go with an iPod if you want access to a ridiculous amount of accessories, better and easier access to customer support, if you really enjoy iTunes, and to be part of the crowd. Everyone has an iPod, and they are definitely more fashionable and better looking than the Vision:M. Go with a Vision:M if you are an audio nut, want to have a better screen, and you like being different.

Vision:M pretty much wins when it comes to performance in my opinion.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

I purchased my iPod at an Apple store.

I bought my Vision:M from Best Buy.

If we are going by performance/quality, Vision:M wins hands down. There is no debate about that.

The question here is which MP3 players best suits your needs and which one makes you feel the most comfortable. If Rockbox is really important to people, then obviously the iPod is the best choice. But I feel that the Vision:M has a little bit more to offer than the iPod.

There's nowhere I can't reach.

I would just like to comment on the thickness of the Vision:M.

Yes, when compared to the 30GB 5th generation iPod, the Vision:M looks hideous. However, the look and thickness is really no different than previous versions of the iPod. Besides the negative aspect of not fitting in your pocket, I prefer the thickness. It handles much easier in your hand.

Don't let the thickness be a huge deterrent.

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.