This drool-inducing Archos 604 sets the standard.

• Sleek design • Stunning screen • Supports multiple video formats and content providers • Good value

• Recording dock optional • Some interface issues

Creative gives Apple a run for its money with a refreshingly compact design and a cheaper price tag.

• Less expensive than the iPod nano • Attractive, compact design • FM tuner and line-in recording • PlaysForSure compatible

• Joystick is too small • Mediocre screen resolution • Choppy video playback

This slick communicator offers speedy Wi-Fi Web access, music and video playback, and the ability to Skype on the go. But is that enough to win over the Sidekick set?

• Gorgeous screen • Excellent user interface • Mobile Skype access • Can multitask with music playing

• Tiny keyboard keys • No e-mail client • Hit-or-miss Web page formatting • Pricey

The best iPod nano alternative yet comes with a bigger screen, more capacity, and more featues.

Difficult-to-use controls mar an otherwise solid flash-based digital audio player.

A bright display and refreshingly simple controls make the Clix a serious contender.

Grab this portable and watch your favorite shows anytime, anywhere.

Grab this portable and watch your favorite shows anytime, anywhere.

The portable media player with the best screen and most flexible recording options.

Grab this portable and watch your favorite shows anytime, anywhere.