Apple's iPod has, through all its different makes and models, had a stranglehold on the portable mp3 player marketplace almost since the day it was introduced in 2001. In fact, the iPod, by even the most basic estimates, has anywhere between 70-85 percent marketshare, in spite of last year's launch of Microsoft's Zune, which was designed, in price and capacity and features, to compete head-to-head with Apple's juggernaut.

For a long time, there's been no real competitor to the Ipod for music lovers. There is no question that the Zune changes that. No matter what comparison you read, the two are remarkably evenly matched in many essential ways, including price. The Zune is slightly bigger, but slightly lighter. The screen is half an inch bigger on the Zune. But most differences are small.

I came late to the world of MP3 players. By the time I finally got my sleek black 4G Apple iPod Nano, the technology was already well established. Everyone I knew seemed to have gotten his or her iPod already and were moving on to cell phones with MP3 capability. So this review is directed toward those who, like me, yearn to be part of the iPod listening world but haven't gotten into the game yet. Despite the fact that it is well past half-time, an Apple iPod Nano is a thing of joy. I have to say is that, for everyone out there still wondering whether they should invest a few hundred dollars for technology that will likely be replaced tomorrow with something new and better, I say a resounding YES. This is one of the best gifts I've ever received, even though I still haven't figured out all the features yet.

Everyday, hundreds of eBay members list iPods for sale, "cheap." Same with Craigslist. Should you buy one of these refurbished iPod? NO! While some refurbished iPods can be as good as a brand-new-out-of-the-box-never-used iPod, the problems come in with "where" you buy them. Don't waste your money buying a refurbished iPod from a complete stranger!

Just in time for the 2006 holiday season, below is a list of best selling iPods at the end of November based on several personal computing and shopping web sites. While the order might change slightly from day to day, this list is an excellent snapshot. In other words, if you're looking for the hottest iPods, the iPod Bestsellers Report is just what you need. Let's get going...

To extend the life of your iPod and keep it in good working condition you must find ways to care for it. Here are 10 simple tips for caring for your priced gadget.

Read this great article to determine your iPod's battery life.

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Before I wrote this article I was sitting on my porch, enjoying the afternoon sun while playing Me and My Katmari on my Ipod. Now I love downloading Ipod games but until recently I didn't even know you could download games onto your Ipod until my friend John showed me how.

The iPod has today attained the status of a necessary accessory. Be it young or old, a student or a professional, parents or children, people of all generations have been enamoured by its appeal and utility. Despite being launched in 2001, almost six years ago by the company Apple, its popularity has only increased by leaps and bounds. The demand for the iPod and its accessories, like the iPod leather case, has only gone up with the passage of time and is still setting new records in terms of sales.