Most popular portable video players

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  • Toshiba gigabeat S30

    28 Sep 2006 4:47 PM

    Those turned off by previous gigabeat players' messy interface should take a look at this Portable Media Center model, which shows a huge improvement in the usability stakes.

    Specs: Hard disk , 30GB, Yes , Yes , FM radio

  • 8.3

    Apple iPod (30GB, video)

    25 Oct 2005 1:50 PM

    Get the affordable, sleek, and sexy 5G Apple iPod for its audio virtues. Although video looks great, poor video battery life and a relatively small screen hamper its appeal to video heads.

    Specs: Hard disk , 30GB, Yes , No , No

  • 9.1

    Sony PSP (PlayStation Portable)

    29 Sep 2005 3:21 PM

    After months of delay, the Sony PSP is finally here in Australia. Should Nintendo be worried? Read our Australian review.

    Specs: Portable , Wi-Fi

  • iRiver Clix

    13 Nov 2006 3:56 PM

    Think of pop queen Pink's unique combo of sass, good looks and smarts. The iRiver Clix is the portable audio equivalent.

    Specs: Flash , 2GB, 320 x 240 pixels, Yes , Yes , Voice, Line-in

  • Creative Zen Vision:W

    18 Oct 2006 4:56 PM

    The bulky but easy-to-use Creative Zen Vision:W and its nice screen will dazzle video lovers who don't require video recording.

    Specs: 60 GB, 720 x 480 pixels

  • 9.6

    Creative Zen Vision:M (30GB)

    13 Mar 2006 3:58 PM

    Let's get past the fact that it looks like the iPod. The Creative Zen Vision:M, drenched in features, is a refreshing breath of fresh air in the MP3 market.

  • Samsung YP-T9

    01 Nov 2006 1:56 PM

    Despite a few minor issues, the stylish Samsung YP-T9 is a no-brainer: it's easy to use, packed with features, and sounds fantastic. What more could you ask for?

    Specs: Flash , 4GB, 220 x 176 pixels, Yes , Yes , Voice, FM radio

  • 6.9 8

    SanDisk V-Mate Video Memory Card Recorder

    22 Dec 2006 2:40 PM

    An innovative device which simplifies recording video for on-the-go, but there are some video quality and compatibility issues

  • Topfield TFP20

    19 May 2006 4:41 PM

    As a portable media player, the Topfield TFP20 is one of the most fully featured and best-performing units currently out in Australia.

  • 10

    Archos AV700 Mobile DVR (40GB)

    14 Oct 2005 4:47 PM

    The Archos AV700's huge screen should be the device's main selling point, but it fails to live up to its potential.

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