There may also be some extra considerations like: digital audio, FM transmitter, micro-photo, voice recorder and PC compatible. These features will vary with different MP3 players and iPods. Digital audio option increases the sound quality. Photo images can be displayed by Micro-photo players. Voice recording feature may be available with some players while others may have PC compatibility. Some players can also play the FM.

Navigation can become much easier with the help of vertical touch pads which are provided with some players. These pads can fit your hand easily and they are very small in size.

MP3 payers and iPods use rechargeable and removable batteries. Different types of batteries used in these players are: lithium, lithium polymer rechargeable or rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries. Some players may also use alkaline batteries. The amount of battery you will require will depend on the time for which you be using your player. Generally, you can play the player for 16 to 24 hours without recharging it. You can charge your player in several ways. You can charge it either with car chargers or USB port on the computer or with wall chargers.

Players also have in-built radio. So you can listen to the radio in case you get bored of the music that is stored in the player. The MP3 players and iPods may offer 32 radio stations. Games are also available with these players. Games may already be stored or you may need to download them.

Recording features is an excellent feature. You can use it for recording music from FM. You can record many things which are important in your life with this in-built voice recorder available in MP3 players and iPods. You can record some important conversation or your baby's first words or some important interview!

There is also a Personal organization option available with these players. There is calendar, contact list and task list. These are in sync with Microsoft Outlook. These features are available with hard drives and not with flash drives.

You can make yourself happy by enjoying skip-free playback for free. It also has pre-set EQ settings and custom equalizer. This setting will play the music in a way you like it. Settings are available for classical, acoustic, , disco, jazz, house, pop, new age and rock. All this can be done at the touch of a button!

 These players are very easy to carry. MP3 players and iPods can fit just anywhere. They are very light weight, may weigh as light as 0.8 oz. they are thus very portable and easy to manage!

These digital media players can cost you $100 to $300. The price will depend on the type of model which you have selected. The price of each player depends on the features and capabilities it has. However the range is usually between $100 and $300.

These players come in different shades and colors. Different colored cases are also available. So you can get one in your favorite color!