Apple iPod Nano vs. Microsoft Zune

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Apple iPod Nano vs. Microsoft Zune

By Donald Bell

JUDGES: Jasmine France, Donald Bell, and Brian Tong

Apple iPod Nano

Microsoft Zune

You know it's going to be a heated MP3-player battle when you pit an iPod against its sworn enemy: the Zune. Apple and Microsoft have released very similar-looking products this season, which only fuels the need for this prizefight.

In one corner, we have the fourth-generation iPod Nano, with its curved design, built-in tilt sensor, and iTunes software. In the other corner, we have the flash-based Zune, packing Wi-Fi, subscription music, and a killer RDS FM radio. Still, despite some clear differences, both players share many things in common (including their prices).

Without wasting another second, let's toss these two tiny MP3 players into the ring and see who prevails after the five brutal rounds of our CNET Prizefight.

About the judges

Jasmine France is a Senior Associate Editor for MP3 players and digital audio at CNET. Of the seemingly endless array of products that passes through her hands, only the strong survive.

Donald Bell is the Senior Editor for MP3 players and digital audio at CNET. He's still making up his mind on whether MP3 players are the best thing to happen to music, or the worst.

Brian Tong is an Editor and Host of Prizefight on CNET TV. He's currently shifting himself from iTunes to the Amazon Music Store.