iPod alternative   |  March 16, 2005  

By Peter Wolchak

MPIO HD300
The 20GB HD300 costs approximately $370, which is only about $30 cheaper than an iPod of the same capacity, but MPIO throws in a couple of nice features. The HD300 supports more file formats, has a builtin microphone for voice recording and — most importantly — it sports an FM tuner, for those who like to
listen to radio in between the MP3s.

The HD300 also comes in a 40GB version.