This is a amazing invention from Apple that has revolutionized portable media. Sure there's the iphone and itouch now and the 60 gb version of te video ipod holds more, but this is best for those who are looking for an inexpensive alternative to boring or dull rides to work or school. It's a must for anyone who travels or goes anywhere. It stores up to 7,500 songs, 20,000 photos, or 75 hours of video playback. It has a 2.5-inch (diagonal) color LCD with LED backlight and up to 14 hours of music playback; up to 3 hours of slideshows with music; up to 2 hours of video playback. It comes with earbud headphones and USB cable and is compatible with Mac OS X v10.3.9 or later, Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or later, or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 2 or later. the iTunes is an easy program to use to get all your music and video on without any problems. First-time users will not have to worry because it is simple to use. It's also great when working out and small enough to fit in any pocket. Buying a case with it is recommended because it might fall, but the plastic cases for $19.99 are fine and durable. Overall on a scale of 1=10, this is definetly a 10.