Creative Technology Zen (4 GB) Digital Media Player

Read a strong recommendation for the Zen brand and this particular model in Stuff magazine 3 months ago.  Was strongly considering purchasing this model as in terms of Gb size they are on the best value brands on the market currently.  The brand itself is just a good as an ipod and has the same functions as the 4th generation ipod with only the major differences in the weight and screen shape and size.  The fully charged  battery life of up to 30 hours playback matches the Ipod however owing to its bulkier shape it may not be suitable for running which was the main reason why I was looking for a mp3 player.