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iPod Alternatives: Page 8 of 14

The device gives you the option of changing the background to one of the seven pre-set color schemes that will either stay the same each day, or cycle through the days of the week. You can also load some JPEG images onto the device and use those as the background.

Priced comparably to the iPod, the iRiver Clix is a must-see for anyone who wants the best functionality and quality at a price that won't empty the wallet. Simply put, the iRiver Clix is one of the best music players I have ever used.


Sandisk Sansa Connect
The Sansa Connect has quite a reputation to live up to among MP3 players. Unfortunately, it didn't quite perform the way I had hoped. Although the Wi-Fi wireless capability is a nice addition that helps set the player apart (and will likely usher in a new wave of players offering the same capability), using the Wi-Fi was more of a pain than useful.



Sandisk Sansa Connect

The Sansa Connect only works with a DHCP router, which means a static IP setup will not work with the player. Unfortunately, Sandisk did not include a menu option to input a specific IP address -- in order to get it to work, you need to set your router up to accept dynamic IP addresses or (if it doesn't have that option) go buy yourself a new router.