Compare Prices : Sony NW-A1000 6GB - Expert Reviews

Pros: Looks fantastic, Unique features such as Top 100 Favourites and Time Machine, Screen is bright and clear, Easy to use controls

Cons: Heavy for its size, Screen impossible to see in sunlight, Impossible to keep free of fingerprints and smudges, Volume isn't loud enough, Poor software

Verdict: Besides issues with the software, the Sony Walkman is a fine entry into the populated MP3 market and comes highly recommended as an alternative to the iPod.

Review summary: A unique design and improved software from Sony make this the most convincing reason yet to buy an MP3 player from 'the other guy'

Pros: Sleek design ; improved transfer software

Cons: Low maximum volume ; magic' LCD effect doesn't quite work

Review summary: This is certainly a music player that the fashion crowd would love to hold, though its monochrome screen and less than impressive features may not prove attractive to the geeks.

Pros: Sleek design ; improved Connect software ; removable battery

Cons: Middling battery life ; poor display under sunlight

Verdict: The curve may invite scratches

Review summary: Straight out of Star Trek, Sindre Lia reviews Sony's new NW-A1000 walkman audio player - you know, the one that looks like its entire front panel is one gigantic display.

Pros: Object of desire ; good sound quality with proper earphones ; crisp display

Cons: Mediocre out-of-box sound performance ; sub-par music library interaction ; scratch-prone

Review summary: Sony's latest Walkman is a huge step in the right direction, but does it beat the iPod nano?

Verdict: Despite the software, this Sony player is still an excellent piece of equipment. Sound quality, gorgeous design, superb battery life and ease of use make it the best high-capacity digital music player from the big S yet. But is this 6GB device ...