Okay, here's my revised spec.
Must-haves:
- a feature that allows me to create and modify playlists *from the player* (without having to hook into a computer) and repeat them indefinitely.
- an easy and fast transfer to and from a Windows XP computer.
- no skipping sound when listening to certain types of file.
- a 1 Gig minimum storage capacity
- a radio tuner (with possibility to save favourite stations)
- a more than 15 hours battery that works interchangeably with AA or rechargeable battery, and possibility to recharge *without* having a laptop around.
- Small, light and robust.
Would really rather it had (but would be ready to compromise):
- WMA Compatibility.
- Possibility to play in a car in the way Kaylle mentioned.
- A 10 Gig storage capacity with possibility to download pictures from my digital camera when I have no computer around.
Not really necessary:
- direct USB plug (if it needs a USB cable, I'm not too bothered)
- Radio and voice recorder (I wouldn't use that kind of feature)
- Direct recording from a CD player (again, not a feature I'd use)
Finally, and since websites make such a fuss about the look of MP3 players, let me state that I really don't care whether it's red, blue, black or yellow with purple polka dots.
Kaethel
