Question about MP3 players

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I am technically challenged to say the least. I know alot of you aren't and I was wondering if I could get your opinion on what is the best MP3 player avaliable now.

My son wants the new Nano and yet I see there is a possible recall on them. I tried to buy one at an apple store a week or so ago and they didn't have any of the ...what is it...4 GB ones (the larger one) in stock and I thought....hmmm? I did check out a few of the "geek" websites and the chit chat is not good. Alot of people are reporting problems with the Nano. Admittedly I haven't check consumer reports yet, I prefer real feedback from regular folks who are actually using them. Funny I work for a Marketing Research Firm!!!

So anyway, any advice would be appreciated before I plop down $300.00 - $400.00 on one of these things.

Thanks,
Suzanne