Microsoft has answered the Apple Ipod with an mp3 music player of their own. So how does it compare? Personally I prefer the Ipod over zune. I think it just sounds better and while I would not call it a high fidelity player, it’s pretty good for the intended purpose. As a bonus, the ipod is a great looking player thats easy to live with. I recommend upgrading to some better headphones then the stock ones. I don’t particularly like the stock phones. They are not very comfortable. Just my take.