1GB Sony mylo

Pros: Great design and all-around functionality

Cons: 120V-only charger, no AAC, can't download files, fairly weak reception and no alarm clock

The Bottom Line: This is a wonderful new product. Not merely an MP3 player, it's a cool new gadget without a real category - there's nothing else like it!

Review: Another reception update I have confirmed my findings that Wi-Fi reception on the mylo is rather poor, which is a real shame. It's also something Sony acknowledges in the fine print - the specs for the unit claim a range of "10-30m", with even ...

Pros: Cute. Should let you get rid of your landline.

Cons: Friends can't hear me when I use it to place phone calls.

The Bottom Line: Might be a good music machine, but was lousy for me as a phone.

Review: Such a darling little thing. Love at first sight. I bought Mylo so I could get rid of my landline and piggy-back on my high-speed internet connection. I decided not to worry about 911, as I have five dogs. They will scare away all but the nuttiest ...