![](http://www.independent.co.uk/migration_catalog/article5111552.ece/ALTERNATES/w80/28.jpeg "<p><b>iPod classic</p></b><p>The classic has a traditional iPod styling,though at its most chic and beautiful. Its120GB capacity means you can squeeze up to30,000 songs on to it, or 150 hours of video.The latest version includes a Genius feature,whichwhen you choose one track reckons toknow what other songs go well with it. TheiPod operating system is tremendously attractiveand easy to use. Before the iPod and Creative'sfirst MP3 player, the idea of carrying allyour music in your pocket was impossible.</p><p><i>Apple (0800 783 4846;www.apple.com/uk) - £179</p></i><p><a href="http://uk.kelkoopartners.net/ctl/do/search?siteSearchQuery=Apple+iPod+classic+120+GB+silver&partner=theindependent&amp;partnerId=96921523" target="_blank">Click here to purchase Apple iPod classic 120 GB silver</a></p>")
Sony Bravia 40-inch LCD TV
Thetwo main kinds of flatscreen TV are LCD and plasma. Though better than plasma in most situations, especially brightly lit rooms, LCD can't match the contrast levels of plasma. This 40W4500 LCD model, however, comes pretty close, and delivers strong, contrasty results. The picture quality is outstanding, with bright colours and excellent detail. With LCD, it's important to have effective image processing to avoid juddering effects or motion blur. Here, both are hardly noticeable even in fast-moving action and sports.Thedesign of the frame is pretty spiffy, too.
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