I’m sure that right now, some of the people here love iPods, and some hate em.  I’ve got one, and it’s served me well for almost a year.  Some of the older ones fell flat, or had problems.  For now, mine is working just fine.  30 gb, about 3 of em filled, a few vids included, and i’m happy.  Anyhow, a little bit on the development of the iPod.

http://www.wired.com/news/columns/cultofmac/0,71956-0.html?tw=wn_story_page_prev2