No antipiracy tech here. Just 5 supercool players.

Photography by John B. Carnett Photography by John B. Carnett

1. Timex TMX2



The ultimate combo: With 64MB aboard, the TMX2 transforms from wristwatch to pendant to carabiner. Price: $150.



2. CenDyne Gruvstick



Pop the 128MB Gruvstick (or Innogear Duex, below) into a USB port for easy MP3 transport. Both display artist and track information and cost $179.



3. Bantam BA800



Your pictures meet your music with the 256MB BA800—it incorporates a 1.8-inch color display. Price: $299.



4. Creative Labs Nomad Zen



Plug it into a USB or Firewire port for ultrafast downloads to its 20GB, 8,000-song hard drive. Price: $350.



5. Sonic Blue Rio S35S



A rubber grip, one-button navigation, FM radio, 128MB and armband make it a perfect workout companion. Price: $200.

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