Ok, I have to contribute now. There is a lot of misinformation floating around on this thread. HAT, if you want accurate descriptions of iPod functionality, I recommend checking out the iPod/iTunes support and discussion pages on Apples site here:
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/
I know taste is a personal thing, but some of the things that have been posted on this thread are just wrong. I don't want to start going back and forth here, so I won't go into details, but I would do some of your own research on this HAT, before believing a lot of the info here. PMB, I'm not sure you fully grasp the concept of what iTunes and the iPod are designed to do, but by all means, enjoy recording 1GB of music onto your mini disc in real time.
Audiophile
ps I have a 60GB iPod filled to capacity, and if I'm in the mood for 1 particular song, I never have trouble finding it, because I know how to organize my playlists. Of course, when driving, I always use shuffle. Truth is, there is no real practical solution to browse through a ton of music while driving, and that applies to the iPod, a book full of CD's, or an MP3 disc. Although, HK's Drive + Play looks promising. Just google "Drive + Play" to see what I mean.
Safe driving everyone!
