A Newbie's non technical review.

@tintin wrote:

I look forward to it. I opted for the 4gb as the 8gb models are pricey now on eBay.  I can always insert a decent sized sd card.  What is it that you prefer with the zip?

Well, and with Rockbox installed, you can use a mega-sized micro-SDXC card–people have used 128GB and 200GB cards.   Smiley Happy

That’s one of the reasons.  Plus, even without Rockbox installed, the Zip doesn’t have the database limitations of the Sport (the Zip uses a more functional/robust microprocessor).  The Zip also feels, to me, to be more polished. 

You may want to check out the Zip reviews posted here under a sticky thread at the top of the Zip forum (including one by yours truly), for more.