The third-generation Apple iPod nano arrived on the scene with little fanfare in early September of 2007. Apple has announced so many exciting products in recent times (such as the iPhone) that an update to the popular nano range seems tame by comparison.

In actual fact, this third-generation of nano players is pretty exciting. The one key improvement is that you can now watch video on your nano. Of course, watching video on a two-inch screen is not ideal, but for something to keep you occupied on the bus or train on the way to work, it will definitely do.

Another new feature is the inclusion of Cover Flow, which allows you to rummage through your music collection using the cover artwork - visually, it’s similar to flicking through your album library.

Other bonuses include improved battery life - Apple claims 24 hours for music and five hours for video - and value for money (the smallest model in the current range is 4GB and retails for the same price as the 2GB model in the old range).

In the 8GB capacity you can choose from silver, black, blue, green and red, while the 4GB model comes in silver only.

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By Caroline Warnes