Creative Labs offers a unique design with the TravelSound i80 for iPod Nano, an ultracompact speaker that sells for $80 and gets surprisingly loud. It's only compatible with the third-generation iPod Nanos and it doesn't sound great, but it's cute and travel-friendly, so it's still a solid choice for frequent-fliers with an eye for design.

• Editors' rating: 6.3, good

• The good: The Creative TravelSound i80 offers a unique, supercompact design and an integrated iPod dock. It comes with a stand, travel pouch and power adapter.

• The bad: The Creative TravelSound i80 suffers from tinny sound and lacks stereo separation. It will not work with any player other than the third generation iPod Nano.

• The bottom line: The Creative TravelSound i80 speaker is a solid option for third-generation iPod Nano owners who value portability and integration over top-notch sound-quality.

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