Luxpro Pico (2GB) - Review : Music & Play - CNET Asia

From Nano to Pico - Apple Gets One-Upped by Clone

Last year, a company called Luxpro showed off a knock-off of its iPod Shuffle audio player. Last Summer Apple announced the iPod Nano to rave reviews, with more than a little amazement that so much could be packed ito such a small size. Well, wouldn't you know, the folks at Luxpro did it again, within a couple months after the iPod Nano was introduced, the Luxpro Pico was announced.

The Pico looks like it is the same size as the Nano. It also has a black case and a color screen. The control wheel is different. Not only does the Nano play mp3 and WMA files, it also has an FM radio tuner (with recording from FM possible) and a built in mic and high-quality audio recording feature.

Apple's lawyers will probably prevent the Pico from being sold openly here in the states, but I suspect that it will be available from time to time on eBay.

If Apple is smart, they'll buy this Taiwanese company lock stock & barrel and convert them to the "good side of the force."

Luxpro Pico (2GB) - Review : Music & Play - CNET Asia