my friend has the 1gb version of this and she loves it because it's so tiny and stores enough music for a jog. plus it can't be beat at this price. the 1gb version is pretty cheap and great for gifts. the only thing is that the randomization isn't great.

Amazon is selling 4GB version for $35.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00126V8WU/

This has been the same price for at least 2-3 weeks... I picked one up a couple weeks ago; solid player with FM. My only complaint is that volume adjustment is in steps instead of infinately variable like with my ipod, and with the headphones I use, one step is too quiet and the next up is too loud.

How is the battery life?

but, in red?

#2, thanks for the Amazon link. I got the 2GB version from last year BF. This play is very good. It is small, light weight and can be clipped to your pocket.
#5, the color red is not bad.

Newegg has the black 2g for $25 shipped today but now looks like it is sold out. I don't even need another one but since these are so cheap, what the hell

sears has it for $35.00