Article: Headphone buyer's guide: improve your iPod experience with a smart upgrade.(Playlist)

Apple's white earbuds, included with every iPod, are pretty good as far as earbuds go. The iPhone version even features a microphone for phone calls, and a button for basic playback control. But if you're still using those earbuds, you're not enjoying your iPod to its full sonic potential. A new set of headphones is probably the most rewarding iPod upgrade you can make. To help you find the perfect set, here are the different types of headphones on the market, their pros and cons, and my picks for some of the best models at various prices.

Earbuds

Earbuds sit loosely in your outer ears. Although earbuds don't produce particularly outstanding sound, ...

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