Which MP3 Player?

I’m thinking of getting a MP3 Player to replace my Minidisc Player but cant find one that:

  • Has enough capacity to take a reasonable amount of stuff – 1 or 2 gb is fine
  • Stores any kind of files – drag n drop – USB connection
  • Has a long battery life – 30 hours –  or runs from replaceable batteries.
  • Is rechargable independently – not carrying a computer to recharge a USB mp3 player!
  • Has a radio tuner – when travelling I like listening to local radio
  • Can record would be nice, not essential

I don’t care if it isn’t an iPod. The whole “iPod” thing is a bit lost on me, I don’t want to carry a trillion CD’s on a fragile hard-drive that I know I’ll drop.

So far the best bet is the Sony NWA608S MP3 Walkman (2GB with FM tuner) + some sort of recharger as it’s USB only. Have also thought of a combo mobile phone/player but my contract has a year to go and my provider doesn’t offer the Sony ones that look like the best bet here.

Any recommendations?