For those of you who are worried about the battery aspect, it seems that you can replace it on your own if you have some initiative and a little skill w/ your hands. Doesn't require much though. Back in August I read an issue in PC Magazine article that showed step by step instructions on how to replace it on your own. Tonight I found some websites where you can buy battery replacements.

PC Magazine tutorial.

Some websites for batteries:

http://www.laptopsforless.com/

http://www.ipodbatterydepot.com

http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/ipod/