In what way is it better than you thought?
And in terms of modding, thats good and all, but its a music device.
I've read something on the net about audio quality and these were listed. 1 being the best sounding:
Sony HD range,
Iaudio (I have to agree for this to be the best in my eyes)
Creative,
and dead last behind everything else, Ipod.
They did argue though that since you'd be using it out on the streets, etc, why does audio quality matter when you have all your music with you.
I just don't agree with that.
WHAT TO DO:
Apple being the corporation they are, could easily make the audio better. Adding a custom EQ, and better audio techniques, like what Iaudio use (BBE, etc) to improve on bass and what not.
So why don't they? It makes sense...
If they did that, I'd be more keen on them, because thats all they need!