Philips SA60 4 GB Flash Video MP3 Player with FM Tuner (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I researched many an MP3 player.There are other players that have features that I think are cool (alarm clock, ability to change colors and font, expansion slot, etc.) but these features cost more, and though cool I really don't need them.

The Philips Go Gear is just what I needed at an excellent price.I do not have an extensive library so the 4GB model is perfect for me.The player is really easy to use (I would consider myself moderately tech savvy.)The player shows both track time and elapsed time.It also shows the time and date.

This is a good looking player with a bit of heft so that it doesn't feel like a toy.I like the turquoise backlight, and you can set it for various time intervals.Additionally, I find the font size easy to read.The player is a bit of a fingerprint magnet, but I am not terribly bothered by this.

The sound quality is excellent.You can turn the volume down so that you don't hear the music (if you need to talk to someone.) or you can jam at max volume.I personally would love to be able to listen at a quieter volume when I am in a quiet space but this is not a big deal.There are also various built-in equalizers (jazz, rock, pop, etc.), and you can also set it to your own preferences.

WMP has been really easy to use.I love the sync feature.

I have great reception from the radio and I really like that you can set the radio for reception from Europe, Asia, and the US.Great for travel.

The included earphones are typical of most MP3 players.I prefer to use my own.

The battery life is adequate.

I personally can't imagine using the video feature often with such a tiny screen, but the included Philips video looked fantastic.The included Philips pictures also had great clarity.I definitely plan to download pictures to share with friends.

I think this is a fantastic player, and I am really pleased with it!

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Product Description:
Enjoy video, photos and music on the move with the Philips SA6045 4 GB flash audio and video player. This state-of-the-art portable video companion lets you enjoy videos and photos alongside your favorite music. Features include a color 2.2" LCD display, MP3/WMA/WMV playback, FM radio, voice recording, and more.Video/Photo Viewing
This small, wearable device lets you view movies or video anywhere you go. Convert your favorites to WMV with the included software. Both video and photos look great on the bright 2.2" screen. Enjoy up to 4 hours of video (or 15 hours of music) on one charge of the Li-polymer battery. Charge and add or sync media directly from PC via USB.
MP3 Player
The SA6045 plays your favorite MP3 or WMA music files, and also supports Windows Media DRM for Portable Devices, and most download & subscription music services.
FM Radio/Voice Recorder
Listen to your favorite radio stations on the built-in FM radio. Record notes to yourself, lectures or more in WAV format with the built-in voice recorder.
What's in the Box
SA6045; Headphones; USB cable; Quick Start Guide; CD-ROM containing Windows Media Player 11, Philips Device Manager, MediaConverter for Philips, User Manual, and FAQ.

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SanDisk Sansa c140 1 GB MP3 Player (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)The SanDisk Sansa c140 is much smaller and easier to carry than a CD/MP3 player, and that is a plus for traveling. Several reviews below gave a low rating to the player's sound fidelity, but it sounds clear and rich to me on voice or music.My main for purpose for using itis voice Podcasts.I have been using my player for about three weeks.

There are two volume levels in the Settings.The highest volume in the default or low setting is not very high.This means any background noise can easily overshadow what is playing.Changing to the higher level is a distinct help when walking along the street or listening on an airliner.

Several previous reviewers also complained about short battery life.The AAA alkaline battery that came with the unit gave out before its listed time, but it may have been weak from sitting on a shelf.The battery meter in the display does not give any reliable clue as to when the battery will fail.Always carry a spare battery with you, especially if you are using rechargeable batteries.Otherwise, it seems to be a great little unit and I am looking forward to getting a lot of use from it.

The player is easy to use without installing the factory software.As long as "MTP" shows on the screen when connected by cable to the computer, just drag and drop files.It does not matter if files are in a folder or not.The player finds and plays them in alphabetical order.If properly shut down, it remembers where you stopped and begins there the next time the player is used.It will even save your place during a reasonably quick battery change.When a battery fails, the player starts again at the beginning of the file playing when the battery failed.

The PDF manual on the software disc is far more detailed than the printed quick start guide and is worth reading soon after your purchase.

It is not difficult to navigate the menu, but a little practice makes use of the controls much easier.The FM radio feature is nice to have.

The voice recorder works well.Files are stored in the Record folder in the unit's memory.You are supposed to be able to play them on the player, but I had to move them to my computer first.The files appear with a WAV extension on the player, but appear on the computer as MP3 files.The microphone does not produce a loud recording and must be held close to the mouth, making it easy to get a lisp on the recording.

The player will not accept an external memory card, but with 1 GB of internal memory, it is large enough to hold an entire MP3 audio Bible.

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Product Description:
Enjoy skip-free music playback and photo slideshows with the amazingly small and lightweight SanDisk Sansa c140 flash memory digital audio player, which features 1 GB of storage and a 1.2-inch color screen. It offers MP3 and WMA playback and is also compatible with secure PlaysForSure files. It also includes a digital FM tuner (with record function) and a voice recorder (via built-in microphone).


Choose a Sansa c100 series player (c140 or c150) that has the right capacity for your needs.

The Sansa c100 series players mix great design and durability. View larger. The color LCD screen displays album art from currently playing songs, and can also display photo thumbnails. The digital FM tuner has 20 station presets, and enables you to easily record programming on the fly. It's powered by a single AAA battery, which provides up to 15 hours of continuous play. The 1 GB memory will hold approximately 16 hours of CD-quality MP3 tracks (encoded at 128 kbps) or 32 hours of WMA tracks (at 64 kbps). It connects to PCs via a USB 2.0 connection (cable included) and it's compatible with Windows XP SP1/SP2 systems with Windows Media Player 10 software.
The SanDisk Sansa c140 digital audio player uses PlaysForSure technology. Look for the PlaysForSure logo if you're shopping for a portable music or video device and you want to make sure the digital music and video you purchase will play back on it every time. Match the PlaysForSure logo on a large selection of leading devices and online music stores. If you see the logo, you'll know your digital music will play for sure. Choose from a large number of digital music and video stores, including MTV's Urge, Rhapsody, Yahoo!, MSN Music, MusicMatch, MusicNow, Napster, Wal-Mart Music Downloads, and many more.

What's in the Box
SanDisk Sansa c140, lanyard, headphones, AAA battery, USB cable, QuickStart guide, and installation CD-ROM (with online user guide).

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Zune 30 GB Digital Media Player (Pink) Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently received this for Mothers Day from my children and one of them installed a program to convert any dvd movie to play on my ZUNE, so this is much better than an Video Ipod, as the screen size makes it very enjoyable to watch movies on ! How smart of Microsoft to introduce this color before a major 'Holiday'! Be sure to purchase a screen cover ; a small square of thin plastic that protects it from scratches but will not be noticeable during movie or photo playback. A case with a kickstand to hold the Zune horizontaly is nice as well as keeping it covered when not in use. All in all ,I am very pleased with my gift,no matter what the color!

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Entertainment and sharing to go. That's the Zune 30 GB Digital Media Player. The Zune plays music and videos, displays images, and unlike the iPod, it even receives FM radio so you can stay on top of local news or sports. Designed around the principles of sharing, discovery, and community, Zune connects people and empowers them with the tools needed to share entertainment experiences. The Zune experience is centered around connection--connection to your library, friends, community, and other Zunes. It's powered by software that allows users to manage files on the player, rip audio CDs, and buy from a wide selection of music and videos at the Zune Marketplace.


The Zune lets you share music and pictures with other Zune users in the area.

The controls are designed to be familiar and easy to use so you can jump right in and start having fun. View larger.

Zune software can find compatible music files on your PC and copy them to your Zune device.

Wireless Zune-to-Zune sharing lets you share your favorite tracks and photos.

Browse more than 100,000 artist bios and hundreds of playlists in the Zune Marketplace. The Zune is a 30 GB digital media player, but there's a twist. You can wirelessly share selected full-length sample tracks, playlists, pictures, or your own home-grown tunes directly from Zune to Zune (within 30 feet). You can listen to the full-length songs that you receive up to three times in three days, flag the ones you love, and easily buy them the next time you sync up--its like test-driving songs before you purchase an album.
The Zune's navigation is simple and intuitive with a scroll wheel and basic buttons, and the big, bright screen makes it easy to browse music and show off your favorite pictures and videos. This attractive, smart device stores up to 7,500 songs, 25,000 pictures, or 100 hours of video. Get creative. Make playlists on the go and watch slide shows while you're listening. And if you're watching video on the Zune, you'll be pleased with the landscape mode that allows you to get the most out of the vivid display.
Zune-to-Zune Sharing
Don't forget the primary principle of the Zune: sharing. With this device in hand you're holding an opportunity to share music and photos wirelessly from one Zune to another. Send your favorite tracks or images to your friends, or just about anyone with a Zune that's within your reach.
Whether you're walking down the street, in a room with a bunch of friends, at a concert, at the airport, or on the bus, you can whip out your Zune and see all the other Zune devices that surround you. In the blink of an eye you're connected to your best friend and you can send over your band's newest song. Another friend might get the hilarious podcast your little brother made at school, plus that hot new song you just downloaded from the Zune Marketplace. And, of course, there's all the good stuff that your friends want to send back your way. The connections are made and the Zune community grows.
Best of all, the song you sent (or received) isn't a short 30-second preview--it's the whole song. Your friend can sample the song up to three times in three days, flag it on their device and then buy it from the Zune Marketplace. You can send pictures, too. If you loved the photo of your dog at the park and you just have to share it with your buddies, shoot it off to whoever is around. And any pictures that are sent or received can be kept and viewed indefinitely.
Sometimes you don't want to be noticed, and the Zune allows you to fly under the radar. All you need to do is turn the wireless function off, or adjust the privacy settings to control whether people can see you are online. And if you want to keep your Zune private while studying in the library or reading the newspaper on the bus, you can also block Zune devices in wireless range from sending you a song.
Zune Marketplace
Zune makes it easy to find music you love--whether it's songs in your existing library or new music from the Zune Marketplace. You can easily import your existing music, pictures, and videos in many popular formats from your PC and browse millions of songs at the Zune Marketplace where you can purchase individual tracks or buy a Zune Pass subscription to download as many songs as you want for a flat fee. Plus, you can apply Microsoft Points towards the purchase of music so you can buy online without a credit card for added security. At the Zune Marketplace you can read over 100,000 artist biographies and features from leading magazines including XLR8R, NME, and FADED, and you'll have easy access to Billboard Charts, including Billboard 200, Hot 100 Songs, and more. You'll even be able to browse what people in the Zune community are listening to by checking out the Zune Charts.
Pre-Loaded Content
Zune is a vehicle to explore new sounds and share entertainment experiences. With that in mind, the Zune comes pre-loaded with a variety of songs and videos from hot, new artists, as well as some fun films and images. With something for everyone, the pre-loaded Zune content may help you discover your new favorite band, but at the very least you'll have some entertainment at your fingertips so you can start connecting and sharing. Zune pre-loaded content includes loads of audio tracks, music videos, and film shorts, plus 12 classic rock posters from "Art of Modern Rock: The Poster Explosion."
Zune Accessories
You can choose from a full line of accessories to outfit your Zune. These three Zune Accessory Packs provide complete solutions for Zune in your car, in your home or while you travel. Individual accessories are also available.

The Zune Car Pack includes everything needed to hit the road with a Zune device, such as the built-in FM tuner with AutoSeek and the Zune Car Charger.
The Zune Home A/V Pack enhances your experience in the home through five products that integrate Zune with the TV and music speakers: Zune AV Output Cable, Zune Dock, Zune Sync Cable, Zune AC Adapter and the Zune Wireless Remote for Zune Dock.
The Zune Travel Pack is a set of five products designed to keep friends and family entertained on the road: Zune Premium Earphones, Zune Dual Connect Remote, Zune Gear Bag, Zune Sync Cable and the Zune AC Adapter.

What's in the Box
Zune 30 GB Digital Media Player, earphones, USB cable, and sleeve.

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