iriver Clix Rhapsody 4 GB Digital Music and Video Player (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)Player that has it all.This player does more that most any other.MP3, WMA music files I can drag and drop AND use Windows Media player AND use Rhapsody for subscription music (Napster subscription service works too, but doesn't have Rhapsody's awesome channels, which are like having a personal DJ)Just about any other music service out there will work, and you can still rip and copy your own files.

But wait, I'm just getting started.This thing plays videos on it's beautiful QVGA screen.If you think you can't stand a tiny screen, you haven't seen the Clix's OLED display.It's crisp, bright and easy on the eyes.Some of these small screens show pixels and ghost images, not so with the Clix2.I can watch for hours and not mind at all.

Okay, I'm not even close to done yet.We also have Audible capabilities.Audible is a great audiobook service that gets all the latest audiobooks and makes them available for download, these transfer over to the Clix2 in a snap and provide hours and hours of enjoyment for everyone who likes books but has trouble finding the time to read.

Want more?Sure!The built in FM radio is easy to use and picks up more stations than any of my portable players, it has something like 20 presets and will set them all in no time.

What's the catch? you must be thinking.Don't ask me, I'm still looking for one.Good volume output with buds or full size headphones, great equalizer presets, a manual EQ and SRS WOW magic stuff that makes headphones and speakers sound like they cost a bundle of cash.

Oh, wait!You want more?Really?OK, Clix delivers.You can look at pictures, browse through or see an automatic slide show (while listening to your tunes, of course)and if you got some time to kill, it comes with 4 great flash games you can play.If you look around you can find more on the web.

So, I must say that I'm really pleased with the HUGE array of features, the sound quality and overall operation of this player.It has NO equals in it's category.

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Freshly updated with a sleek design, a vibrant 2.2-inch full-color AMOLED screen, and 4 GB of internal memory, the redesigned second-generation iriver Clix Rhapsody plays music, video, photos, and more. In addition to supporting MPEG1/2/2.5, WMA, ASF, WMV9 SP, MPEG4, Macromedia Flash Lite 2.1, TXT, and non-progressive JPEG multimedia files, the Clix Rhapsody has been specially tuned to work with the Rhapsody To Go subscription service so that millions of songs are available to you at the touch of a button (subscription fees apply). To allow users to try the Rhapsody music service before paying any additional fees, the device comes with a 30-day trial membership to Rhapsody To Go.
Up to 24 hours of battery life.
In addition to robust audio, video, and still picture playback capabilities, the Clix sports a voice-recording mode--a great feature for students and business users. It even offers seven preset EQ settings so that users can listen to their music exactly the way they want. Other great features include a digital clock, an alarm, a digital FM tuner, and a timer. The Clix is compatible with Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista operating systems (and the player is compatible with both MTP and UMS modes).
With an internal Li-Poly rechargeable battery, the Clix offers users up to 24 hours of playback battery life. Sporting speedy USB 2.0 connectivity, the Clix measures 3.16 x 1.82 x .5 inches and weighs a scant 1.94 ounces. The player comes backed by a 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty.
Rhapsody
Feature requires Rhapsody To Go membership. A free 30-day trial for new members is included, then $14.99 per month.
Rhapsody To Go membership allows access to even more music.
What's in the Box
iriver Clix Rhapsody 4 GB multimedia player, earphones, installation CD, 30-day trial membership to Rhapsody To Go, printed quick start guide, and a USB 2.0 cable.

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RCA Lyra RD2315 512 MB Personal Digital Audio Player with Voice, Line-in and FM Recording Review

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(More customer reviews)I decided to replace my iRiver 190T after a 3rd party cable adapter malfunctioned and fused the pin connection to the USB cable together.I wanted USB 2.0 for the faster connection and a larger capacity, but still desired standard user replaceable batteries on a flash based player so I picked this up on sale.

I may still search for a used iRiver 190T after playing with the Lyra RD2315.I like the ruggedness of the 190T a bit more than the RCA Lyra RD2315.

Pros:
User replaceable AAA batteries
Expandable SD slot up to 512 MB
Decent sound for biking and general yard work
Screen is able to be positioned at 0 or 180 degrees for easy reading from belt clip/lanyard
Line in recording and voice for short memos
3 different color backlights for user preference
Decent battery life

Cons:
Headphones are worthless.Placing them in ear prevents clips from holding them in place
Slow reaction on interface compared to older iRiver player "Please Wait..."
Belt clip is going to break after minimal usage (like ink pen cap clips do)
Doesn't seem like USB 2.0 speed, just normal USB 1.1
No armband or case available

I used firmware 3.11 for my testing after upgrading from version 1.11.

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Nicely lightweight and easily pocketable, the RCA Lyra RD2315 flash memory digital audio player goes with you wherever you roam and offers 512 MB of storage. And unlike many of today's palm-sized players, it features large, easily accessible and intuitive controls as well as a good-sized, dual orientation LCD (which also lets you choose between red, blue, or purple backlighting). It comes with both a neck strap and a belt clip for easy transport.
It has 512 MB of flash memory storage and playback capability for both MP3 and WMA, and it's also compatible with DRM-protected WMA files from online stores or subscription services (including Audible.com). The 512 MB memory will store approximately 8 hours of CD-quality MP3 tracks (encoded at 128 kbps) or 16 hours of WMA tracks (at 64 kbps). You can also expand the Lyra's memory with optional Secure Digital (SD) and MMC memory cards.
In addition to digital audio playback, the Lyra also has a built-in FM tuner (with 20 presets) featuring an FM record function, enabling you to capture your favorite songs and programs to MP3. It also has a voice recorder for short notes to yourself and line-in jack for direct recording capability from external sources such as a cassette deck or CD player. It connects to PCs via an ultra-fast USB 2.0 connection, and will easily connect with both Windows and Mac-based computers. It's powered by a single AAA battery, which provides up to 20 hours of continuous usage.
What's in the Box
512 MB RCA RD2315 digital audio player, USB cable, line-in cable, belt clip, neck strap, clip earphones, AAA battery, installation CD-ROM, printed operating instructions

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Sony VGF-AP1L 40 GB VAIO Pocket Digital Music Player Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the Sony Vaio Pocket about a month ago.The first thing that I noticed out of the box is that it looks really cool.It's stylish, a little bigger than an ipod, and pretty light.The G-sense touchpad is also really cool.The navigation is a lot easier than the ipod, it takes a while getting used to, but you can do a lot more with it, like make playlists, change the equalizer, and add album covers, without having to switch between menus.The best feature, though, is the fact that it is in color.Listening to music while looking at pictures is fun.You can plug a digital camera right into the music player and transfer photos.And you can use any picture as the cover for any album, which you will see in the "Now Playing" screen.There are some glitches in the player, for example: In the main menu, if you go to "Artists", then choose an artist that has some songs in an album, but isn't the only artist for the album, it will give you all the songs in that album, instead of just the songs with that artist.Another glitch is that the main control panel, wich pops up if you put your finger on one of the g-sense buttons in the right column, sometimes doesn't refresh, so if you press the play button, sometimes it won't change to a stop button, it will just stay a play button.This is no big deal, just take your finger off the button, the control panel will go away, then put your finger back on the button and the play button will have turned into a stop button.
I had no problems with the software that it came with, it is easy to use, Sony Connect is a good music download service, though I don't know how it compares with Itunes.I have read reviews of other sony portable music players that said that transfering to Atrac3 was slow, but it wasn't slow on my computer, so that wasn't a problem.Transfering music to the player is really fast.I like Atrac3, it takes up less space than mp3 and it has the same sound quality.
One more thing that made this player a four star instead of a five is the headphones that it comes with.it is a remote control that plugs into the player, then earbud headphones that plug into the remote control.The place where the two earbuds come together is way off center, so when you are wearing them, the two cords come together at the side of your head.This is a problem with the remote control, because it pulls on one of the earbuds, and it can fall out easily.You have to use the remote control with the earbuds, because without it the earbud headphones are way way way too short.I just got different headphones and use those without the remote control.
Well, there is my review.I suggest that you buy it and just use different headphones, because otherwise it is a really cool digital music player.Go Sony!!!

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Philips SA33 4 GB Flash Video MP3 Player with 2.5-Inch Display (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)THESE GUYS SHOULD BE GIVENANEXCELLENTRATING .I HAD PURCHASEDA REFURBISHEDMP-3 PLAYER , WHEN IT ARRIVEDIT DIDN'T EVEN COMEON .NO QUESTIONS ASKED THESE GUYSSHIPPED OUT ANEW ONE.THANKS

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Featuring a stunning 2.4-inch LCD display, the Philips SA3345 is a robust yet extremely portable multimedia player. With its 4 GB of reliable flash memory, the SA3345 can store plenty of your favorite MPEG4 and WMV video files as well as WAV, MP3, and WMA music files. The player also can store and display still JPEG images--a great way to share recent pictures with family and friends. For added versatility, a handy voice-recording feature and a convenient FM tuner are thrown into the mix.


Immerse yourself in music, movies, and photos with the Philips audio and video player. View larger. View product details.

Use the "SuperScroll" feature to view lyrics alongside your favorite songs. View larger. The compact form factor and discreet 2.4-inch screen size of the SA3345 are designed to make it easy for you to take music and video on the move. When not using the player's crystal clear 2.4-inch 320 x 240 QVGA full-color LCD for a memorable video playback experience, you can use it for easy folder browsing to find additional videos or music for further enjoyment.
To ensure the SA3345 plays music the way you like it, the player includes seven different equalizer settings for a customized playback experience. And while you listen to music on the SA3345, the backlit display helps you keep tabs on must-have track and artist information, thanks to the player's built-in ID3 tag support.
Besides watching videos or enjoying stored music files on this player, you can use its built-in FM radio--with 20 programmable presets--for important news updates and weather forecasts. The player also comes with a convenient voice-recording feature, an especially handy tool for students and business users.
As an added convenience, the player comes with Philips Video Converter software to convert your video files into a format that's compatible with the SA3345. Compatible with Windows ME, 2000, XP, and Vista operating systems, the player features USB 2.0 connectivity for speedy file transfers.
Supporting up to 20 hours of music playback or four hours of video playback, the player's internal Li-Poly battery can be recharged with an active USB connection. Other great features include an intuitive user interface, a keypad lock, and upgradable firmware. Weighing in at a scant 2.65 ounces, the player measures 3.69 x 2.20 x .49 inches.

Record notes via the built-in microphone

Philips Device Manager enables you to update the firmware

Enjoy MP3 and WMA playback

Scroll feature supports lyric text and LRC format files.

What's in the Box
SA3345/37 multimedia player, headphones, USB cable, quick start guide, and CD-ROM (Philips Device Manager, Philips Media Converter, user's manual, and frequently asked questions).

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Philips SA52 8 GB Flash Video MP3 Player with FM Radio and 2.8-Inch Color Screen (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)Before I get to the scathing portion of my review, let me highlight the positive things this player has to offer.

***THE POSITIVES***
1) Excellent sound quality.When this player works, the sound it produces is amazing.Philip's Full-Sound Technology offers exactly that: full, three-dimensional sound that gives my music previously unknown depth and clarity.

2) Excellent headphones.In fact, I'm buying the first set that I find, now that I've returned my Philips in favor of Sony's far superior 8 gig player.

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--Please note, the first two negatives are persnickety.The last three are essential.--

***THE NEGATIVES***
1) Player is overly dependent upon the Rhapsody cd.Seriously, it won't work without it.This wouldn't be as problematic if the cd or the setup guide warned you about this, but such is not the case.Instead, the cd-related portion of the setup guide serves as an ad for Rhapsody.I find this practice unethical, as it usurps the user's needs in favor of making a sales pitch.

2) Deceptive drag-and-drop.When I finally installed the components on the cd, I noticed that Microsoft Explorer was suddenly able to see my Philips mp3 player as a device.Furthermore, it could see folders within the player."Fantastic!" I thought."I can drag and drop!"Wrong.While it's true that you can drag and drop folders into the player this way, once the information is copied to the player the organization they once had is lost.There are ways around this obstacal, but they all are painful to execute, painful to describe, and painful to read about.

3) Slow load times.There is a noticeable lag that occurs when turning the player on or browsing through music, videos, or pictures.If you're listening to music while you browse, this effect is compounded.Sometimes it even causes your song to skip.

4) Frequent freezing.The thing that really set me against this player is that it freezes.A lot.And by a lot I mean that it froze on me once per session for the last week that I had it.

5) Problematic updates.In an effort to resolve my player's freezing issues, I opted to update my player, but this just made things worse.After updating, the pause feature ceased to function.Whenever I tried to resume a song from a pause, the song would restart from the beginning.It was at this point that I decided "enough" and returned the player.

***CONCLUSION***
The Philips 8 gig mp3 player caused me one problem after another.As soon as I solved one issue, another would arise.I estimate that once all was said and done, I probably spent close to 10 hours trying to get this thing to work.What's more, I was unsuccessful.So unless you are seeking a thankless challenge, do not buy this device.

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Product Description:
Listen to music, watch your favorite videos, record messages or ideas--this 8 GB Philips Flash video and audio MP3 does what you need, and its ample, full-color screen ensures you enjoy every minute of it.


Listen to your favorite songs or videos using the included hi-def headphones or with your Bluetooth headset. Find it Fast
With 8 GB of memory, you can load hundreds of music and video files. Find what you're looking for in a flash using Philips' SuperScroll feature. Move through your playlist one song or video at a time, or press and hold to move swiftly through your catalog to the song you want next.


Hear it All
Philips' innovative FullSound technology restores sonic details to compressed music, so you hear it exactly as the artist intended, without any distortion. The included high-definition headphones enhance the experience even more, providing exceptional noise isolation and amazing comfort.




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What's in the Box
Philips 8 GB Flash Video MP3 Player with FM Radio, and 2.8-inch Color Screen; CD-ROM with IFU, device manager, media converter and Windows Media Player; high-definition headphones; quick-start guide; USB cable; storage pouch

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Philips GoGear Ariaz 16 GB MP3 Player (Silver) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is my first MP3 player so all comparisons will be to other devices.

1) The radio reception is terrific:so much better than any of the other arm-band type radios that I've had that there's really no conparison.

2) Charges fast with 8 or more hours battery time.

3) Sound with the earbuds that come with it is kind of flat, but I never use earbuds anyway.Sound with my own (I'm currently using JVC hanger-style) is great.

4) Obviously, there's plenty of memory.

5) The "buttons" don't work well, or at all, if the player gets too cold or goes unused for any period of time.This is easily remedied by carrying it close to your skin.This is a fairly minor annoyance and the reason I gave it a 4 star rating.

6) Images on the screen are bright and clear.

7) There is a 4- minute voice recording feature which torks quite well.

Overall, I really like it and very satisfied with my purchase.

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The GoGear Ariaz offers an exceptional entertainment experience. With FullSoundTM, sound isolation earphones, Philips Songbird, a 2.4-Inch screen, 50 hours of music and 5 hours of video playback, your multimedia experience is set to soar.

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Philips SA2925R/37 2 GB Flash Audio Video MP3 Player with Month of Rhapsody Music (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've using it for several months now when I work out.I'm very pleased with it.My wife also has a Phillips MP3 player, different style.I like mine better because it has a lanyard and just pushing the sides of the screen is easier than the smaller control buttons she has on hers.They both sound good.

I noticed lately I have purchased a lot of Phillips products, a small stereo, two matching 47' LCD TV's, and wired headphones for the TVs.I have been pleased with all of the products.

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Philips SA2925R/37 2 GB Flash Audio Video MP3 Player with Month of Rhapsody Music has Full Sound Technology that faithfully restores sonic details to compressed music, dramatically enriching and enhancing it, so you experience truly immersive music without any distortion. The Equalizer allows you to select preset modes that optimize certain frequency bands to enhance specific music styles. It is also small and wearable for ultimate portablility

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