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MP3 Audio Player Review

 

Mp3 Audio Player

Mp3 Audio Player

By Anne Ahira

The Good

Decent battery life; good size storage space; large screens for easy viewing; reasonable price point for both models

The Bad

Nano lacks FM tuner and wireless synching; Zune adds pre-loaded content and is not compatible with MAC

 

The Bottom Line

Choosing between the iPod Nano and the Zune is more going to be a matter of feature preference. If you must have an FM tuner, then the Zune is going to win. Otherwise, things look better for the iPod Nano MP3 audio player.

Review

If you’re going to be purchasing an MP3 audio player, two of the top choices you might want to consider are the Apple iPod Nano or a Microsoft Zune. Both of these players come from major players in the industry but which MP3 audio player is better?

The Nano MP3 audio player comes in either an 8 GB or a 16 GB model. Either model is going to come with a 2-inch LCD screen that includes a backlight so you can navigate your library or play games even when the room is dark. On a full charge, you’re going to be able to play music for about 24 hours without having to recharge the built-in batteries.

The Zune MP3 audio player comes in a number of different sizes, including sizes as small as a 4 GB model and as larger as 120 GB. The screen is smaller at 1.8 inches. The battery life is about the same as for the Nano.

One difference between the two models is that the Zune allows for wireless syncing with your computer. That means you could be in another part of your home or possibly even outdoors and you could update your song library. Another extra feature is the FM tuner which is not available on the Nano.

On the other hand, the Nano does come in more color options than does the Zune. The Zune is only available in black while the Nano comes in eight colors. The color options have been a hit with most consumers who love the idea of having a unique looking MP3 audio player.

The difference in price between the two choices is insignificant most of the time. You may save a few dollars by choosing one over the other but that’s about it. However, there is a difference in size. Although the weight of both MP3 audio player models is comparable, the Zune is slightly larger despite having a smaller screen. However, both models are fairly small and easy to carry around.

By choosing either of these MP3 audio player models, you’ll be getting a flash based memory system for the storage of your files. This is a good choice because Flash is sturdier than traditional hard drives. One of the common complaints about the Zune is the pre-loaded content which includes not just games (these are also pre-loaded on the Nano) but also music and videos. Also, only the iPod MP3 audio player models will work on both PC and MAC computers.

Check out my other guide on flash mp3 players and car cd player

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MP3 Audio Players

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MP3 Audio Players Review

 

Mp3 Audio Players

Mp3 Audio Players

By Anne Ahira

The Good

Let you take your entertainment with you; lots of MP3 audio players available to choose from; lots of great features available

The Bad

Prices can be high; proprietary files

The Bottom Line

Definitely purchase MP3 audio players if you love music and entertainment. Just look for the most features you can get in your price range and be aware that proprietary files with some players mean you want to make a choice then stick with it.

Review

The choices for MP3 audio players currently on the market are staggering. Dozens of models from different manufacturers are sitting on the shelves. There’s no question that purchasing MP3 audio players is a good idea for many music fans (or even entertainment-on-the-go fans). Choosing the right models is a different issue altogether.

The best MP3 audio players are usually going to have flash memory instead of traditional hard drives. Flash memory may not be capable of holding as many files but it will be more likely to withstand the rough and tumble world of your purse, pockets, or back pack more easily. Flash memory has no moving parts which can break if dropped.

Most people do not need the massive amounts of storage space found on the larger models of MP3 audio players. Unless you intend to download and store full length motion pictures, thousands of photos, or your entire CD collection on the player, you’re probably going to be fine purchasing one of the smaller models, perhaps an 8 GB model. Another down side with the larger players is the amount of time it takes to sync them. Filling up a 120 GB music player is going to take a little while.

Check for other features as well. For example, do you want an FM tuner? Some MP3 audio players have them; others do not. Do you want a built-in equalizer? Do you want a screen or the ability to play video? These are all questions you should be asking yourself before you really make a choice.

Our opinion is that you should opt for as many features as you can possibly get since once you have the player you may wish you could look at photographs or play games. For the most, the FM tuner is not going to be that useful unless you don’t have a lot of music of your own or you just love listening to the radio.

Another issue is the use of proprietary file formats with some of the MP3 audio players. This means that the player can only recognize a specific type of file, usually one designed by the manufacturer.

This is the case with Apple’s players. As long as you plan to stick with one company, this won’t be a problem. If you want to have a wide range of music and video buying options, you might want to choose one with more flexibility in this department.

Check out my other guide on flash mp3 players and car cd player

Mp3 Audio Players