SanDisk Sansa Clip Wearable Audio Player

SanDisk Sansa Clip Wearable Audio Player Information

SanDisk Sansa Clip (Black)

The SanDisk Sansa Clip takes direct aim at Apple's 2G iPod shuffle with a removable clip and an incredibly low price point. Available in both 1GB and 2GB capacities, the Sansa Clip starts at just $40 and offers features above and beyond its iPod competitor.

In addition to featuring an OLED display - which the iPod shuffle lacks - the Clip also has an onboard FM tuner and a built-in mic for recording voice notes, lectures and meetings.

The SanDisk Sansa Clip is available in several colors (2GB version only; 1GB version available in black). The 1GB version carries an MSRP of $39 and the 2GB version has an MSRP of $59. This is a new product and will begin showing up at online retailers sometime in the coming weeks. Use the CHECK PRICES menu below to find an online retailer.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA & WAV Audio Playback		4GB Internal Flash Storage
USB 2.0 Charge & Sync		Protected WMA Ready
Weight: UNKNOWN		Onboard Voice Recorder
Protected WMA Ready		Onboard FM Tuner, Recorder
Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery		Service Compatible
Storage Capability; Can be used as external storage device to store miscellaneous files.

SanDisk Sansa View Audio / Video Player

SanDisk Sansa View Audio / Video Player Information

SanDisk Sansa View

Building on the design and feature-set of of their popular e200 series, SanDisk presents new member of the Sansa family designed to compete with Apple's latest ipod digital media players. The Sansa View is a sleek, slim device designed for both audio and video.

Like the iPod touch, the Sansa View is available in both 8GB and 16GB capacities. Also like the touch, the View is entirely flash-based. Although the View lacks a touchscreen and Wi-Fi, it does have several features the touch lacks, including an FM tuner, support for WMA-based music subscription services, a voice recorder, and up to 35 hours of audio playback. The View also has the 3rd generation ipod nano beat in price; where the 8GB nano retails for $199, the same capacity View is $149; the 16GB version is $199. You can also increase the capacity of the View with microSD and microSDHC flash memory cards by up to 8GB.

The SanDisk Sansa View is now available for purchase; you can find retailers by using the Check Prices menu below.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA & WAV Audio Playback		8GB or 16GB Internal Flash Storage
H.264, WMV and MPEG4 Video Playback		2.4” TFT Color Screen (320x240)
Weight: UNKNOWN		Onboard Voice Recorder
USB 2.0 Charge & Sync		Onboard FM Tuner
Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery		Protected WMA Ready
Up to 35 Hours of Battery Life (Audio)
Storage Capability; Can be used as external storage device to store miscellaneous files.

SanDisk Sansa Fuze Audio / Video Player

SanDisk Sansa Fuze Audio / Video Player Information

SanDisk Sansa Fuze (Pink)

The Sansa e200 Series digital media players were SanDisk's response to the first generation ipod nano. Now, two years later, the newly announced Sansa Fuze is likewise a response to Apple's 3rd gen nano with a squat form factor and widescreen display. In fact, at a quick glance, it may be difficult to tell the Fuze and the 3G nano apart.

But looks aren't everything. Aside from a stricking physical resemblance, the Sansa Fuze and 3G nano are quite different. While the each play music as well as video, the Fuze supports music subscriptions, WMA and WMV file formats, and sports an FM tuner, voice recorder and microSD (SDHC) expansion slot for adding up to 8GB of additional storage.

The SanDisk Sansa Fuze will be available for purchase sometime in April or May 2008 and will come in five colors. Amazon.com is now taking pre-orders for the Fuze.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA & WAV Audio Playback		2GB, 4GB or 8GB Flash Storage
MPEG4 Video Playback		1.9” TFT Color Screen (220x176)
2.1 ounces 3.1" x 1.9" x 0.3"		Onboard Voice Recorder
USB 2.0 Charge & Sync		Onboard FM Tuner
Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery		Protected & Subscrption WMA Ready
Up to 24 Hours of Battery Life (Audio)		Overdrive Ready
Windows XP / Windows Vista Only

Creative Zen Media Player

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Creative Zen

With a face the size of a credit card and a body less than half an inch thick, the new Creative Zen is a far cry from the bulkier Zen-players sold over the last several years. The new form factor is made possible by flash memory storage; there are no hard drives spinning away in this player. The new Zen is small, light, sleek and packed with features.

Billed primarily as a digital music player, the Zen is available in three capacities: 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB. Features include a brilliant 2.5" 24-bit color display, video playback, an FM radio tuner, a voice recorder, and compatibility with a wide range of media files. You can also add up to 8GB of storage by popping in a SECURE DIGITAL or SDHC flash memory card.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA, AAC4 & WAV Audio		JPEG, GIF, TIFF & BMP Image Display
DiVx, MPEG1/2/4, XviD, WMV Video		4/8/16GB Internal Flash Storage
2.5" 12.7Million (24-bit) Color Display		Integrated FM Radio Tuner
High Speed USB 2.0 Cable		Integrated Voice Recorder
Weight: 2.29oz		Li-Ion Battery; 25 Hours Music, 5 Vid
Content Compatible		Windows XP SP2 or Vista
Earphones, Software CD Included

iRiver S10 Digital Audio Player

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iRiver S10 Digital Audio Player

The iRiver S10 may be small, but it's not a barebones music player. Along with support for MP3, WMA, ASF, and OGG audio formats, the S10 is an FM radio receiver and recorder, voice recorder, image viewer, timer and personal alarm system. At only 0.6-ounces, the S10 is one of the lightest MP3 players on the market.

Like the iRiver CLIX, the S10 features the D-Click navigation system where sections of the player's face act as command and control buttons. Playback information and images are displayed on the player's 1.15" AMOLED color display.

Available with 2GB of internal flash memory.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA, ASF & OGG Audio Playback		2GB Internal Memory
JPG Image Viewer		Rechargeable Battery
1.15" AMOLED 65k Color Screen		Up to 8 Hours Use Per Charge
FM Tuner, Voice Recorder Built In		USB 2.0 High Speed Transfer
1.65" W x 1.18" H x 0.42" D		Windows XP / Vista Compatible
Weight: 0.6 ounces

iRiver CLIX 2 Audio & Video Player

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iRiver CLIX 2 Media Player

The second generation iRiver CLIX, often referred to as the CLIX 2, was announced in January 2007. Building on the success of the CLIX media player, the CLIX 2 offers an improved display and a new, slimmed-down form factor.

The CLIX 2 is available with 4GB of internal flash memory (with an 8GB model coming later), and features long battery life, 20-25 hours, voice recording, an FM radio, line-in recording and video playback.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA & OGG Audio File Playback		2/4/8GB Internal Memory
WM9, MPEG-4 Video Viewing @ 30FPS		Rechargeable Battery
2.2" AMOLED TFT LCD		Up to 25 Hours Use Per Charge
FM Tuner, Voice Recorder Built In		USB 2.0 High Speed Transfer
3.16" W x 1.84" H x 0.51" D		Windows XP / Vista Compatible
Weight: 1.9 ounces

Sony MZ-NF520 MiniDisc

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MZ-NF520 MiniDisc Player

The Sony MZ-NF520 MiniDisc Player and Recorder is the most affordable MiniDisc system available today. Using standard MiniDiscs, the MZ-NF520 offers the unique ability to carry multiple discs with different playlists, all with a unit the size of many popular MP3 players with non-removable media. You are, therefore, limited only by how many MiniDiscs you have in your collection.

When connected to your USB-enabled Windows PC, the MZ-NF520 becomes a MiniDisc burner, and burns audio files to MiniDiscs at speeds up to 32X. Each disc holds up to 5 hours of music.

When you're not listening to MiniDiscs, the onboard FM / TV / Weather band tuner gives you unlimited variety.

If you're looking for more capacity, take a look at Sony's Hi-MD MiniDisc players, which store up to 45 hours of music per Hi-MD disc.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA, & ATRAC File Playback		Uses MiniDiscs, Up to 5 Hours
USB Transfer Cable		1 AA Battery Up to 36 Hours Playback
4.1oz; 3.25" x 3.0" x 1.25"		Windows 98/2000/Me/XP
Headphones & LCD Remote Included		FM/TV/Weather Band Tuner

Sony MZ-DH10P Player

Sony MZ-DH10P MiniDisc Player w/ Digital Camera

MZ-DH10P Hi-MD MiniDisc Camera Player

The Sony MZ-RH910 MiniDisc Player is the first digital audio player available to include a built-in digital camera. Just point and shoot with the MZ-DH10P and the images are stored directly to MiniDisc media.

In addition to recording from a USB-enabled PC, the MZ-RH910 also has a line-in port for recording on the go from any device with a standard headphone jack.

The MZ-RH910 comes with earbuds, an AC Adapter, and a USB transfer cable.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA, & ATRAC File Playback		Uses MiniDiscs and Hi-MD MiniDiscs
USB Transfer Cable; Charge over USB		Up to 14 Hours Per Charge
4.98oz; 3.3" x 3.25" x 1"		Rechargeable Battery (LIP-4WM)
1.5" Color TFT LCD		1.3MP Digital Camera
Windows 98/2000/Me/XP		Headphones & LCD Remote Included
Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz /-3dB

Sony MZ-RH910 MiniDisc Player / Recorder

Sony MZ-RH910 MiniDisc Player / Recorder

MZ-RH910 Hi-MD MiniDisc Player

The Sony MZ-RH910 MiniDisc Player plays audio files from, and records music to, Sony's Hi-MD MiniDiscs for up to 45 hours of music per disc. These 1GB discs can be used to record MP3, WMA or ATRAC audio files. The player ships with one Hi-MD, but you can purchase others as needed for a portable music library. You can also use standard MiniDiscs with the MZ-RH910.

In addition to recording from a USB-enabled PC, the MZ-RH910 also has a line-in port for recording on the go from any device with a standard headphone jack.

The MZ-RH910 comes with earbuds, an AC Adapter, and a USB transfer cable.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA, & ATRAC File Playback		Uses MiniDiscs and Hi-MD MiniDiscs
USB Transfer Cable; Charge over USB		Up to 34.5 Hours Per Charge
4.0oz; 3 1/4" x 2 7/32" x 3 3/8"		Rechargeable Battery (NH-10WM)
Windows 98/2000/Me/XP		Headphones & LCD Remote Included
Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz /-3dB		Walkman Branded Earbuds (MDR-E808LP)

Sony NW-HD5 Walkman

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NW-HD5 Network Walkman

Sony’s NW-HD5 Network Walkman Digital Music Player is the latest generation of the NW-HD player that carrys on and improves upon the upgrades and improvements of the NW-HD3. Like its predecessor, the NW-HD5 supports MP3 and WMA audio files, as well as Sony's proprietary ATRAC compressed music file format.

The NW-HD5 weighs almost a full half-ounce less than the NW-HD3 and is about the size of a deck of cards. The HW-HD5 packs a 20GB hard drive for storing audio files and the removeable internal battery is good for 10 additional hours per charge over the NW-HD3, providing up to 40 hours of continuous playback. The unit can be charged over USB or with the included AC adapter.

Another new feature of the NW-HD5 is its display which can be viewed either in traditional portrait or landscape mode, depending on your preference.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA, WAV & ATRAC3 Audio File Playback		20GB Internal Hard Drive; Up to 13,000 Tracks
Headphones (MDR-E931LP), Carrying Pouch, USB Cable, AC Power Adaptor		Removable Li-Ion Battery; Up to 40 Hours Use on a Single Charge
4.06oz; 2.36"x 3.49" x 0.56"		Windows 2000/Me/XP; Mac OS X
1.5" 7-Line Backlight LCD Display		SonicStage Audio Software
USB 2.0 Transfer Cable

Sony NW-A1200 Digital Audio Player

Sony NW-A1200 Network Walkman Digital Audio Player

NW-A1200 Network Walkman

In the Japanese company’s latest attempt to go head-to-head with Apple's iPod, Sony is ready to roll out yet another digial audio player in the Walkman series. This model, the NW-A1200, offers 8GB of internal storage, up to 20 hours of use per charge, and compatibility with the AAC audio format Apple uses with their iPod digital audio players.

Already available in Asia, the Sony Walkman NW-A1200 will be making its way to the United States and other parts of the world in June 2009. There is no current information on the cost.

Quick specs:

MP3, WMA, AAC & ATRAC3 Support		8GB Internal Storage
Headphones & USB 2.0 Cable Included		Internal Battery
Weight: UNKNOWN		Windows 2000/Me/XP

Samsung YH-820 5GB Digital Audio Player

Samsung YH-820 5GB Digital Audio Player

yepp YH-820

The YH-820 is Samsung's latest mini drive-based player, built around a 5GB 1" internal hard drive. The small player weighs less than 3-ounces and has a shell of blended aluminum and plastic. Its size and design make it a sleek WMA alternative to the ipod mini.

Like its larger sibling, the yp-925GS, the YH-820 has a line-in port for PC-less MP3 encoding from external devices. Also like the YP-925GS, the YH-820 has a full color display for album art and JPG format image files.

Ships with a belt clip, stereo earphones, a USB cable, a line-in encoding cable, a user's manual, and warranty information.

Quick specs:

MP3, OGG & WMA File Playback		Line-In & Voice MP3 Encoder
Fast USB 2.0 Connection		1.5" Color LCD
2.98oz; 3.5" x 2" x 0.54"		Windows XP Required
Includes Belt Clip, Earphones, Line-In Cable, & More		5GB 1" Hard Drive - For Music or File Storage as a USB Hard Drive
Internal Lithium-Polymer Battery for up to 8 Hours Use per Charge

Samsung YP-925GS Digital Audio Player

Samsung YP-925GS 20GB Digital Audio Player

yepp YP-925GS

The Samsung YP-925GS is the color screen successor the the YP920GS player, offering the same 20GB internal hard drive and the same full integration

The new LCD is a 1.8" 18-bit color display that supports JPG image files and cover art from downloaded albums or tracks.

The YP-925GS supports line-in or voice recording to MP3, but it also acts as a USB host, allowing you to transfer files to and from the device when used with USB On-the-Go (OTG) products.

The internal Li-Ion battery is good for about 10 hours of use per charge, 50% less than the Apple iPod. But, if you don't want to use iTunes, the Samsung YP-925GS offers iPod like performance with WMA-based music services.

Quick specs:

MP3, OGG & WMA File Playback		Line-In & Voice MP3 Encoder
Fast USB 2.0 Connection		1.8" Color LCD
7oz; 4.2" x 2.42" x 0.65"		Windows XP Required
Includes Belt Clip, Earphones, Line-In Cable, USB Host Cable & More		20GB Hard Drive - For Music or File Storage as a USB Hard Drive
Internal Lithium-Polymer Battery for up to 10 Hours Use per Charge		Equalizer presets including bass boost, SRS, WOW, TruBass, classical, jazz, pop, and rock.