Q: I am on the lookout for a superb substitute for my out of date MP3 participant, however I am simply bored with seeing the iPod that everybody has. So do you guys have any solutions for any first rate upcoming or already-out MP3 gamers? Additionally, can I ask what you guys consider the Samsung P3, the Iriver E50, and the Sony Walkman X-Sequence? Are they value it, and when are they popping out?–JL, through electronic mail
A: Since none of these gamers are out but, and we due to this fact have not been capable of spend any hands-on time with evaluate models, any opinions are preliminary at this level. I did get to spend slightly time with the Iriver E50 and the Samsung P3, however I solely noticed the Sony X-Sequence Walkman beneath glass, so I haven’t got any observations on that apart from what I wrote within the preview. At the moment, Sony is not releasing a lot data concerning a sale date, however early summer season appears to be a secure wager. I can inform you that the Iriver E50 is sort of a smaller model of the E100. It has the identical options and can most likely supply comparable sound high quality, however it does have a higher-quality really feel than the older participant. One draw back: I feel the E50 is simply going to go as much as 4GB. It must be out any day now, although.
Equally, the Samsung P3 affords nearly all the identical options because the P2 and can probably sound simply as stellar as its predecessor did. The P3 additionally has a sleeker, nicer-feeling design, because it’s constructed out of steel reasonably than plastic. It is also barely extra compact and affords an up to date interface. Plus, a number of the button placement is totally different. For instance, the amount buttons are on the highest reasonably than on the aspect. By the way, that is the one factor I am personally not too keen on on the P3; I favor quantity on the aspect, however it is a severely minute gripe. For those who like contact screens, I feel the P3 is certainly value a glance, and it is anticipated to hit cabinets in mid-April.
As for gamers which can be out proper now, I’ve a number of favorites. Far and above is the Sony Walkman S-Sequence, and you may examine my particular emotions on that within the evaluate. There are additionally a pair others that I actually like, however neither could be very new: the SanDisk Sansa Clip for understanding and, if yow will discover it, I nonetheless adore the Artistic Zen V Plus. I do should say as a video participant, I like the iPod Contact. That is the one iPod I will go to bat for, although, and I can actually perceive your sentiment about being sick of seeing it in all places.
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