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By STEPHEN REGENOLD
For working and different actions the place I want some music for motivation, a tiny, cheap participant — the Sansa Clip+ from Sandisk — has been my product of selection for the previous few months. It is available in three iterations (totally different storage capacities) and prices $39.99 and up.
The little music participant isn’t made for the outside particularly — it’s not “ruggedized” and water will kill it. However for coaching and around-town use, the no-fuss unit is simply what I want.
Approximate precise measurement of the Sansa Clip+ participant
It may possibly retailer and play MP3, WMA and different file codecs like most music gamers. I’ve a pair dozen albums loaded on my 4GB model ($49.99). There’s a slot to make use of microSDHC playing cards and broaden storage capability if wanted. The gadget has an FM radio tuner and a voice recorder operate as extras.
Although it has a belt clip, I principally run with the Clip+ in my shorts pocket. It’s tiny and lightweight, simply 2 inches tall and a bit over an inch vast. Battery life is about 15 hours, and it recharges by plugging right into a USB port on a pocket book pc.
Commonplace-issue earbuds include the Sandisk participant, and they’re high quality for on a regular basis use. However for exercise, I change to sport-specific earphones from Yurbuds, which have silicone inserts that don’t budge after I run.
Clip+ participant with its included earbuds
The Clip+ has a small display with a easy menu. Although it seems like a mini iPod, the Sandisk participant isn’t a alternative to a full-feature media gadget. However for exercises, the tiny music participant has served me nicely as I run miles on highway and trails every week.
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