When you want to buy an MP3 player, consumers are met with a huge range of products. MP3 players generally use hard disk storage or flash. Flash based storage players are more expensive per unit of storage than hard disk players but are generally smaller and better aid battery. While traditionally the case that flash-based players were limited in the amount of storage it could offer, this is changing very quickly. For example the Apple iPod Touch now comes with 64 GB of memory, which is sufficient to maintain about 14,000 tracks.
The most popular file format is, of course, Mp3. But this is not as widespread as you may think. All Apple iPod uses AAC and Microsoft prefers its own WMA format. However, it is more common MP3 players to appear to be compatible with several different formats. It is important to consider what formats are compatible with the device you want to buy. If it is not compatible with the format of the songs already on the computer may be a long process of reformatting or may not be able to upload the files at all.
While every MP3 player will ship with a set of headphones provided are often disappointing. The difference in buying a good headset is likely to be far greater than any difference in sound quality between different MP3 players, themselves. Especially when you spend over £ 100 in an MP3 player, an additional 20 in relatively good headphones can make a difference for little additional outlay. Like music, many MP3 players offer additional features.
More advanced players can have open Wi-Fi connectivity to the Internet. This allows streaming video, gaming, technology, radio and internet communication such as Facebook, MSN Messenger and Skype. Players can also offer more modest useful features such as a microphone for voice recording or an FM Receiver.
Some Points before buying an mp3 player:
- Compact Design
- High capacity to store thousands of songs. It is prefer to go for an 8GB Flash MP3 player to store songs.
- Totally shockproof
- Multiple audio and video format reader
- Audio/Video support
- Long battery life
- Good quality music. (Equalizer support)
- External storage
- Easy connectivity to pc and other devices. Easy file transfer.
- Wifi/Bluetooth support (optional)
Best MP3 Players:
Apple iPod Nano :
The new iPod Nano is rather m ore smaller and lighter than the previous generation. It has a brushed aluminum casing and glass. With it you can access Genius Mixes, you can create and edit playlists and you can also listen to the radio, because it has an FM transmitter with live pause. The battery will provide energy autonomy of approximately 24 hours, and therefore many hours of fun. The interface of the iPod Nano with Multi-Touch interface, allow users to access their songs, albums, playlists "by sliding your finger across the screen." Not having a "home" button, simply press the glass so that it returns to the main screen. Also, with 2 fingers the screen can change the screen orientation. Another important feature is that each person can customize the iPod Nano by dragging icons that are on other screens.
It also features Shake to Shuffle feature, which simply involves shaking the device to another song from the library to listen to your iPod. As for the FM radio built in, allow you to hear our favorite radio stations without need for an extra device. Is also able to pause the radio that under certain circumstances we do not lose any detail of any issue. This new generation iPod is much more portable than ever and is sure to become the ideal partner for many users, even for those who like to exercise. The clip holder can place it almost anywhere, regardless of the type of clothes you wear. Includes pedometer to help us keep track of our walks or runs. This obviously makes it compatible with Nike + iPod system, which enables the device to keep track of their routines.
Price : 8GB $149 / 16GB $179
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