MP3 player, also well known as digital audio player has become a staple of our gadget life. There are many brands of MP3 players on the market today. So, which MP3 player are the most suitable for you? That's where this MP3 player guide comes in.
BRANDS
For those of you who were not aware, Apple Ipod is not the only brand of MP3 Players on the market. There are several other brands of MP3 Players for you to choose depending on your needs and most importantly, your budget. They are the Archos, Coby, Cowon, Creative Labs, iRiver, Philips, Samsung, SanDisk, Sony, Toshiba and Zune (Microsoft).
TYPE
MP3 Players are classified according to how they store digital data. The most common are HARD DRIVE BASED PLAYERS and FLASH MEMORY BASED PLAYERS. The Hard Drive Based MP3 Players have the highest capacity and are larger and heavier than the Flash Memory Based MP3 Players. An example of a HARD DRIVE BASED PLAYER would be the iPod Classic 80 GB, iPod Classic 120 GB, iPod Classic 160 GB, Zune 120 GB, the Archos 80 GB 605 Wi-Fi PMP, Archos 160 GB 605 Wi-Fi PMP and the Creative Labs Zen Vision:M 30 GB MP3 and Video Player. A drawback to the HARD DRIVE BASED PLAYERS is that it has moving parts that can easily malfunction if it is exposed to high temperatures or dropped.
The Flash Memory Based MP3 Players are light weight and smaller than the Hard Drive Based MP3 Players. This type of MP3 Player has no moving parts and will have longer audio playback with a storage capacity ranging from 120 to 8000 songs. An example of Flash Memory Based MP3 Players is the Apple iPod Touch, Apple iPod Nano or Creative Labs Zen PMP. A drawback of the Flash Memory Based MP3 Player is that it is more expensive than the Hard Drive Based Players even if the storage capacity is less.
CHOOSING A MP3 PLAYER OR PMP
Now that you're armed with the basic information you have to determine which type is best for you. Your personal needs and budget will help you to narrow down your choice.
Decide the type. – Hard Drive vs Flash Memory. When deciding the type keep in mind what you're using it for. For example, if you're going to use it while jogging, then the hard drive based player will not be a good choice because of the size, weight and high chance it will malfunction if it's dropped.
Decide the storage capacity. – When deciding the storage capacity also keep in mind whether you also want to play video and audio (PMP) or just audio (MP3 Player). MP3 Players can come in various storage capacities which can vary by brand. The iRiver brands features a 20 GB MP3 Player. The Archos has a PMP that has 60 GB capacity. Whether you're looking for 1 GB to 160 GB there is a brand and model to suit your needs.
Decide the features. – Determining features is based on personal preference. Some MP3 Players/PMP have several features that may include voice recorders, calendar syncing, FM radio, wireless capability, photo storage or recording TV like a DVR player. For these particular features you may want to consider the Archos brand of PMPs. Another popular feature is color. If you're into pink then you can get a pink mp3 player. Your options are endless it just depends on your personal needs and how much you're willing to spend.
Decide how much you're willing to spend. - The more features you desire the more you'll spend on a MP3 Player. If you're just looking to play music and you're not concerned about the fancy features then you can find a MP3 player for under $50. For example, the 4GB 1 Inch Display Onda VX333 MP3 Player free ship can be purchased for less that $33.89. If you're looking for at least 4GB then iPod Nano or Creative Labs Zen Mozaic would be a good choice. Or, if price isn't a concern and you want the "Cadillac" MP3 Player with all the bells and whistles then consider the Archos 705 Wi-Fi PMP 160 GB.
After considering the type, capacity, features and your budget check out each of the above mentioned brands to compare features and price. Also, if you're on a tight budget and still want fun features consider a refurbished MP3 Player. Now you're informed and ready to buy and enjoy your new MP3 Player! Good Luck!
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