MP3 Players
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SanDisk Sansa Fuze Flash-Based MP3 Player
(Reviews) A low price, a deep feature list, and an ultracompact design make the Sansa Fuze a very worthy Nano competitor.
(Reviews) A low price, a deep feature list, and an ultracompact design make the Sansa Fuze a very worthy Nano competitor.
Samsung, Adidas take on iPod, Nike
(News) Samsung Electronics and Adidas have joined the race against Apple and Nike to offer people a device that plays music and keeps track of workouts.
(News) Samsung Electronics and Adidas have joined the race against Apple and Nike to offer people a device that plays music and keeps track of workouts.
Slacker Portable Internet Radio Player
(Reviews) Slacker's portable music player and Web service let you take your favorite music with you and discover similar artists, too.
(Reviews) Slacker's portable music player and Web service let you take your favorite music with you and discover similar artists, too.
9 Cool (and Useful) Mods for iPods and iTunes
(How To) Overhaul your iPod so it can support more file formats, contain souped-up menus, display Wikipedia information, and more. And do it all without spending a dime at the Apple store!
(How To) Overhaul your iPod so it can support more file formats, contain souped-up menus, display Wikipedia information, and more. And do it all without spending a dime at the Apple store!
5 Wacky iPod Cases
(Reviews) It can seem like every hipster (and not-so-hipster) out there's toting an iPod. How do you make yours unique? Go wacky!
(Reviews) It can seem like every hipster (and not-so-hipster) out there's toting an iPod. How do you make yours unique? Go wacky!
Korea's PlayTomato Takes a Cue from iPod Touch
(News) The new audio and video player has a smaller screen, function list, and price tag than Apple's entry.
(News) The new audio and video player has a smaller screen, function list, and price tag than Apple's entry.
Master Your Media
(How To) Compress, convert, and control your music and movies for playback on any device.
(How To) Compress, convert, and control your music and movies for playback on any device.
Group Warns of Sites Offering Unlicensed Music
(News) Center for Democracy and Technology notes that some Web sites claim to offer legal music, but don't have the necessary licensing agreements.
(News) Center for Democracy and Technology notes that some Web sites claim to offer legal music, but don't have the necessary licensing agreements.
New Microsoft Zune Players: Finally Some Real Contenders
(News) PC World's first look at Microsoft's new wireless-syncing Zune portable media players reveals an intuitive new touch control and some clever updates to the Zune's online presence.
(News) PC World's first look at Microsoft's new wireless-syncing Zune portable media players reveals an intuitive new touch control and some clever updates to the Zune's online presence.
Microsoft Zune 80GB Media Player (Black)
(News) Wireless syncing, good sound quality, and a nice touch control make this affordable player a good choice.
(News) Wireless syncing, good sound quality, and a nice touch control make this affordable player a good choice.
Microsoft Zune 8GB (Red)
(News) Wireless and video support may be overkill on a device this size, but the 8GB Zune offers some interesting options as a flash player.
(News) Wireless and video support may be overkill on a device this size, but the 8GB Zune offers some interesting options as a flash player.
iPod Nano catches fire in man's pocket
(News) An Atlanta man says his iPod Nano caught fire in his pants.
(News) An Atlanta man says his iPod Nano caught fire in his pants.
Microsoft unveils new Zune players and community
(News) Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday unveiled three new models of its Zune portable digital media players featuring touch-sensitive buttons for navigating the device, the ability to sync with wireless networks, and flash memory in two of them.
(News) Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday unveiled three new models of its Zune portable digital media players featuring touch-sensitive buttons for navigating the device, the ability to sync with wireless networks, and flash memory in two of them.
Microsoft Announces new Zune Lineup, Wireless Syncing
(News) Welcome back to the social. Microsoft's new Zune lineup includes 4GB and 8GB flash players, an 80GB hard-drive model, and wireless syncing with your PC.
(News) Welcome back to the social. Microsoft's new Zune lineup includes 4GB and 8GB flash players, an 80GB hard-drive model, and wireless syncing with your PC.
Toshiba Media Player Powered by Fuel Cell
(News) Toshiba is showing a prototype version of its Gigabeat media player powered by a fuel cell instead of a battery.
(News) Toshiba is showing a prototype version of its Gigabeat media player powered by a fuel cell instead of a battery.
Sony adds TV to video Walkman players
(News) Sony Corp. is adding mobile digital TV to the video Walkman it sells in Japan.
(News) Sony Corp. is adding mobile digital TV to the video Walkman it sells in Japan.
Archos 605 WiFi
(Reviews) Wireless connectivity and a gorgeous touch screen make the Archos 605 WiFi a great video-viewing handheld.
(Reviews) Wireless connectivity and a gorgeous touch screen make the Archos 605 WiFi a great video-viewing handheld.
Study says DRM violates Canadian privacy law
(News) Digital rights management (DRM) technology used in MP3s, DVDs, and most consumer software may be violating Canadian privacy laws, according to a new report.
(News) Digital rights management (DRM) technology used in MP3s, DVDs, and most consumer software may be violating Canadian privacy laws, according to a new report.
iSuppli says iPod nano is cheaper to build
(News) The new iPod nano combines components from a range of brand new suppliers, enabling Apple to offer more features at lower price points, according to iSuppli.
(News) The new iPod nano combines components from a range of brand new suppliers, enabling Apple to offer more features at lower price points, according to iSuppli.
Apple iPod Nano
(Reviews) Completely redesigned, the third-generation Nano adds video playback and redefines the portable media player.
(Reviews) Completely redesigned, the third-generation Nano adds video playback and redefines the portable media player.
iPod software update made available
(News) Apple has released a software update that fixes bugs on some iPods.
(News) Apple has released a software update that fixes bugs on some iPods.
First Look: 16GB iPod Touch
(Reviews) This beautifully designed media player is like a slim iPhone sans phone--but it's marred by some early hardware and software issues.
(Reviews) This beautifully designed media player is like a slim iPhone sans phone--but it's marred by some early hardware and software issues.
'iCar' a challenge, says iSuppli
(News) Apple and Volkwagen will face a number of serious challenges if they decide to form an alliance to produce an iPod-capable car, and such a vehicle is unlikely to reach the market for three or four years, according to iSuppli.
(News) Apple and Volkwagen will face a number of serious challenges if they decide to form an alliance to produce an iPod-capable car, and such a vehicle is unlikely to reach the market for three or four years, according to iSuppli.
FM transmitter has Bluetooth, fits in cup holder
(News) Macally on Wednesday announced the release of the BTCUP, a new Bluetooth-equipped FM transmitter for the iPod designed to fit snugly in an automobile car holder. It costs US$119.95.
(News) Macally on Wednesday announced the release of the BTCUP, a new Bluetooth-equipped FM transmitter for the iPod designed to fit snugly in an automobile car holder. It costs US$119.95.
Toshiba technology could boost iPod Classic capacity
(News) Toshiba is developing technologies which will enable future generations of the iPod Classic to boost capacity to 240GB.
(News) Toshiba is developing technologies which will enable future generations of the iPod Classic to boost capacity to 240GB.
SanDisk launches 16GB video MP3 player
(News) SanDisk is set to launch a slimline MP3 player with a flash memory capacity of 16GB. The SanDisk SansaView will play video, display photos and pick up FM radio stations. Its 16GB storage can be boosted to 24GB via an 8GB microSDHC (Secure Digital high capacity) removable memory card. Not uncoincidentally, SanDisk has just announced its 8GB microSDHC cards. The pencil-thin player is likely to compete directly with Apple's newly video-enabled nano.
(News) SanDisk is set to launch a slimline MP3 player with a flash memory capacity of 16GB. The SanDisk SansaView will play video, display photos and pick up FM radio stations. Its 16GB storage can be boosted to 24GB via an 8GB microSDHC (Secure Digital high capacity) removable memory card. Not uncoincidentally, SanDisk has just announced its 8GB microSDHC cards. The pencil-thin player is likely to compete directly with Apple's newly video-enabled nano.
Sony shows off unique Rolly audio entertainment player
(News) Now you don't have to dance to your favorite tunes -- your audio player can dance for you.
(News) Now you don't have to dance to your favorite tunes -- your audio player can dance for you.
First Look: Apple's 160GB iPod Classic
(News) This digital music player's huge storage bump and minor hardware and interface tweaks make for an impressive package, but it's not an essential update if your player still has free space.
(News) This digital music player's huge storage bump and minor hardware and interface tweaks make for an impressive package, but it's not an essential update if your player still has free space.
Toshiba's card size Gigabeat music player packs Wi-Fi
(News) Toshiba Corp. is refreshing its line-up of Gigabeat music players with new models including one that packs built-in Wi-Fi connectivity.
(News) Toshiba Corp. is refreshing its line-up of Gigabeat music players with new models including one that packs built-in Wi-Fi connectivity.
Sony begins teasing Rolly audio player
(News) Sony Corp. began a teaser campaign in Japan on Monday for a new audio device called Rolly.
(News) Sony Corp. began a teaser campaign in Japan on Monday for a new audio device called Rolly.
Microsoft comments support reports of new Zunes
(News) Microsoft Corp. hasn't divulged detailed plans for the next release of its Zune music player, but a company executive last week offered hints that seem to support reports that a flash memory-based Zune and 80-gigabyte device could be in the works.
(News) Microsoft Corp. hasn't divulged detailed plans for the next release of its Zune music player, but a company executive last week offered hints that seem to support reports that a flash memory-based Zune and 80-gigabyte device could be in the works.
Free Software for Your iPod
(Reviews) When is an iPod not an iPod? When it's running Rockbox, the open-source replacement for your MP3 player's brains.
(Reviews) When is an iPod not an iPod? When it's running Rockbox, the open-source replacement for your MP3 player's brains.
Creative launches Zen Stone Plus
(News) Creative has announced a new version of its feature-free Zen Stone music player -- the Zen Stone Plus. The MP3 player has a 2GB flash memory and will have a small circular blue display. This contrasts with the Stone, launched last month, which had no screen, aping Apple's tiny iPod Shuffle player.
(News) Creative has announced a new version of its feature-free Zen Stone music player -- the Zen Stone Plus. The MP3 player has a 2GB flash memory and will have a small circular blue display. This contrasts with the Stone, launched last month, which had no screen, aping Apple's tiny iPod Shuffle player.
Redesigned Lala.com, More Busted Myths
(News) It's non sequitur week here at Bass International, with a handful of unrelated--yet interesting--items.
(News) It's non sequitur week here at Bass International, with a handful of unrelated--yet interesting--items.
Samsung to launch U3 music player with RDS this month
(News) Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. is about to launch a digital music player with an FM radio receiver that supports the RDS (radio data system) data broadcasting system used on many radio stations in Europe.
(News) Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. is about to launch a digital music player with an FM radio receiver that supports the RDS (radio data system) data broadcasting system used on many radio stations in Europe.
iRiver Clix 2nd Generation
(Reviews) Lightweight, easy-to-use flash-based player has a nice display and fairly good sound.
(Reviews) Lightweight, easy-to-use flash-based player has a nice display and fairly good sound.
Download and Listen to Audiobooks
(How To) Pay for audiobooks on CD, or download free books--plus, what Steve uses to listen to books.
(How To) Pay for audiobooks on CD, or download free books--plus, what Steve uses to listen to books.
TurboLinux Wizpy launching worldwide from June
(News) The TurboLinux Wizpy, a multimedia media player that contains a PC-bootable version of the Linux operating system, will go on sale worldwide in June.
(News) The TurboLinux Wizpy, a multimedia media player that contains a PC-bootable version of the Linux operating system, will go on sale worldwide in June.
Report: Microsoft has sold over a million Zunes
(News) Microsoft Corp. has beaten its goal of shipping over a million Zune digital music players by June, according to a newspaper report.
(News) Microsoft Corp. has beaten its goal of shipping over a million Zune digital music players by June, according to a newspaper report.
Apple offers Ms. Pac-Man demo from iTunes Store
(News) Apple on Tuesday released a downloadable demo version of Ms. Pac-Man for the fifth-generation iPod. The iPod version was originally released in February, 2007, and if you like what you see, you can buy it for US$4.99.
(News) Apple on Tuesday released a downloadable demo version of Ms. Pac-Man for the fifth-generation iPod. The iPod version was originally released in February, 2007, and if you like what you see, you can buy it for US$4.99.
Creative launches small-capacity MP3 player
(News) Creative is launching a small-capacity MP3 player that has the same capacity but the half price of Apple's Shuffle player. Known as the Stone, the new #28 (US$56) player will be available in six glossy finishes: black, red, pink, blue, green or white and has a capacity of 1GB.
(News) Creative is launching a small-capacity MP3 player that has the same capacity but the half price of Apple's Shuffle player. Known as the Stone, the new #28 (US$56) player will be available in six glossy finishes: black, red, pink, blue, green or white and has a capacity of 1GB.
Creative says new MP3 players coming soon
(News) Singapore's Creative Technology Ltd. plans to announce a new lineup of MP3 players soon, but the company is not offering product details ahead of the launch.
(News) Singapore's Creative Technology Ltd. plans to announce a new lineup of MP3 players soon, but the company is not offering product details ahead of the launch.
New Zune players will face tough market
(News) More types of Microsoft Corp. Zune music players are in the works, but some analysts are unsure whether new form factors or functions will significantly boost Zune's popularity.
(News) More types of Microsoft Corp. Zune music players are in the works, but some analysts are unsure whether new form factors or functions will significantly boost Zune's popularity.
SanDisk Sansa Connect
(Reviews) This networked wonder does a fine job of wedding Wi-Fi capabilities to a solid MP3 player.
(Reviews) This networked wonder does a fine job of wedding Wi-Fi capabilities to a solid MP3 player.
Top 5 MP3 Players (Flash-Based)
(Reviews) These are the top flash-based MP3 players today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.
(Reviews) These are the top flash-based MP3 players today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.
Microsoft late with Zune firmware update
(News) Zune users who were waiting for a important firmware update from Microsoft Corp. were disappointed on Tuesday when the company didn't deliver on schedule.
(News) Zune users who were waiting for a important firmware update from Microsoft Corp. were disappointed on Tuesday when the company didn't deliver on schedule.
Music and Video Players Add Wi-Fi Access
(News) Devices from AOL, iRiver, and Sandisk will let you acquire tunes without a PC.
(News) Devices from AOL, iRiver, and Sandisk will let you acquire tunes without a PC.
Small, Powerful Audio Players
(Reviews) With video features, new ways to connect to music services, and more, the latest audio players do a lot more than just play MP3s. Our lab tests of 21 models reveal today's best buys.
(Reviews) With video features, new ways to connect to music services, and more, the latest audio players do a lot more than just play MP3s. Our lab tests of 21 models reveal today's best buys.
Transcend T.Sonic 530
(Reviews) This tiny and very inexpensive audio player delivers the basics, but wrangling with its minuscule buttons gets tiresome.
(Reviews) This tiny and very inexpensive audio player delivers the basics, but wrangling with its minuscule buttons gets tiresome.
Kingston K-PEX 100
(Reviews) This bare-bones player has a big screen and offers high audio quality, but navigation is awkward and amenities are few.
(Reviews) This bare-bones player has a big screen and offers high audio quality, but navigation is awkward and amenities are few.
SanDisk Sansa e260R
(Reviews) The Sansa e260R dials you in to Rhapsody's all-you-can-eat music service.
(Reviews) The Sansa e260R dials you in to Rhapsody's all-you-can-eat music service.
Cowon iAudio T2
(Reviews) This tiny player can hang from your neck like a necklace, but slightly larger devices offer more for the money.
(Reviews) This tiny player can hang from your neck like a necklace, but slightly larger devices offer more for the money.
Samsung YP-T9JQB
(Reviews) The thoughtfully designed Samsung T9 comes at a fair price, but its audio quality is a bit patchy.
(Reviews) The thoughtfully designed Samsung T9 comes at a fair price, but its audio quality is a bit patchy.
iPod Nano
(Reviews) The second-generation Nano delivers top-notch audio, and has a brighter screen than its predecessor.
(Reviews) The second-generation Nano delivers top-notch audio, and has a brighter screen than its predecessor.
Apple iPod Shuffle 1GB
(Reviews) The second-generation Apple miniplayer gets even smaller, and cuts its price by almost half.
(Reviews) The second-generation Apple miniplayer gets even smaller, and cuts its price by almost half.
Microsoft Zune
(Reviews) This portable music and video player boasts a sharp-looking screen and a beautiful interface, but its extras won't sway iPod owners.
(Reviews) This portable music and video player boasts a sharp-looking screen and a beautiful interface, but its extras won't sway iPod owners.
First Look: Microsoft's Zune Won't Cause You to Dump Your iPod
(Reviews) Microsoft's portable music and video player boasts a sharp-looking screen and a beautiful interface, but its extras won't sway iPod owners.
(Reviews) Microsoft's portable music and video player boasts a sharp-looking screen and a beautiful interface, but its extras won't sway iPod owners.
Hands On: Apple's New iPod Shuffle
(Reviews) Redesigned music player offers style and sound at a tiny size.
(Reviews) Redesigned music player offers style and sound at a tiny size.
First Look: Wolverine ESP 5000
(Reviews) External drive/media player can handle music storage and playback with ease, but it's best for storing and displaying stacks of digital photos.
(Reviews) External drive/media player can handle music storage and playback with ease, but it's best for storing and displaying stacks of digital photos.
Top 5 MP3 Players (Hard Drive-Based)
(Reviews) These are the top hard drive-based MP3 players today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.
(Reviews) These are the top hard drive-based MP3 players today, but ratings and rankings can change quickly due to pricing and technology changes, so check back frequently for the latest info.
New Players Go Beyond Tunes
(News) IRiver's W10 adds Wi-Fi positioning; Clix2 hits 8GB capacity for video and music.
(News) IRiver's W10 adds Wi-Fi positioning; Clix2 hits 8GB capacity for video and music.
Apple Sued in U.S. Over iTunes-iPod Link
(News) Suit charges Apple with illegally tying together its iTunes music store and iPod digital music players.
(News) Suit charges Apple with illegally tying together its iTunes music store and iPod digital music players.
Pioneer Inno
(Reviews) Despite so-so audio quality, the Inno offers a clever way to mix satellite radio with your music.
(Reviews) Despite so-so audio quality, the Inno offers a clever way to mix satellite radio with your music.
Sandisk, RealNetworks Ready iPod Rival
Sandisk, RealNetworks Ready iPod Rival
Sandisk, RealNetworks Ready iPod Rival
Microsoft to Launch iPod Rival for Christmas
Microsoft to Launch iPod Rival for Christmas
Microsoft to Launch iPod Rival for Christmas
Dell Dumps the DJ Ditty
Dell Dumps the DJ Ditty
Dell Dumps the DJ Ditty
Apple Settles iPod Dispute With Creative
Apple Settles iPod Dispute With Creative
Apple Settles iPod Dispute With Creative
Panasonic Rolls Out New MP3 Players
Panasonic Rolls Out New MP3 Players
Panasonic Rolls Out New MP3 Players
If Lights Blink on Your iPod Shuffle, It Could Be Bad News
(news) If Lights Blink on Your iPod Shuffle, It Could Be Bad News
(news) If Lights Blink on Your iPod Shuffle, It Could Be Bad News
COMPUTEX: Kingston Shows First Portable Media Player
(news) COMPUTEX: Kingston Shows First Portable Media Player
(news) COMPUTEX: Kingston Shows First Portable Media Player
Hard-Drive Audio Players
(reviews) Today's large-capacity players are cheaper and yet offer more features like color displays, voice recorders, and FM receivers.
(reviews) Today's large-capacity players are cheaper and yet offer more features like color displays, voice recorders, and FM receivers.
First Look: Digital Media Player Is a Class Act
(reviews) First Look: Digital Media Player Is a Class Act
(reviews) First Look: Digital Media Player Is a Class Act
User Interface the New Focus in Digital Music Player Design
(news) User Interface the New Focus in Digital Music Player Design
(news) User Interface the New Focus in Digital Music Player Design
Look Familiar? Apple's IPod and Mini Designs 'Inspire' Other Makers
(news) Look Familiar? Apple's IPod and Mini Designs 'Inspire' Other Makers
(news) Look Familiar? Apple's IPod and Mini Designs 'Inspire' Other Makers
Top 10 Audio Players
(reviews) New Apple IPods take the top two spots on our chart of large-capacity audio players; but among midcapacity models, the Rio Carbon holds off a determined challenge from Apple's new IPod Mini.
(reviews) New Apple IPods take the top two spots on our chart of large-capacity audio players; but among midcapacity models, the Rio Carbon holds off a determined challenge from Apple's new IPod Mini.
IPod Brings Music to Your Photos
(reviews) Digital music and slide-show player is elegant and expensive.
(reviews) Digital music and slide-show player is elegant and expensive.
First Look: IRiver Scores with New MP3 Player
(digitalworld) First Look: IRiver Scores with New MP3 Player
(digitalworld) First Look: IRiver Scores with New MP3 Player
First Look: Skip Gateway's MP3 Photo Jukebox
(digitalworld) First Look: Skip Gateway's MP3 Photo Jukebox
(digitalworld) First Look: Skip Gateway's MP3 Photo Jukebox
BenQ Readies IPod Rival
(news) Hard-drive based digital audio player will be available by the end of the year.
(news) Hard-drive based digital audio player will be available by the end of the year.
Sony Redesigns Network Walkman
(news) Hard drive-based audio player will get a new look and a lower price.
(news) Hard drive-based audio player will get a new look and a lower price.
Toshiba Readies 60GB Gigabeat
(news) Upcoming device will be the first audio player to use Toshiba's 60GB hard drive.
(news) Upcoming device will be the first audio player to use Toshiba's 60GB hard drive.
Apple's Evolutionary IPod
(reviews) Despite the new version's improvements, power music users may want more.
(reviews) Despite the new version's improvements, power music users may want more.
IRiver Unveils Colorful Audio Players
(news) New hard-drive based devices feature color screens, support for WMP 10.
(news) New hard-drive based devices feature color screens, support for WMP 10.
First Look: Rave-MP's Flashy New MP3 Player
(reviews) Inexpensive flash-based player isn't perfect, but it serves its purpose.
(reviews) Inexpensive flash-based player isn't perfect, but it serves its purpose.
First Look: Rio's Hot New Carbon MP3 Player
(reviews) Supersleek 5GB digital audio player is set to challenge Apple's IPod Mini.
(reviews) Supersleek 5GB digital audio player is set to challenge Apple's IPod Mini.
LG Preps Handheld Audio, Video Device
(news) Hard-drive based multimedia player will be available later this year.
(news) Hard-drive based multimedia player will be available later this year.
GoVideo Unveils Audio Players
(news) Petite Rave players start at $99 for 128MB of flash storage, with hard drive models coming.
(news) Petite Rave players start at $99 for 128MB of flash storage, with hard drive models coming.
The Playlist: New Apple IPods vs. Creative's Zen Touch
(reviews) A first look at the hottest new MP3 players around.
(reviews) A first look at the hottest new MP3 players around.
Digital Entertainment Dominates Macworld
(news) IPod cases, chargers, and other accessories, plus digital music tools sing at the show.
(news) IPod cases, chargers, and other accessories, plus digital music tools sing at the show.
Dell's Portable Player Likes Linux
(news) Linspire's Lsongs digital music management program now supports Dell DJ player.
(news) Linspire's Lsongs digital music management program now supports Dell DJ player.
Samsung Shows Tiny Audio Players
(news) YEPP digital music players measure 1 inch thick and weigh just about an ounce.
(news) YEPP digital music players measure 1 inch thick and weigh just about an ounce.
Tiny Players, Many Songs
(reviews) Apple's IPod Mini and Creative's Nomad MuVo2 pack tunes into a small space.
(reviews) Apple's IPod Mini and Creative's Nomad MuVo2 pack tunes into a small space.
Top 5 Audio Players
(reviews) Newcomers from Rio, Archos, and Creative give the reigning champion Apple IPod 20GB some serious competition.
(reviews) Newcomers from Rio, Archos, and Creative give the reigning champion Apple IPod 20GB some serious competition.
Gateway's New MP3 Player Disappoints
(reviews) Company's first MP3 player lags competitors in performance and features.
(reviews) Company's first MP3 player lags competitors in performance and features.
Creative Nomad Jukebox Zen Xtra
(reviews) Feature-rich, 60GB hard-drive device is a great value, despite being larger than most players.
(reviews) Feature-rich, 60GB hard-drive device is a great value, despite being larger than most players.
Archos Gmini 220
(reviews) Hard-drive audio player offers extras like voice recording and digital photo viewing.
(reviews) Hard-drive audio player offers extras like voice recording and digital photo viewing.
First Look at Apple's IPod Mini
(news) Fashionable IPod Mini provides digital music in style at its debut.
(news) Fashionable IPod Mini provides digital music in style at its debut.
Tune-Toting Tech: Get the Most From Your MP3 Player
(howto) Check out the latest trends in MP3 players--including the best sources for downloads and tips to make the most of your music.
(howto) Check out the latest trends in MP3 players--including the best sources for downloads and tips to make the most of your music.
The Playlist: Building the Perfect Portable Player
(reviews) A dash of IPod, a pinch of Nomad, a teaspoon of IRiver...
(reviews) A dash of IPod, a pinch of Nomad, a teaspoon of IRiver...
Small Player, Big Features
(reviews) MP3 player is a bit hard to get to know, but well worth the effort.
(reviews) MP3 player is a bit hard to get to know, but well worth the effort.
MP3 Players Add Storage, Shrink Size
(news) Creative, Rio, Sony, and others offer portable players that let you listen longer.
(news) Creative, Rio, Sony, and others offer portable players that let you listen longer.
IRiver IFP-195T
(reviews) Flash-based player is a little expensive, but its voice recordings and music sound excellent.
(reviews) Flash-based player is a little expensive, but its voice recordings and music sound excellent.
Gateway 256MB Digital Music Player
(reviews) This tiny flash-memory MP3 player records voice and stores data, too.
(reviews) This tiny flash-memory MP3 player records voice and stores data, too.
Creative Nomad Jukebox Zen NX
(reviews) Large hard-drive-based audio player offers lots of configuration options.
(reviews) Large hard-drive-based audio player offers lots of configuration options.
Apple IPod 20GB
(reviews) Thinner version of Apple's IPod audio player has some new features but remains pricey.
(reviews) Thinner version of Apple's IPod audio player has some new features but remains pricey.
News In Brief
(news) Innovative MP3 players, an unusual scanner, and a disposable digicam make their debut.
(news) Innovative MP3 players, an unusual scanner, and a disposable digicam make their debut.
Creative Unveils Lightweight Nomads
(news) MuVo2 line offers digital music fans a choice of rugged players or high-capacity superlight device.
(news) MuVo2 line offers digital music fans a choice of rugged players or high-capacity superlight device.
Rio Unveils New MP3 Players
(news) Nitrus features new storage technology; Karma plays both WMA, MP3 files.
(news) Nitrus features new storage technology; Karma plays both WMA, MP3 files.
Gateway Ships Portable Music Player
(news) Tiny Digital Audio Player also supports voice recording, data storage.
(news) Tiny Digital Audio Player also supports voice recording, data storage.
Mobile MP3 Radio Station
(reviews) The Neuros player by Digital Innovations can send digital tunes to a radio.
(reviews) The Neuros player by Digital Innovations can send digital tunes to a radio.
Sony MPD-AP20U
(reviews) Sony has created a portable CD writer that's nearly as small as a common, battery-powered, audio disc player.
(reviews) Sony has created a portable CD writer that's nearly as small as a common, battery-powered, audio disc player.
TDK Mojo 860 CD-MP3 Digital Jukebox
(reviews) The Mojo 860 CD player comes in a slim case and has a low price, but offers no FM.
(reviews) The Mojo 860 CD player comes in a slim case and has a low price, but offers no FM.
CenDyne Gruvstick MP3+3
(reviews) CenDyne crosses an MP3 player with a USB 1.1 flash memory drive, and tosses in an FM transmitter.
(reviews) CenDyne crosses an MP3 player with a USB 1.1 flash memory drive, and tosses in an FM transmitter.
PoGo Products RipFlash DX
(reviews) PoGo's RipFlash DX combines voice and WMA recording in a pocketable flash player.
(reviews) PoGo's RipFlash DX combines voice and WMA recording in a pocketable flash player.
Panasonic SV-SD50 E-wear SD Audio/MP3 Player
(reviews) A tiny MP3 player, the E-wear SD comes standard with only 64MB of memory on a Secure Digital card.
(reviews) A tiny MP3 player, the E-wear SD comes standard with only 64MB of memory on a Secure Digital card.
Sonicblue Rio S50
(reviews) Sonicblue packs a MultiMediaCard/Secure Digital media slot and an FM tuner into its small, blue S50 MP3 player.
(reviews) Sonicblue packs a MultiMediaCard/Secure Digital media slot and an FM tuner into its small, blue S50 MP3 player.
IRiver IFP-190T
(reviews) The 190T comes with double the memory of previous flash models--and is attractively priced, too.
(reviews) The 190T comes with double the memory of previous flash models--and is attractively priced, too.
New MP3 Player Allows Playback Over FM Radio
(news) Digital Innovations' Neuros MP3 Digital Audio Player broadcasts music to an FM radio over open frequencies.
(news) Digital Innovations' Neuros MP3 Digital Audio Player broadcasts music to an FM radio over open frequencies.
New MP3 Player Ready to Rival IPod
(news) Odyssey 1000 offers deluxe features, including voice recognition, USB 2.0 connectivity, 20GB of storage--and a lower price tag.
(news) Odyssey 1000 offers deluxe features, including voice recognition, USB 2.0 connectivity, 20GB of storage--and a lower price tag.
Make the Most of Your MP3 Player
(howto) Follow our tips for easy ripping and keeping your player in shape. Plus: We point you to the best music sites.
(howto) Follow our tips for easy ripping and keeping your player in shape. Plus: We point you to the best music sites.
The IPod Does Windows
(reviews) PC-friendly version of Apple's popular portable music player looks like a winner.
(reviews) PC-friendly version of Apple's popular portable music player looks like a winner.
Quick Takes: Music for a Song
(reviews) RCA's portable Lyra Jukebox RD2800 combines an MP3 player with a 10GB hard drive.
(reviews) RCA's portable Lyra Jukebox RD2800 combines an MP3 player with a 10GB hard drive.
Buyers' Guide to MP3 Players
(reviews) Today's players pack more songs than ever, and the devices are easier to manage, too.
(reviews) Today's players pack more songs than ever, and the devices are easier to manage, too.
PC World Spotlight on MP3 Players
(reviews) Five hot MP3 players make our chart after we test their sound quality, ease of use, and storage capability.
(reviews) Five hot MP3 players make our chart after we test their sound quality, ease of use, and storage capability.
Apple IPod
(reviews) Expensive, sleek MP3 player has intuitive file management and navigation; Windows-compatible units will be available soon.
(reviews) Expensive, sleek MP3 player has intuitive file management and navigation; Windows-compatible units will be available soon.
Creative Launches Nomad MuVo
(news) Tiny gadget plays digital music files, and doubles as a handy storage device.
(news) Tiny gadget plays digital music files, and doubles as a handy storage device.
IRiver America IMP-350 SlimX
(reviews) This sleek MP3 player has an LCD screen conveniently located on the remote.
(reviews) This sleek MP3 player has an LCD screen conveniently located on the remote.
Sonicblue RioRiot
(reviews) The large LCD of this MP3 player makes managing and navigating the vast storage space easy.
(reviews) The large LCD of this MP3 player makes managing and navigating the vast storage space easy.
IPod: Coming Soon to PCs
(reviews) Apple's MP3 player, though spacious and easy to use, is currently limited to Mac support only.
(reviews) Apple's MP3 player, though spacious and easy to use, is currently limited to Mac support only.
Rio Riot: Big Music for Big Pockets
(reviews) SonicBlue's pricey new digital audio player offers capacious hard drive storage, an integrated FM tuner, and long-lasting rechargeable batteries--but it faces stiff competition.
(reviews) SonicBlue's pricey new digital audio player offers capacious hard drive storage, an integrated FM tuner, and long-lasting rechargeable batteries--but it faces stiff competition.
Quick Takes: Tiny and Tune-full
(reviews) The diminutive MP10-DMK MP3 player from Digitalway allows you to carry your music collection anywhere.
(reviews) The diminutive MP10-DMK MP3 player from Digitalway allows you to carry your music collection anywhere.
Apple IPod: Coming to a PC Near You
(reviews) The impressive IPod MP3 player will become even more appealing with the help of new third-party Windows software.
(reviews) The impressive IPod MP3 player will become even more appealing with the help of new third-party Windows software.
Digital Music Players Take Center Stage
(news) CES showcase of portable devices features more storage, extra features--and sometimes no need for a PC.
(news) CES showcase of portable devices features more storage, extra features--and sometimes no need for a PC.
EDigital MXP 100
(reviews) This small MP3 player includes some nifty extras, like voice navigation, but it's somewhat difficult to use.
(reviews) This small MP3 player includes some nifty extras, like voice navigation, but it's somewhat difficult to use.
Compaq IPaq Personal Mini-CD Player PM-1
(reviews) Mini-CD player combines high-capacity media with compact size.
(reviews) Mini-CD player combines high-capacity media with compact size.
Treo 10 Offers Pocket Music Library
(news) Portable music player from E-Digital supports 150 hours of music, plus jukebox tools.
(news) Portable music player from E-Digital supports 150 hours of music, plus jukebox tools.
Easy as MP3
(howto) Napster may have faded, but the revolution lives on. Here's everything you need to know to turn your PC into a digital music center.
(howto) Napster may have faded, but the revolution lives on. Here's everything you need to know to turn your PC into a digital music center.
Sonicblue Ships Two Portable CD Players
(news) Sonicblue fleshes out its line of RioVolt CD players with new low-end and high-end models.
(news) Sonicblue fleshes out its line of RioVolt CD players with new low-end and high-end models.
Philips Tunes Up for Internet Radio
(news) Philips offers a Net radio tuner in new mini hi-fi stereo at about double the price of systems without Web music.
(news) Philips offers a Net radio tuner in new mini hi-fi stereo at about double the price of systems without Web music.
Sonicblue Ships $99 Portable Rio Player
(news) The Rio One debuts from the company that originated MP3 players, just in time for school.
(news) The Rio One debuts from the company that originated MP3 players, just in time for school.
Compaq Unveils IPaq Music Center for Home
(news) Jukebox-like device stores 400 CDs, streams Internet radio broadcasts.
(news) Jukebox-like device stores 400 CDs, streams Internet radio broadcasts.
HP Gets Funky, Shows Digital Entertainment Center
(news) Due before Christmas, the pricey wired device will bring digital music to your living room.
(news) Due before Christmas, the pricey wired device will bring digital music to your living room.
Two MP3 Recorders Go Portable
(news) Archos Jukebox stores 6GB of files, while Olympus aims for business users.
(news) Archos Jukebox stores 6GB of files, while Olympus aims for business users.
RioVolt Hits the High Notes
(reviews) Sonicblue's RioVolt player handles MP3 CDs and WMA files as well as standard audio discs.
(reviews) Sonicblue's RioVolt player handles MP3 CDs and WMA files as well as standard audio discs.
Roomy Memory Keeps Intel's Music Rolling
(reviews) Pocket Concert Audio Player from Intel provides 128MB of onboard memory.
(reviews) Pocket Concert Audio Player from Intel provides 128MB of onboard memory.
CD and MP3: A Match Made in Music Heaven
(reviews) D-Link DMP-CD100, Pine D'music MP3 CD Player SM-200C+, TDK Mojo
(reviews) D-Link DMP-CD100, Pine D'music MP3 CD Player SM-200C+, TDK Mojo
Rio Car MP3 Player Hits the Road
(news) In-dash digital music player lets you take your MP3 collection along on your commute or vacation.
(news) In-dash digital music player lets you take your MP3 collection along on your commute or vacation.
How It Works: Hardware MP3 Players
(howto) Your digital audio is now free to roam away from your PC. Here's how MP3 hardware players work.
(howto) Your digital audio is now free to roam away from your PC. Here's how MP3 hardware players work.
Use Your PC to Serve Up Music
(reviews) Turn your PC into a music server with Turtle Beach's great-sounding, networked digital-music player.
(reviews) Turn your PC into a music server with Turtle Beach's great-sounding, networked digital-music player.
Digital Music Streams Beyond the PC
(news) CES selection of stereo products and portable devices play Web-based tunes where you want to hear them (for a price).
(news) CES selection of stereo products and portable devices play Web-based tunes where you want to hear them (for a price).
Intel Gets Funky With Introduction of MP3 Player
(news) Chip giant ready to release Concert Audio Player, releasing more consumer products soon.
(news) Chip giant ready to release Concert Audio Player, releasing more consumer products soon.
Acer, Sonicbox Team to Stream Net Radio in Stereo
(news) Wireless IRhythm retrieves online radio, then routes it through the sound system of your choice.
(news) Wireless IRhythm retrieves online radio, then routes it through the sound system of your choice.
Plantronics LS1
(news) This better-than-average voice recognition headset almost knows what you're saying.
(news) This better-than-average voice recognition headset almost knows what you're saying.
Snazzy New MP3 Player Hits the Gym
(news) S3's new Nike PSA Play 120 MP3 player is made for the fitness crowd.
(news) S3's new Nike PSA Play 120 MP3 player is made for the fitness crowd.
Pushing the Portable MP3 Player Envelope
(news) At Comdex, the portable digital audio player was seen morphing into all sorts of electronic devices.
(news) At Comdex, the portable digital audio player was seen morphing into all sorts of electronic devices.
Neo 35 Provides Music on the Move
(news) SSI Computer's portable MP3 player goes from car to stereo through its docking stations.
(news) SSI Computer's portable MP3 player goes from car to stereo through its docking stations.
Buy a Home Theater Without Leaving Your Home
(news) Media Concepts' HOMtheater.com offers expert advice and interactive tools to entice home theater buyers to shop online.
(news) Media Concepts' HOMtheater.com offers expert advice and interactive tools to entice home theater buyers to shop online.
100-Plus Hours of Digital Music on the Go
(reviews) The Nomad Jukebox has robust features and large storage capacity.
(reviews) The Nomad Jukebox has robust features and large storage capacity.
Flashy, Hip Design for Iomega's HipZip
(reviews) Iomega joins the digital-audio revolution with its snappy-looking HipZip music player.
(reviews) Iomega joins the digital-audio revolution with its snappy-looking HipZip music player.