The Rio Carbon Pearl picks up where the Rio Audio's original line left off. By adding higher storage space and better looks, you can enjoy one of the best hard drive based digital audio systems on the market today.
Like the original Rio Carbon, the Pearl shares a similar shape but with added features and a higher level of attention towards appearance and functionality.
The Pearl system, a faintly colored pearl silver with black trim, can play WMA, MP3 and Audible formats. This gives it an advantage over many other systems which only support WMA and MP3. Its small size, which allows it to fit neatly into your hand, weighs an insignificant 3.2 ounces, which is far lighter in comparison with other systems available on the market today.
Perhaps the most notable feature is the space storage improvement from the original Carbon line. Instead of 3 GB of data space, now you can take advantage of 5 GB.
With the included USB 2.0 cable, you can quickly drag and drop your files from your computer to your Carbon Pearl with the click of a button. As the USB 2.0 system is superior to 1.1, you can have your songs in a matter of seconds, which lets you get on the road and listen to your music quickly and easily.
In addition to the fast transfer system, the built in microphone allows you to record voice messages and conversations easily, making it an excellent tool for students and workers who need recording capabilities. As the files are stored in a readable format directly on the system, they can be accessed through computers and other devices that can read the format.
The Carbon Pearl includes the required USB cable, software, the device, ear buds, rechargeable battery, power adapter, carry case and warranty card.