Welcome to the wonderful world of portable digital audio players!
Whether you're a veteran or simply getting your feet wet, I hope you'll find the information you're after here.
Undoubtedly you've heard of the Apple iPod; everything from the Mini to the Shuffle are getting all of the attention. But there are plenty of other quality players available which are even better and cheaper.
But before we get into comparing Apples to Oranges, it's important to get a handle on the basics of MP3 players, along with the various types currently available.
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To help, you'll find the following MP3 areas discussed thoroughly on the site:
Manufacturers & Reviews
Besides Apple, many other brands are on the market; Creative Labs, Sandisk, iRiver, Rio, Lexar, and Sony are just to name a few.You'll be able to find basic information about the various models of MP3 players on the market, along with detailed reviews highlighting pros and cons of each device.
Accessories
It's the little things in life that make a difference. And MP3 player accessories are no different. While the iPod gets all the attention for aftermarket goodies, many other third parties have made addons for other digital audio players.With these you can express yourself in vivid colored cases and even listen to tunes on your home stereo or in your car with the appropriate MP3 adapters.
Music
Once you've settled on a player, you'll want to outfit it with music. Here you'll have many choices, with some music services more legal and convenient than others.That's just a brief sample of what you'll find. For even more up-to-date information, check out today's MP3 news headlines and our new MP3 player blog.
Pandora Founder Says Rising Fees Threaten Webcaster
(NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - A report has surfaced that Pandora -- the popular music-mix service for computers and mobile devices such as the iPhone -- may have to stop music streaming as royalty fees drain its cash.
Skullcandy Holua Earbuds Made of Wood
Say you are bored with your typical plastic earbuds and seek something which puts a little more uniqueness in your music listening experience. One route might be these Holua in-ear...
iTunes blocked in China; Tibet album suspected
(AP)
AP - Customers in China of Apple Inc.'s iTunes online music store were unable to download songs this week, and an activist group said Beijing was trying to block access to a new Tibet-themed album.
Motorola Shows Off New Portable Speaker Systems
Motorola recently announced some new portable speaker systems for those who make use of mobile phones embedded with wireless Bluetooth. These systems are known as the MOTOROKR EQ7 and EQ5...
More MP3 Player Headlines for August 28, 2008 | News Archive