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.
MP3 Player Docking Station - Keep it in Reach
Consumers looking to buy an MP3 player would also be wise to look at the benefits of buying an MP3 player docking station at the same time.Wal-Mart Music - Low Prices on Downloads
The Wal-Mart music download site adheres closely to the principles of the corporation as a whole. It has been set up to give the consumer what they want at low prices.The Apple iPod Mini - Perfect for College Students
Get the most bang for your buck with an iPod mini from Apple.
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.
Kindle Sold Out (UPDATE: New Kindle 3 Models Released) Running out of snowballs in a snowball fight is pretty much a guaranteed recipe for turning into a human popsicle (i.e. it's not a good thing).
Is Google Getting Closer to Launching its Digital Music Service? There's little doubt that the mighty Google is planning a digital music service, but the question is when? According to a recent report by the New York Post, the companies' highly rumored music service has possibly just moved a little closer to launch. Goggle's Vice President of engineering, and Android guru, Andy Rubin, is allegedly involved in talks with New York-based company, The Harry Fox Agency -- used by the music industry for mechanical license fee collection and distribution.
SanDisk and Toshiba Sign New Flash Factory Agreement
(PC World)
PC World - Toshiba and SanDisk announced on Wednesday a new joint venture agreement for an advanced NAND flash memory chip factory in Yokkaichi, Japan, meant to keep ahead of burgeoning demand for the NAND flash chips to store songs, photos and other digital data.
Apple iPod Nano may pose fire hazard, says Japan
(AFP)
AFP - Japan's industry ministry has ordered Apple to report on measures it will take regarding cases of its iPod Nano music player overheating and catching fire, an official said Thursday.
More MP3 Player Headlines for July 30, 2010 | News Archive