Cowon iAudio 6

Features:

The iAudio 6 even outperforms most hard drive players. It supports five types of video files: mp4, wmv, avi, xvid and asf. Unless you are a QuickTime fan and use mov files, you won't have any problems watching your favorite videos.

If still pics are your thing, you can directly upload from your digital camera to the player. You won't have to use your computer as the “middleman.” This is the only mini mp3 that will do this. You can easily view your pictures individually, or as a slideshow.

Beyond music, movies and photographs, you can also record your favorite radio programs and view text documents. Other practical features include a customizable display background, sleep timer, a clock, repeat, shuffle and voice recorder.

Music Formats:

The iAudio 6 supports five different types of audio files: mp3, wma, wav, ogg and flac. This is great for people who are new to digital music and those who like to experiment with different file types.

Battery Life:

Of all the mini mp3 players, you won't find one with a longer battery life. With 20 hours of continuous play, you can take the iAudio 6 anywhere without worrying about a dying battery. When it does need to be recharged, it will only take three hours and you're ready to go.

Physical Features:

The iAudio 6 has a small, sleek, unique design. It incorporates a touchpad for quick navigation—but it does take some time to learn to use efficiently. This player measures at 3 x 1.4 x 0.75 inches, slightly smaller than the iPod Mini. In addition, it only weighs 2.12 oz. so you'll hardly notice it in your pocket or bag.

Help/Support:

Cowon provides excellent support with lots of find-it-yourself help like a user manual and online knowledge base. If you don't find the answer here, you can contact customer support through email and live chat. The support team is quick and effective and provided us with valuable information.

Summary:

We recommend this player to anyone who wants a high-end mini music player with many features and doesn't mind spending a little more money for a quality product. With four gigabytes of storage, you can enjoy all of your favorite media on the go.

Creative Zen MicroPhoto

Features:

The MicroPhoto has many features that are tough to match. Just some of these features include a contacts/calendar/tasks program that will organize your contacts and your time. The organizer works with Microsoft Outlook so you'll never miss another important event.

The player also incorporates customizable display backgrounds, an external hard drive function, a radio tuner, picture viewer and recording line-in/voice. You can save your favorite radio program or a voice message.

Music Formats:

The MicroPhoto doesn't support as many file types as some of the other players; it does support mp3, wma and wav files. This is fine for most people, but if you like other music file types, look into a different player.

Battery Life:

The Zen MicroPhoto has a battery life of 15 hours, which should be adequate for most people. You can also purchase additional batteries if you are a heavy traveler.

Physical Features:

Creative's Zen MicroPhoto is similar in size to the iPod Mini—just slightly thicker and heavier. It fits nice in your hand, pocket or bag. Quickly navigate your tunes or photographs with the Vertical Touch Pad—patented by Creative Technologies.

This stylish player comes in a number of colors and you can choose from eight different backlight colors including fire, jungle, pastel, earth and vibrant. You'll find even more colors on the crystal clear OLED screen.

Help/Support:

Creative provides excellent customer support through email or phone. They respond quickly to customer questions. For more common questions, check out the online help including FAQ, forums and other help documentation.

Summary:

The MicroPhoto is a nice looking, and excellent sounding music player. You can also show your pictures to friends with the stunning display. If you're looking for something that also supports movies, check out other products.

mobiBLU DHH-200

Features:

The mobiBLU DHH-200 offers all of the standard mp3 player functions like an equalizer, repeat, shuffle and sleep timer. Additionally, you are able to view photographs and video. However, you'll have to convert all of your video files into a unique format that will play on the mobiBLU.

The DHH-200 has a record line-in/radio feature that will allow you to record your favorite radio programs and listen to them later or record a voice message.

Music Formats:

MobiBLU plays four different music formats: mp3, wma, wav and ogg, so most users won't have to convert their audio files.

Battery Life:

The DHH-200 has a shorter battery life, when compared to the top two players—about 12 hours on a full charge. Additional batteries can be purchased for road trips or for extended listening time.

Physical Features:

This player is 2.2 inches wide, 3.6 inches tall, .6 inches wide and only weighs 3.1 ounces. It is comfortable to hold and has a decent sized screen for viewing pictures and video.

The mobiBLU DHH-200 has a joystick at the center of a scroll wheel. You can easily navigate your songs, pictures and videos with this configuration. This is also an excellent option if you dislike touchpads.

Help/Support:

MobiBLU provides an email address and phone number where you can contact customer service. Their representatives are friendly and helpful. For general questions refer to their website; it's full of good information.

Summary:

MobiBLU's DHH-200 will support all your media including music video and photographs. The joystick and scroll wheel makes menu navigation a breeze—a good option for someone who doesn't like touchpads.

Apple iPod Nano

Features:

The iPod Nano is equipped with 22 languages, games, a clock and a calendar feature that will track all of your important events. You can store up to 1,000 songs, shuffle, repeat and rate songs as well as play audiobooks. The Nano also has 20 equalizer settings, a sleep timer, and stopwatch.

You can upload photos and create slideshows accompanied by music. The Nano works with jpeg, bmp, gif, tiff, psd and png image formats. The Nano doesn't have an FM tuner and you can't make voice recordings.

Music Formats:

The iPod Nano supports four different file types: aac, mp3, wav and aiff. One of the best aspects of the iPod is you can access and download iTunes, one of top-rated music download sites and you don't need a Mac. You can download iTunes and music from a PC.

Battery Life:

With 14 hours of battery life, the iPod Nano will keep up with your busy life. The long battery life is great for travel and long road trips.

Physical Features:

The iPod Nano is a thin small copy of the iPod; it has a rectangular body with rounded edges, a clickwheel, hold switch and headphone jack on top. This player is a great fit for your hand, not too big and not too small, and comes in many colors. It also has a good backlight so you can easily see the screen in any situation.

Help/Support:

We found Apple's customer support somewhat difficult to navigate. It's hard to find specific information and even harder to find the contact information. Apple does offer a service plan you can purchase.

Summary:

The iPod Nano is a perfect mini version of the iPod. Its thinness and small size make it ideal for exercising and other physical activities. With the 4 GB Nano, you can store up to 1,000 songs, upload pictures and create slideshows. It's perfect for music lovers on the go.

Philips Micro Jukebox

Features:

The Micro Jukebox has some nice features but not nearly as many as the higher-ranked players. Some of the features include an album for viewing art, a radio, radio/voice recorder and photo viewer.

This player doesn't store or play videos.

Music Formats:

The Micro Jukebox supports mp3, wma and wav files. This is good for the standard listener who just wants portable music. If you have a lot of music formats, this player may not be for you.

Battery Life:

The Micro Jukebox lasts 17 hours on a full charge, which is good for people who will listen for extended periods.

Physical Features:

The major thing that makes the Micro Jukebox an interesting player is the intuitive design. The player is a gloss black and uses a light up touchpad for menu navigation. The screen is bright and matches the case perfectly, making this a stylish mini mp3 player.

Help/Support:

You can contact Philips through three different methods: live chat, email and phone. You can find the answers to simple problems on the Philips website. They offer documentation and FAQ.

Summary:

The Micro Jukebox is an attractive player that is bound to catch some attention; however, you will get more features for your money with a higher-ranked mp3 player.

SONY NWD-B105F

Wireless , No software needed, and Simple

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There are many mp3 players that have good looking, but the most important thing for us is quality that should always come first.

NWD-B105F. An MP3 Player from Sony B-Series

Though it has a simple outlook just like the some first generation mp3 players, but in its simpleness, it has some cool design on its own

The FW and RW buttons were put in a position that easy to use and also with Hold button that has been put besides the audio input too.

A screeen display has 3 lines color. The body size is 25 x 88.5 x 14.1 mm. Its light weight is 30g. Audio Output has 3.5 mm.

Internal memory has 2GB. Internal USB (USB 2.0 - High Speed) makes it easy for you to keep your data. With Auto Transfer software inside, automatically works when you connect with your PC or Mac OS, can transfer your musics or data file easily by just drag and drop

Just connect the USB with your Hi-Fi stereo, you can play your favourite music playlist from your MP3 player, also come with FM Tuner and your favourite radio channal.(Really good signal)

It also has a sound edit function for you such as Flat, Bass, Rock, Pop, Jazz and also change EQ by your own too.

One last function and cannot be forgotten is NWD-B105F also comes with audio record function for you to record your own voice, your favourite FM radio DJ, or favourite song from CD into your MP3 player.

NWD-B105F has a li-ion battery that charge through USB port when you connect with your PC. When it fully charged, it can work to 12 hours so you can enjoy your music everywhere.

Its small size makes it easy to take it with you by just put in your pocket. If you afraid that you are going to lost or drop it, it also has a necklace for you too.

Easy to use and long life battery. Sound quality is fine. Another good choice.

TECH : 2GB Memory. Connect to PC with USB 2.0 High Speed. Auto Transfer works on Windows 2K/XP/Vista and Mac OS. LCD screen shows 3 lines color. Functions are FM Tuner , voice record from internal microphone and from FM radio. Body size 25 x 88.5 x 14.1 mm. Weight 30 g.

PRO : Easy to carry

CON : Buttons are little bit too thin and small.

RESULT: Overall good. Voice record function is quite clear and no voice crack. Good one.