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Having just written an article when it comes to downloading free eAudiobooks from public libraries, I tried a number of gadgets for this purpose. The most crucial attribute is that the player has the capacity to bookmark so that you may proceed where you left off when listening to eAudiobooks. If your player does not have this feature, listening to audiobooks become a cumbersome chore as you have to fast forward manually.
Unfortunately, Windows Mobile widgets equipped with Microsoft's Media Player do not have the capacity to bookmark. However, there are various third party apps that will concede you to bookmark on a WM device.
I tested rather a few MP3 players that would player audiobooks just fine, but without bookmarking capabilities. Make sure that you find an MP3 player that offers this feature. One of my favorites is the Sandisk Sansa Clip MP3 player. The earlier versions of the Clip do not bookmark. But, it is a simple matter of updating the firmware with a download from the Sandisk Website to win a victory over this problem. You may even download a utility that mechanically updates your device everytime you sync it. The latest release of the Clip has bookmarking capability built-in.
The Clip measures approximately 2 1/8 x 1 3/8 x 3/8 inches and weighs a mere ounce. It's name is derived from the detachable clip on the back that allows you to attach effortlessly to your clothing. We've all seen elaborate attachment systems that are ugly and awkward. The Clip is a great solution for this universal problem.
It comes in a assortment of colors for the fashion conscious including silver, black, blue, pink, and red. It ranges in memory from 1 GB to 4 GB and ranges in price from $39.95 to $79.39 according to memory. It will accommodate from 500 to 2000 songs. Unfortunately, it does not have an elaboration slot so that you are restricted to the onboard memory.
This MP3 player has a number of other welcome features. It plays MP3, WMA, and WMA file formats. It is also an FM radio tuner with 40 presets. It has an internal rechargeable battery that gives up to 15 hours of service. The Clip is likewise a voice recorder with a built-in microphone so that it makes a nice little memo taker. Sorry, you can not view photos or watch videos on the diminutive Clip.
It requires Windows XP SP2 or Vista operating systems and connects thru a USB mini-port cable, which I be grateful for because it means that you have to pack less cables when you are on the road. I wish that mini-USB connectors were universal. No goofy proprietary connectors allowed!
In the box, you get the player, a detachable clip, a USB cable, earphones, quick get started guide, and an installation CD with user guide.
The Clip is one of the smallest MP3 players available. It's array of color selections make it beautiful choice and a good value for cash with it is commodious clip attachment system. My only wish would be that it have an elaboration slot.
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Sansa Clip 2GB Black Player
Sansa® Clip 2 GB MP3 Player
Clip it on and roll
For the movers and the shakers who want to shed the baggage of a more spectacular MP3 player—it’;s time to get the skinny on the Sansa® Clip player. Offering five colors to choose from, this lightweight MP3 player delivers major sound for it is matchbox size, and storage capacity of up to 2GB*. And with it is smart design, you may clip your Sansa® Clip player to your bag, pants or sleeves, permitting you to receive pleasure from all the perks of an MP3—hands-free.
Listen
Keep up to 1,000*** songs at the ready wherever you go. Or tune into FM radio for news and fresh music anytime.
Record
With the built-in microphone, you may record memos, lectures or all those unexpected, mic-worthy moments allround your day. When you're ready, transfer your files to your PC for listening and sharing.
Get together
The Sansa® Clip player plays MP3, WMA, secure WMA and Audible file formats. Connect thru USB cable to your computer for charging or synchronizing.
Sort it out
A compact MP3 player with a screen, the Sansa® Clip player makes navigation simple, so you may sort your music, FM stations and audio books ease.
So what's in the box?
Sansa® Clip MP3 player, Clip accessory, USB 2.0 transfer cable, earphones, promotional inserts, and quick get started guide.
* 1 gigabyte (GB) =1 billion bytes. Some capacity not available for info storage.
** Based on neverending playback at 128kbps; actual life and performance may vary depending upon usage and settings; battery not replaceable.
*** Approximation based on 4-minute songs at 128kbps.
Choose Sansa®, a smarter way to play
Sansa® productions are brought to you by SanDisk, the minds behind flash memory. Around the world, wherever persons take pictures, listen to music, use cell phones—or do much of anything at all with digital devices—you’;ll in all likelihood find SanDisk products. Maybe that’;s why, after more than 20 years in the business, SanDisk has never stopped innovating.
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 The New Leader In Small MP3 Players
By Philip R. Heath
BACKGROUND: I was in the market for a little MP3 player with crucial usage at the gym. I was looking for a rechargeable unit as my former player ate AAA batteries in regards to each week or so. I considered three choices of which the Sansa Clip was one of them. I annihilated the iPod Shuffle due to it is cost and lack of display. The other crucial contender was the Creative Zen Stone Plus (I rejected the non-Plus model due it it is lack of display). I will reference how the Sansa Clip won out allround the rest of the review.
81 of 83 persons found the following review helpful.
Money well spent
By Thomas A. Puzio
Rating:
Possible CON - I feel the build material could be a tad bit more robust. Considering this MP3 player is designed to be attached to your body as you are working out, I think the plastic casing might be a little fragile in the event the Sansa Clip falls to the floor. Then again, the MP3 player is so light that the strength of it dropping probably wouldn't crack it. Actually, the only reason this thought came into my head was because my Beagle was eyeballing the SansaClip as it dangled from my computer case. I'm sure one crunch from my dog and this thing would be less than wholly functional. Other than the little player being plastic(which is a exclusively minor gripe since the only little player I recognise of made of metal is the iPod Shuffle) I have no complaints and believe the device warrantees a 5 star rating.
Size:
The Sansa Clip is super small. Granted, it isn't rather as little as the little iPod shuffle, but any littler and the player becomes too little in my opinion. With this size you still have a nice sized screen, easy to access buttons, and yet a little sufficient form factor to forget you've got it clipped to your shirt.
Features:
I won't run down all the features because some persons have done that. Suffice it to say, you won't find any MORE features available in an MP3 player of this size for the same money. The newer little iPods with the video may assert video play back, but those are more prominent than the Sansa Clip. I'd also contend that you wouldn't use video on such a little device anyway.
I will say that my FM reception was good on strong stations, but only passable on weaker channels. Don't suppose to get that college radio station with that weak signal. Still a handy feature to have peculiarly if your gym puts the TV sound on an FM frequency.
Purpose:
Very essential is the idea that the Sansa Clip serves a distinct purpose, transportabitlity. The extreme use for this device is to listen to music while being active. No more goofy armband cases for your $400 video iPod which is too heavy to be strapped to your arm. No more worrying in regards to your iPhone falling out of it is case as your go mountain biking. Just clip and go.
Value:
$55??? Really?? All this for less than $60? That just says it all really. Imagine you're running with your $400 iPod video and the velcro strap comes loose. SMASH! there goes $400! Now let's say for the sake of argument that galore how the Sansa Clip comes loose and smashes into the ground. You're only out $60! Seems like a steal to me.
Connectivity:
When I initial got mine I went straight to SanDisk's website to download the latest firmware (I don't think this was all that necessary, but it couldn't hurt). You download and intall the firmware updater (a self-running program which requires no effort on your part), then plug in your Sansa Clip. The program updates your device and asks you to unplug it. Done.
When I plugged in my Sansa Clip (even before the update) Windows XP recognized it right away and gave me the typical window with selections for what action I wanted to take. I could have opened it in Windows Explorer, but I had other ideas. Each time I plugged it in I would get the same window so using the device is a snap, finish plug-and-play.
Transferring Music:
Not recognized by iTunes (obviously)
Recognized by Windows Media Player
Recognized by WinAmp
Recognized by MusichMatch Jukebox (version 10)
Recognized by Windows Explorer for drag-and-drop transfers
these are the only methods I tried
I didn't install any programs and the device didn't come with any CD to load anything anyway. It seems the choice is up to the buyer on how to transfer music.
I used MusicMatch (the version just prior to the blackhole that is Yahoo's version after buying out MusicMatch). The jukebox recognized the SansaClip right away and I had full-functionality. I made a playlist and transposed 370 songs with room to spare. Disconnected and started listening.
Sound Quality:
I will admit, I took one look at the included earbud headphones and didn't even bother unwrapping them. I already own assorted "good" headphones that I prefer. With my Bose Triport headphones the sound was as rich and full as my 80GB iPod video. For earbuds, I'd commend pairing this device with Creative's EP-630's, they are cheap, light weight, and sound great.
Sansa Clip vs. iPod Shuffle (the little one):
Has FM tuner, iPod does not
Has screen to view song data and change settings, iPod does not
Has 2GB, iPod will but not just yet
Has on-the-go playlists, iPod does not
Let's you choose song, artist, etc., iPod cannot
Costs $55, iPod WAS $79 now $49 but is still only 1GB (2GB version forthcoming)
Has a clip, iPod has a clip too!
Comes in dissimilar colors, iPod does too!
I think the choice is clear.
Hope this review was helpful.
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