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Of course we're talking capacity, and who knew SanDisk would be such a dominant player? The number two MP3 player brand (and stockpiler of vast amounts of flash memory) has messed with the flash-player market status quo by offering an 8GB version of its feature-packed Sansa e200 series for $250. With a Micro SD card, the e200 series can be expanded an additional 2GB. Last we checked, $250 also got you a 4GB iPod Nano. Even the 6GB Sansa e270 is cheaper at $220. Though we expect more 8GB and higher flash players to follow (especially from Apple), the solid-state capacity king is still SanDisk. If you want a player that's compact, feature filled, and with no moving parts, check out this list.
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SanDisk Sansa e280 (8GB) |
SanDisk Sansa e270 (6GB) |
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| Review date | March 10, 2006 | March 10, 2006 | September 13, 2005 | March 15, 2006 | June 28, 2006 | August 24, 2006 |
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| Review summary | The SanDisk Sansa e200 series offers a boatload of features for a reasonable price, in a package that is much nicer than that of past SanDisk models. For those looking for a high-capacity, compact, skip-free MP3/WMA player, start with the e200 series. | The SanDisk Sansa e200 series offers a boatload of features for a reasonable price, in a package that is much nicer than that of past SanDisk models. For those looking for a high-capacity, compact, skip-free MP3/WMA player, start with the e200 series. | Thanks to its limited capacity, the gorgeous iPod Nano isn't for everybody, but it sets the standard for MP3 players to come. | If you're looking for a tiny, well-built, color-screen MP3 player with excellent sound, the Samsung YP-Z5 is a great choice. Just make sure that you're comfortable with the touch-pad controller before you buy. | The Creative Zen V is a good choice for anyone looking for a compact flash MP3 player with recording features and great sound quality. However, the more feature-filled Zen V Plus is a better value. | The Meizu Mini Player is a quality MP3 player with a sleek design, good sound, and useful features, but fans of DRM-hawking music stores should steer clear. |
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| PC interface(s) supported | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB | USB | Hi-Speed USB | Hi-Speed USB | Info unavailable |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 1.7 in x 3.5 in x 0.5 in | 1.7 in x 3.5 in x 0.5 in | 1.6 in x 0.3 in x 3.5 in | 1.7 in x 0.5 in x 3.5 in | 1.7 in x 0.6 in x 2.7 in | Info unavailable |
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| Weight | 2.6 oz | 2.6 oz | 1.5 oz | 2 oz | 1.6 oz | 1.9 oz |
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| Battery technology | Lithium ion | Lithium ion | Lithium ion | Lithium polymer | Lithium ion | Lithium ion |
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| Mfr estimated battery life | 20 hour(s) | 20 hour(s) | 14 hour(s) | 35 hour(s) | 15 hour(s) | Info unavailable |
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| Software type | SanDisk Sansa Media Converter | SanDisk Sansa Media Converter | Apple iTunes for Mac , Apple iTunes for Windows | Drivers & Utilities | Creative MediaSource , Creative Media Explorer , Creative ZENcast Organizer | Info unavailable |
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| Product type | Digital player / radio | Digital player / radio | Flash player | Digital player | Digital player | Info unavailable |
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| Color | Black | Black | White | Silver | Blue | Silver |
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| Width | 1.7 in | 1.7 in | 1.6 in | 1.7 in | 1.7 in | 1.9 in |
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| Depth | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 0.3 in | 0.5 in | 0.6 in | 0.4 in |
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| Height | 0.5 in | 0.5 in | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 2.7 in | 3.1 in |
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| Digital player (recorder) | MP3 , WMA | MP3 , WMA | AAC , MP3 , WAV , AIFF , Audible , Apple Lossless | MP3 , WMA | MP3 , WAV , WMA , ADPCM , Audible , Protected WMA (DRM 9) | Info unavailable |
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| Flash memory installed | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 4 GB | Info unavailable | 4 GB | Info unavailable |
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| Flash memory form factor | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Integrated | Info unavailable | Integrated | Info unavailable |
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| Resolution | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 176 x 132 | Info unavailable | 128 x 128 | Info unavailable |
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| Equalizer factory presets | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Normal , Classical , POP , Rock , Jazz | Info unavailable | Pop , Jazz , Rock , Disco , Vocal , NewAge , Classic , Acoustical | Info unavailable |
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| Amplifier response bandwidth | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 20 - 20000 Hz | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
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| Digital player signal-to-noise ratio | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 92 dB | 92 dB | Info unavailable |
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| Digital Player total harmonic distortion | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 0.05 % | Info unavailable |
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| Manufacturer warranty | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 1 year warranty | Info unavailable |
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| Device type | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Portable media center |
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| Display type | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | LCD 2.4 in |
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| Supported audio formats | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | WMA , Ogg , WAV , MP3 |
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| Radio | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | 76 - 108 MHz |
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| Product name | SanDisk Sansa e280 (8GB) | SanDisk Sansa e270 (6GB) |
Apple iPod Nano (4GB, white)
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Samsung YEPP YP-Z5 (4GB, silver) | Creative Zen V (4GB, black) | Meizu Mini Player (4GB, white) |
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