http://reviews.cnet.com/Music/2001-6450_7-0.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=CNET+Reviews+-+Opinionated+advice+about+technology CNET's experts offer the most comprehensive, unbiased advice on personal technology. Sun, 11 May 2008 04:02:59 PDT http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/cobd/cnet/cnet_88x31.gif http://reviews.cnet.com/2001-1_7-0.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=CNET+Reviews+-+Opinionated+advice+about+technology 88 31 http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6570926.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Music+gear+for+your+mama What better way to surprise your tech-savvy mama than with some sweet music gear? To that end, we've rounded up some stylish MP3 players, comfy headphones, and superhandy iPod speakers. Jasmine France null Fri, 27 Apr 2007 02:39:57 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6419673.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Home+accessories+for+video+iPod+-+Ultimate+iPod+accessories CNET rounds up the hottest accessories for iPods new and old. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Wed, 31 Jan 2007 01:54:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-1025145.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Ultimate+iPod+accessories CNET rounds up the hottest accessories for iPods new and old. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Fri, 26 Jan 2007 02:05:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6668855.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+The+Zune+chronicles%2C+part+II MP3 editor James Kim weighs in on the week-old Microsoft Zune. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Wed, 22 Nov 2006 04:38:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6662796.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+Music+Has+the+Right+to+Children CNET MP3 James Kim on analog audio technology and how it affects his life. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Thu, 09 Nov 2006 03:55:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6549812.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=iPod+accessories+that+tempt+me+to+use+an+iPod CNET Associate Editor Jasmine France calls out the iPod accessories that most tempt her to switch from her current player of choice to the iPod. Jasmine France null Tue, 24 Oct 2006 02:36:32 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6654354.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+Me+and+my+iPod%28s%29 The iPod is five years old. Here are my most memorable moments with the iconic MP3 player. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Thu, 19 Oct 2006 05:06:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6648758.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+The+Sansa-Rhapsody+connection Already the underdog out of the gate, this open ecosystem has some merit. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Thu, 05 Oct 2006 09:00:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6547113.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Tune+in%3A+Six+MP3+players+with+great+FM+radios CNET editors round up six MP3 players with all-around great FM radios. Hard drive, microdrive, and flash MP3 players are included, with devices from iRiver, Creative, and more. Jasmine France null Thu, 21 Sep 2006 11:21:59 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6546712.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Best+MP3+players+for+kids CNET editors round up a bunch of MP3 players that are easy to use, rugged, and affordable enough for kids. Jasmine France null Fri, 15 Sep 2006 11:11:56 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6546135.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=See+the+rainbow%3A+colorful+MP3+players CNET editors point out the MP3 players that offer the most colorful options. Compare and contrast devices from Apple, Creative, Sony, and iRiver. Jasmine France null Fri, 08 Sep 2006 02:44:49 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6632868.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+Miles+ahead+of+the+true+video+iPod The wide-screen iPod will be joining some tough competition when it finally debuts. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Tue, 29 Aug 2006 12:08:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6545240.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Supermodel+MP3+players%3A+the+thinnest+of+the+thin In the world of MP3 players, size does matter, and just like with a cell phone, an ultrathin portable audio device can make all the difference in your pocket. Check out this roundup of the thinnest MP3 players reviewed on CNET. Jasmine France null Thu, 24 Aug 2006 04:18:46 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6544308.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Jasmine%27s+hot+list%3A+MP3+players+and+accessories Associate Editor Jasmine France calls out her personal favorites in the MP3 domain. Compare and contrast players made by iRiver, Samsung, and Creative and see if you agree with her choices. Jasmine France null Tue, 08 Aug 2006 01:26:56 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6553513.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+The+Zune+chronicles%2C+part+1 MP3 editor James Kim's takes on the swirling Microsoft Zune rumours. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Mon, 17 Jul 2006 04:21:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6543901.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Lectureworthy%3A+MP3+players+with+voice+recorders CNET editors round up several MP3 players with built-in mics for voice recording. Players from Creative, SanDisk, Cowon, and others included. Donald Bell null Thu, 29 Jun 2006 12:04:52 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6548225.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+Rallying+behind+the+eMusics+of+the+world Get interoperability by using interoperable formats. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Thu, 29 Jun 2006 11:16:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6547403.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Top+10+MP3+players+in+Asia Find out what MP3 players are hot in Asia. CNET and Download.com staff Portable Audio Devices Tue, 27 Jun 2006 04:56:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6543879.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Five+great+MP3+players+with+bookmarking CNET editors round up five MP3 players that include the handy bookmarking feature, which is particularly useful for audiobooks and podcasts. Players from Creative and Archos are included. Jasmine France null Thu, 22 Jun 2006 04:32:09 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-5611973.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Tune+in%3A+six+MP3+players+with+great+FM+tuners CNET editors round up five MP3 players with all-around great FM radios. Hard drive, microdrive, and flash MP3 players are included, with devices from Cowon, Creative, and more. Portable Audio Devices Wed, 14 Jun 2006 04:33:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6534082.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+All-you-can-eat+iTunes Is it time for an iTunes subscription service? James Kim Portable Audio Devices Tue, 30 May 2006 02:06:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6450_7-6508991.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Tiny+MP3+players CNET editors round up some teeny, tiny flash MP3 players. Jasmine France null Tue, 23 May 2006 04:32:03 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6526496.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+10+reasons+to+love+WMP+11 There's a new Windows Media Player available, and it's pretty darn good. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Sun, 14 May 2006 09:49:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-5132977.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Supercharge+your+iPod Sure, the iPod is a top-rate music machine, but did you know that it can do a whole lot more with the right software? Optimize your iPod with some of the programs in this feature. Troy Dreier Portable Audio Devices Thu, 04 May 2006 05:14:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6272776.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Hot+MP3+players%3A+Jasmine%27s+personal+favorites Associate editor Jasmine France calls out her personal favorites in the MP3 domain. Compare and contrast players made by Sony, Rio, Samsung, and Creative and see if you agree with her. Portable Audio Devices Wed, 03 May 2006 11:57:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6246843.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Introduction+-+CNET%27s+quick+guide+to+Napster+To+Go+and+Rhapsody+To+Go CNET editors offer guidance in selecting a subscription music service that will let you take songs "to go" on compatible devices. Yahoo Music Unlimited, Rhapsody To Go, and Napster To Go are discussed, and advice on picking a suitable MP3 player is offered. Portable Audio Devices Wed, 03 May 2006 10:17:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6513844.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+An+iPod+that%27s+not+an+iPod James Kim relates his experience with Rockbox open-source firmware for the iPod. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Mon, 01 May 2006 10:34:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6299756.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=The+best+MP3+players+for+audiobooks A look at the best MP3 players for audiobooks Portable Audio Devices Tue, 11 Apr 2006 02:15:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6487563.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=I+want+a+dual-DRM+iPod The Apple Boot Camp got me thinking: I want WMA on my iPod. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Mon, 10 Apr 2006 05:15:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6487584.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+and+portable+audio+feature+list A comprehensive list of the MP3 and other digital audio features on CNET.com Portable Audio Devices Mon, 10 Apr 2006 01:08:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6462771.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=The+truth+about+battery+life The difference between rated battery life and real-world battery life. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Mon, 13 Mar 2006 02:27:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6446204.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+players+are+so+over There will always be a place for the dedicated portable audio player. But soon enough, we'll all want more from a single gadget. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Mon, 27 Feb 2006 12:50:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6428818.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Return+of+MP3+Insider Read the new MP3 Insider column, brought to you by MP3/PVP senior editor James Kim. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Tue, 07 Feb 2006 01:11:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6429603.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider+Archive Portable Audio Devices Thu, 02 Feb 2006 03:50:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6423635.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=The+Creative+family+album MP3 editor James Kim rounds up the latest lineup from MP3 stalwart Creative Labs. Portable Audio Devices Fri, 20 Jan 2006 03:37:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6419937.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Home+accessories CNET rounds up the hottest accessories for iPods new and old. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Wed, 18 Jan 2006 04:11:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6419755.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Home+accessories+for+older+iPods+-+Ultimate+iPod+accessories CNET rounds up the hottest accessories for iPods new and old. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Wed, 18 Jan 2006 01:04:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6418901.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Home+accessories+for+iPod+Nano+-+Ultimate+iPod+accessories CNET rounds up the hottest accessories for iPods new and old. James Kim Portable Audio Devices Tue, 17 Jan 2006 10:57:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6366253.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+Good-bye+songs%2C+hello+videos I spent the past two months or so out sick, but digital music kept moving. Here's my take on the iPod Nano, iTunes phones, and the state of our healthcare system. Eliot Van Buskirk Portable Audio Devices Tue, 25 Oct 2005 04:54:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6364647.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+players+and+music+gear+for+less+than+%24100 CNET editors round up a selection of MP3 players and other music-worthy tech for less than $100. Portable Audio Devices Tue, 25 Oct 2005 01:30:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6338635.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Best+MP3+players+for+kids CNET editors round up a bunch of MP3 players that are easy to use, rugged, and affordable enough for kids. Portable Audio Devices Wed, 28 Sep 2005 03:38:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6335904.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=In-flight+entertainment%3A+best+MP3+players+and+PVPs+for+air+travel CNET Editors bring together the best portable audio and video devices for air travel. Make your plane rides more enjoyable with some portable entertainment. See devices from Apple, Sony, Creative, Cowon, and Archos. Portable Audio Devices Mon, 26 Sep 2005 04:31:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6334741.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=The+best+MP3+players+that+play+WMA CNET gathers the best MP3 players that can play the WMA format. Portable Audio Devices Mon, 26 Sep 2005 10:06:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6331453.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+Insider%3A+Beware+the+mighty+tick I spent the past two months or so out sick, but digital music kept moving. Here's my take on the iPod Nano, iTunes phones, and the state of our healthcare system. Eliot Van Buskirk Portable Audio Devices Wed, 21 Sep 2005 03:34:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6327584.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+players+with+advanced+equalizer+and+surround+sound+options A CNET roundup of MP3 players with nice customizable equalizers and surround sound enhancements Portable Audio Devices Fri, 16 Sep 2005 12:30:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6325963.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Five+supercute+MP3+players CNET editors round up several MP3 players that are cute enough to wear, eat, or otherwise misuse. See MP3 players by Sony, MobiBlu, Apple and more Portable Audio Devices Thu, 15 Sep 2005 11:39:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6322628.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Comparing+Apples+to+Apples%3A+iPod+Nano+vs.+iPod+Mini CNET editors take a close look at the most popular MP3 player in the world and it's replacement. Portable Audio Devices Tue, 13 Sep 2005 10:28:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6313536.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Harvest+time%3A+Apple%27s+bumper+MP3+player+crop CNET editor James Kim rounds up a trio of new Apple iPod MP3-related products. Portable Audio Devices Thu, 08 Sep 2005 02:43:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6306743.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=Supermodel+MP3+players%3A+the+thinnest+of+the+thin In the world of MP3 players, size does matter, and just like with a cell phone, an ultrathin portable audio device can make all the difference in your pocket. Check out this roundup of the thinnest MP3 players reviewed on CNET. Portable Audio Devices Fri, 26 Aug 2005 03:38:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6450_7-6291083.html?part=rss&subj=edfeat&tag=MP3+players+for+less+than+%24100 A look at the most affordable MP3 players that CNET would recommend Portable Audio Devices Tue, 09 Aug 2005 04:21:00 PDT