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4.0 stars
"Couldn't ask for more from a flash player"
Pros: Size, features, drag and drop, sound quality and style
Cons: Storage, screen size, no AC adapter
Summary: My U3 came in 12/1/05 direct from cowonamerica.com (I suggest you purchase elsewhere for a better price). I bought it on 11/21/05, the day they posted it for fear it would soon be out of stock. Originally I wasn't considering any player other than the nano which I actually bought from Target. Before ever opening it though, I returned the nano after hearing about its scratch-prone finish and I?m glad I did wait for the iAudio.
The iAudio although not as stunning as the nano, has many more features and seems to be much more durable. This player has outstanding sound clarity. I haven't yet used the provided buds but, I picked up a pair of Sony MDR-EX51LP's. I am slightly disappointed with the Sony's high frequency reproduction, and did not hear their so called tinny initial sound but, even after hooking up the U3 to my mini system, the player shines.
Pros:
This player is small enough to carry everywhere, yet solid enough to not worry every second about its state. Music, pictures and FM radio work great. No software required, with the ability to drop and drag files is a major selling point. I would have considered many other players if they offered this feature.
Cons:
Video is also great but, strains your eyes. Don't get me wrong, I will probably watch videos, it's just not feasible for extended periods of time on so small a screen. On a flash player storage is always an issue but, 2GB is adequate for a good mix of music and pictures, probably not enough for video though. I don't travel much however, I think including an AC adapter would have made this player an even better deal than it is.
If you?re looking for a small mp3 player with the most features and in a high quality package, buy a U3, let the masses follow the nano.
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