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Insignia Pilot with Bluetooth (8GB)
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"Best combination of features and price" on by fallingace
Pros: More features for less money than an ipod
Cons: Poor FM reception when using bluetooth
Summary: I can't believe this device doesn't get more love from cnet. This device has a nice set of features for an 8gb mp3 player and cost less than the 8GB ipod. This device has expandable memory (SD card), stereo bluetooth, a F.M. tuner, 2 headphone jacks, and a replaceable battery. Want to share music with your friends? No adapters needed here. Two people can simply plug in their headphones while a third can listen via stereo bluetooth. Bluetooth volume can be controlled independent of the plugged in headphones. Sound quality over my Motorola S9 stereo bluetooth headphones exceeds most earbuds that I have.
The biggest complaint I have about this device is the lack of FM reception when using bluetooth headphones. Only way to fix this is to plug in a set of earbuds to act as an antenna. Video playback could be smoother, but i will have to re-encode my music videos before i can pass final judgment.
Overall this is an excellent music player that cannot be beat for anywhere near the price. -
"Surprised it took this long to be reviewed!" on by JWilliams06
Pros: Price, Removable Battery, Bluetooth, Screen, additional mem thru SD card.
Cons: "Insignia" stigma, trade off of screen size and phyical dimensions
Summary: Here on Dec. 19, this Insignia Pilot has finally been reviewed. I'm completely surprised that this item has taken this long to make the rounds here on CNET.com. I must say that I do not own this model, but from what I've seen at the Best Buy stores, after extensive testing -- seems like BB has a terrific item on their hands.
Easy, drag & drop interface, file list view, expandable memory to 16GB flash with a Secure Digital High Capacity SDHC disk. What other media player offers this kind of expandability aside from Sandisk's Sansa.
For the low price of $150, this thing has the Apple iPod, Microsoft Zune and others beat in terms of value.... and to those looking for a new MP3 player for the holidays - with expandability options, then the Insignia Pilot 4 or 8 GB model should be on your list.
The only downside is that player accessories is pretty much non-existent, but the same is true for the Zune, and Sansa players. But probably even more so because this is strictly a Best Buy brand -- the only thing available is an workout armband through DLO though.
Still, all in all - spec wise and for the dollar - excellent value. -
"Great Value with a multitude of features" on by bethdo97
Pros: All the functionality one could hope for - music, video, FM tuner, Bluetooth, Photos at a price where I don't mind buying it for my teenagers. Expandable memory with SD card so i can save all I want
Cons: Advertised to be ITune compatible but can't figure out how
Summary: Great value for the money. As an entry level MP3 player for my teenager kids it was a great buy. My kids were less than thrilled at first, because the name was not the same as the one carried by the friends, but after checking it out for a few hours, they were pleasantly surprised that mom had bought a mp3/video player comparable to their friends ipods but with more features and a much lower price
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"Mine sounds fine!" on by toddmitchell
Pros: Nice size, good FM radio, records nicely
Cons: None so far - will update
Summary: Sounds great with my Logitech cordless headphones!
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"Look ma, no wires!" on by icon1976
Pros: Simple interface, simple to add music-since I have my music organized in Windows, Bluetooth is awesome with good range, FM radio allows me to listen to PRI and sports events, universal mini-USB cable works with other devices, low cost.
Cons: The dial wheel does feel a little cheap, but who cares at these prices. The sound quality with the headphones seemed weak, but my bluetooth headphones are amplified so no problem.
Summary: I went to the park today and can't believe that everybody is still using wired headphones! Ever since my giant 3 battery Walkman in the 80s I feel like that was the biggest downfall while doing physical activities like running or working. I like the size of the device and that I can add a SD memory card. I've even thought about just having a couple of cheap 8GB cards and swap although I haven't checked to see how practical that would be. I am relieved to not feel like I have to "perfect" my music collection as I did with Itunes, but I hope making a playlist will be as simple. On my 30gb Ipod classic I added a bluetooth device which plugged into the docking port and the reception sucked! It was always clicking in and out as it was bumped and had no range. With this device,when I am in range I have no glitches and the range is at least tripled to around 30 feet. I guess Ipod is waiting to bring out their bluetooth stock but for me the Pilot has beat them to the punch. I love wireless!
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