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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!