MP3 Players

[Anonymous.]

So my MP3 player just broke again, and I'm going to buy a new cheap one that isn't an iPod, considering those are expensive, and I've been through 10 of them, which all of them were stolen.

What MP3 player do you have? And whats a good cheap one for me to get?

Discuss.

 

[Darkslash]

I have a DS running with Moonshell. It's actually okay, plus the DS is a tank when cat's aren't involved.

 

[GoldShadow]

Also wanting to avoid iPods, I got an 8 GB Zune (probably should've gone with a 30 gb one though!). I'm not sure if it costs more or less than other MP3 players now (I don't remember prices when I was looking at them), but it works well and is reliable.

Also, I suggest you stop getting them stolen, as I don't believe a Zune is theft-proof.

 

[Deleted member]

Creative Zen makes nice MP3's.

/typed with Itouch/

 

[Bailey]

Get an iPod, and a lock and chain you ain't losing this one.

 

[M@v]

Gold Shadow how are the Zunes? Im thinking about getting the cheapest model.

 

[Sizzle]

Creative Zen: Vision is the one I have, and I prefer the superior screen, FM radio (which you can record off of), Microphone, and easier compatible video types to the iPod.

 

[TheBuzzSaw]

Do not buy a Zune.

 

[manhunter098]

Well it depends on how big an MP3 player you are looking to get. If your looking for a smaller one I would say to go with a Sansa, theyre a good solid mp3 player. If your looking for a larger one though then Im not really sure what you should get.

 

[Pink Reaper]

Also, I suggest you stop getting them stolen, as I don't believe a Zune is theft-proof.

Zune's are theft-proof, as long as you keep an iPod near one at all times no one will bother to steal it

 

[M@v]

I was talking with a couple people, and I hear Creative Zens are really good.

 

[TheBuzzSaw]

Insignia isn't bad either.

 

[Deleted member]

I used to have a Creative Zen before I got my iTouch. Creative Zen is friggin' amazing.

 

[Son1x-]

I have iPod Nano first generation. Going to be 3 years old someday this or next month.

 

[VEEN]

i have the iPhone 3G and also use it as a mp3 player

 

[Tianxiazhai]

Any 20% costco mp3 players are good, but its really your preferance.

 

[Red Exodus]

I need a MP3 player as well and I want to stay away from iPod [iTunes SUCKS, seriously], and I don't need a lot of space so I might go for the cheaper models of some of the other brands.

 

[TheBuzzSaw]

I need a MP3 player as well and I want to stay away from iPod [iTunes SUCKS, seriously], and I don't need a lot of space so I might go for the cheaper models of some of the other brands.

If you choose the right model, you can avoid iTunes entirely. I run Linux, and I can interface with my wife's old iPod Nano.

 

[GoldShadow]

Gold Shadow how are the Zunes? Im thinking about getting the cheapest model.

I like it, it works very well. The software is good and straightforward. Nothing like iTunes, which does not use mp3 format and has all sorts of restrictions on copying and playback. In fact, that's specifically why I wanted to avoid iPods and opted for the Zune instead. The Zune plays videos and music, can store pictures, has radio, all that stuff. They also recently came out with a car pack like the ones that have been out for other mp3 players so you can listen to it in the car via a radio tuner.

Do not buy a Zune.

Why not? I have had only good experiences with it.

 

[TheBuzzSaw]

Zune uses DRM of Hades. On top of that, it doesn't even support the latest DRM schemes that Microsoft worships.

 

[Eagle]

I got my first mp3 for Christmas, which was the latest generation iPod nano. I don't think iTunes is difficult at all. You get music, videos, pictures, podcasts, and games. I don't see why people would bother buying music.. Or downloading iTunes movies which are like 2 gig.

 

[GoldShadow]

Zune uses DRM of Hades. On top of that, it doesn't even support the latest DRM schemes that Microsoft worships.

Does that come into play when one downloads songs from Zune marketplace or something?

 

[F1r3w0lf]

I have a Samsung T9 and it's great. They don't make them anymore, so the prices online are pretty varied. I don't think the newer Samsungs are as good, but I really like my T9.

 

[Mith_]

I agree with Buzz when he says don't buy a Zune. It has so few (1 iirc) compatible video types, and they shut off when they come in contact with static. So you can't really put it in your pocket. Also, you prolly won't find any Zune accessories in any store. They also have bad customer service.

 

[Fletch]

I hate iPods, but also second the Zune hate. Creative is definitely where it's at regarding MP3 players, get a Zen or Vision M.

 

[Bailey]

I own crashman's glitch

 

[Watchful_Eye]

The Creative Zen Stone Plus is the best low-price mp3player I can think of - lots of functions and pretty small (if you dont need to play Photos/Videos). Maybe a bit unhandy on the first view.

 

[Mith_]

even more reason not to get a zune rofl
http://www.smashboards.com/showthread.php?t=213784

 

[Nintendood]

If you don't want an iPod, get a Zune and get your name engraven. most people who steal those sell them, and you might just get it back if the buyer is a honest person.

 

[Lazlo Falconi]

I use a Samsung YP-Z4. Kinda old and all-but impossible to find but very nice. I need one that's a bit bigger than four gigabytes but I'm attached (Also broke)

 

[notftomearth7]

I'd say get a generic brand MP3 player, because all it really does is play music, and that's all you need. Plus, unlike an I-Pod, it doesn't punish you for not downloading the newest version of the software.

 

[Anonymous.]

Well, I just want an MP3 player that lets me navigate my music easily. All of the ones I currently use outside of iPod/Zune don't do that. They only have a go back or forward function

Anything like what I'm talking about on the market?

 

[InfamousLegato]

If you get an iPod just don't use iTunes. Use Sharepod or some other 3rd party software to add music to it without dealing with the hassle. Also, be a little more careful. People will steal any mp3 player iPod or not.

Side note : Whoever programmed this into the 30gb Zune should be fired.

//------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BOOL ConvertDays(UINT32 days, SYSTEMTIME* lpTime)
{
int dayofweek, month, year;
UINT8 *month_tab;

//Calculate current day of the week
dayofweek = GetDayOfWeek(days);

year = ORIGINYEAR;

while (days > 365)
{
if (IsLeapYear(year))
{
if (days > 366)
{
days -= 366;
year += 1;
}
}
else
{
days -= 365;
year += 1;
}
}
// Determine whether it is a leap year

^^ lol at bad programming

 

[Veng]

I have an iTouch but my cousin got a Zen for Christmas, its pretty tight, better then most and it has a decent led screen that has an iPod type design and feature.

 

[Overload]

Insignia isn't bad either.

I have an insignia, it's great. I recommend it.

If you get an iPod just don't use iTunes. Use Sharepod or some other 3rd party software to add music to it without dealing with the hassle. Also, be a little more careful. People will steal any mp3 player iPod or not.

Side note : Whoever programmed this into the 30gb Zune should be fired.

//------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BOOL ConvertDays(UINT32 days, SYSTEMTIME* lpTime)
{
int dayofweek, month, year;
UINT8 *month_tab;

//Calculate current day of the week
dayofweek = GetDayOfWeek(days);

year = ORIGINYEAR;

while (days > 365)
{
if (IsLeapYear(year))
{
if (days > 366)
{
days -= 366;
year += 1;
}
}
else
{
days -= 365;
year += 1;
}
}
// Determine whether it is a leap year

^^ lol at bad programming

Y2K9!!

 

[Frown]

iPod Touch is awesome. If you want an iPhone without a phone, go for it.

 

[Evil Eye]

I got a cheap Memorex for twenty bucks. So far I've loaded almost all of my favorite songs onto it with plenty of space to spare, I have zero problems, the sound is CD quality, and it uploads any media type I want (through WMP, which converts for optimization). It also uploads at the speed of light, **** near. I uploaded about six hours worth of music in a minute or two, it just zipped by.

I was kind of worried because it was outdated (came with software for XP at the newest), but it even worked on my Vista laptop with WMP 11. Yay for Vista compatibility!

 

[IntegraDC2rawkr]

i only got the old 30GB Zune and i dont know if they sell them still.its good but get the new zunes,heard many great news about them

 

[Black_Heretic]

10 stolen ipods? how does that happen?

 

[Ryan Ludovic]

Get an 11th ipod, and stop getting it stolen.