mp3 players

ga-bmwdrvr · 11-19-2006, 09:23 AM

OK, I have not been keeping up with the digital music revolution so am not up to date on MP3 players. Right now I just record mp3's to a disc and play the CD in my car. However, I plan on getting an MP3 player for my son (9 years old and loves music, specially 80's music! LOL).
My main concern is compatability with different formats. Most music will be bought at Rhapsody or maybe iTunes. We will also have "ripped" CD's in standard mp3 format. Shoud I stick with iPod or are the others (Samsung, Creative, etc) worth the sometimes cheaper price

Brunotheboxer · 11-19-2006, 11:44 AM

i personally prefer ipod and i tunes.

ska///235i · 11-19-2006, 12:10 PM

I think Ipods are overated

ga-bmwdrvr · 11-19-2006, 07:16 PM

right now I am leaning towards the Creative Zen 1 GB for about $85, should be good for a 9 y/o, anyone with experience with one of these?

enwhykiid · 11-19-2006, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

i personally prefer ipod and i tunes.

+1

jasper · 11-19-2006, 08:39 PM

I debated between Creative Labs and IPOD for along time... I ultimately got a Nano and am extremely happy with it. The new 8gig I think is a bargain for about $250.

When I showed it to a friend of mine he went out and got one and loves his as well.

Caster · 11-20-2006, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ska

I think Ipods are overated

+1

I hope iTunes dies..

ward · 11-20-2006, 09:16 PM

you have to either use apple or use something else entirely

the different formats don't play well with each other.

Brunotheboxer · 11-21-2006, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Caster

+1

I hope iTunes dies..

what do you work for m$ or something.

wuufer001 · 11-23-2006, 11:54 AM

Don't know but mayeb you must know how your son keeps and protects his things first. Got my younger sister (age 14 at that time) 2 ipod nano's already and now she's on her thrid one. one was lost in her school and one was left outside in the mud and rain. Really can't afford to buy her another one

BuckJon · 11-23-2006, 12:01 PM

I would look into Apple or Creative Labs they make good stuff. I think Microsoft has something coming out too called Zune or something. Check out CNET.com for some reviews of a bunch of stuff. I went with an iPod because it works well at the gym. I HATE iTunes though. It's slow and it sucks. And don't download from them get bearshare or something like that, some people use limewire I just prefer bearshare.

Annette · 11-23-2006, 01:34 PM

iPod FTW!

Caster · 11-23-2006, 05:13 PM

The Microsoft Zune is suppose 2 be pretty nice, I want to use it in person, I was thinking of replacing my iRiver H320 because my battery died, but I'd rather just spend the $30 and replace the battery then spend $300 and buy another MP3 player..

just4kickz · 11-23-2006, 05:53 PM

uhh... ipods are somewhat overrated but they are the most customizable... i mean if u get an ipod, your gonna get a case (unless you dont care about scratching it), possibly a car charger, fm tuner, etc.... whereas other mp3s arent as versatile but they might be more usable... and ideal... the pricing on ipods have a pretty big range but in all honesty u dont wanna go cheap on an mp3 player... invest your money in it because its something you'll keep for at least two or three years... and maybe more than that

ga-bmwdrvr · 11-23-2006, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by wuufer001

Don't know but mayeb you must know how your son keeps and protects his things first. Got my younger sister (age 14 at that time) 2 ipod nano's already and now she's on her thrid one. one was lost in her school and one was left outside in the mud and rain. Really can't afford to buy her another one

That's a good point, I'm still leaning towards the Creative for him. He's still pretty young and will probably want the latest/greatest within a year. This would "get his feet wet". I may buy an iPod for myself though. He has his own computer so he can keep his music separate.

ScBlacksunshine · 11-23-2006, 09:30 PM

not really a dedicated MP3 player, but the SE W810i Walkman phone is great. I got a 2gb card and ready to go with music at anytime..

E36_325i · 11-23-2006, 10:06 PM

Ipod or bust

Brunotheboxer · 11-23-2006, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Caster

The Microsoft Zune is suppose 2 be pretty nice, I want to use it in person, I was thinking of replacing my iRiver H320 because my battery died, but I'd rather just spend the $30 and replace the battery then spend $300 and buy another MP3 player..

they should have put a larger hard drive in the zune but it does work nice.

BuckJon · 12-04-2006, 12:34 PM

Has anyone used the Creative MuVo plus? I am doing some X-mas shopping and debating the iPod shuffle vs. Creative MuVo plus.

phrozen06 · 12-04-2006, 12:39 PM

I have a 4GB card in my PSP and it's great as an MP3 player. Tons of photos, Videos, and Music. Data transfer is pretty fast also.

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jasper Private First Class 21 Rep 106 Posts Drives: 2002 325i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Ramon, CA iTrader: (0)	I debated between Creative Labs and IPOD for along time... I ultimately got a Nano and am extremely happy with it. The new 8gig I think is a bargain for about $250. When I showed it to a friend of mine he went out and got one and loves his as well.
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BuckJon First Lieutenant 19 Rep 364 Posts Drives: '07 335i Coupe Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0)	I would look into Apple or Creative Labs they make good stuff. I think Microsoft has something coming out too called Zune or something. Check out CNET.com for some reviews of a bunch of stuff. I went with an iPod because it works well at the gym. I HATE iTunes though. It's slow and it sucks. And don't download from them get bearshare or something like that, some people use limewire I just prefer bearshare. __________________ Turtles Run
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BuckJon First Lieutenant 19 Rep 364 Posts Drives: '07 335i Coupe Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0)	Has anyone used the Creative MuVo plus? I am doing some X-mas shopping and debating the iPod shuffle vs. Creative MuVo plus. __________________ Turtles Run
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