Audio player stories

  • Set up an Apple iPod Touch

    06 Nov 2009 10:10 AM

    Learn how to configure an iPod Touch using Apple's iTunes software, and get tips on using the Touch's email, Wi-Fi and parental controls.

  • Fake iPod versus the real thing

    08 Oct 2009 10:00 AM

    CNET Australia's Shanghai correspondent heads down to the market and buys a fake iPod. To see how they compare, we not only give them a run, but also measure and take them apart.

  • Sony Vaio, Walkman, Reader get OLED treatment

    07 Oct 2009 2:51 PM

    In lieu of OLED TVs, Sony shows off OLED-based Vaio, Reader and Walkman prototypes at the CEATEC show in Japan.

  • Nintendo DSi vs. iPod Touch

    23 Sep 2009 3:46 PM

    Who will come out winner of our prize fight for the title of best portable-gaming device?

  • Creative's drastic price drop on unreleased MP3

    21 Sep 2009 6:04 PM

    The player hasn't even started shipping yet, but Creative has already dropped the price on its newest flagship, the Creative X-Fi2.

  • Please Explain: AMOLED

    21 Sep 2009 4:12 PM

    The LED screens in your mobile gadgets are about to get whupped by brighter and better AMOLED displays.

  • Inside Sony's Secret Garden

    16 Sep 2009 10:47 AM

    In the cavernous depths of inner-Sydney yesterday, Sony held its annual showcase of products from mobile phones, televisions, MP3 players and gaming devices that will be released in the lead-up to Christmas.

  • Photos: 2009 range of Apple iPods

    10 Sep 2009 9:23 AM

    If just reading about the new range of iPods isn't enough to whet your appetite, we have a gallery of the new range with commentary and Australian pricing.

  • New iPod Touch G3 and Nano G5: The case is in for Apple

    09 Sep 2009 5:49 PM

    Thought about staying up until the wee hours of the morning to get the information on the new iPod? No need - the new iPods have been leaked.

  • Poll: Apple Store coming to Brisbane, Perth; where to next?

    28 Aug 2009 12:18 PM

    According to job advertisements on Apple Australia's website, the company is planning on opening retail stores in Brisbane at the Chermside shopping centre and in Perth. After this, where should Australia's favourite fruity friend go?

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Reviews

  • Creative Zen X-Fi2 32GB

    The Creative Zen X-Fi2 is the company's first touchscreen MP3 player which includes expandable storage and native support for FLAC.

    Specs: 32GB, 400 x 240 pixels, Yes , Yes

  • Philips GoGear Mix (4GB)

    The GoGear Mix is exactly what people are looking for in an MP3 player. It's easy to load with music, simple to operate and a pleasure to listen to.

    Specs: No , Yes , Voice

  • Philips GoGear Aria (8GB)

    The GoGear Aria may be cheaper than a comparable iPod Nano, but it's leagues behind in terms of quality.

    Specs: Flash , 8GB, 176 x 220 pixels, Yes