MP3 player articles

  • Bose QuietComfort 15

    12 Oct 2009 10:50 AM

    While they're no bargain, the Bose QuietComfort 15s currently offer the best sound and silencing capabilities in a pair of noise-cancelling headphones.

  • Fake iPod Nano (4th generation)

    09 Oct 2009 5:20 PM

    If it wasn't for the glitchy software and sub-standard battery life, the fake iPod Nano might have been almost as good as the real thing.

    Specs: Flash , 8GB, Yes , No

  • Panasonic SC-HC3 Compact Stereo System

    09 Oct 2009 2:31 PM

    Panasonic's attractive SC-HC3 combines CD and iPod playback with excellent audio quality, although iPhone owners should shop elsewhere.

  • Philips GoGear Vibe

    09 Oct 2009 11:28 AM

    The Philips GoGear Vibe isn't the best budget MP3 player we've seen, but its enviable colour screen, photo viewer and video playback make it one of the most well-rounded in the price range.

    Specs: Flash , 4GB, 128 x 128 pixels, Yes , Yes , Voice

  • Bose SoundDock 10

    08 Oct 2009 4:44 PM

    While it's expensive and isn't loaded with features, the Bose SoundDock 10 is classy looking and sounds excellent for a compact iPod/iPhone speaker.

    Specs: ipod speakers

  • Philips GoGear Opus

    08 Oct 2009 3:02 PM

    The slow interface probably kills what would have been an excellent player with decent format support and great sound quality.

    Specs: 8GB, 320 x 240 pixels, Yes , Yes , Voice

  • 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.

  • Logitech Rechargeable Speaker S315i

    02 Oct 2009 12:17 PM

    The Logitech Rechargeable Speaker S315i offers good sound quality in a compact, durable package; it's a solid choice for iPod owners who are constantly on the go.

  • Logitech G330

    01 Oct 2009 10:24 AM

    The G330 may not sound great, but it's certainly one of the most comfortable headphones around.

    Specs: Headphones

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Reviews

  • Philips DAB AE5230 Radio

    Philips' inexpensive entry into the digital radio world offers few surprises, either nice or nasty.

  • Sennheiser PXC 310 headset

    Noise-cancelling headphones are a necessity for any frequent flyer, and if you have the money, the PXC 310 is an excellent example of what you'll need.

    Specs: 3.5mm stereo , Closed , 1.4 m

  • Laser DVBT-MP32 Multimedia Plus

    It's not the prettiest PMP on the block, but the inclusion of digital TV support makes the MP32 a great little gadget.