MP3 player how-tos

  • Create your own podcast

    06 Jul 2005 10:33 AM

    Forget blogging: the hot topic right now is podcasting. If you've ever fantasised about hosting your own talk show, this is your chance.

  • CNET's glossary of music terms

    08 Feb 2005 3:54 PM

    Confused by the jargon? Our glossary will help explain commonly used terms related to digital music.

  • DIY: How to record streamed audio

    07 Feb 2005 4:46 PM

    This tutorial shows you how to record streamed audio as a stereo WAV file, which can easily be turned into an MP3 for storage or trading.

  • MP3 player shopping checklist

    07 Feb 2005 11:19 AM

    MP3 players are getting cheaper with bigger onboard storage and wider format support. We reckon that 24-bit MP3 players could be the next wave. For now, all digital audio players are still at 16-bit, with micro jukebox players expected to be the in thing this year.

  • 10 mistakes to avoid when buying an MP3 player

    04 Feb 2005 4:19 PM

    If you're about to jump on the portable audio bandwagon, make sure you get what really suits your needs.

  • DIY: Replace your iPod's battery

    03 Feb 2005 1:25 PM

    Users of the first 5GB iPod model can expect a long, slow descent to shorter and shorter battery life between recharges. Eventually, you're going to have to switch out the battery - we'll show you how.

  • How to turn CDs into MP3 files

    20 Jan 2005 12:21 PM

    One great reason to get into MP3 encoding is so that you can store all of your CDs on your computer to listen to any time you want.

  • DIY: Record an Internet radio broadcast

    29 Sep 2004 2:52 PM

    Folks love recording their favourite TV shows with digital video recorders but what are fans of radio shows to do?

  • Do more with your iPod

    17 Sep 2004 2:30 PM

    Want to get the most out of your iPod? Then you need our handy guide to maximising your iPod's musical talents.

  • Breathe life back into your LPs

    05 Aug 2004 8:08 AM

    Find out how to revive your LP collection by preserving it digitally.

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