September 11th, 2010

Twisted System Portable Speakers Review

Everybody wants a great sound system but these days, stereos are practically obsolete. People listen to music over their cell phones, their computers and laptops, their iPods and other MP3 players, and their docking stations. And as most of us well know, the speaker situations on such devices often leave a lot to be desired. That is why we are going to take a look at the Twisted System Portable Speakers. Now, before you start suffering from visions of homespun sound systems for football games and bus tours, bear in mind that these nifty little speakers are an entirely different species.

The Twisted System Portable Speakers are designed to travel with you, so you never have to give up listening to your favorite songs. If you are on holiday but still want to rock out to your favorite punk or pop songs, then these are definitely the speaker for you. Naturally, you get two speakers when you buy. Cube shaped, they are about 70 millimeters and can be twisted to change their sound projection to different directions. They are not tiny enough to hide away in a pocket, but neither are they cumbersome. Although still comparably small, they really bring the sounds when plugged into a cell phone or other mobile device. The sounds are sharp and the bass is strong. Read more »

Rating: 6.7/10 (3 votes cast)

August 15th, 2010

Cute Bunny MP3 Player

If you think you’ve seen the cutest of the cute MP3 players, you want to take a look at the Latte Miffy MP3 Player – available at Target stores. The character its based on – Miffy the rabbit – is from Netherland. The MP3 player is small and is a dead-on representation of the much loved bunny from the Netherlands.

Now, this MP3 player is not going to be for everyone, but for girls – and women – who already have an MP3 player but want something a little cuter, this is going to fit the bill perfectly. It is a little pricey – when you consider all the features and the price – but you’re basically paying for the unique (and ubercute bunny shape) – which for many, many people is more than worth the price. The memory is not the greatest and yadda yadda yadda, but it’s a CUTE BUNNY! And an MP3 player! What more do you really need? Small smile.

Here’s a rundown on the Latte Miffy MP3 Player:

MP3 Player Features: Digital Volume Control, Hold Function, Enhanced 3-D Sound, Drag-and-Drop Files
Audio Playback File Format: WMA, MP3
Battery Life: Up to 12 Hours
Built-In Memory Storage Capacity: 2GB
Music Management Software: Windows Media Player 10, Windows Media Player 11
Display Size: 0. “
Wired Connectivity: Stereo, USB 2.0, 3.5mm Jack
Includes: Instruction Manual, USB 2.0 Cable, Neck Strap, Ear Bud Headphones
Manufacturer Suggested Age: 3 Years
Dimensions: Length: 2.56 “; Width: 1.02 “; Depth: 1.26 “
Product Weight: 0.03 Lb.
Warranty Description: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty on Parts and Labor

If you’ve seen the Latte Miffy MP3 Player in person or have one, we’d LOVE to hear from you. Leave a comment below and let us know what you thought about this cute bunny MP3 player. As we said, it’s not going to be for everyone, but if you’ve been looking for a unique MP3 player for a girlfriend who has everything, you’re going to want to look this one up.

Rating: 6.5/10 (2 votes cast)

August 9th, 2010

Sony Walkman E450 MP3 Player

If you’re looking for a new Sony Walkman, you’re going to want to check out the Sony Walkman E450. Engadget has a good write-up of the newest E series Sony Mp3 player.

While you could always get these Sony mp3 players in other colors in Asia, Europe and North American markets are now able to get a wide range of colors.

WALKMAN® E450: Other Great Features

Extra-long battery life up to 50 hour (music)/10 hour (video)1
SensMe™ channels for themed listening to suit any mood
Friendly, easy new interface with album scroll and wallpapers
Fun music options with Lyrics Sync and Karaoke mode
Excellent Sound Quality with Clear Audio Technologies, Dynamic Normalizer and VPT
Easy PC transfer with auto video format conversion in Windows® 7
Bookmark function for easy playlist creation
Also available with portable stereo speaker dock (E450K – Black)
WALKMAN® A840: now from 8GB up to 64GB capacity plus new white colour choice

A fresh new interface makes the Sony Walkman E450 easier to use. The redesigned playback screen lets you scroll through a big, bold view of cover artwork on the crisp, clear QVGA screen. Background wallpapers can be customised from a choice of designs, or use your own photos. New Scene Search makes it easy to pinpoint the right moment in longer videos by scrolling through a series of thumbnail images.

Looking to match your listening to your mood? Unique to Sony, SensMe™ technology automatically analyses and categorises your music library, creating a series of themed channels. Just pick your channel to suit the moment, from mellow to upbeat.

Any way you slice it, this is a great new addition to the long line of Sony Walkmans that have been available. If you want the latest Walkman in August of 2010, check out the E450 series today.

	NWZ-E450 series	NWZ-A840 series
Capacity	NWZ-E455: 16GB (approx. 3,700 songs) NWZ-E454: 8GB (approx. 1,800 songs) NWZ-E453: 4GB (approx. 880 songs)	NWZ-A847: 64GB (approx. 15,000 songs) NWZ-A846: 32GB (approx. 7,500 songs) NWZ-A845: 16GB (approx. 3,700 songs) NWZ-A844: 8GB (approx. 1,800 songs)
Supported music/video file formats	Audio: MP3/WMA (include DRM)/AAC/ Linear PCM/AAC format audio files that are copyright-protected cannot be played back. Video: AVC(H.264/AVC) Baseline Profile/MPEG-4/WMV (including DRM)	MP3, AAC, WMA(DRM), L-PCM, H264/AVC, MP4, WMV(DRM)
Display	5.1cm/2.0” QVGA LCD	7.1cm/2.8” WQVGA OLED
Playback functions	SensMe™; Lyrics Sync; Karaoke Mode; Language Learning Mode	Language Learning mode
Other functions	Dynamic Normaliser; VPT; Equaliser; FM Radio; voice recorder; Alarm/timer; WM-Port	Digital Noise Cancelling; Dynamic Normaliser; VPT; Equaliser; FM Radio; WM-Port
Charging time (via USB)	80% recharge in 1.5 hrs, full recharge in 3 hours	80% recharge in 1.5hrs, full recharge in 3 hours
Battery life	50 hours of music playback with MP3 files at 128kbps with the equalizer set to “None” 10 hours of video playback with MPEG-4 files at 384kbps	Up to 29 hours music playback (MP3 at 128kbps with the equalizer set to “None” Up to 9 hours video playback MPEG-4　at 384kbps
Available colours	Black, Red, Blue, Pink, Green	Black, White
Dimensions (approx.)	94.7 x 44.0 x 9.7 mm	104.9 x 46.8 x 7.2 mm
Weight (approx.)	58g	62g
Supplied accessories	USB Cable, Headphones, Attachment for Accessories	USB Cable, Digital Noise Cancelling Headphones, Plug adaptor for in-flight use (single/dual), Attachment for Accessories

Rating: 9.0/10 (3 votes cast)

August 2nd, 2010

Samsung YP-MB2: Android alternative to iPod Touch

If you’ve been waiting for an Android alternative MP3 player, your wait is almost over. According to rumors all over the Internet, the Samsung YP-MB2 is being released soon in South Korea and maybe elsewhere. Based on the Android 2.1 operating system, this and subsequent MP3 players based on the android OS from Google are going to be real competitors against the iPod Touch. (Some recent reports have shown Android mobile phones overtaking Apple’s iPhone 4 phones.

With a large, outdoor-friendly four-inch Super AMOLED screen and 1GHz processor but would depend on Wi-Fi alone although most who are looking for just an MP3 player won’t mind. Without being tied to a cellphone contract, there are other positives as well.

Other Features:

TouchWiz (3.1) interface
32GB expected storage

As mentioned, this is not a mobile phone, so you can’t make calls, but it does pick up and use WiFi hotspots, so you can get email if you happen to have a connection nearby.

Overall, the price and features of this iPod Touch alternative are going to be what attracts people to the MP3 player, we think.

The Samsung YP-MB2 is expected to be released August 11th in Korea, with it spreading to the world soon after. There has been no confirmation as of posting of exact release dates however, so you’ll want to bookmark us and check back soon to get all the latest information on the Samsung YP-MB2.

If you happen to be one of the first people to get your hands on a Samsung YP-MB2, please come back and leave a comment, letting us know what you think of this android alternative to the iPod Touch. Is the Samsung YP-MB2 all everyone expects it’s going to be? That’s yet to be seen, but the time is getting closer and closer every day.

Rating: 6.6/10 (5 votes cast)

July 14th, 2010

Koss PortaPro Headphones

If you’re looking for a great set of headphones that have gotten good reviews all over the Internet, you’re going to want to check out the Koss PortaPro Headphones. They’re slick, cool, very portable, and – most importantly – have a great sound. If you want to hear the best from your MP3 player – whatever one you have – you need the Koss PortaPro Headphones.

If you’re familiar with the quality of Sennhauser headphones, you should know that these compare with the quality of those. There are some minor problems possible for people with long hair – it’s possible for hair to get tangled, but this wasn’t a problem for most people. When you think about the superb 3D sound that comes out of them, the design doesn’t really matter that much anymore.

Koss PortaPro Headphones Features

Dynamic-element design = deep bass performance
Comfort Zone setting for comfortable, secure fit
Collapsible for maximum portability
Adjustable headband for added comfort
Convenient carrying case included
Model: 155491
Color Name: black
Headphones Form Factor: Semi-open
Headphones Technology: Binaural
Item Weight: 0.18 pounds
Cable: 1 x Headphones cable – 4 ft

If you travel frequently and listen to music or even audio books a lot, you’re going to want to invest in a pair of headphones like these. For the price – well under $100 – you’re going to get some great sounding headphones. They’re not the smallest – and they’re definitely not earbuds, but they’re comfortable and stylish in an 1980s sort of way.

If you have the Koss PortaPro Headphones, we’d love to know what you think. Leave a comment below and let us know your thoughts. If you have an MP3 player and want to get the most from it, these are a good set of headphones. According to many people on the Internet who have reviewed them, you’re not going to be disappointed.

Rating: 6.0/10 (3 votes cast)