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| Forget the cumbersome Walkman tape player from the 80s or the portable CD Player popular in the 90s. MP3 players are the new standard in portable music and they are lighter, smaller and have the storage capacity to hold hundreds of songs. These digital devices are generally small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. |
What is an MP3?
An MP3 is a digital audio file format that stores an audio track at 1/10th of the original size of the recorded track on a traditional Compact Disc (CD). Essentially, the recordings are compressed removing the audio information that is deemed inaudible for humans. MP3 Players
There is a wide variety of MP3 players on the market today. It is wise to conduct a bit of research before purchasing an MP3 player. When evaluating devices, consider differences in memory capacity, playback or audio quality, ease of use, and file upload speed, as these are among the most important factors that will give you the best user experience possible. Apple is a leading manufacturer of MP3 players and their series of iPod MP3 and video players, including the iPod shuffle, iPod nano, iPod classic and iPod touch, are immensely popular. Creative, another MP3 player manufacturer, offers several players in its ZEN, X-Fi and Stone lines, including the ZEN V Plus, ZEN X-Fi and Stone Plus. Microsoft, widely known for its software, also markets and MP3 player called Zune. If you need help in comparing MP3 or other electronic devices, you can find reviews on cNet. Adding Music to Your Player
You can add your favorite songs to the MP3 player by transferring them from your computer to your player. You can get music onto your computer in two basic ways: you can copy CDs from your existing collection or you can purchase and download music from the Internet from services such as Napster and iTunes. Most MP3 players come with software that makes transferring sound files to your MP3 player easy. Apple's iPod MP3 players use Apple's iTunes program for downloading and organizing music, while other MP3 players can use a variety of download programs such as Microsoft's Windows Media Player. Consult the manufacturer's User Guide for the recommended software to use with your MP3 player and instructions for loading music. Helpful Links ConsumerSearch.com: This web site compares many types of electronic, home, fitness and automotive products, as well as basic pricing information and links to retailers. MP3.com: This web site helps users discover new music from both independent and major recording labels. The site also offers fan-generated ratings, reviews and forums. Intro to Downloading Music: If you're new to downloading music, you'll find this introductory article from 24HourSupport.com helpful. MP3 Players at Target.com: This retailer offers several brands of MP3 players, as well as docking stations, headphones, armbands and other accessories. BestBuy: This retailer offers many MP3 players and accessories, including Apple iPod, Microsoft Zune, Insignia and Samsung.
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