Archive for March, 2006
Features
MP3, OGG, WMA, ASF, FLAC, WAV, MPEG4(video) playback,
FM Radio Receiver and Recording, Voice Recording, Line-In Recording
TXT (Text), JPEG (Image) File Viewer (Image Enlargement, Background Screen Designation)
Built-in Flash Memory (512MB/1GB/2GB)
USB 2.0 Interface
260,000 Colors TFT-LCD, Resolution 160×128
Long Playback Time : Up to 20 hours playback(Based on company’s self-test, The playing time may be shortened according to LCD usages.)
Multi language support
Enhanced Integrated Navigator
Play/Pause, Recording/Pause While Recording
Next Song/Previous Song, Fast Forward/Rewind, Section Repeat
Resume, Fade-In, AutoPlay Features
Search Speed, Skip Speed Setup
Volume (Digital 40 Levels)
Various EQ and Sound Field Effects
- User-Adjustable 5-Band EQ
- Normal, Rock, Pop, Jazz, Classic, Vocal, User
- Supports BBE, Mach3Bass, MP Enhance, and 3D Surround.
Clock, Alarm, Timer Recording, Sleep Function, Power Saving Shut down.
LCD Auto Off Time Adjustment, Brightness, and Contrast Adjustments
Easy Firmware Upgrade
Supports ID3V2, ID3V1, FileName
Product Info Display (Firmware version, Memory Capacity/Usage)
Supports MAC OS (Data transfer only), Supports Linux v 2.2 or higher (Data transfer only)
Software
- jetShell (File transfer, MP3/WMA/WAV/AUDIO CD PLAY)
- jetAudio VX (Integrated multimedia player software, music/video conversion feature)
Review by Anything But iPod
The Cowon iAudio U3 is a new breed of tiny flash based PMPs. Not only does it playback video on its 260k color 160 x 128 pixel LCD screen, it handles all of the major file formats including MP3, OGG, WMA, ASF, WAV, and even FLAC.
Review by LXer
The U3’s screen is only 1″x.75″, so I didn’t expect much. Yet, when I turned on the U3, the Cowon logo came up just as clear as shown on the website, maybe clearer. Even the sample photos included, though rather small, revealed a phenomenal amount of detail. And the LCD is adjustable, but I plan to leave it at its default setting. You can change the color scheme and choose wallpaper, if you like. The menus are pretty easy to figure out and navigate. Just use the menu button on the side to bring up the system menu, and use the lever to navigate. The + and - on the lever represent Up and Down, respectively, while < < and >> let you either back out of the menu, or choose the menu item. Additionally, the lever can be pushed straight in for pop-up menus.
Review by CNET
The feature-packed and swell-sounding Cowon iAudio U3 may ooze cool as one of the smallest PVPs, but its lack of DRM support, its somewhat tricky controls, and its high price tag spoil the party.
Review by CoolTechZone.com
This is indeed an innovative approach to spice up a considerably dull market due to the same features being offered by nearly all manufacturers. Now that features are packed in, the retail prices are comparatively affordable than what they used to be, and the quality is more or less at its peak (assuming you get one from a brand name manufacturer), adding video to the slew of features was a great idea. The price tags are somewhat inflated, but considering how Cowon is one of the first few companies to incorporate this feature into a MP3 player, this was to be expected. Assuming Cowon delivers exceptional video quality, this could very well be the gadget of choice for many, though we doubt you’ll ever watch a full movie on such a minute screen. Considering that, it’s a pure novelty item for those who don’t mind spending on the latest CE gadgets.
Touch your tunes and photos
Uniquely chic and ultra-intuitive, the 6GB* GoGear HDD1630 lets you easily enjoy your world of MP3 and WMA music and pictures with Sensory Touchpad SuperScroll. PlaysForSure ensures Windows XP compatibility. Enjoy more music from FM tuner.
Features
Experience music - anytime, anyplace
* 6GB* to store up to 3000* songs or 1600* pictures
* Enjoy MP3 and WMA music plus FM tuner
* Small and wearable - goes where you go
* Large backlit color display for comfortable viewing anywhere
Super-fast music and picture management
* Touch sensitive keys for intuitive control
* SuperScroll™ navigation finds songs in a simple, fast way
* Picture viewing on 1.5 inch 65K color LCD
* Easily create and edit playlists on the go
* Make voice recordings
Your music and pictures on the go, every day
* Enjoy up to 18-hour* music playtime
* Auto-synch with Windows Media Player
* PlaysForSure* with Windows XP only
Review by mp3.com
The Philips GoGear Jukebox 6GB (HDD1630) will please penny-pinchers and patient power users alike, but if you demand a speedy processor in your MP3 player, look elsewhere.
Review by Epinions.com
Another cool feature of this MP3 player is the mini liquid crystal display unit from which you do your visual navigation. It is here that you see displayed the title and duration of the song, playlist information, settings, and the general menu as well. In addition, you can see displayed the album cover from the currently playing song, and also photos.
Review by PcMagazine
Apple’s dominance of MP3 players is forcing others to concentrate on design, and that’s producing some sleek, elegant competitors, like the 30GB Philips GoGear HDD6330. It may not be perfect—the interface often responds slowly and battery life won’t wow you—but the combination of good sound, ultra-stylish looks, and a broad feature set makes this a solid alternative to the iPod, especially for those who prefer Windows Media Player 10 to iTunes.