Sony Walkman MP3 Player Review

The Sony Walkman MP3 Player is an excellent alternative to the ubiquitous iPod. After having traveled with this particular player (NWZ-S616F) for the last year I've come to prefer the Walkman over Apple's reigning champ for several reasons (see below). If you're looking for an affordable, durable MP3/video player that's high value, give this a look. Features: - Plug-and-play functionality. No need to install software to move files into or out of the player - 320x240 display on a 1.8 screen (2 screen on new model) - plays MP3, WMA DRM and non-DRM audio files, and MPEG 4 files (the newer version also plays AAC-LC 3, L-PCM, AVC, and WMV) - Excellent battery life listed at 33 hours audio or 8 hours video viewing (newer version is 45 hours audio) - FM Radio receiver with 30 presets - Clean, tactile button design allows you to use player without having to look at the screen Things that need improvement: - I wish the headphone jack came out of the bottom of the player (like the iPod) instead of the top - 8Gb model is highest memory available (Note: There is a version of the Walkman that goes up to 16Gb but it strangely has no FM radio function.) Available at Amazon.com (new version, NWZ-E438F ) 4Gb $64.00 8Gb $94.00 This video was shot with an Olympus 770SW.