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Summary: correction
Review: excuse me but mac os 9 doesn't use any apple only encoding, just straight mp3. The AAC format you're referring to began in OS X. I think the bottom line is that Virgin needs to fix their iTunes plug-in. I've read that people can't get the thing to work in OS X or OS 9.
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Summary: Nice, but questionable
Review: I bought one of these. I have used it under Windows XP and had no problems. I am disappointed that you must use the software to download songs to the player. I have seen players that can be used as a USB pen drive for 1\2 the price online. I got mine at a local target for $69.99 it was marked down from $79.99. You can use this player for other file storage, but not efficiently, you must use the software that they provide, which doesn't let you upload MP3, WMA or ASF (video) files from the player to a new computer. I use a Smart Media card and a USB reader for transferring those types of files. If those issues do not bother you, it is a very easy to use player. The FM radio has a pretty strong antenna. I would recommend this to the average person, not the computer extremist.
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Summary: The "M" in "MP3" stands for "meh."
Review: I debated between giving this MP3 player 2 or 3 stars. All the Mac vs PC stuff notwithstanding, this MP3 player is only okay. This MP3 player shouldn't have any issues with working as a Mass Storage Device on either platform. Before flipping out in a review, perhaps you should RTM or get help from a tech savvy friend. It's kind of bulky, and it doesn't have an armband which was something I wanted. The battery goes horizontally in the bottom, which meant that when I ran with it clipped to the waistband of my shorts, it flapped against my leg in a rather annoying manner. The sound was average, and I didn't care for the earbud headphones that came with it. The battery life was not horrible but definitely not spectacular. I was pleased that it is expandable, but it uses flimsy smartmedia. Perhaps I'm a klutz, but smartmedia cards just don't strike me as very durable. The rocker switch that is used to toggle between radio stations and MP3s was also flimsy, and in the player I had would get stuck to one side if you didn't use it just right. One thing I did like was the software that came with the player. It was easy to use and not contstantly trying to sell me things. (*cough*MusicMatch*cough*) Overall, this isn't a bad MP3 player, but it's not a great one. If you're in the market for a less expensive but still decent player, check out the lower-end Rios and RCA Lyras. After having this player for a month I wound up returning it for a RCA Lyra RD1080 128 MB MP3 Player which I am much happier with. They're a tad more pricey but worth it.
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Summary: Correction
Review: I didn't by the product, but read the review about it not working with Mac OS 9. I just wanted to let people know that the problem is not OS 9. It's the fact the the iTunes Music Store encodes all music in AAC format which is not compatible with this player. AAC is very much like mp3, with a higher quality sound. It also has DRM (Digital Rights Management) to make the downloads 'legal' and acceptable to the record companies.
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Summary: Good player for PC owners
Review: I don't see why someone would give this product only one star just because he owns a Mac. Seriously guy, don't complain just because you bought a Mac and they have their own stupid format for music files. You didn't even buy this player. It's a great player and takes 256MB smart media cards which I have for my camera so it's perfect for me. Compare that to a lot of the other players. The price is right compared to other players in this range. I bought it because my old player was only 64MB and couldn't be expanded.
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Summary: it was the coolest
Review: I own one and it uses a smc(a smart media) card to extend memory! Also it is so easy to use!!!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: Does not work correctly with Mac OS 9
Review: I purchased this item and all the songs I download to it from iTunes (OS 9) refuse to show up on the player. I contacted customer support but they did not help. If you use Mac OS X or Windows, it may work for you. If it does, it is a great deal for an expandable 64MB player. As a side note, it requires 1 AA battery, not 1 AAA like the description says.
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Summary: Very Nice
Review: I was a bit skeptical about buying an mp3 player because my previous one just stopped working for no reason. I bought it mainly for its low price. The Software is easy to use, the player itself is a good size & sound quality is very clear. I love the FM receiver. The expansion slot is a great idea. I didn't expect to be this satisfied. Overall I am very happy with my VP-01.
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Summary: This is my first MP3 player
Review: So my review may not be all that good. Since its my first MP3 player and it was under $70 I think this player is pretty cool. I haven't seen good reviews on very many MP3 players though but I am okay with it. I can have about 22 songs depending on the length so its more or less. Its has a radio and its small enough to hide in pocket or purse.
Using one battery makes it easy to change when you are on the go and dont have time for a recharge.
So for a starter MP3 player this one is just fine, unless someone can recommend a better one for same price.
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Summary: Great for the Money
Review: This is an easy to use, starter MP3 player. I purchased this not knowing how much I would use one, and did not want to fork over $250. The expandable memory is great. If you are willing to spend $250 on a MP3 player, this is not the player for you. If you want a MP3 player for under $70 that has all the basic needs covered, this is the one. I got mine at Target for $48(closeout). I thought it sounded fine. I had nothing to realy compare it to. The FM tuner is a big plus. My other options for this price range were MP3 players that run off a CD. I found those too bulky. A great buy.
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