Archive for February, 2007

Latte SLIM11B GSM Unlocked Phone Review

http://lattefone.com/

Review by K.C. Kim

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Regular price: $399.00
Sale price: $199.99

Latte Communications launched its 3rd GSM phone in USA

Be the first one to own this stylish GSM phone.

DARE TO COMPARE WITH Motorola L7.
Smaller than L7. Better Camera than L7. More Stylish than L7.
Take pictures and move the files from the phone to your computer by just connecting USB cable. SO EASY!!!

Take Pictures. Take Video. Move the files. Play Music. Watch Video…… more and more…

Frequency : 850/1800/1900MHz or 900/1800/1900 Mhz
107 X 43 X 11.2 mm: Super Slim Size
1.3M Pixel CMOS Camera/Camcorder Functions
Built-in MP3/MP4 Player Functions
1.9″ 260K Color TFT LCD Screen
SMS, MMS, WAP Support
64 Polyphonic Sound
Embedded NAND Memory 64MB /
Extended T-Flash Slot Support
Speaker Phones
3 built-in Games
Image Editor, Ring tone Composer
Organizer, World Clocks, Calendar, To-do List,
Stopwatch, Health Check, Phone Book, etc
MORE AND MORE!!
Accessories: Handset, Battery, Travel Charger,

Stereo Ear Piece, USB Cable, Manual

Work with Cingular or T-mobile or any GSM carriers in Americas
THIS PHONE DOES NOT WORK FOR VERIZON OR SPRINT

Note: Internet functions vary with service

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What’s in the box: Handset, Battery, Travel Charger, Stereo Ear Piece, USB Cable, Manual.

Intro: I had a chance to review Lattefone latest GSM phone Latte Slim 11B. The Slim 11B is a stylish thin candybar type handset. Here we take a look at the Latte Slim 11B phone.

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Design: The first thing I noticed when opening the box was just how small the phone is. It is one of the smallest phone that I have seen. Even smaller and thinner than the Motorola L7. Which is saying a lot! The Slim 11B phone has a similar Metal etch keypad as the Motorolla SLVR/Razr. The Slim 11B comes in Silver that oozes style and attractiveness.

Function: The Latte Slim 11B features a 1.9″ 260K Color TFT LCD Screen, 1.3 MP Camera with Video Recording, 64mb of built memory with Tranflash Slot for additional memory, MP3/MP4 Multimedia functions, and more…

Performance: Phone calls perform well using Cingular’ service. But will depend on your coverage area. Video playback is excellent on this handset. Keep in mind that the screen is small so its most useful for short films, music videos and trailers. The stereo speaker was even louder than my Cowon A2 pmp. And MP3 playback was equally as good rivaling dedicated MP3 Players. The 1.3MP camera on back of unit is comparable to other cell phone cameras. And the phone also has unlimited video recording.

GSM: The phone will come unlocked which is a major plus and will work with most GSM carriers such as Cingular and T-Mobile.

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Menu: The menu was pretty straight forward. D-pad for moving up and down and then clicking ok and back to go forward or back. Very easy to navigate which is plus.

Adding Music/Photos: The Lattefone Slim 11b has 64mb built in memory to get you started. Also has a Transflash/MicroSD slot for added space. Unlike other phones The Slim 11b truly makes it easy to uploads songs to the phone. Simply drag/drop your photos and mp3s into the correct folder.

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Conclusion: While Latte Communications is not a household name just yet. They certainly make solid phones that perform well and have quite a few features. If you are looking for a nicely designed phone thats ultra thin then you will not find better than the Latte Slim 11b.

On sale now for $199(Regular price $399). Buy it now at LatteZone found HERE

Company info: Founded in 2004, Latte Communications, Inc.”Latte” is a US based corporation located in Silicon Valley, CA. Latte was established as an alliance of two firms, a distribution and wholesale company for wireless communication equipment and devices and a trading company for consumer electronics. Latte’s main business focus is to market high-quality GSM phones to the US market under its trademarked corporate brand “Latte Fone”. The company also introduces high-quality GSM phones from Korean and Chinese manufacturers under their brand names capitalizing on Latte’s unique sales channel, branding strategy and marketing process.

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Be on the lookout for a new upcoming phone coming out soon from Lattefone called Neon7.

Rating 9.1 out of 10

4 comments February 19, 2007

Hauppauge WinTV HVR-950 Hybrid Tv Stick Review

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http://www.hauppauge.com/pages/products/data_hvr950.html

Reviewed by K.C. Kim

NTSC cable TV and ATSC high definition TV receiver for PCs or notebooks. In a small, easy to carry, “stick” package!

Watch and record cable TV or over-the-air ATSC HD TV, on your PC or laptop screen!
Schedule your analog or ATSC digital TV recordings, using the high quality MPEG-2 video recording format!
Pocket size, easy to install on USB2. The perfect traveling companion for laptops.
Includes portable antenna*.


WinTV-HVR-950 hybrid TV stick features

Watch analog cable TV or the new ATSC HD digital TV on your PC or laptop screen! ATSC HD is the over-the-air high definition TV standard for North America.

No need to open your PC: just plug into your USB 2.0 port.
Note: will not work with USB 1.1

Includes Hauppauge’s WinTV2000 application to watch and record TV, in a window or full screen. If you live in an area where you can receive both digital and analog TV, you can switch between analog and digital channels automatically.

Includes WinTV-Scheduler, so you can record your favorite TV programs on a daily, weekly or once only schedule.

Digital ATSC HD TV features

ATSC over-the-air digital TV receiver built-in. Supports all ATSC formats, up to the high definition 1080i format!

Record ATSC digital TV to your PC’s hard disk using high quality MPEG-2. ATSC digital TV recordings will typically consume from 1 to 5 Gb of disk space per hour, depending upon the TV broadcasters ATSC format.
Click picture above to see the WinTV-HVR-950 attached to the included USB extension cable

Analog TV features

Analog cable TV receiver built-in. Will also work with TV antenna.

Record analog TV shows to your PC’s hard disk using our SoftPVR™ MPEG-2 encoder. Analog TV recordings will typically consume 1.5 Gb of disk space per hour.

WinTV-HVR-950 brings analog cable TV and over-the-air ATSC digital TV to your PC or laptop! Watch and record TV in a window or full screen using high quality MPEG-2. Use our TV scheduler to record you favorite analog or digital TV shows. Play your TV recordings back to your screen any time.


WinTV-HVR-950 is pocket sized and easy to install in any PC or laptop.
It’s the perfect traveling companion for road warriors or college students who carry a notebook computer. To install, just plug it into your PC or laptops’ USB 2.0 port and connect a cable TV or a TV antenna. Load the software from our installation CD and you’re ready to start watching analog or ATSC digital TV on your PC or laptop screen. WinTV-HVR-950 also includes a portable digital antenna, so you can receive digital TV while you travel!*

ATSC high definition digital TV brings you sharper TV images on your PCs screen
with near CD quality sound. Watch TV at up to the high resolution 1080i format on your PC screen. WinTV-HVR-950’s ATSC digital TV receiver adds great features to your TV viewing: automatic identification of channel names plus will record high-definition digital TV programs to your PC’s hard disk in an MPEG-2 format without losing quality.

You’re prepared for the future.
If you live in an area where you can’t currently receive ATSC digital TV, the WinTV-HVR-950 can still be used to watch and record analog TV from cable TV or a TV antenna. But you are prepared for the future! When ATSC digital TV comes to your area, WinTV-HVR-950 will also receive the new digital TV channels.

Digital video recorder, too! Record your favorite analog or digital TV shows with one simple click. You can also use our WinTV-Scheduler to schedule your TV recordings on a daily, weekly or once only schedule.


Already own a WinTV-HVR-9XX and want the remote control and A/V input cable set?
Click here to order the optional A/V cable and remote control.

System requirements

Minimum processor recommended:
2.2 GHz P4 or 1.8 GHz Centrino or equivalent (minimum).
2.8 GHz processor for analog TV recording with MPEG-2 (minimum).
Microsoft® Windows® XP, XP Pro or Windows XP Media Center Edition, with Service Pack 2.
Graphics with 64MB of memory (minimum).
USB 2.0 port (will not work with USB 1.1).
CD-ROM drive (for Software installation).

Included in this package

WinTV-HVR-950 USB 2.0 TV stick with cable TV or ATSC antenna connection.
USB extension cable.
Portable antenna*.
Software on CD-ROM (incl. manual).
Quick Installation Guide.


Model numbers

model 01139: WinTV-HVR-950 with ATSC and NTSC tuners, and portable antenna
model 01176: WinTV-HVR-950 with ATSC and NTSC tuners plus French/Englsh manual and portable antenna
model 0246: WinTV-HVR-900 with DVB-T and PAL/SECAM tuners and portable antenna

Notes:
* The WinTV-HVR-950 includes a portable ATSC digital terrestrial antenna, which can be used up to 10 miles from an ATSC transmitter. When using the WInTV-HVR-950 in the home or office, we recommend a high gain roof top ATSC digital antenna.

* To check the ATSC digital transmissions in your area, input your Zip code at: http://www.titantv.com
When you see the TV guide information for your area, click the HD only button.

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What’s in the box: Included in the box is the tuner itself, portable antenna, usb extension, software cd, and manual. Pretty much a basic package. No remote or carrying bag that some of the more expensive tuners had.

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Design: About the size of a flash drive this TV tuner is quite portable to take around with your laptop.

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Installation: First things first. Make sure you have an available USB2.0 port. USB 1.1 will not work. Also you will need a pretty well spec PC to run Over the Air HD content. So please make sure your computer meets the minimum requirements. Also of note is if you plug the device into a different USB socket you need to reinstall the driver.

I started up Windows XP Professional inserted the TV Tuner into a USB 2.0 port. XP initially recognize the tuner but ran into a problem. Checking Device Manager the WinTV HVR-950 had a yellow exclamation mark. Next I inserted the included cd. Double clicked “HCWclear.exe” and chose the last two options. Rebooted windows and reinstalled the initial driver. And that seemed to remedy the installation of the driver.

I installed the software WinTV 2000. Once installed I did a scan of analog and digital channels using the included antenna. Results 7 analog and 5 digital in the Grand Rapids Michigan area.

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Performance: The Hauppauge WinTV HVR-950 had good reception but I would not say the best. AutumnWave Onair GT performed much better(Due to the built in Nvidia decoder) with digital channels ASTC over the air HD. And the PCTV HD Pro Stick that I reviewed perform slightly better than the WinTV in analog reception.

Conclusion: At $99 bucks this is one of the cheapest TV Tuners with ATSC over the air HD content. Overall a good buy for those who want to watch TV on their PC or notebook.

7 out of 10

You can purchase the Hauppauge WinTV HVR-950 at select retailers listed HERE

1 comment February 19, 2007

AutumnWave USB HDTV Analog QAM Tuner PVR Review

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http://www.autumnwave.com/

Reviewed by K.C. Kim

Host Interface
USB 2.0

Functionality
HDTV Tuner
Analog Tuner
QAM (Digital Cable) Tuner
Video Capture
Video Editing

Broadcast Formats
ATSC (Digital TV)
NTSC (Analog TV)
QAM (unencrypted Digital Cable)

Graphics Resolution
Supports HDTV resolutions up to 1920 x 1080 (ATSC)

Video Formats
Composite Video
HDTV
S-Video

Video Features

Recording & Playback:
Use the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) for OTA Digital TV
Schedule to record up to 80 programs
Real-time or Scheduled Recording on Digital / Analog TV
Pause Live TV and Timeshift using DVR features (Digital TV)
Still image capture on Digital and Analog TV (JPEG or BMP format)
Time-shift support (Digital TV)
Record while in time-shifting mode (Digital TV)
Recording during playback (allows editing / saving of previously recorded material)
D-VHS HD Stream playback and recording (Windows XP only)
Playback HD stream files (ATSC)
Select from six speeds for fast forwarding or rewinding through recorded files
Connect your VCR or Camcorder to record your favorite tapes to PC, DVD or CD
Connect your Camcorder to save, edit, or convert your home movies
Connect your favorite gaming console to play and record games on your PC

Platform Support
PC

Interfaces/Ports
1 x TV Antenna Input Digital/Analog TV (OTA and Cable)
1 x S-Video Video In
1 x Composite Audio/Video Input

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor
External Device

Miscellaneous

Additional Information

User-Friendly Features:
GT easily fits into pocket, backpack or laptop case
USB Powered for maximum mobility
Remote control … Sleep Timer … Auto Power On/Off
Digital Signal Strength Display makes antenna pointing easy
Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) (OTA Digital TV)
Zoom Navigator to select and enlarge the TV picture
Wallpaper TV View (live video or captured images as your desktop background)
Connect your favorite video game console to play on PC instead of TV

Main Chipset:
CX25843, CY68013A

Tuner:
LG ATSC / NTSC Tuner (LG TDVS-H062P) 5th Generation Chipset
1 Antenna Input [Digital/Analog TV (OTA and Cable)]
ATSC / NTSC OTA Ch 2 – 69
Unencrypted ATSC / NTSC Cable Ch 2 – 125 & QAM

Audio:
Digital TV AC3 & 5.1 Channel Decoding Support
Analog TV Stereo / Multi Lingual Support

System Requirement

System With DXVA Support:
CPU: Intel Pentium III 800 MHz or higher or AMD Athlon XP or higher
Video Memory: 32MB or higher
RAM: 128MB or higher (256 recommended)

ATI VGA: Radeon 7200 or higher or Mobility Radeon 7500 or higher
nVidia VGA: Geforce MX 440 or higher or Geforce 4 Go or higher (Geforce 4 Ti not supported)
Intel VGA: Extreme Graphics 2 (865G, 855G, 852G) with driver v6.14.10.3722 or higher

System Without DXVA Support:
RAM: 128MB or higher (256MB recommended)
VGA: 64MB video memory or higher with DirectShow
CPU: Pentium 4 1.6GHz or higher, Pentium M 1.4 GHZ or above Notebook and AMD Athlon XP 2000+ or higher

Operating System Support:
Windows XP Home / Professional with Service Pack 2
Windows XP Media Center Edition 1.x or higher**
Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or higher

**Requires a separate MCE-compatible hardware-based Analog TV tuner to use the “My TV” function of MCE. Full digital/analog support with included OnAir software.

Compatibility
AC3 / AAC audio decoding and output supported Motion Picture Recording

Format:
Digital TV: MPEG-2 TS (up to 1920 x 1080 resolution)
Analog TV and Video Input:
MPEG-2 (720×480, 640×480, 480×480, 352×480) for SVCD or DVD
MPEG-1 (352×240) for VCD

Still Picture Capture Format:
BMP & JPEG

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What’s Included

When you purchase the OnAir GT you will receive the mobile USB 2.0 Powered OnAir GT unit, Indoor Antenna, Antenna Adapter, Mini USB Cable, Remote Controller (AAA Batteries Included), AV Input cable, Getting Started Booklet, Installation CD and Carrying Case.

Intro: I remember purchasing a $50 usb tuner a couple years back and found that I was disappointed with the experience. Slow USB 1.1 connections and poor picture was to blame. Now the next generation of USB TV tuners is available that adds HDTV and are on faster USB 2.0 connections. The Autumnwave Onair GT is of the first mobile HDTV and DVR device to allow on-the-go consumers to receive and record high definition over-the-air’ and digital cable (QAM) television broadcasts on laptops, as well as analog over-the-air’ and cable broadcasts.

Installation: First thing to do is go to the net and download the latest drivers and software. This is recommended as updates and fixes are available. Follow by installing the drivers and software on to your laptop. Connect the USB to an available USB 2.0 port. And connect the antenna to the tuner. And you’re all set. Scan through the digital and analog channels and your ready to watch HDTV on your laptop. Included is a remote for easy flipping through channels.

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Function: The TV tuner can produce crystal clear picture for digital channels. While analog was below average in my opinion. The minimum PC specs are lower than competing HDTV tuners due to the nVidia PureVideo Decoder. Like a PVR the Autumnwave Onair GT can view TV, Record programs, and also time shift.

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Conclusion: The next generation of USB TV tuners has arrived and Autumnwave Onair GT is the best I have reviewed so far. If you want to watch HD content but don’t want to fork over the big bucks for an HDTV then the Autumnwave Onair GT might be right for you.

8.9 out 10

Purchase it now for only $179 HERE

2 comments February 10, 2007

NazTech Gladiator II Review

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http://www.naztech.com/

Reviewed by K.C. Kim

SPECIAL FEATURES:

• Water & Alkaline Resistant

• 360° Stainless Steel & Leather Belt Clips

• Unparalleled Durability and Protection

Gladiator
Tougher than tough

The last thing you need on the job site is to damage your cell phone. Which is why the first thing you need is the Gladiator phone case for constant protection. This durable, waterproof leather case absorbs the shock of impact while protecting your phone at all times. To enhance its performance, the Gladiator is constructed with high quality stitching. This is the perfect case for any working environment.

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When I upgraded my cell phone to a newer model with a 2year contract from Verizon Wireless. I decided I needed a case to keep it protected. The NazTech Gladiator II cell phone case look interesting so I thought I give it a try.

The Gladiator II case comes in four colors (Beige, Black, Carbon, and Camouflage), two sizes (Universal Size 1a Regular, and Universal Size 5A Large), and leather belt clip or stainless steel belt clip.

I chose the Gladiator II case in carbon in universal size 5A and leather clip. It’s nice that the case is customizable to the buyers liking.

The Gladiator II case is rugged and made of quality materials. It is not the case you’re looking for if your looking for something that is stylish. As I found it to be a tad on the bulky size. And the addition of the leather belt clip almost doubles it sizes. The metallic metal logo on the face has a belt buckle look to it. The case uses a magnetic enclosure for easy removal of the phone.

If you’re looking for durable case then the NazTech Gladiator II may be right for you. But in terms of style the Gladiator II case has none.

6.5 out of 10

1 comment February 10, 2007

Black Core Case for the Sony PSP Review

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http://www.corecases.com/

Review by K.C. Kim

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If your in the market for a PSP Case with maximum protection while still having the ability to play the PSP while inside the case then take a look at the Black Core Case for the Sony PSP.

Made of Black anodized aluminum the case looks rock solid on the outside with neoprene liner on the inside for protection from scratches. The case is formfitting so doesn’t add much bulk. In addition the inside of the case has two slots for memory cards.

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The top flips over and is held in place with a magnet in the back of the unit for viewing movies.

Overall a solid alternative to the Logitech Playgear Pocket.

7 out of 10

Purchase it now HERE for $14.95

Add comment February 9, 2007

V-Moda M-Class Earphones Review

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Reviewed by K.C. Kim

Remix M-Class delivers unparalleld style and sensational sound quality. Polished alloy metal composition, high-fashion colors, and technical wizardry converge to create the Ultimate Listening Experience that invokes the senses. The optical elegance of sculpted metal craftsmanship is brilliantly accentuated by a variety of sleek colors. High-fidelity sound exposes music details through warm mids, crisp highs, and vibrant bass. The comfortable, lightweight, and secure fit is optimal for an active lifestyle. The modawrap cable manager is included to control the length of the metallic cable while listening and provide earphone storage when idle

Features:

polished alloy metal
• solidly sculpted metal craftsmanship
• clear metallic and color cables provide an optical elegance
• exquisite materials prevent resonance

high fidelity sound and bass bliss
• warm mids and crisp highs expose music details
• deep yet precise bass levels (122dB at 20Hz – view response curve)
• “hearing is believing” high-fidelity sound easily outclasses the competition
• designed by rockers and audiophiles – approved by famous musicians
• view our audiophile 411 and audition methods

high-fashion colors and jewelry style
• ask yourself – am I ordinary? refuse to be a slave to white and black earphones with drab designs – modaphones adapt to your music and fashion style rather than dictate it
• complement the color of your iPod®/MP3 player, accessories, and clothing – mix and match colors to create your own unique style

comfortable and secure
• comfortable, light weight, and secure fit
• soft ear piece ring for comfort and to resist moisture
• endures strenuous activities including working out, DMV lines, spelunking, and running
• optimal even-length cables

modawrap cable manager
• provides convenient cable length management while listening
• earphone storage while idle
• no more complicated case winders, misplacing extra gear, or long-winded cable tangles

Specifications:

Bass Level: 122dB at 20 Hz ( view response curve)
Frequency Response: 18 Hz – 22000 Hz
Speaker Driver: 15mm neodymium rare earth magnet
Cable length: 30.5” plug to y-connector, 13.5” even-length earphone cables
Plug: 24k gold-plated, straight 3.5mm mini-plug

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What’s included
Earphones
modawrap cable manager
Earbud pads

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Intro: Want to upgrade your Ipod earphones from the stock ones it comes with? Well your in luck with the V-Moda M-Class Earphones.

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Design and Build: Made of polished metal alloy in three colors(metallic blue, metallic pink, and silver), the M-Class are in a league of their own in terms of build quality and style.

Function:The sound quality is amazing with these pair of earphones. With a good amount of bass to boot! Head to head with the Ipod stock earphones the V-Moda have a warmer sound and clarity.

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Conclusion: At $50(Cheaper at some online shops) for the earphones these are a nice option to pair with your Ipod or favorite Mp3 Player. The form, function, and style put the V-Moda M-Class Earphones in a class of it’s own.

9.5 out of 10

1 comment February 9, 2007

Ultra Products Ultra Hydra 2GB MP3 Player(Black) Review

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Ultra Hydra 2 GB MP3 Player – Black
Reviewed by K.C. Kim

Sporty Hydra MP3 Player
This ultra sporty “Hydra” MP3 player looks great and is splash resistant. Play MP3 and WMA audio files, listen to FM radio or record with the voice recorder while at work or working out! The digital EQ features five preprogrammed settings. The USB 2.0 interface allows the Hydra to plug and play as a flash drive so files can easily be dragged and dropped to and from the player. Sporty and durable, the Ultra Hydra is your next portable music device.

Specifications

* Memory Size: 2 GB
* Color: Black
* Interface: USB 2.0
* AAA Battery Included
* Up to 8 hours continuous playback

USB 2.0
Use your computer’s USB 2.0 port to transfer data faster than ever. Transfer data at speeds up to 480Mbits/second.

MP3 Player
This superb Ultra device can capture hours upon hours of your favorite music. Everywhere you go, you’ll have your customized music collection at your fingertips.

ID3 Tags Support
ID3 tags are additional information that is stored within the audio files. Such as Song title, Artist name, Album name, Year and Genre.

Supports for WMA
WMA (Windows Media Audio) File Format. Listen to all your WMA files direct from Windows Media Player. No need to convert your existing WMA files to MP3.

FM Radio
Listen to FM radio on the go. This device has a built in FM tuner with great reception, perfect for an evening jog or the walk to work.

Splash Resistant
Rubberized trim allows it to stand up to everyday wear-and-tear. It’s also protected against accidental splashes, though this device is not designed to be fully immersed or held under running water.

USB Flash Drive
This phenomenal Ultra MP3 player also serves the function of a power-packed USB Flash Drive. You will be able to store more files on your Ultra MP3 player as well as create new files.

Voice Recording
This wonderful player doubles as an incredibly compact memo recorder. Record your important meetings. Create a voice recorded to-do list. Record your important thoughts as they come to you.

7 Different Language Display
Easily change the display language to any of the 7 preset languages.

Official Website
http://ultraproducts.com/

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Intro: Ultra Products Hydra Mp3 player is geared toward the active person who wants to take their music everywhere and anywhere. This is possible with the Ultra Hydra’s quality build quality, water resistant, and solid flash memory.

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Accessories
Black Earphones with earbud pads
Neck strap
AAA Battery
USB Cable
User Manual
CD
3-Year Limited Warranty Registration Card

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Design and Features: The Ultra Hydra player comes in your choice of four colors (Black, Orange, Yellow, and Pink with compacities of 1GB and 2GB. The design is quite nice and can be worn around your neck with included neck strap.

The Ultra Hydra player can be detected by most versions of Windows automatically. If need be there is a drive CD as well. Plug the USB cable into your computer, install the battery, and drag and drop your music. Can’t get easier than that. LCD display with backlight is easily viewable. Playback music in MP3, WMA, or Wav formats, or listen to the FM radio (which has excellent reception), or use the handy voice recorder. The main selling point is Splash Resistant. Outside of having the player completely submerged in water the player is very effective in withstanding rain, or a splash of water.

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Comparison:
Ipod Shuffle (2) 1GB vs. Ultra Hydra 2GB
The most obvious comparison would be the Ipod Shuffle (2) which rules the DAP world. The Shuffle is small, sleek, and easy to use. While the Ultra Hydra is no slouch in the looks department. The Hydra is a tad larger than other DAPS in its same category. But features wise the Hydra rules. The Hydra has a long list of features such as easy replaceable battery (AAA Battery opposed to built in proprietary battery that cannot be replaced by the user), LCD display with backlight, WMA playback, USB 2.0 file transfer, built in fm tuner, and half the price of the Shuffle with double the capacity of memory.

If you want function over style then the Hydra wins by a mile.

Sound: Here is where the Ultra Hydra player shines! The Ultra Hydra player turns out clear sounds with good bass and high volume settings are more than attequate.

Battery: The battery lasts around 10 hours of playback. The nice thing is you can carry a couple of AAA batteries and swap them out. Or better yet get a rechargeable AAA battery.

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Conclusion: This I would call an everyday use digital audio player. Keep your fragile Ipod’s and Zune’s at home. When you’re out and about you need a player that can withstand the conditions. And backed with a 3 year limited warranty. You can throw it in a gym bag or pocket without worries. The Ultra Hydra Mp3 Player is big on features but won’t make a dent in your wallet and offers up great sound quality. You can’t go wrong with the Ultra Hydra Mp3 Player.

Purchase it now at
TigerDirect.com

Rating 8.5 out of 10

10 comments February 8, 2007


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