Can I get a refill? The Real Rhapsody | ||||
![]() James Kim, senior editor | In response to the success of iTunes and the significance of Napster To Go, Real Networks has launched a revamped version of Rhapsody that incorporates many of its competitors' features. The biggest change is a Napster To Go-like subscription service that will allow users to transfer any number of 1 million-plus songs from Rhapsody's catalog to a compatible device. Rhapsody 25 is the free iTunes-like streaming audio jukebox software with 320Kbps MP3 encoding, 25 free streaming radio stations, and 25 free track streams per month. Rhapsody Unlimited is a $10-per-month subscription service with unlimited downloads and streams; it also has innovative community features such as playlist sharing and Instant Playlist, which automatically creates a playlist based on your preferences and usage history. For $15 a month, you can untether your downloads and transfer them to compatible devices in the new Rhapsody To Go subscription service. So which devices will be compatible with the service? Here's a partial list; you'll notice that some devices work with both Rhapsody and Napster To Go. Side note: Real Music Store downloads are again compatible with the iPod. | |||
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iRiver H320 (20GB) |
iRiver H10 (5GB, Lounge Gray) |
Gateway MP3 Photo Jukebox (4GB) |
Samsung YEPP YH-999 PMC (20GB) |
Creative Zen Micro (5GB, black) |
| Review date | January 25, 2005 | February 17, 2005 | January 27, 2005 | April 19, 2005 | November 12, 2004 |
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| Review summary | As did the phased-out H120, the H320 will attract those who value features as well as superior audio playback and recording quality over style. | As iRiver's first 5GB entry, the H10 includes nearly every coveted feature, but navigating the player controls can frustrate some users. | Gateway's latest digital audio player offers solid audio playback along with some nifty features for photo buffs on the go, but check out others in its class before you buy. | If you want the most stylish PMC, look no further than the YH-999; if you need a battery that goes the distance, try elsewhere. | The colorful and versatile Creative Zen Micro will make lots of users happy. |
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| User comments | 8.0 Excellent (from 306 users) | 7.0 Very good (from 107 users) | 6.8 Good (from 24 users) | 7.7 Very good (from 13 users) | 6.9 Good (from 532 users) |
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2.4 in WMA , ASF , Ogg Vorbis , MPEG 1 Audio , MPEG 2.5 Audio , MPEG 2 Audio , MP3 0.9 in 6.5 oz 4.1 in Hard drive Lithium polymer 2.4 in x 0.9 in x 4.1 in Full specifications |
2.2 in WMA , ASF , MP3 , Audible TFT 1.5 in - Color Hi-Speed USB FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz 0.6 in JPEG Digital audio player , Voice recorder , Digital audio recorder , FM tuner , Digital photo viewer Digital AV player 5 GB Silver 3.4 oz 3.8 in WMA , Protected WMA (DRM) , MPEG 1 Audio , MPEG 2.5 Audio , MPEG 2 Audio , MP3 Microdrive Lithium ion Stereo headphones , USB cable , Carrying case , AC adapter 2.2 in x 0.6 in x 3.8 in Full specifications |
2.3 in WMA , MP3 TFT 1.6 in - Color Hi-Speed USB 0.7 in JPEG , BMP Digital audio player , Digital photo viewer Digital AV player 4 GB Silver 3.4 oz 3.8 in 3 month parts and labor limited warranty WMA , MP3 , AAC Microdrive Lithium ion Stereo headphones , Carrying case , AC adapter 2.3 in x 0.7 in x 3.8 in Full specifications |
20 GB 3.8 in TFT 3.5 in - Color Hi-Speed USB 8 oz 4.2 in MS Windows XP Media Center compatible 0.8 in JPEG WMA , ASF , WAV , MP3 MPEG-2 , WMV Lithium ion Digital audio player , Digital video player , Digital photo viewer Stereo headphones , USB cable , Carrying case , AV cable , Remote control , AC adapter Portable media center Full specifications |
2 in WMA , WAV , Protected WMA (DRM) , ADPCM , MP3 Drivers & Utilities , Creative MediaSource No built-in memory 5 GB 0.7 in 98 dB Hi-Speed USB Black 3.8 oz Stereo 3.3 in Vocal , Classic , Disco , NewAge , Rock , Jazz , Acoustical , Pop 0.1 % 1 year warranty 12 hour(s) Microdrive 160 x 104 Lithium ion 2 in x 0.7 in x 3.3 in Full specifications |