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November 25, 2009
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Zoom Q3

Show summary: The Zoom Q3 is a pocket camcorder that doesn't skimp on audio quality. Unfortunately, mediocre video performance makes it a limited recommendation.

Category: First Look

November 24, 2009
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MP3 Insider Podcast 170: Holiday hullabaloo

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November 24, 2009
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Ep. 170: Holiday hullabaloo

Show summary: Jasmine and Donald discuss the implications of MOG's new $5 music service and lament Spotify's disappointingly slow start in the States. Also, Jasmine falls in love with a tiny speaker that is oh-so wallet friendly, and we give props to the Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide. You'll also get treated to some off-the-cuff gift suggestions from the esteemed audio editors. Finally, a listener tip on shaking up your iPod's shuffle.

Category: MP3 Insider

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    Set up an iPod Shuffle

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    Ep. 168: Inspired by the uninspiring

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    Edit an MP3 file

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    Editors' Choice: Apple iPod Touch (third-generation)

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    Set up an Apple iPod Touch

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    Ep. 167: The munchies take over

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    Before you buy: MP3 and portable video players

My software editorial reviews (showing 1 of 1)

May 20, 2009 Not just for streaming

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My product editorial reviews (showing 3 of 176)

October 27, 2009

Editor's rating: 3.0 stars

October 22, 2009 Philips SBD7500

Editor's rating: 3.0 stars

October 2, 2009 Altec Lansing inMotion Classic

Editor's rating: 3.5 stars

My blogs and podcasts (showing 3 of 574)

November 24, 2009 MP3 Insider Podcast 170: Holiday hullabaloo

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November 17, 2009 MP3 Insider Podcast 169: On wood and water bottles

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November 17, 2009 iPod scale puts bounce in your ounce

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    I'm a writer, musician, and all-around audio geek.
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    Buckminster Fuller, Belgian beer, Carl Sagan, circuit bending, bad time-travel movies, electronic music, my dog, Archigram, and performing music and video using my laptop.
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