Sorry I'm late deckerbj, but I just came across your post when doing a Google search for the X30. I hope you haven't already ordered your Zen Touch. I am also planning on ordering a Gigabeat X30, and I looked at your questions.
1) I don't know for sure, but if you order it from Geekstuff4u.com, the included software is supposed to be in English. Thus, I'm guessing it will work with most English PCs. http://www.akihabaranews.com/en/news-10567-X.html
2) If you get it from Geekstuff4u, the AC adapter handles 100-240V and uses a standard ''8'' jack. I assume you get the same AC adapter from any other place you order it from, too.
http://www.akihabaranews.com/en/news-10567-X.html
3) According to Pocket-Lint, the X30 is compatible with Windows Media 10 DRM, so it should work with subscription services.
http://www.pocket-lint.co.uk/news.php?newsId=1692
Take note that I don't yet own an X30, so I can't guarantee anything, but I'm sure enough to go ahead and order one for myself.
Also, it looks like Geekstuff4u is the best place to get it from. I saw one site that had it for a shocking $280 (plus $25 shipping), but it didn't have a one-year warranty that's good in the U.S. like Geekstuff4u does.
I hope this was helpful!
I am considering purchasing the new, yet to be released in the US, Toshiba Gigabeat X30. I recently lost my iPod 20G (3G) and am taking the opportunity to explore the other side. Of utmost importance is the ability to integrate with Napster-to-Go, while usability is my second criteria. However, I have questions specific to purchasing a player not yet released in the US:
1. are there any compatibility risks? Particularly w/ English Windows XP based programs.
2. will it have a US AC adapter?
3. And, finally, does anyone know about the likelihood of it being compatable with Napster-to-Go?
I appreciate anyone's assistance.
Otherwise, I will likely go for the Zen Touch (b/c of poor reviews current Gigabeat receives).
Thanks,
Dex
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