PMP (Portable Media Player)
A portable media player (or personal media player) is a handheld device which stores digital media for on-the-go listening and playback. For the most part, this includes digital audio files, digital video files, and digital images files. Typically, they use a combination of a hard drive, a micro drive, flash memory, or removable memory cards for storage. Displays for video-specific players are generally LCD or OLED measuring around 6 inches or less. Some players feature in-built personal organization systems, some feature games, and some include broader features such as an FM tuner or built in DVR function.
PMP features:
 Portable media players guideLooking for the perfect portable media player to suit your situation? You've come to the right place. »
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 MP3 vs FLAC vs WAV: Audio formats primerThere are many different audio file formats that serve many different purposes; we've broken down each format and its main purpose in this primer. »
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 Top PMPs under $150Looking for an MP3 player on the cheap? Spending less doesn't always mean sacrificing quality. »
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 How to turn your iPod touch into a VoIP phoneWhile iPod touch owners might not have the flexibility of mobile communication that their iPhone-toting friends enjoy, that doesn't mean the iPod touch is a slouch in the communicating methods at home. »
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06/08/09 12:34pm Mobile Sony rumoured to be working on an Android Walkman
Japanese inside sources claim Sony will release a portable media player based on Google's open source operating system next year. dig deeper
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02/11/09 11:15am Mobile, Imaging feature The Obsessable Ten: Valentine's tech-themed gifts for lovers
It's not too late to pick up one of these low-cost geeky gifts for your object d'amour. dig deeper
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01/19/09 4:34pm Home A/V feature Directory: Audio features and guides
Check out all our original features and guides in the audio category. dig deeper
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01/09/09 5:35pm Mobile feature CES 2009: Hands-on with the iriver P7
iriver's stylish and light new portable media player impressed us with a solid design and easy-to-use user interface. dig deeper
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12/19/08 11:40am Mobile comparator Top portable media players under $150
Looking for a great deal in the MP3 player department? Great tunes don't have to break the bank. dig deeper
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12/03/08 10:30am Mobile how-to How to turn your iPod touch into a VoIP phone
While it's limited to WiFi connectivity, with a few modifications, any 2nd generation iPod touch can double as a phone. dig deeper
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12/01/08 10:56am Mobile, Computing The Simpsons' Apple spoof video hits the web, makes up for lost time
The Simpsons unleashed a volley of satirical shots at Apple last night, and the video is up at Hulu. Apple products have been such… dig deeper
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11/25/08 8:00am Mobile feature Holiday Gift Guide: Portable Media Players
Thinking about giving the gift of sound this holiday season? We take a look at eight PMPs and pick our favorites. dig deeper
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11/12/08 4:53pm Home A/V feature Is satellite radio worth the price?
With so many online alternatives, will Sirius XM's recently relaunched services be destined for doom? dig deeper
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10/24/08 8:12pm Mobile PMPs compared: Part three, the underdogs
Looking for a truly unique portable media player? Check out one of our picks from "underdog" brands. dig deeper
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10/24/08 8:07pm Mobile feature PMPs compared: Part three, the underdogs
Looking for a truly unique portable media player? Check out one of our picks from "underdog" brands. dig deeper
Profile pages: Creative, Wi-Fi, PMP (Portable Media Player), DRM, HSDPA, Archos, iriver, OGG, AMOLED, Creative Zen, FLAC, codec, Archos Internet Media Tablets, iRiver Clix
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10/24/08 2:16pm Mobile PMPs compared: Part two, Microsoft Zunes
Microsoft's answer to Apple's iPod has left its mark on the industry, but is it the right device for you? dig deeper
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