Posted to Portable Audio/Video 2010-07-10
Other features include Samsung's advanced DNSe 2.0 Sound Engine, a built-in FM radio and support for MP3, WMA, OGG, AAC (iTunes software compatible) and AAC (iTunes file format) formats. The unit can also be used to view text files and it comes with Samsung's SMS (Samsung Media Software) suite of applications for managing your music collection. The device can also be used with the iTunes software.
FeaturesThe P2 16GB has most of the features you need in a portable media player. The Bluethooth capability means no more dangling wires and the user interface is slick and very intuitive. It has support for most of the formats you're likely to need, and Samsung has a reputation for building media players that produce excellent quality sound. There's more than enough storage, and the widescreen 3 inch LCD touchscreen is bright and crisp. ErgonomicsThe P2 16GB's strong point is its user interface. There are only 3 touch buttons on the device, the rest of the user interface is implemented entirely on the touchscreen. The mouse gestures work much the same as the iPhone or iPod touch, and the capacitive touchscreen is very responsive. Design of the menu system is very intuitive - it's unlikely you'll need the manual to use this device. And the Bluethooth headphone capability adds to the convenience of using this device. SummaryIf you're looking for a lower-priced alternative to the iPod Touch, the Samsung P2 16GB makes an excellent choice. It doesn't have application support, but it does what it was designed to do very well - play media files. The included software is excellent or you can use it with iTunes, and it has all the media format support you're likely to need. An excellent offering from Samsung, and a true alternative to the iPod touch. Pros
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