Aluratek AIRJ01F USB Internet Radio Jukebox by Aluratek
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Digital camera reviews of Aluratek AIRJ01F USB Internet Radio Jukebox
Digital camera Review: Fun to Explore the Worlds's radio stations
Summary: 5 Stars
So simple it couldn't be easier to use. The ability to find stations in all corners of the world makes this a learning experience as well as entertaining. If you remember the old shortwave sets and how unreliable they were, this is the updated version that will be enjoyable for everyone.Digital camera Review: Global Info & Entertainment Search Time Saver
Summary: 4 Stars
Since receiving this device I find I use it daily as a source of search for Global English & Foreign Language information-news and entertainment radio stations. Rather than use "Google" or some other search engine this device saves time in locating global radio sources. The "favorites" feature is straight forward to use and as you use the device more and more you can set radio locations aside in the favorites section. I happen to use the news-talk feature frequently to listen to foreign sources discuss economies and business news rather than the homogenized sound bites we get even on our so called business network radio or TV stations.Digital camera Review: Good, but could be better
Summary: 4 Stars
The Aluratek Internet Radio Jukebox is great for finding & surfing radio stations around the world and playing them through a single interface. It performs this task very well. I had it up and running on my home PC in no time, just as advertised. Reasons I didn't give it 5 stars:
- The interface itself is clunky, cryptic and a bit slow. It's easy enough to use, just kind of awkward.
- It does not necessarily work on "locked down" office workstations. Although it doesn't need to install software to run, it does need to put a special driver in your Windows directory. Not a deal-breaker by any means, but something to be aware of.
All in all, the Internet Radio Jukebox is great for exploring Internet radio stations. If you'd like that process made simpler and more convenient, then you'll probably be happy with it. Otherwise, it's no different from just bookmarking your favorite stations with your Web browser.
Digital camera Review: Great Concept, poor results
Summary: 2 Stars
When it works, it's fine. Unfortunately over 50% of the time when I plugged it into the USB port, nothing happened. It isn't recognized by the computer. I actually bought 2 of these and gave one to my partner. The same thing happened with the second device in a second computer. Trying multiple USB ports doesn't help either. [...]. It isn't much money, but you might as well keep it.Digital camera Review: Great Product/Disappointing Stations
Summary: 4 Stars
Aluratek AIRJ01F USB Internet Radio Jukebox (Black)
I had read about this product in the New York Times and it seemed too good to be true. Immediate access to over 13,000 internet radio stations worldwide. As world music fans, it was perfect for my wife and I so I ordered one at Amazon.com. When it arrived, we plugged it into the computer, and immediately had music streaming in from Africa, Asia and South America. The device is great, 5 stars, and works perfectly. It's easy to use and the menus are very clear. The problem is with the radio stations. Many of the available radio stations are pretty bad, unexpectedly playing the same American and European pop music. We did find some really good music but what is frustrating is that if you hear some music you like, there is no way to figure out what it is, who the artist is. Some of the stations have websites that you can click on while listening, but so far none seem to have playlists of the songs they play. Very frustrating. Buying the device, we were hoping it would be a great way to discover new music from artists unknown in the US. We areindeed hearing the music, we just don't know what it is.