Samsung YP-U3JQB 2GB Touch Control MP3 Player (Black)

Samsung YP-U3JQB 2GB Touch Control MP3 Player (Black)
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Samsung YP-U3JQB 2GB Touch Control MP3 Player (Black)
List Price: $79.99
Category: Network Media Player
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Digital product summary information

Manufacturer: Samsung Electronics
Brand: Samsung
Edition: Electronics
Model: YP-U3JQB
Color: Black
Publisher: Samsung Electronics
Studio: Samsung Electronics
Music Label: Samsung Electronics
Product features:
  • 2 GB digital audio player with FM Radio and Voice Recording
  • Retractable USB 2.0 connector for direct interface with PC--no cables, cords or docks necessary
  • Li-Polymer Battery provides up to 15 hours of playback when fully charged
  • Supports MP3, WMA, OGG, and WMA-DRM10 audio file formats
  • Use as a Flash Storage Device for transferring files
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Digital camera reviews of Samsung YP-U3JQB 2GB Touch Control MP3 Player (Black)

Digital camera Review: An ergonomic disaster
Summary: 1 Stars

This so far wins the prize for the worst designed piece of hardware I have had experience with; and software is not much better.

For the sake of fairness positives first: it is slim; the USB connector slides out (no cap to lose). It is also nice to the touch.

Now on to negatives:

- fake buttons (simply drawn on a perfectly smooth plastic piece):
-- impossible to use without looking closely at the device
-- VERY sensitive to touch and very easy to miss even when looking =>
--- skip forward when you want to change volume
--- enter menu when you don't want to (it is tricky to get out of too)
--- buttons act by themselves in your pocket if not locked
-- No buttons highlighting => impossible to use at night

- Does not work (and can not be made to work) as a mass storage device
-- Can not be used with car stereos & other devices with a USB port
(which effectively negates all benefits of the form factor)
-- Forces you to go through a slow and confusing synchronization process
-- Useless as a USB stick
-- You pretty much need to create a playlist for everything
--- No playlist creation on device
-- Will not work on linux etc.

How a decent company like Samsung with experience designing great consumer products could have come up with *this* is still a puzzle to me.

Summary of Samsung YP-U3JQB 2GB Touch Control MP3 Player (Black)

Samsung's thin and sleek U3 USB Direct Player utilizes a slim USB connector, making it lightweight and extremely portable. The U3 works right out of the box--no need for cables, cords or docks and no need to install any programs. Simply slide a button on the U3 and a Slim USB connector will pop out. Plug it into any PC USB port and drag and drop music files.
Amazon.com Product Description Samsung's thin and sleek U3 digital audio features a retractable USB connector, eliminating the need for cables, cords, or docks. Simply slide a button to reveal the USB connector, and plug directly into any PC USB port to drag and drop your files. Available in five vivid colors with matching earphones, the device features an FM radio, voice recording, a customizable shortcut key, and 2 GB of flash memory for your music and file transfer needs.

Plug the U3 directly into your USB port for file transfer.

Available in five vivid colors.

Retractable USB connector.

The easy to use U3 works right out of the box with no need for cables, cords or docks and no need to install any programs.

Digital Audio Player with Built-In USB
The easy to use U3 works right out of the box with no need for cables, cords or docks and no need to install any programs. Simply slide a button and a slim USB connector will pop out. You may then plug it into any PC USB port and drag and drop your music files. While connected, the battery is charged, allowing up to 15 hours of playtime on a single charge. The U3 plays MP3, WMA, and WMA-DRM10 formats. The 4-line OLED display shows ID3 tag information such as Artist and Song, and combined with the quick touch navigation means you can serve up the song you want quickly.

FM Radio and Voice Recording
The U3 features an FM radio, utilizing the headphones as antenna. You can also record your own voice, speeches, lectures, and other outside sounds with your mp3 player, and can even adjust the quality of the recording by selecting a different bit rate.

Convenient File Transfer
The U3 also functions as a flash drive. You can use it to transfer files from one computer or USB device to another. With a 2GB capacity, the U3 has plenty of room to store your music while still accommodating all of your file transfer needs.

Customizable Hot Key
The U3 boasts a customizable shortcut key. Choose from one of the following:

  • Repeat A-B: Sets section repeat.
  • DNSe: Allows you to select an appropriate sound effect for music.
  • Play Speed: Adjusts the playback speed between fast and slow.
  • Play Mode: Selects the repeat playback mode.

DNSe Sound Engine
SAMSUNG's proprietary DNSe is a revolutionary sound technology, providing rich, more natural effects and a true-to-life surround sound experience. Even headphone users can experience simulated surround effects.

Samsung Media Studio
The included Samsung Media Studio is the easy-to-use software application that helps you organize your files on your PC. With your files already sorted and organized in Media Studio, you can quickly transfer them to your mp3 without searching your entire hard drive for the right file. This software is not required--users may choose to use different software (such as Windows Media Player) or simply drag and drop files to the device.

What's in the Box?
YP-U3JQB, earphones, cable winder, clip, and installation CD.

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