SanDisk Sansa e260 4 GB MP3 Player with MicroSD Expansion Slot (Black by SanDisk
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Digital camera reviews of SanDisk Sansa e260 4 GB MP3 Player with MicroSD Expansion Slot (Black
Digital camera Review: Absolutely love this player!!!
Summary: 4 Stars
I can't imagine not having this player. I use it everyday and everynight(PillowSonic Stereo Pillow Speaker with Free Relaxation CD). There are few problems with the device itself (tracks not appearing or erasing occasionally). Most of the problems come from a conflict with Windows OS and my subscription service (Rhapsody). To solve problems make sure to update your Windows media player and windows security components. Also remember to turn your player to MSC usb mode occasionally. The update program from Sandisk only work on MSC. Just thought I'd share for those who seem to have problems with this product.Digital camera Review: Actually rating the e250, but need to know about SDHC cards
Summary: 5 Stars
Please excuse the fact that this isn't actually a review, but I'm striking out as I look for info about the e260's expansion slot.
The question is this: are these e260's compatible with SDHC cards (or only SD, the older, slower format), and will it support 4gb, 6gb, and 8gb cards?
There are issues with some of the e250's. We have two of them, one is a "Version 2" and the other is not. The version 2 takes 4 GB cards; the other one does not. The Version 2 plays audible book files, the other one does not.
We bought both at Amazon, and simply "lucked out" that the second one is Version 2.
Mind you, they're both excellent devices. That's why I'm shopping for two more to give as gifts.
Thanks for any help you can offer, or for any referrals you can make to a more appropriate forum.
Digital camera Review: Affordable Ipod substitute
Summary: 5 Stars
This MP3 player is very similar to that of the Apple Ipod at least in size and controls.
The Pros:
Good capacity
Nice 1.8 in LCD screen (very good quality)
Expandable memory (micro sd)
Low cost
User replaceable battery
Good output (visual and audio)
Built in voice recorder
Built in FM radio/recorder
The cons:
play/pause, skip forward/back, and submenu buttons are hard to press with larger fingers
Program functionality has a couple flaws
Overall if you are looking for a good mp3 player without spending $200+ on it then this might work for you.
Digital camera Review: Almost perfect
Summary: 4 Stars
Pluses: Easy to use. Large capacity. Slim design. Does voice recording and playback just fine. Is NOT an ipod so you aren't tied down to proprietary formats and subscription services.
Minuses: Nothing works well automatically "synch"ing things to Windows Media Player including this item. Fortunately, there is another format that allows your computer to see the player as just another USB drive. That works great. Don't try to use this device with any automatic software or services. Just treat it as a pin drive that holds .mp3 files and things work just fine. Due to WMP's fixation on all things USB, it is also a good idea never to have it connected to your computer when WMP is running or your files start flying around in unpredictable ways.
The default mode (MTP -stupid mode) doesn't see your expansion cards - it says so right in the manual. You have to use stupid mode to use any of the automatic online services such as Rhapsody or if you want automatic "synch"ing to windows media player. Since I think all those automatic services are nightmares and detest all the automatic features of windows media player, this is only an annoyance for as long as it takes me to change the mode to regular USB mode (MSC).
My experience: I purchased one in April 2007. It lasted until December 2008 when it suddenly failed. I purchased a replacement and will likely purchase a spare for when it eventually fails. Problem with the newer versions of the firmware is that the option to turn off all that automatic "synch"ing now has to be initiated by turning it off, locking the device, pressing rewind, then connecting to your computer and releasing when it is recognized. Why not have me just rub my head and pat my belly while reciting the pledge of allegiance backwards? After that, the option to select between stupid mode (MTP) and regular USB mode (MSC)appears on the menu like it used to in the old firmware version.
Oh yeah. Did I mention it is NOT an ipod so you aren't tied down to services and formats that Steve Jobs is trying to cram down your throat?
Digital camera Review: Amazing MP3 player
Summary: 5 Stars
I absolutely love this mp3 player. I bring it with me everywhere! It is not only cheaper than an iPod, but it has better features. I'm mostly just interested in playing music all day, but having some videos to watch on this player is a lovely bonus. The Sansa Media Converter (which comes with the product) will convert supported video files to a specific file type for the mp3 player. The only thing is, once the files are converted, the file size is still the same or slightly bigger (which I find odd, since I thought they are supposed to be smaller in dimension). The time it takes to convert isn't long either--a few minutes for a video file nearly 200 MB on the computer. The videos on the mp3 player are crispy clear too.
Physically, the Sansa is a small, attractive-looking device. It's lightweight and has an anti-scratch back. The wheel does feel "cheap," but does that really affect anything? The buttons are feel fine and work too; I don't understand the complaints about them. I accidentally dropped this the day I received it (whoops), but nothing happened. I haven't dropped it since, so I'm not sure how durable it is (feels as if it is, though).
The package also comes with a velvet case, earphones, and software. I do wish it is possible to use the mp3 player with the case on, but maybe there will be better accessories in the future. In the mean time, avoid using the earphones the package comes with--you will hear better audio quality with different ones.
Like the package says, simply drag and drop files from your computer into the mp3 player's folder (plug the player into your computer via USB to open the folder). No iTunes or extra software needed to transfer these files.
This handy dandy Sansa is not only a music and video player, but it also stores pictures for slideshows, has an FM radio, and is also a voice recorder. I don't think there are any other products out in the market with the same features...