Author Archive for Donald Bell

17
Dec

MP3 Insider 128: 2008 gives up the ghost

Photo of Monster Beats in-ear headphones.

Beats for your brain.

(Credit: Corinne Schulze/CNET Networks)

In the final MP3 Insider of 2008, Donald and Jasmine discuss Dr. Dre's super stylish in-ear headphones, a way-too-pricey iPod dock from DLO, some touch-screen alternatives to the iPod Touch, and a gaggle of gear for the Creative Zen family.

Plus, find out how to follow Jasmine and Donald while they cruise around CES 2009.


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Originally posted at MP3 Insider

17
Dec

Philips relents, gives MP3 players real names

Photo of GoGear LUXE MP3 player.

The Bluetooth-enabled Luxe is one of three new MP3 players being unleashed by Philips. Click to see a photo gallery of other new Philips MP3 players.

(Credit: Philips)

Interested in buying a Philips SA1948? How about a Philips SA1929? No. What about a Philips Raga? If that last one sounds ...

13
Dec

Touch-screen Sony Walkman? Don’t hold your breath

According to a post on the Sony Insider blog, Sony is gearing up to release a touch-screen Walkman to contend with Apple's iPod Touch (get in line Sony). The blog's author, who cites no sources and saw fit to post his own product mock-up, claims the new Walkman ...

Originally posted at MP3 Insider

04
Dec

Prizefight: iPod Classic vs. Zune 120

Photo of Zune MP3 player next to iPod Classic.

When two MP3 titans go head-to-head, only artsy black and white photos can do the moment justice.

(Credit: Donald Bell/CNET Networks)

Last year, our prizefight between the original iPod Classic and Zune 80 ended in the most upsetting verdict imaginable--a tie. I still get e-mails from disgruntled fanboys on ...

Originally posted at MP3 Insider

27
Nov

Donald’s favorite things of 2008

Photo of Yamaha Tenori-On.

Click to see a slide show of my favorite portable audio gadgets of 2008.

(Credit: Donald Bell/CNET Networks)

As a music technology nerd who makes a living criticizing gadgets, I'm not an easy guy to shop for. You do this work long enough and you get pretty jaded ...

Originally posted at MP3 Insider

19
Nov

MP3 Insider 124: From firmware to concepts

Zune Texas Hold 'em game.

A new firmware update to the Zune allows you to indulge in two-player games by linking two Zunes over Wi-Fi.

Donald and Jasmine discuss the latest Zune firmware, as well as their opinions on the current state of Bluetooth technology.

Also this week, an iPod concept that takes fashion gadgetry to another level, cute and tiny travel speakers from Sony, and thoughts on HD radio. Plus, the winners of our Burton prize giveaway are announced.


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Originally posted at MP3 Insider

05
Nov

MP3 Insider 122: Year-end blowout

Photo of Donald wearing jacket.

Chances are, this jacket will look cooler on you than it does on me.

Jasmine and Donald are giving away a $300 iPod jacket along with some other audio goodies, but first you have to hear them rant about the only MP3 player you can buy with a built-in AM radio.

Plus, "rad" headphones from Japan, MP3 players with decent video capabilities, players with line-in recording, and holiday price drops. And Donald offers some advice on keeping the peace in an iTunes home.


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Originally posted at MP3 Insider

31
Oct

Review: Cowon O2 portable video player

Photo of the Cowon O2 portable media player.

Click to see the Cowon O2 photo gallery.

(Credit: Corinne Schulze/CNET Networks)

Our official rated review for the Cowon O2 portable video player is now up on CNET Reviews, along with a full photo gallery and a First Look video.

We've been putting the O2 through its paces ...

29
Oct

MP3 Insider 121: The more affordable

Photo of Sonos iPhone application.

Donald and Jasmine discuss a new PVP from Cowon with an attractive price point.

Plus, Sonos inadvertently lowers the entry price point for its excellent in-home audio networking system--for those who already own iPhones or the iPod Touch. We interview Sonos co-founder Tom Cullen to get all the details.

Also this week: cute multimedia speakers, an overpriced in-car charger dock, and Jasmine's favorite music gadgets.


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Originally posted at MP3 Insider

26
Oct

Best 5 MP3 players with AAA batteries

Photo of SanDisk Sansa Shaker.

MP3 players that use AAA batteries can come in handy in situations where USB power is hard to come by.

(Credit: Corinne Schulze/CNET Networks)

The farther you travel from civilization, the more impractical your USB-rechargeable gadgets become. If your iPod runs out of juice while you're backpacking through ...




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