Reviews of the Philips GoGear Aria (16GB)
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CNET Review
The Good: The Philips GoGear Aria is an affordable MP3 player that packs a 2-inch color screen, premium earbuds, FM radio, voice recording, photos, and video, and seamlessly integrates with Rhapsody's subscription music service.
The Bad: The Aria's design is a little blah, navigation is a tad quirky, the construction is all plastic, and the music player doesn't support AAC files from iTunes.
The Bottom Line: The GoGear Aria is a useful MP3 player that makes a great match for Rhapsody subscribers. It won't turn any heads, but it won't break the bank, either.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 68/100 and users 76/100. Comparing these reviews to 407534 other MP3 Players reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 93/100 = Excellent.
Manufacturer: Philips Consumer Electronics
Part number: CNETPhilipsGoGearAria16GB
General
- Product type Digital player / radio
- PC interface(s) supported USB
- Amplifier total output power 6 Watt
- Signal-to-noise ratio 80 dB
- Flash memory installed 16 GB Integrated
- Digital storage None
- Weight 1.7 oz
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 3.3 in x 1.9 in x 4.2 in
- Voice recording capable Yes
- Software type Drivers & Utilities, Philips Media Converter
Digital Player / Recorder
- Supported digital audio standards MP3, WMA, Protected WMA (DRM)
- Sample rate 8 - 48 KHz
- Response bandwidth 80 - 18000 Hz
- ID3 tags support Yes
- Additional features Variable bit-rate compatible
Built-in Display
- Audio system built-in display LCD
- Diagonal size 2 in
- Resolution 176 x 220
- Backlight display Yes
Audio Features
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Amplifier response bandwidth 80 - 18000 Hz
- Additional features FullSound, SuperScroll, Volume control, Upgradeable firmware, USB 2.0 compatibility, Battery level indication
Video Playback Features
- Still image format JPEG, BMP
CD System
- CD system type None
- Digital audio standards supported MP3, WMA
- ID3 tag support Yes
Equalizer
- Equalizer factory presets Funk, Jazz, Rock, Techno, Classic, Hip Hop
Radio
- Tuner type Digital Radio tuner
- FM station preset qty 20
- Tuner bands FM
Remote Control
- Remote control None
Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone operation mode Mono
Headphones
- Headphones type Binaural In-ear ear-bud
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Connectivity technology Wired
Connectivity
- Cable(s) included 1 x USB cable - External
- Connector type 1 x Headphones Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Hi-Speed USB
Battery / Power
- Battery Lithium polymer Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
- Mfr estimated battery life 30 hour(s), 6 hour(s)
- Battery capacity 310 mAh
System Requirements
- Peripheral / Interface devices CD-ROM, USB port, Internet connection
- Operating system Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later
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