Reviews of the Delphi SkyFi3 (XM)
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CNET Review
The Good: The Delphi SkyFi3 is a competitively priced plug-and-play satellite radio receiver/recorder. It can pause and replay programming up to 30 minutes, is lightweight and easy to use, and includes a large and legible screen. It plays back digital audio files via the expansion slot and can be used while afoot with optional antenna headphones. It includes a car kit and a remote control.
The Bad: The Delphi SkyFi3 has a budget build quality, with a monochrome screen with no channel graphics and no built-in antenna, so you must use optional headphones for true portability. It lacks a Micro SD card, has subpar rated battery life, and can't store your own digital audio files on internal memory. It has a substandard FM transmitter and charging the device over USB isn't guaranteed.
The Bottom Line: The Delphi SkyFi3 XM receiver/recorder is a flexible solution for home, car, and on the go for those who don't want to spend big bucks.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 73/100 and users 60/100. Comparing these reviews to 14388 other Satellite Receivers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 79/100 = Good.
Manufacturer: Delphi Corp.
Part number: SA10224
General
- Product Type XM radio tuner / digital player
- Width 0.7 in
- Depth 2.4 in
- Height 4.3 in
- Weight 4.1 oz
- PC interface(s) supported USB
- Flash memory installed 256 MB Integrated
- Carrying case None -
Audio System
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Equalizer Yes
- Built-in Clock Digital clock, Timer
- Timer Sleep, Record
Radio
- Tuning display LCD display
- Digital Tuner Band XM
- Tuner type Digital XM radio tuner
CD System
- CD system type None
DVD
- Type None
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Digital player supported digital audio standards WMA, MP3
- Digital player ID3 tags support Yes
Cassette System
- Cassette system type None
Audio Features
- Digital storage None
- Additional features Built-in FM transmitter, Upgradeable firmware, XM radio recording capability
MD System
- MD system type None
Headphones
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
- Connectivity technology Wired
Built-in Display
- Audio system built-in display LCD
- Diagonal size 2.8 in
- Backlight display Yes
Remote Control
- Remote control Remote control - Infrared
- Remote control type Remote control
- Remote control technology Infrared
Miscellaneous
- Included accessories Mounting hardware, XM radio cradle for car, Software kit, XM antenna
Connectivity
- Connector type 1 x Docking station, 1 x Headphones Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x XM antenna SMB, 1 x USB
- Slot(s) provided 1 x MicroSD
Battery / Power
- Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player battery
- Mfr estimated battery life 5 hour(s)
- Power device type Power adapter
System Requirements
- Peripheral / Interface devices USB port, CD-ROM
- Min Operating system Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4
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