MP3 players Buying Guide
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CNET editors' rating:
3.5 stars
Very good
THE GOOD
Small and light; nice design; intuitive controls; drag-and-drop or sync music transfers; plays DRM-protected WMA and subscription-based (Janus) files; on-the-fly playlists.
THE BAD
AC adapter not included; no hold slider; no FM tuner; no voice or line-in recording; volume could go a little higher.
THE BOTTOM LINE
If you're looking for a small MP3 player with a stylish and ergonomic design--and you don't need a ton of storage--consider Archos's Gmini XS 100.
CNET Reader Reviews
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June 2, 2006 08:21
4.5/5
The XS 100 reminds me of a high performance car that does what it is supposed to really well, without a lot of frills. The ARchos lets you search and browse 4Gb of files and plays them back nearly perfectly. It also makes getting files on to your ... read more » -
April 21, 2006 12:51
4.0/5
The Archos Gmini XS 100 is elegant in its simplicity. It's a no-frills music player with a user interface that's so intuitive the user manual is superfluous. Sound quality is acceptable, as is the battery life. The earbuds are uncomfortable, but no ... read more »
