Do you want to know about the different types of MP3 players?

MP3 players are portable electronic devices that can play and store music as well as other sound files. The advent of these small but powerful devices has enabled one to enjoy one’s favorite songs while working, driving, strolling, etc.

MP3 players have gained wide acceptance because of the benefits that they offer. There are different types of MP3 players, some of them are Apple® iPod® nano (4GB), SanDisk® Sansa® e140 (1GB), and Creative ZEN Nano Plus (1GB).

MP3 players are classified into three different categories. The categories are: hard drive-based players, micro hard drive-based players, and Flash®-based players. Each category is explained below.

Hard drive-based MP3 players
Micro hard drive-based MP3 players
Flash®-based MP3 players

Hard drive-based MP3 players

They are relatively bigger in size and weigh more than the other two types. They contain a large capacity hard drive. For this reason, other types of MP3 players that are lighter are preferred. On the other hand, these players have the advantage of providing the largest capacity, more than any other MP3 player. Their capacity is as high as 10 GB, and can accommodate up to 2,900 music files. The users that patronise this type of MP3 player do go for their large capacity.

Flash®-based MP3 players

These players are ultra compact and have low capacity. Moreover, Flash®-based players have the advantage of not having moving parts and, therefore, do not skip. Their batteries last longer and are replaceable. Their capacities range from 32MB (that can accommodate about ten music files) to a maximum of 2GB (which can accommodate about 570 music files). This shortcoming makes some people shy away from them, opting for larger capacities that both hard drive- and micro hard drive-based MP3 players can supply. However, athletes like them for their sturdy nature.

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