When it comes to listening to music on a small portable device, there are many options far superior to the Apple iPod. Not only do they sometimes offer superior sound quality, a greater array of features, and come in a smaller package, but they are inexpensive as well.
If you are looking for a great holiday gift for a coworker, consider one of these cool MP3 players:
Coby 8 GB 1.8-Inch Video MP3 Player with FM Radio
Through the years, Coby products have come a long way. While no one will mistake them for Apple, they do manufacture feature-rich products at rock-bottom prices. Consider this 8GB integrated flash memory device that plays music and video and displays photos. A 1.8 inch color TFT LCD screen, FM radio, and an integrated rechargeable battery round out the feature list.
SanDisk Sansa Clip Zip 4GB MP3 Player
My personal MP3 player of choice, this lightweight gadget is a powerhouse of sound. And the fact that it works seamlessly with my Rhapsody subscription is a huge plus. There is also a voice recorder which is useful for recording lectures or leaving yourself audio notes. This device will playback content in a ton of formats, making it a great holiday gift idea for your favorite coworker.
SanDisk Sansa Fuze+ 8 GB MP3 Player
Similar to the player above, this device is a bit bigger, which means it has a larger screen. An optional slotRadio card gives the recipient an instant library of songs, and the ability to play, pause or record FM radio stations is an added bonus.
Sony Walkman MP3 Player
This one-piece wearable music player allows the user to enjoy their workout without annoying wires getting in the way. A water-resistant design will hold up against the elements while 2GB of internal memory keeps you grooving. The coolest part: a 3-min quick charge delivers up to 60 minutes of battery life.
Pyrus Electronics 2.8 Inch Touch Screen
A slick looking device at a miniscule price! This 2.8-inch QVGA touch panel device has 4GB of built in memory, an FM tuner, an on-board loudspeaker, and support micro SD cards for expandable memory. At under $40, you’d be hard pressed to find a similar device with all of these features.
iRulu Brand 8GB USB MP3 Music Player (2 pack!)
One for you, one for them! The iRulu MP3 player is built inside of a USB stick, eliminating the need for any annoying wires. It also utilizes the convenience of one AAA battery in lieu of a rechargeable battery which can eventually be rendered useless.
Electrohome 4GB MP3 WMA WAV Player
An enhanced listening experience at 104 dB, this device also offers audiophiles 6 equalizer settings. Store up to 1,000 songs or utilize the voice recorder and 4GB of space to bootleg your favorite live acts.
Conclusion:
One neat thing about all of the listed MP3 players is that they allow users to drag and drop files, without having to rely on any proprietary software. Portable audio devices make great holiday gifts for coworkers. Consider buying one for the office Secret Santa too!
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