Cowon iAudio U3 (2GB) review

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Reviewed by: Rick Broida and James Kim

Reviewed on: 25 January 2006

Tags: Cowon, Cowon iAudio U3 (2GB), information, presets, video player

We like:

Tiny and lightweight; video playback; line-in and scheduled FM recordings; excellent video-conversion software; solid sound quality and performance

We don't like:

Pricey; does not yet support DRM-protected tracks; video playback limited to 15 frames per second; interface is difficult to navigate; cheap plastic shell; mediocre FM reception; no auto-preset option for FM stations; requires two different desktop utilities; screen is too tiny for photos and video; for £20 more, you could buy a 30GB video iPod

CNET UK judgement:

The feature-packed and great-sounding Cowon iAudio U3 may ooze cool as one of the smallest video players available, but its lack of DRM support, its tricky controls and its high price tag spoil the party

Full review:

Cowon audio players have long been critical favourites here at CNET.co.uk. The company's latest flash player, the £199 iAudio U3, packs in even more features, including 2GB of memory (the 1GB version costs £149), a dazzling -- albeit tiny -- colour screen and video playback capabilities. Continue Reading...