Typical price: £89
What is it: A small and light MP3 player for casual use
What we think: The U1's formal styling and compact size make it a good USB key-style player. Though sound quality is lacklustre, it's better than most
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 26 April 2006
Tags: Samsung, Samsung YP-U1 (2GB), analogue, metal, songs
We like:
Clear button layout; strong chassis; track info on small LCD
We don't like:
Uninspiring sound quality; lanyard collar obscuring headphone jack; flimsy USB plug cover
You might also need:
A computer to transfer songs onto the U1
CNET UK judgement:
The YP-U1 won't be up for any awards, but it's a competent player with plenty to offer the casual listener. Though sticklers for sound quality will be underwhelmed by the output, if you're looking for a data USB key with a little extra kick, the business-like U1 should make the commute more bearable
Full review:
In terms of sheer number of MP3 player designs, Samsung has launched an impressive onslaught so far this year. It seems like the passing of each month is marked by the arrival of a new MP3 player. There are almost more Samsung players on the market than there are varieties of rice cake in the yearly Kyongju cake festival. In the battle of South Korea vs. California, all guns are blazing. Continue Reading...
Others to consider
Latest user reviews
October 2, 2006
Posted by: Carolyn F
"Great little player, shame about the battery life"
June 22, 2006
Posted by: Rachel Alpin
"Brilliant"
Tell us what you think
Can't find the product you're looking for? Want to suggest a product for review?
Special Offers from our Sponsors
Latest MP3 player Reviews
Philips GoGear Muse
Good format support and a slick design can't make up for a poor screen and laborious user interface
Apple iPod shuffle (September '09, 3rd gen, 4GB)
Its small size is impressive, but makes it trickier to use than rival devices
Apple iPod touch (3rd gen, 64GB)
Lack of a camera is disappointing, but this is a truly excellent media player in almost all other respects
on MP3 & Digital Music
Extreme home cinema: Most ludicrous AV setups ever
Think your 50-inch plasma and 7.1 surround-sound system are the badger's nadgers? No chance. Welcome to ten of the most awesome (and awful) home-cinema installations on the planet
More:
