Typical price: £100
What is it: MP3 player with 2GB of flash memory and FM radio
What we think: The oomi is a capable player for its size, but hardcore audiophiles should try before they commit
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 2 October 2006
Tags: Datasafe, Datasafe oomi (2GB), LCD, contrast, audio quality
We like:
Attractive high-gloss, non-scratch finish; impressive volume
We don't like:
Fiddly interface; easily lost (or swallowed)
You might also need:
Upgrading the headphones will, as always, improve the audio quality
CNET UK judgement:
We've heard better MP3 players, but the oomi is remarkably small. If you're looking for a subtle and competent performer, the oomi kicks tiny, tiny ass
Full review:
Formerly known as the Advanced MP3 Players Pebble, the Datasafe oomi is the pithily renamed and upgraded edition. The oomi (pronouced "oh my!" apparently, although we prefer "oo me") uses essentially the same chassis design as the original, but now includes support for DRM (digital rights management)-protected WMA files -- someone's clearly stumped up those licensing fees. The oomi comes in capacities of 1GB and 2GB, whereas the Pebble was just 1GB. Continue Reading...
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January 14, 2007
Posted by: Alan Hinsley
"Good but freezes up to often when in shuffle mode!"
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