Typical price: £80
What is it: Flash MP3 player with 2GB memory
What we think: Decent design and basic functions, but consider paying more for a much more robust player
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 30 March 2007
Tags: Philips, Philips GoGear SA4020, displays, recording, battery cover
We like:
Stylish; good value; fits comfortably in your fist; supports WMP Plays for Sure and WMA DRM10 subscription content
We don't like:
Monochrome screen is hard to read; lacks features such as FM tuner/recorder, line-in recording, custom equaliser and voice recording-quality settings
CNET UK judgement:
Though the Philips GoGear SA4020 (and its 1GB brother the SA4010) come at a low price, they sacrifice valuable functionality. For those with razor-sharp budgets, this player delivers decent design and basic functions, but consider paying a little more for a much more robust player
Full review:
The 2GB Philips GoGear SA4020 and its 1GB brother, the SA4010, don't deliver the most enviable list of features for flash-based MP3 players in their price category, but they do boast a solid, well-designed build that's easy on the eyes and pleasant to hold. Continue Reading...
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