Typical price: £89
What is it: Flash-based MP3 and video player
What we think: Stylish and easy to use, but missing some key features
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 9 October 2007
Tags: Sony, Sony Walkman NWZ-A815, FM radio, capacity, codec support
We like:
Sound quality; battery life; design; no SonicStage required; high-quality video support; easy to use; price
We don't like:
No FM radio; no gapless playback
Also known as:
NWZ-A81x
You might also need:
Better earphones
CNET UK judgement:
A well-priced, high-performing and stylish audio player. Its simple operation and management will appeal to most people but a couple of key features are missing. Overall, this is an excellent contender from Sony
Full review:
Earlier in the year, we took a look at the first devices in Sony's A-Series of players, notably the NW-A808. Though we liked it a lot, the reliance on Sony's proprietary software and the device's high price, made it more difficult to score. Continue Reading...
Sony Walkman NWZ-A815 History
1 Oct 2007 in Crave
We get our hands dirty with Sony's new ATRAC-less, SonicStage-less, lovely metallic audio and video player, the Walkman NW-A815 -- also available as the NW-A816 and A818 in different sizes
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