What is it: Advanced flash-based portable video and audio player
What we think: This is a more affordable and compact alternative to the Cowon A3, with excellent quality intact
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 27 October 2008
Tags: Cowon, Cowon O2, sound quality, SD cards, hard disk
We like:
Huge list of supported audio and video formats; terrific sound quality; supports 720p HD DivX and Xvid content; Subtitle support
We don't like:
We've seen crisper screens; plastic design isn't as sexy as the Cowon A3's enclosure
You might also need:
Headphones
CNET UK judgement:
If you download a lot of content from the Internet, we've got to say that unless you can afford the more costly alternatives mentioned above, this is one of the best candidates for the job
Full review:
Cowon's new O2 PMP follows on from the smashing Q5W and A3 of last year, but scraps hard disks in favour of flash memory and SD cards. It's one of the most exciting product releases of the year in the PMP category, so we were thrilled to get one of the first ever off the production line. Continue Reading...
Cowon O2 History
16 Oct 2008 in Crave
Photos: Exclusive Cowon O2 hands-on
We've been given one of the first production models of Cowon's latest PMP: the O2. It's an entirely touch-controlled media beast
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