Price range: £114.16
What is it: Flash-based MP3 and video Walkman with 16GB memory
What we think: For ease of use, sound quality and sheer enjoyment to use, the S639F is a terrific choice
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 20 November 2008
Tags: sony, ogg, sound quality, windows media player
We like:
Sound quality; smart design; good price; SensMe feature; BBC iPlayer support; crisp screen; drag-and-drop file management; podcast integration; great battery life
We don't like:
No stereo Bluetooth; no gapless playback; DivX or Xvid support would've been superb
Also known as:
NWZS639F; NWZ-S639; S639F
You might also need:
Better earphones; case
CNET UK judgement:
Its older, larger, more expensive A-series brethren offers wireless audio and a whopping screen, but for ease-of-use, sound quality and sheer enjoyment to use, the S639F is a terrific choice. BBC iPlayer support is an awesome bonus for UK users
Sony NWZ-S639F Walkman History
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