Typical price: £60
What is it: Wearable, cordless MP3 player with 2GB of memory
What we think: Brash belter of an MP3 player that's robust enough for intense gym workouts
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 17 March 2009
Tags: Sony, Sony Walkman NWZ-W202, earbuds, AAC, headphones
We like:
Comfortable design; excellent sound quality; quick-charge battery; magnetic headphones act as power switch
We don't like:
Silly Zappin song-navigation system; no EQ options or noise-cancelling functions
CNET UK judgement:
Good things sometimes come in daft packages. The Sony Walkman NWZ-W202's comfortable fit, ear-pleasing audio and rock-solid build quality more than compensate for its laughable Zappin song-navigation system and Bluetooth headset-esque styling. It's a great alternative to the iPod shuffle for anyone who values sound quality over minuscule dimensions
Full review:
Coming in at around £60, the same price as Apple's latest iPod shuffle, Sony's cordless Walkman NWZ-W202 MP3 player offers half the memory, at 2GB, but a much more eye-catching appearance. The shiny, space-age design feels most at home in the gym but Sony also promises sound quality to rival higher-end players. Continue Reading...
Sony Walkman NWZ-W202 History
12 Jan 2009 in Crave
Video: Sony Walkman NWZ-W202 cordless MP3 headset
Sony's Walkman NWZ-W202 is a wearable, cordless MP3 player that clips into the ears and loops behind the neck
10 Jan 2009 in Crave
Sony Walkman NWZ-W202: Wireless workout
Sony has unveiled the cordless Walkman NWZ-W202 for gym bunnies. Crave went to a gym once; it was so posh, it was called a James
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May 26, 2009
Posted by: sweaty
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