Philips GoGear Opus review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Frank Lewis

Reviewed on: 30 June 2009

Tags: Philips, Philips GoGear Opus, sound quality, videos, headphones

We like:

Support for iPlayer downloads; good sound quality; can record from built-in FM tuner

We don't like:

Below-average screen; boring design

CNET UK judgement:

Despite some appealing features, like support for the BBC's iPlayer and FM radio recording, the Philips GoGear Opus is let down by a sluggish menu system and disappointing screen. It hasn't got what it takes to hold its own against more stylish rivals

Full review:

It's pretty clear that Philips has the Apple iPod nano in its sights with the GoGear Opus. Both players offer video and music playback, come in 8GB and 16GB versions, and are small enough to comfortably fit in a shirt pocket. Philips, however, has packed a couple of useful extras into the Opus, including the ability to record music from the built-in FM tuner. The Opus is also slightly cheaper than the nano, with the 8GB model priced around £100, and the 16GB version costing about £135. Continue Reading...