carlosdavid asked:


Why do some mp3 players show 320KBPS mp3 files as being 128KBPS or 160KBPS?
I have a folder with some mp3 of 320KBPS which is shown in the folder details, but when I open those mp3 in windows media player or winamp they show 128 or 160kbps. Is that normal?

Marcia

Mike Selvon asked:




iTunes mp3 players are a wonderful addition to someone’s electronic device stash, but they will only play a certain authorized musical format, and if a person has anything other than an iPod, they may be out of luck in using the music they purchased.

What can a person do if they have bought these forms of music for their computer, but have something other than an iPod for a portable mp3 player? Answers are available if one only takes the time to look and not get too frustrated with Apple.

Many may ask why their iTunes mp3 players need to say iPod in order for them to work with music they have purchased. iTunes are protected because of the DRM or Digital Rights Management.

This group was created to ensure that musical piracy was hopefully stopped. The only problem with this is that when a person purchases iTunes for their computer and tries to transfer to a player brand other than an iPod the transfer fails. Many people do not realize this is an issue until it is too late.

Although these players are limited to just iPods, ways do exist to get around this road block. An easy method is to burn the tracks onto a CD.

Then an individual can open the CD in iTunes and the Convert Selection to MP3 option will allow a person to do whatever they wish with the music. What must be remembered is that when burning the CD, a person should burn an audio CD and not a data CD.

A data CD can keep a person from importing tracks from the CD. The only problem with this method is that a person will have two copies of their tracks. But, if one is persistent, then they can be assured that their efforts to make their iTunes mp3 players compatible will not go wasted.

However difficult this may seem to convert iTunes mp3 players music to use in any portable mp3 players system another way does exist to ensure that a person can listen to their purchased music without the use of an iPod.

Software exists to help one who has a huge amount of music on their computer to convert. Types of software such as NoteBurner or CD Emulator can help. Another brand of software is JHymn, and it can help a person to make sure their fair-use rights under copyright laws will help free the iTunes that a person has from the restrictions of the DRM.

The Apple iPod ones are a great asset to have for the iTunes mp3 players that they operate with. However, a person who has anything other than an iPod can be out of luck in a hurry.

If one is not aware of what they are doing, iTunes can be purchased with the intent of transforming them onto a portable mp3 player. But, this is not the case, and one can spend a ton of money on something they cannot use in the future if they do not do through research.

Tyrone

Jan g asked:


whats the difference between mp3 players and ipods? and can itunes gift cards be used with mp3 players?
do they work the same?

Ron

YA DIG!? asked:


I mean like other mp3 players (zune, creative zen ,ece) are soo much cheaper but why do people still choose ipods over them? I have an ipod touch, its great and stuff AND I LUVV IT!! but i just wanna know the answer to this question thanks!

Lauren

Sarah Nabila asked:




The first mp3 player was invented by a South Korean company in 1997 and it had a data storage capacity of just 32 megabytes. Several improvements have been made in it since then; especially its storage space has been increased to 160 gigabytes in the latest ones. Several companies are in market and are competing with each other to attract attention of the customers by adding new features in their latest players.

There are several kinds of mp3 players in the market but they can be classified in three major groups. First type is hard drive based and it is heavy as compared to others because a large sized hard drive is incorporated in it to provide a large data storage capacity of about 10 gigabytes in which a person can store about 3000 mp3 files. Their only drawback is their heavy size.

Second type is micro hard drive based and in this type a small hard drive is incorporated to reduce weight as well as the physical size. It has a storage capacity of about 6 gigabytes and can store about 1750 mp3 files. Most of the customers prefer this type because of its light weight and moderate storage capacity. In addition it has rechargeable batteries to supply power to the device.

Third type is known as flash based and it has no moving parts in it which makes it less energy consuming causing the batteries to last for a longer time. It has less storage space as compared to the two previous types, ranging from 32 megabytes to about 2 megabytes. Non-rechargeable batteries are usually used in it and can be replaced by the new ones even in middle of the use. Most of the people with huge music collection don’t like this type because of low storage capacity.

Alice

shorty19775 asked:


Have an mp3 player and looking for a website that i can download songs and sync them to my mp3 player. maybe a monthly membership…..would love some suggestions. thanks.

Melissa

Peter Lenkefi asked:




MP3 players are pocket-sized electronic devices that have the ability to not only store, but play music and other sound files.

Although MP3 players are sophisticated devices and there are of many types, they can be placed into one of three broad categories. These categories include hard drive based players, micro hard drive based players, and flash based players.

Hard drive based MP3 players are typically larger and heavier than their competitors due to the fact that they contain a large capacity hard drive inside.

This however, may be one of it’s only weaknesses. These MP3 players provide the largest capacity, ten gigabytes or more, out of the different types of MP3 players.

Due to the fact that ten gigabytes equates to roughly 2,900 MP3 files, most consumers buy these players because they accommodate their entire MP3 collection.

Micro hard drive based MP3 players are similar to their big brothers, the hard drive based players, except that they are a bit smaller, both in physical size and internal storage capacity.

These MP3 players hold up to six gigabytes of MP3 files, which equals roughly 1,700 songs. Still boasting a respectable capacity, these players have won over many consumers due to their light-weight, compact size.
Additionally, both hard drive and micro hard drive based players commonly contain rechargeable batteries that can not be replaced for a new battery, but only recharged.

If it’s small size and moderate capacity that you are in search of this type of player may be just right.

Flash based MP3 players are ultra compact, low capacity players contain no moving parts and consequently, never skip.

Another advantage of these players is that their size and lack of moving parts allow them to use minimal power, causing your batteries to last longer.

Also, these players almost always use replaceable, disposable batteries, allowing you to put in a new battery if your player should die in the middle of use.

However, flash based MP3 players commonly range in capacity from 32 megabytes (roughly 10 songs) to two gigabytes (roughly 570 songs) at most.

Therefore, most consumers with a large music collection tend to shy away from this type of MP3 player while athletes can appreciate the sturdy nature of these devices.

Some of the different types of MP3 players include additional features as well. A few of the hard drive players include a small screen that can display pictures and video that are stored on the internal drive. Other players allow for digital voice recording for future playback.

Jennifer

findyourzen asked:

On Creative ZEN MP3 and Multimedia Players. Lettori MP3: fr.europe.creative.com – Jean Marc Dupuis, Vice-President of Creative Labs and Riccardo de Rinaldini, Marcomm Manager Creative Labs Europe (an interview recorded at IFA 2007).

Darlene

Farah N asked:




MP3 is a tremendous electronic invention. It is a little device that offers numerous functions and benefits. However, still there may be many people who are totally unaware about this electronic device. Maybe they know this item just by name but not well understood about its functions and benefits. If you are really one among them then obviously this piece of writing will help you. Go ahead and read it.

MP3 is a great invention of current day world. Basically, it is a small sized device which can be kept and stored in a pocket. This electronic tool stores audio files and play your favorite songs at any time while you are in your college, with your friends, outside the home or on the way. You can take it with you anywhere while you are travelling.

Nowadays, there are dozens of manufacturers producing this item. It is a great luxury for young generation. MP3 players are roughly categorized in three main types including Hard Drive, Micro Hard Drive and the Flash Based Players.

Hard Drive is the first type of MP3 players. These players are usually heavy and large in size if we compare them with other two varieties. However, an advantage linked with these players is that they have more storage space. These players can add more data and files as compared to other two.

Initially, MP3 players had the maximum capability of storing the data up to ten GB. This was pretty enough and the positive feature of this tool. So, the users may have stored their entire play lists easily. Currently, there are millions of users of this device worldwide. Moreover, with the passage of time, MP3 players are available in small sizes with increased and additional storage space. Nowadays, latest devices up to 30 GB are also available. Beside audio files, you can also store video files without any difficulty. Currently, some more advanced devices also offer the capturing of any image you desire.

Lance