Wednesday, May 26, 2004
An MP3 Player With Built-in WiFi?
Posted by Kent Pribbernow in "HARDWARE" @ 04:00 PM
"With so many cookie-cutter products passing through our doors each week, it's always a pleasure to discover a device as forward-thinking as SoniqCast's Element Aireo wireless MP3 player. Equipped with an 802.11b Wi-Fi interface, a 1.5GB internal microdrive, and an FM transmitter, this nifty little device (which will set you back $300) can automatically download new music through your wireless network and broadcast music to any FM radio in your house or car. Our early-production test unit suffered from a few growing pains, but we're still convinced the Aireo could be the most innovative portable music device since the Apple iPod."
Interesting concept. Built-in WiFi allows the user to download music from their PC without the inconvenience of being tethered to a desktop. It's a shame this company didn't think beyond the box. Imagine if you could actually purchase and download music from the web, right from your audio player. Now that would be cool.
Interesting concept. Built-in WiFi allows the user to download music from their PC without the inconvenience of being tethered to a desktop. It's a shame this company didn't think beyond the box. Imagine if you could actually purchase and download music from the web, right from your audio player. Now that would be cool.
