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MP3 players

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Sony Walkman NW-WS413 lead
Sony Walkman NW-WS413 review – waterproof all-in-one MP3 player
£80
The Sony Walkman NW-WS413 is a go anywhere all-action MP3 player that doubles up as a pair of waterproof headphones

Latest MP3 players

Archos 32 Internet Tablet 8GB
Archos 32 Internet Tablet 8GB review
MP3 players

Once we fixed its limitations we enjoyed using the Archos 32, but we're sure better Android media players will be out soon.

Published :
£113 inc VAT
Sony Walkman NWZ-A846
Sony Walkman NWZ-A846 review
MP3 players

The A846 is a desirable player, but is burdened by limited audio format support and a high price.

Published :
£179 inc VAT
Sandisk Sansa Fuze
Sandisk Sansa Fuze
MP3 players

Sandisk's latest update to the Fuze player sounds good but an awkward touch interface makes it a pale shadow of the previous model.

Published :
£69 inc VAT
Philips SA2MUS16AS
Philips GoGear Muse SA2MUS16S/02 review
MP3 players

The new version of the GoGear Muse is a decent enough player, but its touchscreen is pointless

Published :
£129 inc VAT
Apple iPod Shuffle colours
Apple iPod Shuffle 2GB (4th generation) review
MP3 players

The newest iPod Shuffle isn't without its charms, but there are better value MP3 players available, even at this low price.

Published :
£39 inc VAT
Spotify for Sonos
Spotify for Sonos review
Media streamers MP3 players Technology

The incredible combination of being able to play music from your home library and Spotify's 10 million tracks is amazing. Spotify just makes Sonos even better.

Published :
£10 inc VAT
Cowon J3 16GB
Cowon J3 16GB review
MP3 players

The Cowon J3 has excellent video format support and battery life, but niggling audio quality and interface issues prevent it from getting an unconditional recommendation.

Published :
£199 inc VAT
Philips Ariaz 16GB
Philips Ariaz 16GB review
MP3 players

The Ariaz doesn't feel very robust, but it's great value - £75 is a bargain for a 16GB portable audio player.

Published :
£75 inc VAT
Cowon E2 2GB
Cowon E2 2GB review
MP3 players

Cowon's E2 is a cheap MP3 player, but it's entirely outclassed by the competition.

Published :
£30 inc VAT
Cowon i9 16GB
Cowon i9 16GB review
MP3 players TVs

Cowon's gimmicky i9 isn't a bad portable audio player; it's just there are far better designed models available at similar prices.

Published :
£120 inc VAT