Sony NWZ-A818 (8GB, Black) - Expert Reviews

Review summary: This intelligently designed flash-based MP3 player performs well enough to give users a great alternative to Apple's iPod Nano.

Pros: High quality headphones come bundled, Small and incredibly sleek design

Cons: Proprietary connection for PC hookup, No expandable memory slot

Verdict: Overall, the 8GB Sony NWZ-A818 delivers impressive sound quality through its excellent (though strangely short) supplied earbuds. Navigation is intuitive, and the battery life is long. Customers looking for an alternative to Apple's iPod Nano should give

Review summary: Sony's 8GB Walkman takes square aim at the iPod nano with its small profile and price tag. Is it an iPod killer or bargain bin fodder?

Pros: Small size, full-featured, large screen

Cons: Poor value, Windows-only

Review summary: sony nwz-a818 walkman review: One of the few MP3 players that sound great right out of the box. Users looking for the whole package (sans radio) will be pleased.

Pros: Slim design with a lovely, ample screen, Easy to use, Comes with high-quality earphones, Audio quality is excellent, and there are plenty of sound enhancement options and two custom EQs, Supports photo and video playback, Fantastic battery life

Cons: Even with the included extender, the Sony NWZ-A810's earphone cable is very short, Placement of the hold button on the back of the player is neither convenient nor ergonomic, No FM tuner, voice recorder, or memory expansion slot

Verdict: The Sony NWZ-A810 offers a fantastic display, a sleek design and interface, and a stellar battery life -- plus, it's one of the few MP3 players that sound great right out of the box. Users looking for the whole package (sans radio) will be pleased.

Review summary: For a price equivalent to the model below, the NWZ-A815 is much more complete product. It has a larger screen and a classier finish. For this price and if you have normal expectations for audio quality, why deny yourself?