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

Pros: The Sony NWZ-A810 offers a slim design with a lovely, ample screen. It's also easy to use and comes with high-quality earphones. Audio quality is excellent, and there are plenty of sound enhancement options and two custom EQs. The player supports photo an

Cons: Even with the included extender, the Sony NWZ-A810's earphone cable is very short. The placement of the hold button on the back of the player is neither convenient nor ergonomic. There's 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: Good to have WMP compatibility, but it needs better sound.

Pros: Needs better sound; pricey

Cons: Excellent video playback; superb functionality

Review summary: Good to have WMP compatibility, but it needs better sound.

Pros: Needs better sound; pricey

Cons: Excellent video playback; superb functionality