hay skyler.
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I am interested in getting a iPod shuffle but never had an iPod before, so does anyone know the music quality difference of iPod to the N73 phone when playing Mp3?
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N73 Vs iPod shuffle
- Thread starter hay skyler.
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The music quality on the iPod shuffle is on par with all other iPod models which are superior in many ways to the audio quality you get on the N73 (I own both an iPod and n73). Go for the iPod you won't be disappointed!
I recently bought a POP connector to hook up headphones to my N73 and started using it as my music player for a bit. But i've gone back to using my iPod as the sound quality is much better and the n73's music interface is horrid.
I recently bought a POP connector to hook up headphones to my N73 and started using it as my music player for a bit. But i've gone back to using my iPod as the sound quality is much better and the n73's music interface is horrid.
I have an N73 and have had (until 3 days ago) an iPod Video 30GB.
While the iPod is a great music player, I much prefer the N73. For me, the iPod interface was not that much better than the one on the N73. As a matter of fact, a key feature for me is SEARCH, which is easilly accessible on the N73, but not existent on the iPod. I had a ton of music (20GB) on my iPod, but never listened to most of it. I got myself a 2GB miniSD card for my N73, and have been very happy ever since. The only problem with using the N73 is the standard Nokia earphones - they are fat and uncomfortable. I'm used to my Sony in-ear earphones which I have been using with my iPod. I like them so much that a few days ago I bought a Nokia pop-3.5mm adapter on eBay for $10 shipped. Hopefully that will come soon and I will be able to use my in-ear earphones with my N73, which will be just awesome. I love the fact that I don't have to carry around a million devices. (I originally bought the N73 to replace my Dell Axim x51v [for PIM] and my RAZR. Now it's replacing my iPod too.) What everyone failed to mention is the battery life. My 5 month old iPod video could not handle more than 7 hours of music - pathetic! During the days that I work, I listen to music on my N73 for a good 10 hours straight, this drains the battery to about half. Take that, iPod!
As for sound quality, I have no complaints. The N73 outputs great sound, no way is it worse than the iPod. I remember comparing my iPod to my Dell Axim x51v and realizing how horrible the quality on the iPod actually was.
Stick to your N73 .
While the iPod is a great music player, I much prefer the N73. For me, the iPod interface was not that much better than the one on the N73. As a matter of fact, a key feature for me is SEARCH, which is easilly accessible on the N73, but not existent on the iPod. I had a ton of music (20GB) on my iPod, but never listened to most of it. I got myself a 2GB miniSD card for my N73, and have been very happy ever since. The only problem with using the N73 is the standard Nokia earphones - they are fat and uncomfortable. I'm used to my Sony in-ear earphones which I have been using with my iPod. I like them so much that a few days ago I bought a Nokia pop-3.5mm adapter on eBay for $10 shipped. Hopefully that will come soon and I will be able to use my in-ear earphones with my N73, which will be just awesome. I love the fact that I don't have to carry around a million devices. (I originally bought the N73 to replace my Dell Axim x51v [for PIM] and my RAZR. Now it's replacing my iPod too.) What everyone failed to mention is the battery life. My 5 month old iPod video could not handle more than 7 hours of music - pathetic! During the days that I work, I listen to music on my N73 for a good 10 hours straight, this drains the battery to about half. Take that, iPod!
As for sound quality, I have no complaints. The N73 outputs great sound, no way is it worse than the iPod. I remember comparing my iPod to my Dell Axim x51v and realizing how horrible the quality on the iPod actually was.
Stick to your N73 .
Iceeprincess
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Uh, however why are we comparing a flash MP3 player to a phone? Isn't this like comparing a toaster to a full size oven? I mean the N93 is a video phone and the Ipod shuffle doesn't even have a screen.
If you want the best of both worlds --and I am just suggesting-- wouldn't the N91 be your best bet? http://www.infosyncworld.com/news/n/5944.html
If you want the best of both worlds --and I am just suggesting-- wouldn't the N91 be your best bet? http://www.infosyncworld.com/news/n/5944.html
I would say the quality is definately below that of an ipod because the n73 has interference/static while the ipod has almost none. I like to use it over my ipod because its smaller and more convenient though. The ipod is definately better for sorting, music quality, space, and interface though.
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What interface?
Definitely get a Shuffle cause it costs about 10 bucks more than a new PC game and the sound quality is superior to all other players.
Definitely get a Shuffle cause it costs about 10 bucks more than a new PC game and the sound quality is superior to all other players.
kunal jadhav
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The N91 is no doubt a great music phone, with a 4GB HD and soon to have an 8GB offering. Unfortunately if you are in North America, it lacks the GSM 850 band which is used to cover rural areas.
IHMO, the upcoming N95 (sucessor to the N80) is going to be the best of the N series phones in terms of functionality. The two main pluses (three if you plan to use HSDPA) is that it's 3g + quadband and it has a dual slider menchanism that reveals music controls when you slide it a certain way and a regular phone keypad when you slide it the other direction.
http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_n95-1716.php
As for the shuffle, I guess it wouldn't hurt of you have a backup MP3. The Nano has a better interface than the shuffle though if that's important to you. The newer sandisk sansa models also look promising because they are expandable via MicroSD. I have a Rio Forge sport, which is definitely aging in terms of technology and not nearly as loud in volume as my sisters iPOD Video (also showing signs of age).
Once I got a phone with MP3 functionality however, I pretty much stopped using my standalone MP3 altogether, simply because it was more convenient for me to carry around just one device.
IHMO, the upcoming N95 (sucessor to the N80) is going to be the best of the N series phones in terms of functionality. The two main pluses (three if you plan to use HSDPA) is that it's 3g + quadband and it has a dual slider menchanism that reveals music controls when you slide it a certain way and a regular phone keypad when you slide it the other direction.
http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_n95-1716.php
As for the shuffle, I guess it wouldn't hurt of you have a backup MP3. The Nano has a better interface than the shuffle though if that's important to you. The newer sandisk sansa models also look promising because they are expandable via MicroSD. I have a Rio Forge sport, which is definitely aging in terms of technology and not nearly as loud in volume as my sisters iPOD Video (also showing signs of age).
Once I got a phone with MP3 functionality however, I pretty much stopped using my standalone MP3 altogether, simply because it was more convenient for me to carry around just one device.
kbonier2007
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I had kinda the same choice, was going to get a shuffle over another MP3 player. Now, unless you need iTunes or something, consider another choice for MP3 player.
Well honestly ...imo the Samsung YP-u2 is a WAAAY better choice then a Shuffle. The sound that comes out of the Samsung is MILES ahead of a shuffle. Its kinda the same setup to. There is no cord , it plugs right into a USB port, just like the shuffle. When you first buy the Samsung its a MTP device, meaning you need WMP to transfer. However, after extensive research i found that you can flash the samsung to a euro firmware and it becomes a UMS device (Universal Mass Storage device, just like a flash drive). It has a display which is clear and easy to read. It has a 9 band eq (YES 9 band) and has 10 or so presets including 5 3d presets. Now if you havent heard the 3d presets you are REALLY missing out. 1 of those settings alone DESTROY the sound on a shuffle.
I have to tell you that the Samsung is a AWESOME player...ive been using it in my car while plugged into my car stereo. Its FANTASTIC sound. The supplied earbuds are alittle muddy...but get the job done. I quickly replaced them with a pair of Koss KSC-75's and its a NIGHT AND DAY difference. BTW, if you need headphones, i HIGHLY suggest these KSC-75's. I picked them up from Radio shack for 19.99, INSANE deal on a great sounding headphone. Probaly the best sound for you buck.
With Mp3 players now using 3d sound, or SRS, EAX, its very hard to find a phone with that type sound quality. Phones are great for those off moments when you need alittle get away, but for MP3's to sound really good, its better to get a player. They are far ahead of phones in terms of sound quality. However, i know phones are very far behind...meaning in a year or so, phones will probaly adopt 3d sound of some sort, if some havent already.
Well honestly ...imo the Samsung YP-u2 is a WAAAY better choice then a Shuffle. The sound that comes out of the Samsung is MILES ahead of a shuffle. Its kinda the same setup to. There is no cord , it plugs right into a USB port, just like the shuffle. When you first buy the Samsung its a MTP device, meaning you need WMP to transfer. However, after extensive research i found that you can flash the samsung to a euro firmware and it becomes a UMS device (Universal Mass Storage device, just like a flash drive). It has a display which is clear and easy to read. It has a 9 band eq (YES 9 band) and has 10 or so presets including 5 3d presets. Now if you havent heard the 3d presets you are REALLY missing out. 1 of those settings alone DESTROY the sound on a shuffle.
I have to tell you that the Samsung is a AWESOME player...ive been using it in my car while plugged into my car stereo. Its FANTASTIC sound. The supplied earbuds are alittle muddy...but get the job done. I quickly replaced them with a pair of Koss KSC-75's and its a NIGHT AND DAY difference. BTW, if you need headphones, i HIGHLY suggest these KSC-75's. I picked them up from Radio shack for 19.99, INSANE deal on a great sounding headphone. Probaly the best sound for you buck.
With Mp3 players now using 3d sound, or SRS, EAX, its very hard to find a phone with that type sound quality. Phones are great for those off moments when you need alittle get away, but for MP3's to sound really good, its better to get a player. They are far ahead of phones in terms of sound quality. However, i know phones are very far behind...meaning in a year or so, phones will probaly adopt 3d sound of some sort, if some havent already.
Do they make iPod shuffles with 2gb of memory? I don't remember reading anything about that.
If my music needs were only to "shuffle" 512mb of songs, I'd just use the N73. The newer firmware removes the popping that people complain about and I think it'd be MUCH easier to use one device instead of two.
If my music needs were only to "shuffle" 512mb of songs, I'd just use the N73. The newer firmware removes the popping that people complain about and I think it'd be MUCH easier to use one device instead of two.
Heather R.
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I like educated responses. I saw video (for those interested: http://www.nokia.com/press/openstudio2006) of this phone a few weeks ago and I can tell you that it has a friend or two and me salivating. However the only down side is this: Obviously a wicked powerhouse of a phone... but only sticking a BL-5F into it? Come on Nokia, when will you learn?
So what if it is 100 mAh more than the N80? Same mistake and that still blows. This phone will barely last you a day with medium to heavy use.
Now, going back to the original point of this thread. A shuffle is a bad choice, if you are going to spend money just get the nano. A N73 might be too pricey for you and just too much gadget for you if you want the simplicity of a nano.
So what if it is 100 mAh more than the N80? Same mistake and that still blows. This phone will barely last you a day with medium to heavy use.
Now, going back to the original point of this thread. A shuffle is a bad choice, if you are going to spend money just get the nano. A N73 might be too pricey for you and just too much gadget for you if you want the simplicity of a nano.
WHO LET THE DOGS OUT!!
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I just noticed no one asked...
Ck8 do you already own the N73? Or are you doing some comparative shopping?
Ck8 do you already own the N73? Or are you doing some comparative shopping?
sexilizzie2012
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I was comparing it to my ipod which isn't a shuffle. I wouldn't say the sound quality is superior to other players, it's about on par as far as mp3 players go. Compared to n-series it is better though.
To me, the advantage of a full-size hard drive ipod is that I can bring all my music everywhere. So getting a shuffle or nano is silly, because it can only fit a fraction of my music. So the cellphone wins out on convenience primarily.
To me, the advantage of a full-size hard drive ipod is that I can bring all my music everywhere. So getting a shuffle or nano is silly, because it can only fit a fraction of my music. So the cellphone wins out on convenience primarily.
hottstuff364
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You're right, I was mistaken.
Only 1GB models are available
Only 1GB models are available
Thanks, I'm also a fan of educated responses.
Ugh yeah, a device like the N95 that has all those features, especially WiFi needs a solid battery, not that I wouldn't mind carrying around a charger and/or a spare battery around with me but still, I'll take the extra weight if I can get a full-featured phone that will last a whole day on a single charge.
The Nokia's Open Studio 2 looks very promising. It's only natural for multimedia mobile computing to converge with mobile phone technology and it's good to see a what appears to be a solid operating system to help usher in that convergence.
Back to the subject at hand, if a more simple music/camera phone is what you are looking for, I'd say the Sony Ericsson W810i or the K790a are really good choices, simple UI and music interface and solid cameras. The W810 is a sony "Walkman" branded phone, is less expensive and is geared more towards music with a Pro Duo slot that can be expanded to 4GB while the K790a is a sony "Cybershot" branded phone and is geared more towards a better camera and is the only camera phone available to the North American market that has a real Xenon flash.
Ugh yeah, a device like the N95 that has all those features, especially WiFi needs a solid battery, not that I wouldn't mind carrying around a charger and/or a spare battery around with me but still, I'll take the extra weight if I can get a full-featured phone that will last a whole day on a single charge.
The Nokia's Open Studio 2 looks very promising. It's only natural for multimedia mobile computing to converge with mobile phone technology and it's good to see a what appears to be a solid operating system to help usher in that convergence.
Back to the subject at hand, if a more simple music/camera phone is what you are looking for, I'd say the Sony Ericsson W810i or the K790a are really good choices, simple UI and music interface and solid cameras. The W810 is a sony "Walkman" branded phone, is less expensive and is geared more towards music with a Pro Duo slot that can be expanded to 4GB while the K790a is a sony "Cybershot" branded phone and is geared more towards a better camera and is the only camera phone available to the North American market that has a real Xenon flash.