MusicGremlin MG-1000 (8GB)
Manufacturer: MusicGremlin, Inc. Part number: MG-1000
- More product information:
- Editors' review
- User reviews
- Specifications
- Manufacturer info
- Bottom Line:
- The MusicGremlin is a novel first effort and a boon for people who want instant access to downloadable songs, but it probably doesn't deliver enough value to attract many users.
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CNET editors' review
MusicGremlin MG-1000 (8GB) price range: $279.99
- Reviewed by: Troy Dreier
- Edited by: James Kim
- Reviewed on: 06/13/2006
- Released on: 06/14/2006
The good: Lets you download new songs to your portable without a PC; music store has about 2 million tracks; can connect to other MusicGremlins through Wi-Fi or ad-hoc connections and share music; includes an FM radio.
The bad: Music subscriptions cost $14.99 per month (otherwise, songs are 99 cents per track); only subscribers can share songs; poor battery life; merely 8GB of storage for $299; requires open Wi-Fi connection to download songs; FM radio can't remember presets; no video, photo, or messaging capabilities; doesn't work with Macs.
The bottom line: The MusicGremlin is a novel first effort and a boon for people who want instant access to downloadable songs, but it probably doesn't deliver enough value to attract many users.
We've seen a few Wi-Fi-enabled music players before--remember SoniqCast and Tao?--but never one that works with a music subscription service, though Zing, another Wi-Fi portable is in the works. A $14.99 monthly fee lets you grab all the music you want--or, at least, all that will fit on the 8GB device--from the MusicGremlin Direct online store. Clever community features let you browse other Gremlin owners' downloads and swap songs with friends. There are some healthy restrictions in place, though, such as weak battery life, small storage capacity, and the fact that you can trade songs only with friends who have subscriptions. We like the product and applaud the innovation, but we doubt that this first-generation offering provides enough value to attract a large number of users.
User reviews
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Innovative
by bigsteve944 on March 14, 2006
Pros: Wi-Fi is a +
Cons: ? Not enough information on it yet
Summary: As we all know, no matter what, for the next few years Apple will own the Mp3 Player market. This mp3 player is awesome because of Musicgremlin's way of ...
Summary: As we all know, no matter what, for the next few years Apple will own the Mp3 Player market. This mp3 player is awesome because of Musicgremlin's way of coming out with it before Apple has. They may make headway with this unit, but as soon as the iPod moves ahead with its own for of innovation allowing for it to have wi-fi, I am sure that they will go one step further with something else. Do I think this mp3 player is cool? Of course, it's wi-fi. Just wait until Apple moves into this idea, they will kill the competition.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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What's the point of 802.11g without WPA?
by jay.butler on June 15, 2006
Pros: Cool concept
Cons: So-so implementation
Summary: Where is one going to find a WEP or wide-open g network these days? WEP sucks and more people are getting a clue about enabling WPA. The only way I ...
Summary: Where is one going to find a WEP or wide-open g network these days? WEP sucks and more people are getting a clue about enabling WPA. The only way I would run wide open (or WEP) at home is if I could point an access point on the other side of my firewall. But, that would add to the price.
Also, only 8GB for $299? A bit skimpy on the capacity.
I'll wait for version 2.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Been waiting for something like this for years!!!
by ipodmister on June 14, 2006
Pros: I have been waiting for something like this for years! Its just so cool to be like sitting on your couch, here a cool song on tv, and download it right there, without a computer!!!
Cons: 8 gigabyte is a little small, and i hate how big and unattractive it is.
Summary: Next i hope they release an mp3 player that will connect to a cellular network so you could download songs anywhere.
Summary: Next i hope they release an mp3 player that will connect to a cellular network so you could download songs anywhere.
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Too COOL!!!!
by billquigmire2 on March 14, 2006
Pros: It has WI-FI!!!
Cons: Umm none???
Summary: This is mp3 player is better than a Ipod. Even though must mp3 players are better than Ipod. THIS ONE HAS WI-FI!!
Summary: This is mp3 player is better than a Ipod. Even though must mp3 players are better than Ipod. THIS ONE HAS WI-FI!!
0 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: MusicGremlin, Inc.
- Part number: MG-1000
- Description: Download music on the go - no wires, no waiting, no PC! For the first time ever, search for your favorite music and download it where you want - directly on a MusicGremlin wireless device. MusicGremlin lets you search for, play, and download music directly on your device. Browse over 2 million tracks in MusicGremlin's library, searching by artist, album, or track, and click on any selection to download it - all just by using the buttons on the front of the device. Whatever your musical tastes, MusicGremlin has got it covered.
General
- Product type Wi-Fi enabled digital player / recorder / radio
- PC interface(s) supported USB, Wi-Fi
- Depth 7.7 in
- Height 4.1 in
- Width 2.4 in
- Weight 4 oz
Audio Features
- Digital storage Built-in 8 GB Hard disk drive
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Additional features Wireless music download
Digital Player / Recorder
- Supported digital audio standards WMA
Built-in Display
- Audio system built-in display LCD
- Diagonal size 2 in
- Resolution 220 x 176
- Backlight display Yes
CD System
- CD system type None
Cassette System
- Cassette system type None
Radio
- Tuner type Digital Radio tuner
- Tuner bands FM
MD System
- MD system type None
Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
Headphones
- Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Connectivity technology Wired
Connectivity
- Cable(s) included 1 x USB cable -
- Connector type 1 x Headphones, 1 x USB, 1 x Audio line-in, 1 x DC power input
Battery / Power
- Power device type Power adapter
Manufacturer info
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