Toshiba Gigabeat S MES30VW

September 18th, 2006 | by Rebecca Day

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Gigabeat S has a stellar display, idiotproof interface and broad compatibility with the Windows PlaysForSure universe.


Highs: Sharp and bright screen; easy to use; good stock earbuds; supports digital camera

Lows: Requires a proprietary AC adapter cable/AC Adapter; will not record voice

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Introduction

Editor's Choice

Wow, what a difference a generation makes. Last year, Toshiba’s much-hyped Gigabeat digital media player left me disappointed to say the least. After playing with the next-gen Gigabeat S30 for a week or so now, I’m glad to see Toshiba stuck with the category and went back to the drawing board. Gone are the clumsy software integration, nagging menu structure and the frustrating slider control of the first generation. In their place are the no-brainer Windows Mobile Portable Media Center platform, solid button controls and an overall impressive package.
           
The MES30VW Portable Media Center is a music player, video playback device, picture viewer and FM radio all rolled into one buttoned-up little box.

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