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Creative MuVo TX FM 512MB - Reviewed

As part of our look over what has been a large number of currently available MP3 Players the Creative MuVo TX FM 512MB made the selection list.

Creative MuVo TX We feel that the Creative MuVo TX FM 512MB is worth a closer look (as are the other products reviewed) as its overall features add up to what is a good overall package.

To help you compare the models from Creative and as far as possible with the other manufacturers listed, we have gathered data that is consistent across all the MP3 players listed on this site.

The features applicable to the Creative MuVo TX FM 512MB are:

Dimensions:
Imperial: 1.57 x3.15x0.79 inches.
Metric: 4x8x2 centimeters.

Item weight inclusive of batteries (as applicable):
Imperial: 1.6 ounces.
Metric: 44 grams.

Main features
  • Type of Headphones? - In ear .
    We would say the cable length for the headphones is adequate .

  • The software supplied with the Creative MuVo TX FM 512MB is available for Windows but what about the Macintosh? - unfortunately - no .
  • Music is held locally on Flash memory with a storage capacity of 512MB .
  • The Creative MuVo TX FM 512MB has the usual 'hold function', which ensures the controls are not activated accidently.
  • The Creative MuVo TX FM 512MB has an internal F.M. radio and also provides an F.M. radio recording capability .

So what does the Creative MuVo TX FM 512MB support in terms of music formats? you have the option of : MP3 - WMA - Audible

  • Can you display photographs on it? - No.
  • What about a built in microphone for recording? - Yes.
  • Rechargeable batteries? - No.
  • Approximate time to recharge is around - N/A .
  • On a battery that has a full charge, you will typically get around 17 hours with fairly average use.
  • Rated Battery life is therefore average.
Connectivity & Transfer rates
  • Is an USB cable supplied? - Yes. On uploading a mixed music file 250MB in overall size it took 2 minutes and 8 seconds to complete the upload although this is also a function of how quick your PC is.
 

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