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iRiver H10 5GB - Reviewed

We looked at a large number of currently available MP3 Players the iRiver H10 5GB made the selection list.

iRiver H10 We feel that the iRiver H10 5GB is worth a closer look (as are the other products reviewed) as its overall features add up to what is a good all round package.

To help you compare the models from iRiver and as far as possible with the other manufacturers listed, we have gathered data that is consistent across all the MP3 players listed within our reviews.

The features applicable to the iRiver H10 5GB are:

Dimensions:
Imperial: 3.94 x1.97x0.39 inches.
Metric: 10x5x1 centimeters.

Item weight inclusive of batteries (as applicable):
Imperial: 3.4 ounces.
Metric: 97 grams.

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

  • The software supplied with the iRiver H10 5GB is available for Windows but what about the Macintosh? - unfortunately - no .
  • Music is held locally on Miniture Hard drive with a storage capacity of 5Gbyte .
  • The iRiver H10 5GB has the usual 'hold function', which means the controls are not activated accidently.
  • The iRiver H10 5GB is not fitted with an internal F.M. radio .

So what does the iRiver H10 5GB support in terms of music formats? you have the option of : MP3 - WMA - WAV

  • Can you display photographs on it? - Yes.
  • What about a built in microphone for recording? - Yes.
  • Rechargeable batteries? - Yes.
  • Approximate time to recharge is around - 2 hours .
  • On a battery that has a full charge, you will typically get around 6 hours with fairly average use.
  • Rated Battery life is hence average.
Connectivity & Transfer rates
  • Is an USB cable supplied? - Yes. On uploading a mixed music file 250MB in total size it took 46 seconds to complete the upload although this is also a function of how speedy your PC is.
 

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