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iRiver T20FM 512MB - Reviewed

We looked at a large number of currently available MP3 Players the iRiver T20FM 512MB made the selection list.

iRiver T20FM We feel that the iRiver T20FM 512MB is worth seriously considering (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 iRiver 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 iRiver T20FM 512MB are:

Dimensions:
Imperial: 1.18 x2.36x0.79 inches.
Metric: 3x6x2 centimeters.

Item weight inclusive of batteries (as applicable):
Imperial: 1.0 ounces.
Metric: 28 grams.

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

  • The software supplied with the iRiver T20FM 512MB is available for Windows but what about the Macintosh? - unfortunately - no .
  • Music is stored locally on Flash memory with a storage capacity of 512MB .
  • The iRiver T20FM 512MB has the usual 'hold function', which ensures the controls are not activated accidently.
  • The iRiver T20FM 512MB has an internal F.M. radio and also provides an F.M. radio recording capability .

So what does the iRiver T20FM 512MB support in terms of music formats? you have the option of : MP3 - WMA

  • Can you display photographs on it? - No.
  • What about a built in microphone for recording? - Yes.
  • Rechargeable batteries? - Yes.
  • Approximate time to recharge is close to - 1.5 hours .
  • On a battery that has a full charge, you will typically get around 15 hours with fairly average use.
  • Rated Battery life is on balance average.
Connectivity & Transfer rates
  • Is an USB cable supplied? - No. On uploading a mixed music file 250MB in total size it took 2 minutes and 19 seconds to complete the upload although this is also a function of how quick your PC is.
 

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