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iAudio X5

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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,854 ✭✭✭✭cormie


    Sure I paid €460 for my iRiver H140 when it first came out. That was the cheapest of the cheapest, a place in Bray quoted me over €600 for it :eek:

    It's worth every cent of that €460, I use it I'd say more than 18 hours per 24 hours. MP3 players in general are just great, and you have the best of the best that's out there. Nice one;)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 26,584 ✭✭✭✭Creamy Goodness


    cormie what place in bray sell mp3 players i can't think of any?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,854 ✭✭✭✭cormie


    I wouldn't be able to tell you. I went to the iRiver site, looked at the Irish and UK distributor, rang them up and got numbers of places in bray that dealt with them, it would have been a special order for me. I can't think of anywhere in Bray that would sell them unless Dickers stock them? Or Totterdells or there was a computer shop across from Smyths, not too sure if it's still there though.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,075 ✭✭✭fenris


    The Laptop Shop in Stephens Green has them or can order them.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,609 ✭✭✭comet


    By the looks of things it seems Cowon have decided not to release a 60Gig x5, well thats the word on the messageboards anyway, originally it was supposed to be released this month. I'm really dissapointed, the 30gig just seems a little small, may go back to my plan of getting the H340 now.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,854 ✭✭✭✭cormie


    Ah no way that's ridiculous! Let's just hope they go with an 80 instead! :rolleyes:


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 238 ✭✭chat2joe


    I ordered an iAudio x5 30GB last week. It arrived in Ireland today so I should have it by Wednesday! I'll try hook it up to a hard drive when I get it too and let ye know how it goes! It cost me €330 (incl. shipping and all) from eBay. It's coming from america. It's making it's wway through customs right now :(


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,854 ✭✭✭✭cormie


    Damn customs, I got a nice bill of €177 off them the other day! If you do get stung, it should only be half that if even.

    I'd be very interested if you could tell me if it can hook up to an external HD, thanks:)


  • Subscribers Posts: 8,325 ✭✭✭Scubadevils


    For those still planning to buy the X5, first shipments were well delayed but will be in later this week. Both Peats & Harvey Normans will be stocking them. So far it will be the 20GB X5 and the 30GB X5L. 60GB as mentioned above is delayed but should still launch. There may also be a cheaper option in a couple of months which will be the X5 without tuner. I'm still loving mine :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,609 ✭✭✭comet


    This was posted on the iaudiophile site today so I think the 60Gig really is dead in the water
    Just had an e-mail from Kevin Kang @ Cowon.

    "We decided to drop the 60GB verion of X5 from our line-ups.

    We found there is very little demand for the 60GB version. So, X5 is currently available with 20G and 30G only.
    And, we don't have plan to add any additional capacity model for this line-ups"


    Looks like Apple are going to add video to the ipod, of course they already have a 60Gig model on the market
    An iPod with video? Apple Computer Inc. has been talking to several major recording companies, looking to license the sale of music videos through the popular iTunes music site, The Wall Street Journal reported in Monday's editions.

    Negotiations are an indication that Apple is moving to release a device that plays video files, possibly by September, The Journal said. Analysts see the development as likely because of Apple's strength in video software, including the Quicktime movie format and video-editing software, such as Final Cut Pro and iMovie.

    An Apple spokeswoman declined to comment.


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  • Subscribers Posts: 8,325 ✭✭✭Scubadevils


    Thats a shame if they dont go ahead with it, all I had heard was that it was not available for the moment.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 238 ✭✭chat2joe


    Mine's arrived today!!! Much quicker than expected! It's really neat. I owned the iAudio M3 before this so I'm used to the superior iAudio quality anyway :cool: ! That aside, it's actually a bit chubbier than I had expected (with the screen and all). Still extremely sleek looking. I'm still trying to get the external hard drive setup on it - i'll keep yous posted. I can take some photos of it if anyones interested. I loaded a good few episodes of scrubs and simpsons on it and they view very nicely indeed!! The "small" screen isn't that big an issue when watching it actually. I can see myself watching videos on the bus etc.! The software's very handy for resizing the video - a half hour video seems to take 35 - 40 MB which i'm quite impressed with. I'd love to talk more but I really want to go back to playing with my new toy! Be back soon! :D


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 56 ✭✭Dr. Octagon


    Just purchased one of these bad boys.The x5l 30gb model for 344 euro in total from Ebay. Can't wait to get my hands on it.

    It has been confirmed that a 60gb model will be produced due to popular demand but it will take a while.

    Canon cameras are not supported by the USB on the go feature. Will I be able to plug my SD card into a little memory card reader and transfer pictures that way?


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,226 ✭✭✭hopeful


    Canon cameras are not supported by the USB on the go feature. Will I be able to plug my SD card into a little memory card reader and transfer pictures that way?

    A list of supported/unsupported devices is HERE

    :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,609 ✭✭✭comet


    It has been confirmed that a 60gb model will be produced due to popular demand but it will take a while.

    Yep, the saga continues!!
    "Dear iAUDIO customers,

    I appreciate your warm support for iAUDIO.

    The iAUDIO X5 60GB version became a hot issue at many sites recently. My information about X5 60GB was not our official announcement nor correct. I was wrong. Please do not be disappointed with that.

    Today we decided to release iAUDIO X5 60GB version in near future.

    Sorry for the confusions that I've made by my e-mail. Once a specific schedule is ready, we will inform you of it.

    Thanks and regards,
    Kevin Kang"


  • Subscribers Posts: 8,325 ✭✭✭Scubadevils


    They will produce the 60GB model, it just depends on what each country requests in total per month then they can justify production. Anyone want to suggest how many the Irish market will require for the next few months up to December??!

    Just to add to that, the first shipments of iAudio arrived today and are being customs cleared as we speak. Should be in the shops by Wednesday at the latest. This is all models including the various flash players.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,609 ✭✭✭comet


    Felixdhc wrote:
    They will produce the 60GB model, it just depends on what each country requests in total per month then they can justify production. Anyone want to suggest how many the Irish market will require for the next few months up to December??!

    Not many I'd say, if any, someone here going to buy one of them would probably get it on the web or get someone to get it in the U.S. or something like that I would guess.

    So is everyone loving the x5, anyone get one and not like it or have some major complaints?


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,226 ✭✭✭hopeful


    comet wrote:
    So is everyone loving the x5, anyone get one and not like it or have some major complaints?

    Had mine for a couple of weeks now. I have no major complaints and the ones I do have are very minor.

    Supplied headphones are a bit crap but then most are. Swapped them with Sony's EX71 'phones and all is well.
    Cowon don't supply a case as standard which is probably my biggest gripe. One dented VISA card later and my X5 is nestled in a Noreve leather case.
    The screen is a bit small for video TBH, although I have been watching a few episodes of Trailer Park Boys on the train. Maybe I just need to get my eyes tested though :D
    Seems like a lot of people are having problems with the fact that the X5 doesn't organize music via the ID3 tags (though the rumour is that the next firmware version will do this) All my stuff is organized in folders so it hasn't been a problem.
    Still trying to find anywhere that sells the remote. Once I get that my entire life will be perfect :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,246 ✭✭✭✭Dyr


    hmm i am intrigued by this model but consider the video end of things to be surplus to my requirements. Would the 40 gb m4s still be easily available? mmm... gunmetal brown


  • Subscribers Posts: 8,325 ✭✭✭Scubadevils


    All iAudio models landed and in the shops as of tomorrow :D

    I actually prefer sorting my music by folders as you can choose yourself as to how your music is sorted. I have folders divided alphabetically and then separate folders for dance genres and DJ mixes. I used the line in recently for the first time and cant believe how user friendly it was.


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  • Closed Accounts Posts: 8,259 ✭✭✭RicardoSmith


    Seem like the first MP3 HD player that has most of the features people want. The iPod and Iriver don't grab me. But this one looks like I will get one. Personally I don't use tags, but it should have them.

    How much was the case?
    Whats in the box?
    What prices are the different versions?
    Whats the warranty on this?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,246 ✭✭✭✭Dyr


    Well, i have 20 gbs in my winamp library as it is, so i want some room on an MP3 player.. and tbh most high capacity Mp3 players dont seem worth the asking price. The creative 60 gb was a great idea but well, that ended in tears :rolleyes:

    felix, you clued industry insider cat.. could you name any shops that might intend stocking these various models from tomorrow?? :D


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 8,259 ✭✭✭RicardoSmith


    I have 40GB in mine. But I wouldn't need to carry all that around. Maybe 10GB for data and the rest for music would be fine.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,226 ✭✭✭hopeful


    Seem like the first MP3 HD player that has most of the features people want. The iPod and Iriver don't grab me. But this one looks like I will get one. Personally I don't use tags, but it should have them.

    How much was the case?
    Whats in the box?
    What prices are the different versions?
    Whats the warranty on this?

    Case is 39.99 See HERE

    Box contained the X5, mains charger, subpack, USB cable, USB Host cable, software CD, line-in cable, earphones, user manual, screen protectorsx2.

    Don't know the prices...sorry :D

    Warrenty is 1 year as far as I remember.

    :)


  • Subscribers Posts: 8,325 ✭✭✭Scubadevils


    Warranty is two years and is what should be for all electronics but most manufacturers tend to ignore this EU regulation :confused: Good ol' Ireland.

    Retailers stocking as of tomorrow...

    Peats, Parnell St
    Harvey Norman, Swords & Dundalk
    BCool Gadgets, Pavillions, Swords (they actually had the first lot in the country)

    Retail prices should be as follows:

    X5 20GB - 369.99 (14 hr battery)
    X5L 20GB - 389.99 (35 hr battery, 4mm thicker than standard version)
    X5 30GB - 409.99 (not available here as yet)
    X5L 30GB - 429.99 (35 hr battery, 4mm thicker than standard version)

    Cant remember flash players pricing for each model but should be around...

    256MB - 129.99
    512MB - 159.99
    1GB - 199 - 209.
    2GB - mad money, wont be available here till flash pricing comes down a bit.

    From the clued insider :cool:


  • Subscribers Posts: 8,325 ✭✭✭Scubadevils


    hopeful wrote:
    Case is 39.99 See HERE

    Box contained the X5, mains charger, subpack, USB cable, USB Host cable, software CD, line-in cable, earphones, user manual, screen protectorsx2.

    Don't know the prices...sorry :D

    Warrenty is 1 year as far as I remember.

    :)

    Is there no belt loop on the Noreve case? I have an iAudio case and its much the same from what I can see except white stitching and a belt loop.


  • Subscribers Posts: 8,325 ✭✭✭Scubadevils


    Seem like the first MP3 HD player that has most of the features people want. The iPod and Iriver don't grab me. But this one looks like I will get one. Personally I don't use tags, but it should have them.

    It has tags for displaying track, album and artist info. Its just that it will not sort the music by tags itself. There is an option in the menu to display file or tag info on screen.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,226 ✭✭✭hopeful


    Felixdhc wrote:
    Is there no belt loop on the Noreve case? I have an iAudio case and its much the same from what I can see except white stitching and a belt loop.

    It has a belt clip that attches to a metal 'button' that screws onto the back of the case.

    :)


  • Subscribers Posts: 8,325 ✭✭✭Scubadevils


    Cool, very fancy indeed :)


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,246 ✭✭✭✭Dyr


    Felixdhc wrote:
    Warranty is two years and is what should be for all electronics but most manufacturers tend to ignore this EU regulation :confused: Good ol' Ireland.

    Retailers stocking as of tomorrow...

    Peats, Parnell St
    Harvey Norman, Swords & Dundalk
    BCool Gadgets, Pavillions, Swords (they actually had the first lot in the country)

    Retail prices should be as follows:

    X5 20GB - 369.99 (14 hr battery)
    X5L 20GB - 389.99 (35 hr battery, 4mm thicker than standard version)
    X5 30GB - 409.99 (not available here as yet)
    X5L 30GB - 429.99 (35 hr battery, 4mm thicker than standard version)

    Cant remember flash players pricing for each model but should be around...

    256MB - 129.99
    512MB - 159.99
    1GB - 199 - 209.
    2GB - mad money, wont be available here till flash pricing comes down a bit.

    From the clued insider :cool:


    Nice one fdc, some comprehensive info there
    but no M3's :(


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