Apacer - - Absolute My Style.Listening to music is my hobby. I bought Audio Cassette Players, Diskmen, CD/MP3 Optical Drive players and even Computer. But things were different until the introduction of Digital Audio Players. This invention brought a rapid change in Music Lovers. Soon all the Music Lovers started to change their Audio Players. I too had the dream of getting ONE. My dream was finally fulfilled with the gift from my Cousin, an IPOPS Digital Audio Player.
Apacer MP3 Player is my second Digital Audio Player. When I was Gifted with IPOPS Digital Audio Player by my cousin, I was very happy. But that player didnot last long. Poor Solder joint and low quality push buttons were the problems with IPOPS. It made the buttons of my MP3 plyer immoveable and finally the USB connecting pins were automatically de-soldered and that was the end to my IPOPS player. But the option of Dual Headphones was really good. I loved the Sound quality even. With the "Death" of my IPOPS, I had to search for a new Digital Audio Player. Searched every thing. From locally manufactured SonI to Apple I Pod. But nothing was satisfing. If I liked the sound and options, it was OVER PRICED . So, I postponed my plan of buying the Digital Audio Player.
But a few later, when I went to a Computer Peripheral shop for a neck phone, I saw Apacer Steno AU350. The sound quality was really pleasing. Already I was a lover of the Brand, and finally moved with the player. After that I charged it and started listening the songs. Sound Quality was excellent. But to my surprise, the Battery backup was much more than that I expected. I really loved the Player.
But there are few DrawBacks. The main disadvantage is the absence of FM Radio. Next the Navigation. It takes some time to expertise the menus and other options. Finally, the Price. I think it is little bit Over-Priced.
Here are the Technical Specifications of APACER AUDIO STENO AU 350 (from Apacer website)
| USB interface | USB 2.0 | |
| Built-in Memory capacity | 1GB/ 2GB | |
| Display | 1.5" 65,536 color CSTN screen | |
| Music file playback | MP3/ WMA | |
| EQ modes | Normal, Pop, Rock, Classic, Jazz, Bass, Treble | |
| User interface | 12 languages (ID3 display supported) | |
| Earphone output power | (L) 10mW + (R ) 10mW (32 Ohm) | |
| S/N ratio | > 85 dB | |
| Power source | Built-in rechargeable 330mA Li-Polymer battery | |
| Battery life | Maximum of 11 hours music playback time | |
| Certification | CE, FCC | |
| Dimensions/ Weight | (L)70 mm x (W) 29 mm x (D) 13 mm / 28g | |
| Operating temperature | -10°C ~ 40°C (14°F ~ 104°F) | |
| Operating humidity | 10 % ~ 75% | |
| Support O/S | Windows 98(SE)/ME/2000/XP/Vista | |
| Supported file system | FAT, FAT32 | |
| Accessories | Earphone, USB Cable, Quick Start Guide | |
Note: Though there is no limit on saving data at the current capacity, only the first 415 songs stored in the AU350 can be played back.
