Creative ZEN X FI 8GB - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Creative's Zen X-Fi isn't your average mp3 player, nor does it come with awful headphones!

Review summary: Creative goes mad with the features in this mini-marvel

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Review summary: The Creative Zen X-Fi is beyond question a better all-around digital music player than any of Apple's current iPods.

Verdict: It's an outstanding digital music player that rises to the top with ease. The masses may continue to think iPod first when they need a new MP3 player - but it will be a shame if they do. The Creative Zen X-Fi is arguably the most innovative, feature ...

Review summary: The amazing Zen X-Fi has great sound, features, headphones, and storage options--and for a nice price, too.

Pros: Nice features, sound, earbuds, and price ; Networking and streaming capabilities

Cons: Plastic body feels cheap, but durable ; Small screen for video and photos

Verdict: Minor issues like the chat malfunctions can't take the shine off of the Creative X-Fi. It's an outstanding digital music player that rises to the top with ease. The masses may continue to think iPod first when they need a new MP3 player--but the X-Fi ...

Review summary: Although saddled with a clunky name, Creative's ZEN X-Fi with Wireless LAN offers plenty of features including wireless capabilities at a great price. Sure, I was occasionally frustrated with the unpolished user interface and the overwhelming number ...

Pros: Streams and downloads music wirelessly. FM Radio and voice recorder. Quality earphones are included

Cons: User interface needs work. Most videos need to be converted with the included software. Loaded with buttons

Verdict: Armed with wireless streaming features, but hindered by an irksome user interface, the affordable ZEN X-Fi is a solid player, but lacks the graceful navigation of devices from Apple or Samsung.