Compare Prices : Samsung YP-U3HZL (1GB, Blue)

Review summary: The Samsung U3 is the proof that a basic MP3 player doesn't have to be ugly and featureless; it's simple, inexpensive, cool-looking, and perfect for the gym.

Pros: Cool design and a built-in USB interface ; inexpensive ; easy to use, integrated FM tuner and a voice recorder ; supports OGG and WMA ; package includes a snap-on belt clip and a headphone cable wrap

Cons: Doesn't offer the best sound quality ; touch-sensitive controls won't appeal to everyone ; small monochrome display

Verdict: It's hard not to see a pack of gum when first looking at the U3. At 11 x 25.4 x 80mm, the thin, rectangular player looks strikingly like a six-stick pack of Doublemint; well, our green version did, anyway. The device is also available in black, blue, ...

Review summary: The U3 looks like a stick of gum, has a cool retractable USB connector and feels right at home clipped to our shirt. But would we want to take it running with us?

Pros: OLED screen despite small size, retractable USB connector, included clip

Cons: Uncomfortable earbuds, no Macintosh support

Review summary: Samsung's snazzy little MP3 player delivers enough power for the road.

Pros: Small and light, • Includes FM radio tuner

Cons: No AC charge capability, PC Interface: USB 2.0, Music Formats: MP3/WMA/audiobooks, , , , , , , to play your tunes in style. Samsung's slim U3 provides all the evidence you need to show that an $89 MP3 player can deliver. With 2GB of flash space, a ...

Award: Editor's Choice!

Review summary: samsung yp-u3 review: With its sound quality and industrial chic look the YP-U3 stakes its claim to being the king of USB key MP3 players.

Pros: Industrial cool looks, Monochrome OLED clear and legible, Good FM reception, Good sound quality ...

Cons: ... unless you turn the volume up, Can't play/pause tracks when in menus

Verdict: With its sound quality and industrial chic look the YP-U3 stakes its claim to being the king of USB key MP3 players.