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Creative Nomad MuVo (64 MB)
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Last update: 03-13-2004 |
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We can't imagine an MP3 player that's easier to use than this little number from Creative. With an innovative, detachable flash-memory module that connects directly to your USB port, the Nomad MuVo doesn't require cables, software, or drivers to download music or data from your computer. Though it lacks many frills such as an LCD, expandable memory, a carrying case, and settings of any kind, its tiny size, nifty design, and simple operation make it a great choice for those who hate fussy electronics.
The MuVo is really small--about the size of a cigarette lighter at 2.87 by 1.38 by 0.63 inches--and weighs just less than an ounce. There's no LCD, and there are only six buttons to control playback and volume. For some, the lack of viewable song-title and settings information will be a shortcoming. Others, however, will revel in the simplicity of a device that can be operated by feel alone.
 |  | | Pull the MuVo apart to reveal the USB plug. | Plug the white part into your USB port, and most operating systems will recognize the player--no drivers or cables required. |
Ease of use aside, the most innovative aspect of the MuVo's design is that it separates into two parts, one of which plugs directly into your computer's USB slot and doesn't require a cable. Though the MuVo is certainly pocket-friendly, we still wish that Creative had included a belt clip or an armband, although both can be had for an extra $30. A loop on the corner of the device hooks onto the included lanyard or a keychain, but we'd prefer a more secure method of attachment.
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