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- Drag and play any multimedia files on the Galaxy Player
- DNLA technology means contents sharing on the Galaxy Player without wires
- 3.2 Inch colour display screen
- The Galaxy Player supports numerous Android Apps
- Features an expandable micro SD and changeable battery
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Samsung 16GB Galaxy Player 50 - White
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:8GB
I had been looking at purchasing a PMP for some time. Reviews had put me off the Galaxy Player, saying it simply did not work! I was looking for a player to watch BBC I Player files, listen to music, surf the web, have android if possible, but be small enough to fit in a pocket and not cost the earth.
Having deliberated over many devices I decided to take the plunge, thinking I could be making a big mistake.
However, what a great little player this is. Simple to use, just drag and drop music, and you dont need to use Kies (I find it hard work). Android works fine (apart from Angry birds, but I had heard this before). Music box means you can download pretty much any song you want straight onto the player. Wifi works fine, no problems. 8GB is also fine to get you going; plenty of space for songs and video. If you run out, just stick a Micro SD card in.
I don't have an issue with the quality of the screen, I am sure there is better technology out there (latest I Pod Touch), however I never paid I Pod Touch money, and for viewing TV programs on the go, its fine.
The one thing that has taken a couple of weeks to sort out with Samsung is how to get the player to play files from the BBC I Player. I had many answers from Samsung, all of them wrong, until finally the right solution.
You cant just drag and drop I player files in mass storage mode (like you can music), neither can you use Kies. What you have to do is change the USB setting to Media Player, then synchronise the player using Windows Media Player 10 or higher to bring in the required video. This is not clear in the instructions. Once you have done this you can then watch video from the BBC I Player.
Negatives. A little slow to start up. Keyboard tight when in portrait (but the unit is small so what do you expect). To use sat nav/maps, you seem to need an internet connection to start you off; GPS will not do this on its own (unless anyone can tell me different).
Overall, very happy.
Having deliberated over many devices I decided to take the plunge, thinking I could be making a big mistake.
However, what a great little player this is. Simple to use, just drag and drop music, and you dont need to use Kies (I find it hard work). Android works fine (apart from Angry birds, but I had heard this before). Music box means you can download pretty much any song you want straight onto the player. Wifi works fine, no problems. 8GB is also fine to get you going; plenty of space for songs and video. If you run out, just stick a Micro SD card in.
I don't have an issue with the quality of the screen, I am sure there is better technology out there (latest I Pod Touch), however I never paid I Pod Touch money, and for viewing TV programs on the go, its fine.
The one thing that has taken a couple of weeks to sort out with Samsung is how to get the player to play files from the BBC I Player. I had many answers from Samsung, all of them wrong, until finally the right solution.
You cant just drag and drop I player files in mass storage mode (like you can music), neither can you use Kies. What you have to do is change the USB setting to Media Player, then synchronise the player using Windows Media Player 10 or higher to bring in the required video. This is not clear in the instructions. Once you have done this you can then watch video from the BBC I Player.
Negatives. A little slow to start up. Keyboard tight when in portrait (but the unit is small so what do you expect). To use sat nav/maps, you seem to need an internet connection to start you off; GPS will not do this on its own (unless anyone can tell me different).
Overall, very happy.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:16GB
The best thing about the Galaxy is Android 2.1 OS - running this means you have the opportunity to to use the Android Market with all of its 200,000+ applications and download all the media content you like. The Player supports many files including MP3, OGG, AAC, M4A, WAV audio and MPEG4, H.263, H.264, WMV, DivX and XviD video, and serves as a camera, a digital voice recorder, an electronic compass, a radio and a GPS. G50 also supports 802.11n Wi-Fi networks so you are only a bluetooth zone away from using the internet. Runs for around 24 hours of audio or 5 hours of video on a single battery charge.
As a player, sound is great - SoundAlive technology gives full 5.1-channel surround sound. The controls are simple to use - Advanced and multiple sound presets allow you to change file sound to your preference, for example, adding more bass oh high tones. Video is equally simple to use - you can use the changeable sound presets or leave it in Theatre mode.
The camera option takes good pictures, and the great thing is that you can share them instantly via your favourite social networks and websites.
If 8 or 16 GB is not enough for you, Galaxy Player has a micro-SD slot for memory extending. I'd definitely recommend this as the 8gb just isn't enough for all the things you'll want to use this for.
Downsides
If you only opt for the standard 8gb model, you'll find that this really equates as only 6gb, and even then it leaves no room for storing photos and videos.
The controls can be slow, taking up to 10 seconds in some cases. And the player sometimes fails to recognise the headphones, resulting in you having to unplug and plug them back oin again. This is usually after a period of inactivity. Not a major biggie, but certainly an annoyance.
This is basically a smart phone without call capability. At a cheaper price this wouldn't be an issue, but in all honesty I sold mine on again and bought an IPod!
As a player, sound is great - SoundAlive technology gives full 5.1-channel surround sound. The controls are simple to use - Advanced and multiple sound presets allow you to change file sound to your preference, for example, adding more bass oh high tones. Video is equally simple to use - you can use the changeable sound presets or leave it in Theatre mode.
The camera option takes good pictures, and the great thing is that you can share them instantly via your favourite social networks and websites.
If 8 or 16 GB is not enough for you, Galaxy Player has a micro-SD slot for memory extending. I'd definitely recommend this as the 8gb just isn't enough for all the things you'll want to use this for.
Downsides
If you only opt for the standard 8gb model, you'll find that this really equates as only 6gb, and even then it leaves no room for storing photos and videos.
The controls can be slow, taking up to 10 seconds in some cases. And the player sometimes fails to recognise the headphones, resulting in you having to unplug and plug them back oin again. This is usually after a period of inactivity. Not a major biggie, but certainly an annoyance.
This is basically a smart phone without call capability. At a cheaper price this wouldn't be an issue, but in all honesty I sold mine on again and bought an IPod!
22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:8GB
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With hundreds of new devices launching at the market every year it is not easy to follow all trends. But once in a while they release device so good people keep on talking about it for a very long time. Since the announcement of Samsung YP-G50 Android 2.1-based player in September 2010 people just keep comparing it with iPod! I was wondering why))) Now I finally got it and would like to share my thoughts on it with you.
I took the one 8 GB with thinking to enlarge its capacity up to 40 GB in the future (thanks God it has a micro-SD slot for memory enlargement!). First, I was very interested in its sounding qualities, so my testing was very severe ' The best part about it is that it has SoundAlive function which enables it to change the sounding according to your tastes. More bass, more instrumental, auto, etc. Just try it while listening to music - it is absolutely amazing to hear how it changes sounding))) The same can be applied to video files (personally, I like Theater function for surrounding sound). G50 supports wide range of files, including MP3, OGG, AAC, M4A, WAV audio and MPEG4, H.263, H.264, WMV, DivX and XviD video.
Because this is Android-based device you will find all Android applications like Android Market, Maps, YouTube, Talk, Google Mail, ThinkFree Office and many others. Using Android Market you can download from more than 200,000 available applications. Many games, many good and useful stuff you'll need - this is all Android and that is why I love it^^. G50 is first of its kind to run on Android, I think. In my opinion, new 2011 year will be marked by many new Android-based players once Samsung has started this race))) And I am pretty sure they will be simply the best!!
This would become your social integrated device if you want, so you can post your pictures (it has 2MP camera), take videos, and share them with your friends on Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Picasa, etc. I downloaded more than 40 applications to make my life easy))) Well, so far I use most of them checking tomorrow's weather, maps, traffic, subway map, youtube, CNN news and other stuff - fell free to download applications you like).
G50 design slightly reminds the design of Galaxy S - central physical button and sensor buttons on the sides. I love its white color (of course, if I could change it for something more vibrant like green or yellow I would!! ^^) with silver frame - it looks lovely! I hope they are not gonna change it in next generation models, but work more on internal characteristics like better screen or smth))
My general conclusion: G50 is definitely going to attract masses by its design, efficiency, Android base, Wi-Fi and GPS modules which makes it a weighty rival of iPod)) Time will tell=^_^=
I took the one 8 GB with thinking to enlarge its capacity up to 40 GB in the future (thanks God it has a micro-SD slot for memory enlargement!). First, I was very interested in its sounding qualities, so my testing was very severe ' The best part about it is that it has SoundAlive function which enables it to change the sounding according to your tastes. More bass, more instrumental, auto, etc. Just try it while listening to music - it is absolutely amazing to hear how it changes sounding))) The same can be applied to video files (personally, I like Theater function for surrounding sound). G50 supports wide range of files, including MP3, OGG, AAC, M4A, WAV audio and MPEG4, H.263, H.264, WMV, DivX and XviD video.
Because this is Android-based device you will find all Android applications like Android Market, Maps, YouTube, Talk, Google Mail, ThinkFree Office and many others. Using Android Market you can download from more than 200,000 available applications. Many games, many good and useful stuff you'll need - this is all Android and that is why I love it^^. G50 is first of its kind to run on Android, I think. In my opinion, new 2011 year will be marked by many new Android-based players once Samsung has started this race))) And I am pretty sure they will be simply the best!!
This would become your social integrated device if you want, so you can post your pictures (it has 2MP camera), take videos, and share them with your friends on Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Picasa, etc. I downloaded more than 40 applications to make my life easy))) Well, so far I use most of them checking tomorrow's weather, maps, traffic, subway map, youtube, CNN news and other stuff - fell free to download applications you like).
G50 design slightly reminds the design of Galaxy S - central physical button and sensor buttons on the sides. I love its white color (of course, if I could change it for something more vibrant like green or yellow I would!! ^^) with silver frame - it looks lovely! I hope they are not gonna change it in next generation models, but work more on internal characteristics like better screen or smth))
My general conclusion: G50 is definitely going to attract masses by its design, efficiency, Android base, Wi-Fi and GPS modules which makes it a weighty rival of iPod)) Time will tell=^_^=
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Published 4 months ago by moh-amazon
Better than expected!
I was unsure about buying this product given the mixed reviews - but I am happy to report that it has exceeded my expectations - and more importantly, my teenage son is very happy... Read more
Published 5 months ago by dizzyduck
Brilliant for the money
After reading reviews from other forums about the Samsung 50 i was a little hesitant about buying it but i am more than happy with this little machine, i have never had an iPod so... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Michelle
Very very disappointed
I'll keep this very short... After MUCH research, I decided to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Player in 16GB format. Read more
Published 7 months ago by screaming_trees
Could Have Been Better - Maybe It Will
O.K. I bought this as my Sony MP3 player only has 16gb. So I bought the 8b Galaxy Player and added a 32gb MicroSD Card to it. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Richard HAYNES
Could have been great
I'll keep this very short... After MUCH research, I decided to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Player in 16GB format. Read more
Published 7 months ago by screaming_trees
Great
I purchased my samsung galaxy player 50 with litle confidence, but after some i dicided to buy it.
And boy am i glad i did, the touch scrren is great and the buttens are very... Read more
And boy am i glad i did, the touch scrren is great and the buttens are very... Read more
Published 9 months ago by sandywood2
A huge step forward
I wouldn't like to play it flat out for too long as there is sufficient volume to do damage in a very short time. The headphones which come with it
are very good as well. Read more
are very good as well. Read more
Published 11 months ago by WM
samsung galaxy 50
dont buy this rubbish 1st one packed up - 2nd one did the same complete and utter waste of time.....
Published 12 months ago by boshio
galaxy player
music sounds great on this player,it looks gorgeous,its fast to access internet.my only problem with it is that its to touch sensitive when trying to scroll.
Published 13 months ago by jacote
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