Saturday, February 24, 2007

Audio Books - How to Find The Perfect Listening Device For Them

By Helen Wall

For people who like to incorporate various activities, like listening to audio books, into their busy lives, the latest iPods and MP3 players are just the devices to provide optimum portability, the latest in style, amazing capacity and memory, excellent battery life and, as an added bonus, reasonable price.

iPods come in a variety of styles and colors suited to every taste and requirement. From the new pink 1 GB iPod shuffle which sells for about £55 to the 30GB, 5th generation at £166, you will find an audio listening device designed to fit your budget and with excellence in mind.

The number one advantage of the new, slim-line audio devices is their portability. Light and easy to carry, these tiny technological wonders make accessibility to your chosen audio books a very attractive proposition. Optional carrying cases and clip on straps provide an easy and convenient method of enhancing their portability.

Choosing a portable device that comes equipped with a click wheel is the best option for anyone who wants to listen to audio books on the go. Due to their capability of allowing easy scrolling, navigation is a snap, far surpassing the limited function of a 'shuffling' device. Because linear structure is of prime consideration when listening to your audio book, the ability to choose random selections will prove to be an added bonus to your listening pleasure.

The variety of styles makes opting for a portable device, which suits your particular need, a relatively easy decision.

Although portability and style are of prime consideration, the most important function of a portable audio device is the amount of memory it has. Being able to store a variety of audio books, podcasts, photos and your favorite music is important. Selecting a unit that has between one to four Gigabytes of memory is usually adequate for the average listener.

The one drawback to most portable listening devices is the limitations of battery life. When selecting a device to play your downloadable audio books, try to get one that has the longest battery life and also comes standard with a good recharging method. Chargers are available for home and vehicle, so make sure the PDA you choose offers both methods of recharging.

While the price of technology is becoming more main-stream, there is still quite a variation from one manufacturer to another. Shop around for the best deal. There are hundreds of internet sites dedicated to providing the best and latest technology from a variety of name brands. Select the one best suited to your budget and style requirements.

The bottom line is that there is a portable listening device to download audio books that will meet all the requirements of your life style. Being a discriminating shopper who is equipped with the knowledge necessary to procure a good deal and being able to recognize a good deal when you see it, will go a long way in helping you to acquire a portable listening device that rocks when you download audio books. Not only will it fit perfectly into your pocket, it will also be very kind to your pocketbook.

© Copyright: Helen Wall

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