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Changes are swift in the new age of digital audio. Stay in the loop each week as James and Veronica discuss the latest digital music (and video) news, hardware, software, and media services, and address reader calls and e-mail.

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MP3 Insider 168: Inspired by the uninspiring

This week, Donald and Jasmine discuss the firmware fix to the Zune HD, which can now count itself a feature short of one-upping the iPod Touch, thanks to a new Gigaware remote that adds HD radio to the omnipresent king of MP3 players. We also get to spend a little one-on-one time with the slick-but-confusing Cowon E2 and the boring-but-shuffletastic Haier America Video MP3 Player. Plus, we direct you to a couple of how-tos you may find worth your while, and we address some listener questions ...

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[ Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:45:00 PST ]

MP3 Insider 167: The munchies take over

This week, Donald and Jasmine talk up the new iAudio players from Cowon and how they're going to have Apple shaking in its boots (not), and also take an inordinate amount of time to espouse upon something that has very little to do with digital music: a possible monthly subscription plan for online video from iTunes. Plus, some very unsubtle earbuds from Stonedcandy--er, Skullcandy--and some listener feedback on iPod usage. loadUniversalPlayer({playerType: 'small',lumiereQueryType: 'id',l...

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[ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:38:00 PST ]

MP3 Insider 166: It's all digital

Donald and Jasmine discuss some iPod numbers as well as a troubling issue with the Zune HD that Microsoft appears to be ignoring, at least for the time being. Also on deck is a new music service from Google that's aiming to make your music hunting experience a little easier, and some first impressions on the DoubleTwist software, which has been making waves among Palm Pre and other music phone users. Plus, we have some listener curiosity and hit on the fact that we're not tech support for Del...

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[ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:41:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 165: Ears for music

Donald and Jasmine discuss potential issues with the Android-based Archos 5...namely, why does the sucker keep crashing on everyone? Also, a look at the freshly posted reviews for the Monster Turbine Pro and JayBird Tiger Eyes earphones, as well as... -...

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[ Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:56:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 164: Opinionation

Jasmine's back, and she and Donald tackle the Android-based Archos 5 Internet Media Tablet that just landed in the office--with plenty of unboxing goodness. Also, a new Cowon player is teased in Asia, and Jasmine rants uncontrollably about the sweet... -...

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[ Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:09:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 163: Numbers don't lie (or matter)

With Jasmine out on vacation, Donald brings CNET Labs' Eric Franklin into the studio for an epic nerd session on audio quality measurements, including recent test data from the Zune HD and iPod Touch. We've got charts,... -...

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[ Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:46:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 162: The Burnout

Jasmine and Donald are terribly tired of the Zune HD and iPod Touch, but there's nothing else to talk about (besides the wonders of fried food), so consider yourself warned. On the plus side, a cranky Jasmine is an entertaining one as she expounds... -...

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[ Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:25:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 161: Zune-a-thon

On this, the day of the Zune HD, Donald and Jasmine naturally talk about the now-available player and its updated Zune Software and Marketplace. But the day would not be complete without some love for the next-generation Archos 5, a super sweet... -...

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[ Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:32:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 160: Appleocalypse--2009 edition

Apple's dropping bombs all over CNET in the form of brand-new iPods and a freshly updated iTunes. You know what that means: harried editors scrambling to get you all the freshest details. This week's podcast has all you want to know about iTunes 9... -...

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[ Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:12:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 159: The simply superb Sansa Clip+

Once again, Donald and Jasmine promise a "short one" and fail to deliver. How is it that just us talking about two devices manage to stretch on for the standard 30 minutes? We'll tell you: one of them inspires a lovefest that's saccharine enough to... -...

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[ Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:52:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 158: What about the rest?

This week, Donald and Jasmine can't resist taunting the naysayers with yet more Zune and iPod talk, but we think you'll be interested to know that the Zune HD popped up with an app submenu during weekend demos at Best Buys across the country. And... -...

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[ Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:49:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 157: Zune HD withdrawals

After a marathon Zune lovefest last week, Donald and Jasmine come down with...yet more talk about the Zune! Don't worry: it's just a brief update regarding the Zune HD presale, release date, capacity, and pricing. Oh, and of course we have to... -...

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[ Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:17:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 156: Zune HD under fire: the Brian Seitz interview

It's a very special MP3 Insider this week as Donald and Jasmine drag Zune marketing guru Brian Seitz kicking and screaming into the podcast studio for a good old-fashioned live grilling. Actually, Brian came willingly and proceeded to graciously... -...

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[ Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:28:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 155: Creative confusion

The Creative Zii Egg is officially announced, and Jasmine is very confused about the whole thing. Donald's muted attempts to offer clarity are unsuccessful. Also, the MP3 Insiders have caught wind of the potential new S-Series Walkman and are... -...

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[ Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:49:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 154: That's classic

Will Apple drop the iPod Classic from production when the company introduces its next generation of MP3 players in the fall? That is the chief concern of the MP3 Insiders on this week's podcast. Also, Donald and Jasmine ramble on about the best... -...

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[ Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:34:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 153: Appsolutely Fabulous

Donald and Jasmine talk about the top free music apps and best guitar tools for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Also, Donald rants on the transition from portable media players to netbooks, and Jasmine concedes to the fact that her cat wears the pants in... -...

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[ Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:58:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 152: X, Zii, and why?

Jasmine and Donald bring the Sony X-Series Walkman into the studio for some hands-on analysis. Creative shows signs of life with an FCC filing for a new touch screen portable media player. Apple laughs all the way to the... -...

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[ Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:34:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 151: Bluetooth madness

Donald and Jasmine bow to listener pressures and dedicate (almost) an entire episode to Bluetooth. On deck: a description of A2DP Bluetooth technology in detail, some fascinating info about the iPod Touch/iPhone's partially crippled BT... -...

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[ Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:39:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 150: Software squabbles, fitness fanaticism, and headphone hotness

Donald and Jasmine discuss whether it's worth it for first-gen iPod owners to update to the latest software. Also, Sony takes the time to address concerns about its supposedly fitness-friendly W-Series Walkman not being so friendly for those who... -...

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[ Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:17:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 149: We still love you

Donald and Jasmine discuss the new additions to the iPhone and how these will affect iPod Touch owners as well. Also on deck: budget shopping tips for MP3 players and headphones are outlined, and Donald gives an overview of two step-by-step... -...

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[ Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:38:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 148: Zune HD's moment in the sun

Correction: The Microsoft Zune HD will not be available outside of the United States. The Zune Video Marketplace for Xbox, however, will be available for select countries beyond the U.S., including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland,... -...

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[ Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:30:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 147: When worlds collide

In this episode of the MP3 Insider, Donald and Jasmine weigh the benefits and drawbacks of the rumored iPod camera. Plus, Jasmine has a pair of Editors' Choice earphones, Donald rates the Samsung U5 $40 MP3 player, Pandora goes premium, and... -...

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[ Tue, 26 May 2009 16:03:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 146: Slacker hearts the X-Series Walkman

And so does Jasmine. Tune in to hear Jasmine (and Donald, to a lesser extent) gush about the upcoming Sony X-Series Walkman, a sweet-looking touch-screen MP3 player that has us hooked with its integrated Slacker capability, tactile playback buttons,... -...

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[ Tue, 19 May 2009 16:55:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 145: Fuzzy math

Jasmine and Donald set the stage for a battle between the iPod Touch and the Samsung P3. Then, DJs rejoice, Jasmine goes metal, Memorex makes a comeback, rentals hit the road, and Zune makes some suspicious calculations. Listen now:... -...

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[ Tue, 12 May 2009 17:46:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 144: Subscription music overdose

This week, Jasmine and Donald discuss a variety of music tech that's perfect for helping you motivate into summer swimsuit shape--there are even music gadgets for people who prefer cycling and swimming to jogging and gyming. Also, Donald's got some... -...

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[ Tue, 05 May 2009 17:11:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 143: Vinyl junkies and cheapskates

On this week's episode, Donald and Jasmine discuss at length whether brick-and-mortar record shops are worth saving...or at least, Donald does, while Jasmine wonders whether he will ever get sick of talking about it. Also, Jasmine expounds upon the... -...

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[ Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:45:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 142: Zapping out

Jasmine and Donald wrap their heads around a Sony MP3 player that, well...wraps around your head. Plus, Donald goes all "meh" on the Iriver P7, and Jasmine reveals the Ladybug iPod speaker for the cigarette-stashing decapitated sad robot head it... -...

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[ Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:09:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 141: What's a Zune HD?

Jasmine and Donald try their best to analyze the leaked image of what may be Microsoft's new Zune MP3 player (aka the Zune HD). Then a rant on tiered music pricing gets Jasmine and Donald on a tangent about why they despise paying for cable, but... -...

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[ Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:45:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 140: An auctioneer's episode

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[ Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:51:00 PDT ]

MP3 Insider 139: Pigs vs. Butterflies

It's a clash of the titans over on MP3 Insider his week as we pit Amazon MP3 against iTunes, and the iPig against the Vesatlife Butterfly. Plus, a rant against iPod charging adapters, news on Bluetooth coming to the iPod Touch, and a $40 pair of... -...

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[ Tue, 24 Mar 2009 12:48:00 PDT ]

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