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The Sony NWZ-A820 series is part of Sony's new Walkman flash-based mp3 player series and features a 16GB version (NWZ-A829) and a 8GB version (NWZ-A828). The players are aimed at the video playback market and aim to compete directly with Apple. The main value-add to these players is their above-average sound quality with out-of-the-box headphones. The earbuds are made from adjustable silicone and can sit comfortably in your ear with sizes ranging from small to large.
MSRP $319.99
Release date April, 2008
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Features
- Video formats: MPEG 4, M4V
- Audio formats: MP3, WMA, AAC-LC, Linear PCM
- 2.4" LCD, 320x240 resolution
- Flash memory
- Dimensions: 2.125" x 3.75" x 0.375" (51 x 93.9 x 9.3mm)
- Weight: 2.1 oz
- Battery life: up to 36 hours (audio), up to 10 hours (video)
- Requires Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista
Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
Although the NWZ-A829 features Bluetooth connectivity for wireless headphones, the headphones themselves are not included. The headphones will cost extra, although the synching up with the player itself is seamless once you have a set. However, it's important to note that the audio quality will suffer when going wireless.
Walkman Series
NWZ-A820 - Bluetooth Series
- NWZ-A829 - 16GB, $319
- NWZ-A828 - 8GB, $266
NWZ-A720 - No bluetooth
- NWZ-A729 - 16GB, $299
- NWZ-A728 - 8GB, $199
- NWZ-A726 - 4GB, $149
NWZ-S710f - Noise cancelling series
- NWZ-S718 - 8GB, $199
- NWZ-S716 - 4GB, $149
NWZ-S610f - Compact series
- NWZ-S616 - 4GB, $129
- NWZ-S615 - 2GB, $99
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MSRP $299.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- Includes premium, in-ear earphones
- Long battery life
- Excellent audio quality
- Intuitive on-screen menu
Cons
- Limited video format support
Sony NWZ-A820
0%
vs.
Sony NWZ-A720
100%
MSRP $199.00
Released September, 2007
Pros
- Large and clear screen
- Thin and light
- Great audio quality
Cons
- Plastic screen scratches very easily
- Only Plays video encoded at 320x240 resolution.
- SD slot doesn't integrate well with player
Sony NWZ-A820
17%
vs.
Creative Zen
83%
MSRP $149.00
Released October, 2007
Pros
- Great GB/$ ratio
- MicroSD/SDHC expansion slot
- Large screen size without being bulky
Cons
- No DivX support
- No way to cycle quickly through long song lists.
- Unable to create/edit playlists away from PC
Sony NWZ-A820
33%
vs.
SanDisk Sansa View
67%
MSRP $499.00
Released September, 2007
Pros
- WiFi access with Web browsing using Safari
- Amazing multi-Touch interface
- Accelerometer detects horizontal or vertical position and adjusts display accordingly
Cons
- Limited codec support
- No USB mass storage mode (disk mode) so it can't be used to move data around.
- Small capacities - 8GB or 16GB
Sony NWZ-A820
40%
vs.
Apple iPod Touch 1st Gen
60%
MSRP $199.00
Released November, 2007
Newly introduced with the 2007 lineup of Zunes are the Zune 8 and Zune 4, flash based players that house all the same features as the Zune 80 in a smaller size. The smaller players support all the same media formats, and contain the same WiFi sharing capabilities and syncing. The screen itself has...
Sony NWZ-A820
40%
vs.
Microsoft Zune 8
60%
Reviews
August 8, 2008
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Pros
- Long battery life
- Earbuds are excellent quality
- Bluetooth connectivity
Cons
- No web browser
- Small screen
- Not a touch screen
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July 17, 2008
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Pros
- Long battery life
- Earbuds are excellent quality
Cons
- No web browser
- Small screen
- Not a touch screen
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April 1, 2008
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Pros
- Long battery life
- Earbuds are excellent quality
Cons
- No web browser
- Small screen
- Overpriced
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July 24, 2009
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Cons
- No web browser
- Small screen
- Not a touch screen
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July 22, 2008
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Pros
- Earbuds are excellent quality
- Bluetooth connectivity
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April 1, 2008
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- No web browser
- Not a touch screen
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August 30, 2009
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NWZ, A, 820, NWZA, A820, NWZA820
