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Product:
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Samsung Yepp YP-35H MP3 Player |
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Price:
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$173 (CAN) / $129 (U.S)
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Supplied By:
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Samsung Canada
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Author:
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Mantis
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Date:
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June 23rd, 2003
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Rating:
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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Sugmin from Samsung Canada
for sending the Yepp YP-35H MP3 Player for review.
Introduction:
With the current state of both technology and the music industry, several products have been derived from necessity of
each other. Often, a combination of both has proven to bring a fresh new concept to the consumer market. The portable
music market is one area, which in its current state and success is relative to this scenario - technology and demand
often dictate the new standards to be adapted. Smaller, more efficient media players are gaining popularity and bring a
wealth of benefits when compared to existing portable media players and technology. Today in MTB Labs, we will be evaluating
the Samsung Yepp YP-35H MP3 player; a small form factor portable media device designed around Flash Media technology.
Specifications:
The Samsung Yepp YP-35H has a capacity of 128MB of internal Flash memory designed for the storage and playback of MP3
and WMA files. The Yepp YP-35H is the third highest of the seven recent MP3 players being offered from the Samsung
Yepp lineup and is capable of MP3 playback and voice recording. Here are some specifications as taken directly from
the Samsung Canada website:
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Samsung Yepp YP-35H MP3 - Key Specifications:
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| Samsung Yepp YP-35H MP3: Manufactured by Samsung Canada |
| Dimenions: 66.5mm x 45mm x 16.5mm |
| Weight: 1.04 ounces |
| 128MB of Internal Flash Memory |
| 64 Minutes of Playback at 128Kbps |
| 90 Minutes of MP3 Playback at 96Kbps |
| 256 Minutes of ADPCM Voice |
| Recording Playback at 32 Kbps |
| Frequency Range: 20Hz-20kHz |
| Signal/Noise Ratio: 88dB with 20kHz LPF (!kHz 0dB) |
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Samsung Yepp YP-35H MP3 - Features:
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| Multi-format Support (MP3, WMA) with upgradeable firmware |
| 128 Built-in Flash Memory |
| Backlight LCD Display |
| ID3 Tag Display (title, file name) |
| Multi-language Support |
| Voice Operated Recording |
| USB 1.1 Support |
| SRS WOW Technology |
| Over 15 Hrs. Playback (1 AAA) |
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Samsung Yepp YP-35H MP3 - PC System Requirements:
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| Pentium 133MHz or greater |
| Windows 98 SE/ME/2000/XP |
| 20MB of Available Hard Disk Space |
| CD-ROM Drive |
| USB Port |
| VGA Graphic Card |
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The Yepp YP-35H ships in a retail Samsung round plastic blister package. The front of the package slopes down
to reveal the Samsung Yepp YP-35H unit itself showcased in the center. Contents list, Product Specifications,
System Requirements along with product features are located at the rear of the package.
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Several accessories are included with the Samsung Yepp YP-35H that are neatly packaged into their own bags.
The Samsung Yepp YP-35H comes complete with an Installation CD and User manual, earphones, USB cable, AAA battery,
neck strap and a belt clip. All the included items ensure a trouble free install and ensure the Samsung Yepp
YP-35H is ready to use out of the package.
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One common design characteristic amongst solid-state based MP3 players is the sheer size difference compared to
other portable media solutions. The Samsung Yepp YP-35H measures 66.5mm x 45mm x 16.5mm and weighs 1.04 ounces
without a battery, the small lightweight design ensures the Samsung Yepp YP-35H can be easily put to use into any
scenario that requires portable media on the go. Out of the packaging, my first impressions of the Samsung Yepp
YP-35H were very positive, the plastic and aluminum silver design coupled with the reflective front portion and
small size provides a very appealing unit. One minor issue that I noted upon initial out of the package inspection
were some noticeable scratches along the front portion of the unit due to lack of any protective film. The Samsung
Yepp YP-35H has a capacity of 128MB of internal flash memory and is capable of playing both MP3 and WMA formats as
well as features a built-in microphone for recording voice directly to the internal flash memory. Other features
include a blue backlit LCD, ID3 Tage support, SRS WOW surround and 15 hours of playback time on a single AAA battery.
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