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Tried updating the software and it did not take. I then was introduced to Slacker radio G2.What I like: Is that you had streaming music just like satellite radio. This was all for free and if you wanted to pay extra you can store songs to and create play lists.What I didn't like: Of course I wanted it all so I bought the premium plus subscription. iPhone/iTouch I am the happiest. And battery life isn't the longest but what do you expect with all you get. I feel the concept of this is good however it's so new and there problems have not been worked out yet and they do not have adequate support.
I just bought the iPhone because I needed a new phone too. Keep this in mind the difference between the iPhone and iTouch is that the phone of course is a phone but you can get internet wherever you can get phone service and phone plans have a fee. Then bought the Samsung Helix which was more small and compact with more features however lost the tuner cartridge which you needed to get satellite radio and it was just too many pieces to have and lose to make it work. What I didn't know was that the G2 was not compatible with Apple computers so if wanted to download my MP3, create playlist, etc. Read on for more detail:I first started with satellite radio xm to be exact. iTouch has all the same options but you need wifi to do any internet functions. However the firmware that you need with from Slacker would not download on either one of those computers. And trying to solve a problem that way can be quite frustrating.
All you had to do was type in an artist you liked for example Madonna and it would add similar artists you might like such as Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilar, Pink, etc. It's virtually a personal computer in the palm of your hand.What I didn't like: I can still use Slacker streaming radio however you can't save or store songs you have to purchase them from iTunes then make a playlist. Also depending on the model you can transfer your own MP3 songs to the unit.What I didn't like: The portable radios where extremely expensive and low tech compared to an iTouch, or Slacker personal radio. And you get all this for a quarterly fee of under $40. And for paying over $150 and having it less then a year I had enough.This then brought me to the store to shop for a new xm or Sirius radio. However you didn't need a separate receiver to make this happen it runs off wifi.
It constantly froze up worked 25% of the time. that was not possible with an Apple computer. I have owned several models through the years starting Pioneer XM2Go original model which was good. And the reception was horrible in the vehicle. And a selection of 100's of radio stations to choose from. Sat on the phone for 1 hour for tech support and was still on hold.
I was at my friend's house and saw her iTouch and for what she paid was close to the Slacker but more function in addition to radio.So I returned my Slacker G2 because it did not do what it said it was to do and exchanged it for an iPhone.What I like: It does everything and anytime anywhere no additional gizmos needed. There are so many to choose from, some of them are free, some of the are not. I paid close to $180 and for that I should get the service I deserve. That's o.k. And what was really great was based on what model of handheld you have you could store your favorite songs and make playlists right from the unit. And what was cool was you can make customized radio stations. So in addition to streaming radio you can get other applications like facebook, podcasts, games, etc. Slacker G2 good concept but too new with inadequate support and bugs not worked out.
it has 15 hours stored of music for you to listen to. What I like: unlike an iPod you can unlimited streaming music.
Then my final purchase was the Delphi SkiFi radio. So if you have a wifi connection your good to go and if you didn't have a connection if you where traveling etc.
I tried contacting the tech support however you can only do it via e-mail or chat which is only available during the weekdays. It was complete junk.
Summary: Xm & Sirius great but personal portable radio models are way too expensive for the technology you get. If you are reading this DO NOT BUY THIS.
I had two other Windows based computers.
It constantly gets frozen, and you have to "reboot" it all the time. I will also store my favorite channels, and then for some unknown reason, the channels are erased along with the frequency channel I had previously set. I love the music on XM, but the Skyfi3 is awful. I have stopped recording and downloading music because I have lost the memory twice.
The SkyFi3 was my gamble and it did not pay off. Within the first hour after activation, I realized that the FM transmitter did not work then it locked up.
Don't waste your time or $$ on this unit. It did work with the hard antenna connection but, this is impractical for home stereo units or with other vehicles.
Exactly as reported by other reviewers. Without a reset button or removable battery, you must wait for the battery to die before you can get it to work again.
After 3 years of enjoying Delphi's MyFi, I had to replace it. The reviews were mixed but, I chose to try this model.
The following morning it locked up again after just a few minutes of use.
It has some great features, like replay and replay record. It weighs less than half of the old MyFi (keeps my shorts fro sagging, while I cut the lawn). And I like the fact that they increased the menu complexity in order to get rid of all the buttons the MyFi had. Even creating playlists, and saving songs, so they don't delete when your record more.
I used to blast my ears regularly, with my MyFi. Does have a nice EQ, with 8 or so presets. I don't notice it in the house or car (over speakers); but with earbuds, I think both the separation and dynamic range are lower. I have to have one that records, since I like to listen while biking and hiking, and the standalone reception isn't very good when moving around. I've only had it for a month, but I really like it. It records three different ways (single song, channel, or scheduled) and has nice features to allow you to find, organize the recorded songs. I don't find it to be cheaply made.
AND (I don't know about you, but I am glad) that it automatically reduces the volume to mid level when you cycle the power. I got this to replace my MyFi which failed recently (won't charge) after a little over two years. The ability to rotate the display is excellent. Only 5 stars because I'm not sure but I don't think the sound is quite as good as the MyFi.
UPS is sceduled to deliver tomorrow. Ordered two, one for the wife, one for myself. After reading these reviews I think I'll return them unopened.
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