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(More customer reviews)For an almost-8-year-old who's starting to pay attention to what's "cool," this cutely geeky mp3 player was easily one of the favorite gifts under the tree this year. For the price, Mom and Dad were thrilled!
The software installed easily and we were able to load a ton of songs on the player before Christmas morning. Loading new songs is also possible without the software, so we can easily move the player between the multiple computers at our house as well as computers at the grandparents', friends, etc.
The sound quality is just fine - better than I expected. One of the features I really liked is that the volume doesn't go *too* high; it's plenty loud enough to hear the music (and to drown out boring adult conversation!) but, unlike many players, isn't loud enough to make me worry about the health of her eardrums.
The battery charge seems to last forever. We have yet to drain the battery, even after hours of continuous play. The charger is straightforward enough that a 7 year old can place and remove the player as needed, and the red LED light on the face makes it easy for all of us to see if it's charging properly.
So far our player has survived a few tumbles to the floor without a scratch. Beware that it may cause spontaneous, random dancing to various High School Musical tracks, and thus a fall or two, but the player will most likely be fine. Skinned knees and injured pride were the only problems we had.
The website is....so-so. Ours isn't much of a fan, but it's cute and thousands of other little girls seem to love it. It may hold more interest for a girl a year or two older.
This mp3 player is a good buy and I've found no negatives at all. Until they're ready for one of the more expensive, feature-laden players, this may just be the perfect gift for any little girl!
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At barbiegirls.com girls can create their own, personalized online space--everything from designing a "room" to creating a character--where they can then play games, chat with gal pals, watch videos, and even shop with earned virtual money. Word filters, moderation tools, and other safety features ensure that the virtual world stays friendly and fun to all visitors, but the added security and benefits of this Barbie Girl device are ingenious.
The Barbie Girl device is basically an MP3 player with attitude. First, it offers a range of customizable fashions and accessories, delivering the next generation of fashion doll play. Second, it is a music device with 1GB of on-board memory. Third, the Barbie Girl device acts as a "key" for girls who have a room on barbiegirls.com. Girls who have this device and who have physically connected them into one another’s computer docking stations can become "best friends" and chat in "secret." It’s a more personal touch to the site experience and an extra layer of safety for parents. The device also allows its user to unlock additional pets, games, hangouts, fashions, and more online.
This Barbie Girl Device is mostly pink, comes with two hairstyles, two faces, two tops, two skirts (one over pants), and a pair of shoes that can be interchanged to match the owner’s current mood and style. The tech gadget also includes adjustable earbuds, a belt clip, and a durable storage case so it’s easy to take everywhere. Additional packs of fashions, pets, and accessories are sold separately and offer the ability for girls to make their Barbie Girl as unique as themselves.
Tech Specs
1GB on-board memory
Expandable miniSD slot that holds a memory card up to 2 GB (sold separately)
The device can play any non-DRM-encrypted MP3 or WMA files
Comes with Windows Media Player 11
Built-in rechargeable lithium polymer battery that charges via a USB port
Recommended system requirements
Broadband Internet connection
Windows XP or Windows Vista
DirectX 9.0 or above
Pentium III 800 MHz or above processor (or equivalent)
512 MB RAM
200 MB free hard drive space
Internet Explorer 6.0 or later with SP1 and Macromedia Flash Plug In
CD-ROM drive
USB 2.0 Port
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