WTB D2, Some Questions First.

usapatriot · 07-27-2007, 13:30

So basically after searching around for a flash based expandable DAP I have been led to the Cowon D2, it seems very promising and I will most likely buy it soon. But before I do so I have some questions I would like to ask.

1. Any news on an 8gb D2 and what price?

2. Does it fit inside a pant pocket easily?

3. Is it heavier or lighter than a 30gb iPod.

4. Is the FM radio reception good?

If I can just about get straight answers to these questions I may just buy a D2 tomorrow (Unless 8gb soon).

Thanks in advance

sanguine · 07-27-2007, 13:40

2. Does it fit inside a pant pocket easily?
yes, I have no problems with that.

3. Is it heavier or lighter than a 30gb iPod.
with a little internet research:
ipod 30 gig = 167g
D2 = 91g

addz · 07-27-2007, 13:46

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1. Any news on an 8gb D2 and what price?

No news, i personally dont think a 8gb will come out, as many people already have the 4gb model with a 4gb sd card and new users will prob buy the same configeration anyway. If they do it will be a 16gigga.

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2. Does it fit inside a pant pocket easily?

Easily

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3. Is it heavier or lighter than a 30gb iPod.

What sanguine sed.

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4. Is the FM radio reception good?

FM reception is as good as where you are. Although Cowon devices aint well known for their good quality FM radios.

usapatriot · 07-27-2007, 15:24

Well that settles it them for the most part, I'm going to place my order on August 1st or 2nd.

thebigcheese · 07-27-2007, 15:35

http://iaudiophile.net/forums/showthread.php?t=16021

wader · 07-27-2007, 15:42

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Originally Posted by usapatriot

Well that settles it them for the most part, I'm going to place my order on August 1st or 2nd.

And, I'm guessing you'll be interested in Patriot brand SDHC card(s), yes?

- wader

silint · 07-27-2007, 17:51

ya, what about that polish 8gb preorder site...personally, im fine with me 4gb D2 and my 8gb SDHC card...but if you really really REALLY need that extra 4 gb, id suggest waiting as it looks like it might happen....

for a price.

and if video isnt that important, have a look at the iaudio7 as they should be releasing a 16gb version later this year.

usapatriot · 07-27-2007, 18:19

I'm fine with 8gb total by adding an SD card.

This is what I am buying:

Black 4gb Cowon D2
Sandisk 4gb SDHC
Screen Protector
Case

usapatriot · 07-27-2007, 18:42

Final question, does the D2 come with a screen protector and is it sufficient?

silint · 07-27-2007, 19:35

it comes with one, but i didnt like it much at all. i bought one of the antiglare, boxwave screen protectors and i am quite happy with it. it really does a lot to stop finger prints which is really awesome and the antiglare isnt that amazing, but its better than the one that the D2 comes with. i would recommend them. you can get 3 for the price of 2 right now(or at least, a few days ago you could...im sure that deal still stands).

wader · 07-27-2007, 21:18

In addition to silint's helpful review and recommendation for BoxWave anti-glare protectors, you might consider these related threads from the accessories sub-forum:

Screen Protection
Great News: BOXWAVE Screen Protectors Now Available For D2

- wader

usapatriot · 07-28-2007, 09:22

Alright, thank you guys.

TedJ · 07-29-2007, 19:46

Hey Patriot, I knew I'd see you here eventually...

ProDigit · 07-31-2007, 11:10

1- My Estimation on the price:

D2 2GB arround $150, and 4GB arround $180.
I think 8Gb will be around $240.

2-3- Everything everyone else said, appart from the FM:

4- The FM radio doesn't use the EQ yet (so just plain line signal); but maybe a future Firmware ugrade will change that..(maybe)...
And, in areas with less reception, the D2's stereo will not function that well; it'll be better to put it on mono signal then.
The radio has 24 presets, and is a good radio (better then my Sony Ericsson V600i cellphone's radio reception).

usapatriot · 07-31-2007, 17:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by TedJ

Hey Patriot, I knew I'd see you here eventually...

tencharac

07-27-2007, 13:30	#1
usapatriot Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 59	WTB D2, Some Questions First. So basically after searching around for a flash based expandable DAP I have been led to the Cowon D2, it seems very promising and I will most likely buy it soon. But before I do so I have some questions I would like to ask. 1. Any news on an 8gb D2 and what price? 2. Does it fit inside a pant pocket easily? 3. Is it heavier or lighter than a 30gb iPod. 4. Is the FM radio reception good? If I can just about get straight answers to these questions I may just buy a D2 tomorrow (Unless 8gb soon). Thanks in advance

07-27-2007, 13:40	#2
sanguine Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Austria Posts: 174	2. Does it fit inside a pant pocket easily? yes, I have no problems with that. 3. Is it heavier or lighter than a 30gb iPod. with a little internet research: ipod 30 gig = 167g D2 = 91g __________________ Players: Cowon D2 2GB Black / Sansa Clip 8GB Black / Trekstor MusicStick 150 256MB Headphones: Sennheiser HD 595 / Phonak Audéo PFE / Koss PortaPro / AKG K314P Cards: Memory2Go Class4 32GB / extreMEmory Class2 8GB Wishlist: Cowon x7

07-27-2007, 18:19	#8
usapatriot Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 59	I'm fine with 8gb total by adding an SD card. This is what I am buying: Black 4gb Cowon D2 Sandisk 4gb SDHC Screen Protector Case Last edited by usapatriot; 07-27-2007 at 18:25..

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07-27-2007, 15:24	#4
usapatriot Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 59	Well that settles it them for the most part, I'm going to place my order on August 1st or 2nd.

07-27-2007, 15:35	#5
thebigcheese Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 79	http://iaudiophile.net/forums/showthread.php?t=16021

07-27-2007, 17:51	#7
silint Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 126	ya, what about that polish 8gb preorder site...personally, im fine with me 4gb D2 and my 8gb SDHC card...but if you really really REALLY need that extra 4 gb, id suggest waiting as it looks like it might happen.... for a price. and if video isnt that important, have a look at the iaudio7 as they should be releasing a 16gb version later this year.

07-27-2007, 18:42	#9
usapatriot Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 59	Final question, does the D2 come with a screen protector and is it sufficient?

07-27-2007, 19:35	#10
silint Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 126	it comes with one, but i didnt like it much at all. i bought one of the antiglare, boxwave screen protectors and i am quite happy with it. it really does a lot to stop finger prints which is really awesome and the antiglare isnt that amazing, but its better than the one that the D2 comes with. i would recommend them. you can get 3 for the price of 2 right now(or at least, a few days ago you could...im sure that deal still stands).

07-27-2007, 21:18	#11
wader Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: NY Posts: 785	In addition to silint's helpful review and recommendation for BoxWave anti-glare protectors, you might consider these related threads from the accessories sub-forum: Screen Protection Great News: BOXWAVE Screen Protectors Now Available For D2 - wader

07-28-2007, 09:22	#12
usapatriot Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 59	Alright, thank you guys.

07-31-2007, 11:10	#14
ProDigit Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 196	1- My Estimation on the price: D2 2GB arround $150, and 4GB arround $180. I think 8Gb will be around $240. 2-3- Everything everyone else said, appart from the FM: 4- The FM radio doesn't use the EQ yet (so just plain line signal); but maybe a future Firmware ugrade will change that..(maybe)... And, in areas with less reception, the D2's stereo will not function that well; it'll be better to put it on mono signal then. The radio has 24 presets, and is a good radio (better then my Sony Ericsson V600i cellphone's radio reception).