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Sony Walkman NWZ-A866

Sony Walkman NWZ-A866

7 reviews

Nov, 2024

Positive
usability (4)
sound (3)
design (2)
portability (2)
headphones (1)

Negative
price (1)
size (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 7 reviews of Sony Walkman NWZ-A866. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the durability and design are overall positive. The portability and sound are also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed opinions about the battery. The price and size get critical comments.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Sony Walkman NWZ-A866 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Rosemary Hattersley (techadvisor.co.uk)

Sony Walkman NWZ-A866 review

A name to be reckoned with when it comes to music, the latest model in the Sony Walkman range is all about the sound quality. It has its own digital amplifier, dedicated bass and stereo mix controllers and a SensMe function that adjusts the output...

If you’re in the market for a diminutive MP3 player, the Sony Walkman NWZ-A866 is a solid choice. Bluetooth, FM radio and the excellent screen for video viewing make it an unobtrusive but nattily-featured portable entertainer.

Jan, 2012

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Expert review by : Caleb Cox (reghardware.co.uk)

Sony Walkman NWZ-A866

Review Rumours that Apple would kill the iPod [1] may have been far from the mark, but it doesn't stop rival companies wrestling for their own portion of the portable music player pie, despite smartphones eroding this market. Indeed, Sony still knocks...

If you're keen on video, then you might be better off paying an extra £20 and settling for an iPod Touch [7]. But as many will argue, Apple's media players could sound better. Indeed, the Sony NWZ-A866 delivers a quality output, along with a...

Nov, 2011

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Walkman NWZ-A866

Does everything I expected it to. Some people have grumbled about the noise level restriction on this device, but with failing hearing I have no trouble and have not yet had it on full volume. Battery life is excellent and the sound quality superb....

None whatsoever

Aug, 2012

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony Walkman NWZ-A866

What isn't good about it would be quicker...... I carry all my music with me, download from computer click and drag, finding music simple

As with ALL MP3 players I only wish there was a one stop delete. I don't have the time to sift through my music for the right beat to match my jogging spead before downloading the tracks but I do listen to every one of the 7000 & more tracks when...

Jul, 2012

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