Hey,
Slacker Portable users -- yeah, all eight of you: listen up. Slacker has just teamed up with Devicescape Software in order to give you easier access to more WiFi when on the go. Essentially, the Devicescape Connect application is a WiFi hotspot manager which allows users to register usernames / passwords online and then have the software automatically connect whenever in range. For existing users all giddy about having more opportunities to refresh your Personal Radio stations, you can simply perform a station refresh to nab the new goods -- as for prospective buyers, look for all Portables shipping now to have Devicescape pre-installed.
posted Apr 2nd 2008 3:38PM
Hmm, this might be the one thing that makes me get one, since before I don't think I would have had a way to log on to my University's WiFi networks without a web browser, but after using Devicescape Connect with my iPod touch, I know it works. But do I really need an iPod, XM, AND this?
This could replace XM - no annoying DJs and no monthly fees. Wish it had expandable memory for your own files such as microSD. Then it could replace the ipod too.
I dropped XM as soon as I saw this. Now I've just about saved enough money to buy the 40 station version of the player. The Devicescape capability seals the deal.
Yeah, I'd drop XM except I'm not paying for it, my mom is, and I already have the car adapter and the boom box to go with it. The Premium service is the same cost as the XM now (i'm on a multi-unit plan), so maybe she would pay for this instead, but who knows.
You are at university and paying (directly or through your mother) for media content. You are mad (and your mother should be angry).
Huh? I'm not mad, I'm happy with what I have. The XM is for the car and my iPod is for between classes and whatnot. I'd use the boombox in the dorm but my window is on the wrong side and the antenna won't pick up a signal. What's the problem?
the problem is getting yourself locked into a provider's revenue stream. cut loose and swap tunes with your peers! Remember FM radio, the FREE music system?
I'd like to see the FM station that plays the music I'm into, that doesn't lose a signal on the drive home, can help me find interesting new genres to listen to and is customizable to my changing tastes.
LOL!! FM. They can keep the "free". I would rather pay and listen to music without some over caffeinated DJ stepping over the intro and 20 minutes of commercials with 10 minute song breaks.
LOL
Is that a Slacker in your pants or are you just happy to see me?
What is this device pictured here? A dock for the slacker portable? I don't see anything like this on their website or any other site.. Someone please explain. I want this in my car.
[url=]http://www.slacker.com/products/portables/ [/url]
Not sure where you are looking but you can see almost the exact picture and pricing here.
They changed the picture shortly after I posted. Whats up with that??
After I saw this I went for the 40 Station. SO far I am really impressed. I just hope Slacker does not go out of business or something. Looking forward to eventual video playback ability. Finally a music player that I NEVER have to plug into my computer. Just charge it every night.
do you actually use all 40 stations?
I only seem to listen to "todays hits"...
just curious.
I think Slacker is a GREAT idea. I just wish they would add NPR content - can you imagine just downloading the most current "Car Talks" and "Wait, Wait"? Public radio nirvana! Making me quake in my Birkensocks!
I would buy the 8gb just for that function. Have showed seven people the Slacker.com site and I'm raring to program my own stations. VERY cool idea - the hot product for this holiday season!
Just the information on Barry White was cool!
...Great. The iPod interface has now been copied so much they've moved on to the Zune.
what?
you cant be serious...
What do you mean I can't be serious? There are at least four elements there I can name that came straight from the Zune interface.
Go Sherwood.
go sherwood indeed
Slacker is great .. I actually own one. There are kinks to work out , but the content is incredible. The tech help is also on the money.People should try things out before making stupid comments.
I love slacker, and listen at home and at work. I made my own station and have 300 artists.
I have been hesitant to buy a player though, what if they go out of business?