5-in-1 multi-function MP3 player could use a plug from Billy Mays

In theory, we can't really harsh on a diminutive little gizmo that can play back MP3s, record voice notes, capture live video, snap a few stills and double as a card reader in a pinch, but there's just something about this thing that screams infomercial. As for specs, it's got 2GB of built-in memory, a microSD expansion slot, USB 2.0 connectivity, a rechargeable Li-ion and a 3.5-millimeter headphone jack. Unfortunately, the thing's selling for an almost astronomical $60 before shipping, which definitely pushes it into "won't ever sell without Billy Mays' endorsement" territory. Seriously, check the vid after the jump if you think you're immune to coercion.

[kaimonkey Posted Jan 18th 2009 2:59PM]

wow this would be AWESOME when i go snowboarding

[Aguiluz Posted Jan 18th 2009 4:03PM]

I went skiing holding a camera.

[flashpoint Posted Jan 18th 2009 4:20PM]

send this to FAILBLOG

[kaimonkey Posted Jan 18th 2009 4:59PM]

@aquluiz
thats why you buy th....i mean
THATS WHY YOU BUY MY 5in1 MULTI FUNCTION MP3 PLAYER

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:02PM]

I don't see how $60 is unreasonable. A 2GB iPod shuffle goes for $70.
Think of it this way: you're trading iTunes for a mic, low-res camera, microSD, and $10. Seeing as I'm not a big fan of iTunes, that sounds pretty good to me.

[crazypeng1 Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:16PM]

same thoughts, although i'd like to know what the res on the camera is

[gfar Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:17PM]

This kind of thing is usually found on dealextreme.com for 25 bucks -- that's why.

[Blackstar Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:57PM]

I'd rather use it AS a plug for Billy May's mouth. Maybe then he'd shut the hell up.

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 19th 2009 1:56AM]

@TJ

I wonder if it still sounds that good when you throw it into the wall.

[WiiFTW Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:06PM]

HI BILLY MAYS HERE

[Why should I have all the fun Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:54PM]

I wonder if he always talks that loud.

HI HONEY, I'M HOME! WHATS FOR DINNER? MEATLOAF? THAT SUCKS!

[Branhower Posted Jan 18th 2009 4:54PM]

This thing plays audio files ranging from WAVs to MP4s!

It will do that, and a whole lot more!

[7r1ck13 Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:14PM]

Stewie..

From what Ive heard, he does..
I cant imagine what the bedroom would be like...

[FasterThanC Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:41PM]

"YES! YES!! WAIT...THERE'S MORE??"

[MrHashbrown Posted Jan 19th 2009 3:36AM]

HEY THERE SON, WANNA PLAY SOME BASEBALL?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

*kid runs away crying*

[Electromodo Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:06PM]

Too cheap to be true. There must be something wrong with it, like a mediocre video quality for example?

Also, it looks dirty on the big size photos (check the Read link).

[rumandgold Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:07PM]

Wow, it's like a shitty cell phone. Without the cell phone.

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:10PM]

shitty?

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:37PM]

maybe he's referring to an iphone



i kid i kid

[telepheedian Posted Jan 18th 2009 4:52PM]

Except an iPhone can't record video.

[Rob Conway Posted Jan 18th 2009 6:29PM]

@telephedian
Just because Apple doesn't let you, doesn't mean you can't with Cycorder!

[tavisjohn Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:13PM]

Not bad... But the lack of SDHC makes it easy to turn down.

Seriously, SDHC cards are rather cheap now, so I do not really see any excuse to NOT support them.

[kaimonkey Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:34PM]

size is a reason
power consumption is another

[Roberini Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:16PM]

BILLY MAYS HERE WITH AN AMAZING NEW PRODUCT. THE CLIP ON MP3 PLAYER THAT DOES EVERYTHING, AND MORE, THAN YOU EVER WANTED FROM A MEDIA PLAYER. DON'T GET FOOLED BY THE IPOD. THIS PLAYER GIVES YOU BIONIC POWERS YOU'VE NEVER KNEW YOU KNEW. ORDER NOW. BUT WAIT, IF YOU ORDER NOW, YOU ALSO GET THESE PAIR OF WHITE HEADPHONES, JUST PAY S&H. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:17PM]

Billy Mays'd sell this, no problem. He'd mark it down to $29.99 plus $29.99 shipping and handling. Allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:18PM]

Billy Mays'd sell it. He'd even give it away for free -- just pay $59.99 postage and handling.

[Garst Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:19PM]

Did he say "pee in a closet?"

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:36PM]

I think he did.

[zman Posted Jan 18th 2009 6:10PM]

yes, he did

[TK Posted Jan 19th 2009 4:33AM]

"And with every order, we'll include 20 ounces of liquid. Look at this."

[kenstick Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:31PM]

please, not that doggone Billy guy. He is causing my TV remote to wear out before it's time. Every time he starts yelling, I switch channels. Finger sore too.

If I DO NOT buy a product it's probably 'cause that doggone billy told me to buy it.

[7r1ck13 Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:17PM]

How bout Vince..

Good ole Sham-WOW

[plexusXXX Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:19PM]

I guess he's done invading your TV set.
Apparently he died last year (2008)

[Quiksilv3r Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:33PM]

I think vince from SlapChop could do a better job, with his hunched back and creepy eye.

[PhoenixFox Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:37PM]

Doncha mean the Scout from TF2?

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:40PM]

ShamWOW!

[JoeJoeJoeJoeJoe Posted Jan 19th 2009 1:09AM]

You'll love my nuts!

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:43PM]

That Vince Offer guy might be able to sell it too. I've almost bought a shamwow several times now, but I'm always broke XD

And besides, I'd buy anything from a guy with the guts to say "Ya gonna love my nuts" in a TV commercial. (see SlapChop)

[7r1ck13 Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:19PM]

Would you buy this...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQ79pCJBcJ8

[VS Dude Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:48PM]

I'd like to go on record as saying I mute Billy Mays whenever one of his loud, obnoxious commercials intrudes upon my living room. He's like a screaming sasquatch - or maybe a howling wolf-man. Can you imagine being a member of his family - at the dinner table? HONEY, CAN YOU PASS THE CORN!!? It'd be like that "Loud Family" skit from Saturday Night Live!

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:55PM]

I liked it better the first time when it was called, Memorex Mojo.

[Gad Get Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:54PM]

Who makes this thing? It doesn't seem to say anywhere. Can you say no-name?

[NickD Posted Jan 18th 2009 3:56PM]

lol "pee in a closet"

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 4:06PM]

Only 90 minutes per charge? did I read the specs correctly...if so that bites

[Shawn Roberts Posted Jan 18th 2009 4:35PM]

Mighty Putty?

[bob e Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:16PM]

I think Vince from ShamWow would do a better job than Billy Mays.
Plus he looks the the Mac guy.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwRISkyV_B8

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 5:47PM]

Dear bloggershaven,

Please stop posting vague comments followed by a link to your website. Invest in advertising and maybe people will visit your site. Is Belkin paying you $0.65 per posting?

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 6:07PM]

Guys.... I just peed my closet.

At least I'm confident!

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 6:08PM]

Guys.... I just peed my closet.

At least I'm confident!

[(Unverified) Posted Jan 18th 2009 6:55PM]

I saw him at MCO and he was an loudmouth idiot to TSA when they deep searched his roller bag. He also does that stupid talking with his hands way too much thing - that and his wife had an argument with him about which tram to board, and she sounded like a bumbling moron. On the plus side, his little daughter wasn't crying, as most kids under 15 seem to do at Orlando Int'l...

Fun fact btw: His roller bag was by Kirkland Signature - aka the Costco brand.... I guess he's never shilled for luggage before?