Philips GoGear Muse 8GB MP3 Player SA3MUS08S/37

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3.2" HVGA color display for superb video enjoymentUp to 720p resolution @ 25fps up to 4Mbps in .avi and .mp4 containtersHDMI-output to watch high-definition 720p video on HDTVFullSound technology restores sonic details to pressed MP3 music and pairs it with a Digital Signal Processor (DSP)Features SongBird program discover new artists play personal music library via Inter and seamlessly sync to PCMemory with built-in microSD card slot for expanded memory capacity up to 32GBFM radio with RDS and 20 presetsUp to 24 hours of audio playback or 5 hours of video playbackAudible. features digital audio books and moreFLAC and APE lossless codec support for precise sound quality Includes sound isolation earbuds

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The Philips GoGear MUSE 8GB MP3 Player offers a superior sound experience, even in the noisiest conditions. This portable 8GB MP3 player provides superior sound boosted by FullSound and Surround Sound technologies and sound isolation headphones. Enjoy movies on its 3.2-inch HVGA touchscreen or connect to an HDTV. The Muse also offers an easy-to-use interface for advanced browsing and a microSD card slot for additional memory capacity.

GoGear MUSE 8GB At a Glance: Portable 8 GB MP3 player with FullSound and Surround Sound for amazing audio Supports FLAC and APE files for richness and clarity of sound Intuitive user interface for fast, easy browsing Touchscreen control for smooth navigation Includes sound isolation headphones 90-day limited warranty

The Muse supports FLAC and APE formats, which are files that have been reduced without losing audio depth. View larger.

The Muse features an advanced audio technology that delivers surround sound for all your movies. View larger.

FLAC and APE Support for Precise Sound Quality
Enjoy digital music in a compressed format without losing any sound quality. The Muse supports FLAC and APE formats, which are files that have been reduced without losing audio depth. The richness and clarity of the original music source are retained for complete enjoyment wherever you go.

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Sound Isolation Headphones Minimize Environmental Noise
Sound isolation headphones let you hear greater music detail at a lower volume than is possible with normal headphones. These headphones have an angled acoustic design that creates a perfect seal between the ambient sound source and the ear canal, thus eliminating unwanted background noise while delivering sound directly to your ears. Even at a moderate volume setting, you can still discern music detail without noise distractions from the environment. Earphone sleeves are available in three sizes to provide the best fit.

FullSound for Richer, Fuller Audio
The Muse uses Philips' FullSound technology so you can experience CD music without any distortion. Based on an audio post-processing algorithm, FullSound combines Philips' expertise in music reproduction with the power of the latest generation Digital Signal Processor (DSP). The result is fuller bass with more depth and impact, boosted voice and instrument clarity, and rich detail.

Surround Sound Creates Natural Soundstage
Surround for movies is an advanced audio technology that recreates a natural soundstage with sound elements both individually and precisely localized. The processed sound elements are then directly delivered to each ear via in-ear headphones. The result puts the listener right in the middle of the action for an immersive surround experience.

Large HVGA Color Display for Superb Video Enjoyment
A sleek, 3.2-inch, HVGA touch-screen display offers high resolution for superb video quality and crisp, vivid images. Together with a full color menu, the large screen allows easy navigation of media files for a complete multimedia experience on the go. To top it off, a native 16:9 aspect ratio provides video display without bars at the top and bottom of the picture and without the loss of quality that comes from altering an image to fit on a different screen.

HDMI Out for High-Definition Video on HDTV
With the Muse, you can view HD blockbuster movies or homemade videos in resolutions up to 720p on your HDTV. Simply connect your player and HDTV with an HDMI cable (sold separately) and enjoy crystal-clear video and audio entertainment. You can even browse your videos and control playback conveniently on the Muse's screen.

FM Radio with RDS and Presets
RDS (Radio Data System) is a communications protocol standard that allows digital information to be transmitted over FM radio broadcasts. RDS-enabled FM radio receivers can display useful information that includes station identity, program details, and song title and artist. With this feature, you can store a desired station as a preset channel on your Muse player. You can store up to 20 preset radio stations and quickly access your favorite stations without having to tune the frequencies.

Songbird: One Program to Discover, Play, and Sync
The Muse comes with access to Songbird, a simple, easy-to-use program that lets you discover and play all your media, and sync it seamlessly with your MP3 player. Its intuitive and powerful music management features let you discover new artists and music styles directly in the program through music and media stores, services, and websites. Play your own library and media from the Internet and seamlessly sync all of it from your PC to your MP3 player.

Audible.Com Access for More Entertainment Options
Beyond music and video entertainment, the Muse lets you enjoy digital audiobooks, magazines, radio shows, stand-up comedy, and more available for download at Audible.com. Enjoy books in the car, at the gym, or around the house. At Audible.com you can browse and sample over 75,000 selections, including the latest best sellers and timeless classics.

Small Size with Expandable Memory Capacity
With the Muse, you can enjoy the advantages of a compact size without sacrificing memory capacity just by plugging in a microSD card. The microSD card will show up as a second removable drive when the player is connected to your PC for easy file transfer. Just load your card with the desired content and slot it into your player. And since you can purchase memory cards up to 32 GB to expand your Muse's memory capacity, you'll never have to worry about running out of entertainment choices.

Intuitive Interface for Easy Browsing
The Muse lets you browse through your music with absolute ease. The intuitive and sophisticated software lets you see what you have, and select what you want, without going through multiple folders and files.

Touchscreen Control for Smooth Navigation
The Muse has an intuitive touchscreen interface that makes navigation a breeze, whether you're controlling music playback functions, browsing your video and picture collections, or choosing radio channels. Just click directly on the player's screen to navigate swiftly through menus and flip through your folders.

Warranty Information
The Muse is backed by a 90-day limited warranty.

What's in the Box
GoGear Muse Player, USB cable, headphones, and Quick Start guide.

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Capacity
4 GB 8 GB	8 GB 16 GB	8 GB 16 GB
Highlights
FullSound	FullSound	FullSound
FM radio with RDS and 20 presets	FM radio with RDS and 20 presets	FM radio with RDS and 20 presets
Soft rubber earbud headphones	Soft rubber earbud headphones	Sound-isolation headphones
Lossless codec support (FLAC & APE) Audible	Lossless codec support (FLAC & APE) Audible	Lossless codec support (FLAC & APE) Audible
1.8-inch full-color display	2.4-inch full-color display	3.2-inch HVGA color display
24 hour music or 4 hour video playback	36 hour music or 5 hour video playback	24 hour audio or 5 hour video playback
Voice recording	Voice recording	Voice recording
Philips Songbird	Philips Songbird	Philips Songbird
Folder view	Folder view	Folder view
Album art display	Album art display	Album art display
		Surround for movies
		HDMI video out, up to 720p
		Touch Screen

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