Samsung YX-M1Z Helix XM2go Portable Satellite Radio with MP3 Player

Samsung YX-M1Z Helix XM2go Portable Satellite Radio with MP3 Player Review

Samsung YX-M1Z Helix XM2go Portable Satellite Radio with MP3 Player Feature

• Compact digital media player with built-in MP3/WMA player and XM satellite receiver
• 1 GB flash memory stores 16 hours of MP3 (128 kbps) or 32 hours of WMA (64 kbps) files
• Receives XM's 170 channels of commercial-free programming (subscription required)
• 1.7-inch TFT color display; stores up to 50 hours of XM programming; song "bookmarking"
• USB 2.0 interface for quick music transfers; includes home charging cradle; 1-year warranty

Amazon.com Product Description Finally, a portable device that lets you play live XM radio content. That's right, wherever you roam the Samsung Helix lets you tap into more than 150 channels of satellite radio. It's a big step forward for XM radio lovers, but there's more. With the Helix, you can combine live XM radio with your personal digital music collection (MP3s and WMA). This means you can enjoy your own music library while being exposed to all the new music and content that XM radio has to offer.

With the Helix, you can receive and play live satellite broadcasts while you're on the go. View larger.

XM radio offers an incredible selection of music, sports, talk, and more.

So how did they get a complete satellite receiver into a device that measures 3.7 x 2.2 x 0.6 inches? By using an advanced satellite/terrestrial internal antenna that allows the device to receive signals from anywhere. The device is light, too, weighing in at just 4.5 ounces. The unit's full-color, 180 x 180 TFT display, as well as a user-friendly interface, make it easy to save and delete content. In addition to making it easy to find the music you want to listen to quickly, the interface lets you build your own playlists right on the device that consist of XM radio content and your own digital music. Another cool feature is the Helix's built-in memory buffer, which allows you to save an entire XM radio song even if you decide to save it in the middle of the song. The Helix's internal memory supports up to 50 hours of saved content.

Featuring a full array of programming -- from talk shows, comedy programs, and live Major League Baseball broadcasts to just about every musical genre from bluegrass to jazz -- XM Radio is the fastest growing satellite radio network in the world. All XM metadata is displayed on the Helix's display, including full song title and artist name, as well as information extras such as stock and sports score tickers. The device also sports a category list for saving and accessing favorite channels.

Another great feature of the Helix is TuneSelect, which alerts you when one of your favorite artists or songs is being played on an XM channel. Plus, the Helix supports the XM + Napster music service. If you hear a song you like on XM radio, simply "tag" it and easily purchase and download that artist or song via Napster. It's a great way to discover and own the music you like. And last, but certainly not least, the Helix features an integrated wireless FM transmitter so you can beam XM content to any FM radio frequency, making it very easy to listen to XM content on any home or car stereo.

What's in the Box
YX-M1Z XM radio/MP3 player, battery, earbuds, remote control, home dock/cradle, home XM antenna, AC power adapter, travel power cable, RCA audio cable, USB cable, carrying case/holster, user's guide, and software CD-ROM.

1GB Flash memory

Up to 50 hours of XM programming in memory

1.7" TFT color display

Home cradle with XM antenna included

Plays pre-recorded XM content

Rechargeable battery

Supports MP3/WMA files from your personal collection or a pay service