Creative Technology ZEN SLEEK (20 GB) MP3 Player Reviews

Creative Technology ZEN SLEEK (20 GB) MP3 Player

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  • The Zen Sleek 20GB MP3 Player: Is This a Good Alternative to the iPod?

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Oct 12, 2005
    Pros: Excellent sound quality, fast file transfers via USB 2.0, 20GB storage capacity, better-than-average battery life
    Cons: Hard to use touch pad control, limited availability of accessories.

    Summary: I recently decided that it was time to take the plunge and purchase a MP3 player. Since my birthday is fast approaching, I was able to coax my girlfriend into buying this for me, along with a Johnny Cash The Legend box set. I think I'm going to ... read more

  • Excellent mp3 player

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jul 8, 2006
    Pros: 20 gb hard drive for under 200 (rebate). Excellent screen. Sound. All metal. Size.
    Cons: Non replaceable battery, silly computer hook up.

    Summary: I had a creative zen micro photo for about two months. Unfortunately, I got it wet and had to purchase another mp3. I decided to give the sleek a try because it was the same price as the microphoto but had a larger hard drive. This turned out to be a ... read more

  • Another Zen in the family

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jun 26, 2006
    Pros: More flexibility, more options, more songs and long battery life
    Cons: More complex, longer learning curve, included headphones

    Summary: My daughter was the last person in the family without an MP3 Player. Since she used her CD Player a lot and I usually had to go find her in order to get my iPod back, I got her a Zen Sleek as a prize for doing really well in school. I had purchased a ... read more

  • A good player, not without some minor drawbacks

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 26, 2006
    Pros: "Plays-for-sure" compatibility, good design, good sound, solid iPod alternative for WMA's & MP3's.
    Cons: Dust-trapping screen, potentially finicky battery, occasional crashing problems.

    Summary: I've had my Zen Sleek for roughly 5 months. I'm pretty satisfied with my experience so far, but there are some issues with the player. For the most part they are minor annoyances that don't detract from the overall quality but one particular problem ... read more

  • Great mp3 player with only a few small quirks.

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jan 19, 2006
    Pros: -Amazing sound quality -Great battery life -Nice extras -Good size
    Cons: -Software doesn't work with Windows ME -USB cord/Power adapter -Can't have songs with same name

    Summary: Software: I have not been able to use the software bundled with the player because I have Windows ME. The Creative website says that the software works with Windows ME but it sadly does not. This caused me extreme troubles. If you have Windows ... read more

  • sheer mp3 delight, simple yet curiously powerfull

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Dec 30, 2005
    Pros: 21.5 hr batery life , gigantic capacity, excelent softwarepackage,
    Cons: no cradle included, charges for 2 hrs over charging kills batery life,

    Summary: cons: 1.creative hoses buyer picturing the docking cradle on the box, but its 40 $ addityional and not stocked accept for creative online 2.cant plug in charger over night as doing so over charges batery and leads to heat damage to unit or more and ... read more

  • Great Player - very happy - few minor niggles

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Dec 24, 2005
    Pros: A great machine - easy to use, great sound, great design and functionality
    Cons: Minor niggles (see review), nothing to spoil the enjoyment of a good piece of kit.

    Summary: I've had the Zen Sleek now for about 3 months - overall very very happy. If there were a 4 1/2 rating - it would get that, there are just a few minor niggles that bring it below the full 5 out of 5 rating. Why bought: I've been thinking of getting ... read more

  • The Low-down On The Zen Sleek *updated*

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Dec 17, 2005
    Pros: excellent sound quality, price, features, size
    Cons: INCLUDED EARBUDS!!!!, dust behind screen is overwhelming, lack of accessories

    Summary: *update!!!* The dust behind the screen has gotten completely unbearable. I eventually couldn't see the screen so I sold it. Despite all the features listed, I can no longer recommend this player. *end update* I bought the zen sleek after someone ... read more

  • Fantastic Functionality, Lackluster Design

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Nov 25, 2005
    Pros: Sound Quality, Blue Backlight, Syncing with Microsoft Outlook
    Cons: Battery Life, Dust Gets Under the Screen, Supplied Headphones

    Summary: I bought my Zen Sleek directly after it came out onto the market, because I'm a very loyal Creative customer. I've tried and own a slew of their products that I've accumulated over the years. Overall I would give the Zen Sleek an 7/10. Design 6/10: ... read more

  • Creative Labs Zen Sleek - iPod killer? Who cares! It rocks!

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Oct 12, 2005
    Pros: Fabulous sound, great design, long battery life, multiple format support
    Cons: Cruddy case, lack of accessories, earbuds

    Summary: The big question that everyone asks when shopping for MP3 players is "Is it as good as an iPod?". Since I wasn't about to buy an iPod, this comparison is moot. After lengthy research, I settled on the Creative Labs Zen Sleek 20 GB MP3 ... read more

  • Express Reviews
  • Creative Zen Photo Sleek

    Rated Show by the Epinions community
    Oct 2, 2006
    Pros: The creative is much better than the equivalent iPod
    Cons: There isn't many cons, apart from the time where it overheated when flicking through songs.

    Summary: The creative is much better than the equivalent iPod, and there is a big difference. The creative is much better. However I have to confess the iPod has never gone wrong, where as at one point the Zen froze and I had to let it run out of its power source

  • 20GB Great Product! Nice Price.

    Rated Show by the Epinions community
    Jul 18, 2006
    Pros: 20 gigs really good, price, quality.
    Cons: I don't think the touch pad is durable enough.

    Summary: I think it's a good product. It took a little getting used too as far as the touch pad. Sounds great, I have about 900 songs and only used about 4

  • Fantastic Device!

    Rated Show by the Epinions community
    Dec 30, 2005
    Pros: - 20GB storage - FM tuner - stylish case
    Cons: - Interface of accompanying software is a bit clunky, but completely workable

    Summary: For the price, this is an excellent deal. If you don't need or want photo capability, but want a large-capacity MP3 player, this is an excellent choice. With the wrap-around aluminum case, styling is much nicer than some other Creative offerings.

  • Still has the dreaded audio problem

    Rated Show by the Epinions community
    Oct 23, 2005
    Pros: Incredible audio, excellent features, fair price
    Cons: Left audio channel goes out on this model just like the previous ZEN line.

    Summary: Just purchased it, great audio as expected, superb features for the price, as expected. Sadly, left channel went silent within the first hour of use. apparently Creative has not figured out a way to firmly solder the audio jack to the board, touching

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