TAO Electronics XM2go Satellite Radio Receiver Reviews

TAO Electronics XM2go Satellite Radio Receiver

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  • Delphi MyFi Digital Satellite Radio: Goodbye iPod

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Mar 18, 2005
    Pros: Easy to use, lots of options, good sound, good reception, versatile
    Cons: Subscription cost, a little larger than most electronics these days

    Summary: I am a relatively recent convert to the iPod and thought that I would never need anything else to satisfy my portable entertainment needs. Then along comes satellite radio in a portable form. I have fallen in love with satellite radio in my car. It ... read more

  • MyFi Served me for 17 months

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 25, 2007
    Pros: 5-hours recording, long-life battery, 30 presets, car & home kits
    Cons: Price too high. Intermittent recording problems.

    Summary: I don't understand why these exact same MyFi receivers are SO EXPENSIVE now. I bought mine from buy.com in December, 2005 for $84.99 ($134.99 - $50 rebate) with free shipping. My only regret is not buying a second one at that time. At today's prices, ... read more

  • MyFi does not "go"

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jan 20, 2007
    Pros: You can turn any radio into an XM receiver.
    Cons: Does not "go" anywhere. Short battery life. XM subscription price.

    Summary: I received the MyFi XM2go as a Christmas gift. My initial excitement was quickly replaced with frustration and disappointment. By the way, who writes those instruction manuals? After calibrating and charging the battery, which takes about four hours, ... read more

  • Have TAO will travel!

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Oct 18, 2006
    Pros: Esthetically pleasing, comprehensive kit, great line out sound quality, great for motorcycles!
    Cons: Weak FM transmitter.

    Summary: I bought the XM2GO TAO as the best fit for the budget do it all XM radio solution. I knew I wanted XM radio after trying out their service free online (www.xmradio.com). As an avid motorcyclist, I wanted more selection of music and more detailed ... read more

  • Delphi needs work on accessories

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Oct 10, 2006
    Pros: The Delphi unit itself has good features and is durable.
    Cons: The accessories including car kit are basically junk! Battery life stinks!

    Summary: I have owned the MyFi for about a year. The unit itself works well and has some great features including the ability to store 5 hours of radio, stock price and favorite sport team scores. My problem has been with the accessories. The antennae for ... read more

  • A GOOD solution for a portable satellite radio

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Sep 6, 2006
    Pros: portable, ability to record and listen later, full function remote
    Cons: battery life, no editing capabilities of recorded material

    Summary: Like my title says, this is a good solution for a satellite radio that is portable. It could be better, thats why I'll say good. I bought this radio off ebay from an XM authorized reseller for 135$ and I will say for the price I paid, I got a BIG ... read more

  • What this thing CAN'T DO

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 22, 2006
    Pros: A+ Gadget factor good battery life
    Cons: Customer service =F Hidden costs POOR reception

    Summary: I was so excited to get this gadget for Christmas; the only reason why I held on to it this long is that I also received a gift card for air time. Cons: 1) I work in an office without a close window. (Does not work). I even hooked the car base and ... read more

  • MYFI Review

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 6, 2006
    Pros: small size, complete package, easy to use
    Cons: poor receiver, poor sound quality, oddities in behavior, locks up

    Summary: I bought mine xmas 2004. It was a disappointment from the start. first off, if you are an audiophile, XM sound will disappoint you, it's like internet radio. Also, if you detest commercials, XM will disappoint you (tons of trucker and viagra ... read more

  • Delphi Myfi Xm2go: Could be better

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Mar 7, 2006
    Pros: Many nice features.
    Cons: Does not always work as it should.

    Summary: If you love your radio without commercials, satellite radio is for you. The two satellite choices are XM and Sirius. Both cost about 13.00 month. Check the channel selections to see which is a better fit for you. I chose to go with XM. Note: there are ... read more

  • I love it!

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Feb 21, 2006
    Pros: Truly portable.
    Cons: Everyone wants to borrow it.

    Summary: I have been looking for an inexpensive xm radio that I did not have to have professionally installed in my car. I came across this model on the xm radio website, then comparison shopped for the best deal. I ended up purchasing it at walmart for $149 + ... read more

  • Go Walkabout In Great Style

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jan 29, 2006
    Pros: Great for "on-the-go" listening, recording and replay, quality audio output.
    Cons: Pricey, requires additional hardware for portable use.

    Summary: I bought the MiFi XM2go especially so I could listen to Fox News and talk radio on my daily two hour walks. As delivered, the XM2go's built-in antenna is totally unsatisfactory for this purpose, and the "wearable" antenna works only if you hold it in ... read more

  • A Canadian's take on the Delphi Myfi

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jan 18, 2006
    Pros: Good content
    Cons: Too many wires

    Summary: I've had my Delphi Myfi XM2go receiver for about two weeks now. I bought at Walmart in the States for roughly $150. The normal price from what I've gathered online is $200 at other brick & mortar stores in the US, but at the moment there is a $50 mail ... read more

  • 8 months using a MyFi

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Sep 23, 2005
    Pros: portable operation, large display
    Cons: very poor reception, poor design of features

    Summary: I got my MyFi because I wanted a portable functional satellite radio system. This was my 2nd XM receiver, a service I truly enjoy and I feel is a good value. I have been very disappointed with it's performance. This receiver is practically deaf compared ... read more

  • Great Idea but Not Quite There Yet

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Sep 18, 2005
    Pros: Portability, Recording ability. It's XM!
    Cons: Reception! Reception! Reception! The lettering on the buttons is almost unreadable without magnification.

    Summary: I have had XM Satellite radio in my home, car, and truck since it was first offered and, as a rabid advocate, I looked forward to a personal model to use during my daily walks. Both the built-in and personal antennas are too weak to maintain prolonged ... read more

  • Try (really try) before you buy

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Aug 17, 2005
    Pros: Worked just great in the store.
    Cons: It doesn't work outside the store.

    Summary: This things looks mighty spiffy in the store. BUT -- it isn't all it appears at first glance. It comes with four antennas: an internal one, a slightly larger cylindrical one you are supposed to pin onto your clothing while exercising, a small ... read more

  • Better than ipod?

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jun 3, 2005
    Pros: • Opie and Anthony! • No commercials!
    Cons: • Not great as a “walkman” • Expensive • Need a signal • Confusing directions

    Summary: MyFi Xm radio Review Better than iPod? The first portable XM satellite radio, it’s about the size of a 1982 walkman/tape player (if you remember those.) Larger than an iPod, but still portable, this MyFi is a lot of fun. This is my first ... read more

  • Get The "LITE" Version! (Or try www.freemyfi.info)

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 18, 2005
    Pros: Handheld
    Cons: Price, except fotr the Lite version

    Summary: If your ear has been to the ground recently, then you may have heard that more XM2Go models are coming. Well folks, they're here, and they aren't an improvement. They are the Giant "Tao", and the Pioneer "Airware". Both models include the full car and ... read more

  • Get The LITE Version! (Or try www.freemyfi.info)

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 18, 2005
    Pros: Handheld
    Cons: Price (Except for the Lite version)

    Summary: If your ear has been to the ground recently, then you may have heard that more XM2Go models are coming. Well folks, they're here, and they aren't an improvement. They are the Giant "Tao", and the Pioneer "Airware". Both models include the full car and ... read more

  • It is truly wonderful

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 17, 2005
    Pros: listend to Krokus for the first time in 20 years
    Cons: Cost, but get over it. anything good costs some bucks.

    Summary: I just got this gadget yesterday for my 40th birthday from my wife. she originally bought me the SKYFY2 but I didn't want anything permanently mounted in my car. So after asking a few questions and doing some research I thought I would try this. My ... read more

  • My Favorite Toy

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 19, 2005
    Pros: Multipurpose Satellite Radio
    Cons: Expensive

    Summary: A month ago I purchased my Delphi MyFi Digital FM/XM satellite radio, and I am absolutely thrilled. This is the best money I have ever spent on one of my many gadgets, and I just love its portability and overall performance. XM satellite radio has been ... read more

  • The Delphi MYFI..... XM's version of TIVO?

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 11, 2005
    Pros: Rechargable batteries.Truly portable.Looks good.Comes with EVERYTHING.Decent sound.Can record 5 hours.
    Cons: Cannot save recorded music,High price $300.Plus a 12.95 monthly fee.Volume and channel buttons are backwards.

    Summary: I first heard about the MYFI coming out Just a few months ago .I knew from just hearing about it I had to have one. It blew my mind when i found out that it records 5 hours or digital quality music,comes with EVERYTHING you need to get yourself ... read more

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