The Rockbox interface indeed sucks. However, I would consider supporting proprietary, DRM-encumbered media formats a disadvantage. Will you be able to play the iTunes tracks you buy today to your grandchildren in 2060?
Try this out today with Rockbox
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Talking iPods
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The Rockbox open-source firmware for iPods and
various other players has been supporting talking menus for ages. (Sorry, the
Rockbox wiki seems to be down for the moment.)
Furthermore, it's free and does not try to lock you out of your music.
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Interestingly, the LOTR books are not geographically restricted.
The Rockbox interface indeed sucks. However, I would consider supporting proprietary, DRM-encumbered media formats a disadvantage. Will you be able to play the iTunes tracks you buy today to your grandchildren in 2060?
The Rockbox open-source firmware for iPods and various other players has been supporting talking menus for ages. (Sorry, the Rockbox wiki seems to be down for the moment.)
Furthermore, it's free and does not try to lock you out of your music.
So what's up with the patent?