NW-A306 Walkman A Series Hi-Res Digital Music Player
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Just Superb!
I bought this a few weeks ago to use on long flights having previously owned an A100 Walkman. To be honest, I didn't think that unit could be bettered, but I was wrong, this newer iteration is simply superb. With an increased battery life - long enough to allow me to play hi-res files for an 8-hour flight and still have charge left, an improved interface and a new 'feel', this player will be a trusted companion for many trips to come, and not only for flights but also relaxing on the beach or by the pool! I have added a micro SD card to increase the native 32 gb storage capacity so that I can take a wide selection of hi-res tunes with me. Works brilliantly with B&W wired headphones as well as my Sony wireless in-ears. Just superb!
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Great way to access your music library on the go.
I bought this so I could have my whole music library to hand using the SD card facility. For the price I love the sound quality compared to listening to music on a phone. I also cannot get my whole music library on to my IPhone. I do not use the on line functions as I really only bought it to listen to my stored music and at that it exceeds my expectations.
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Excellent!
I bought it last month ago & i love it! Good job Sony!
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Far superior to iPod
Looking for an ipod altrernative. This is superior in every way, especially managing music. No more iTunes ridiculus complexity
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Ease to use
Overall, I'm satisfied with this Mp3. Unfortunately the package of mp3 doesn't come with the headset. I've been using this brand more than 10 years. It can last longer and sound is amazing.
Recommends this product
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Poor operating system
I mainly use Apple equipment, so am used to the MacOS and IOS operating systems. I find the whole Android experience 'buggy' and a waste of time. On occasion, the device can't find a pair of Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones and connection attempts have to be repeated over and over - until they finally connect. I'm afraid it is the sort of device which will find its way to the back of a drawer and quickly be forgotten about.
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Response from sony.com
Hi, Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the NW-A306 quality isn't up to your liking and that you're experiencing connection issues with it. This is not the norm, as we always strive to deliver the best quality possible. Please make sure to follow the steps in the following link and test again: https://cutt.ly/jr1PTGZz In case the issue remains, please try the steps below: 1. Restart the Walkman following the steps here: https://cutt.ly/Rr1PU5W3 2. Update the device to the latest software version using this link: https://cutt.ly/Hr1PIJbJ 3. Format the Walkman by following the steps at this link: https://cutt.ly/8r1POWSO Furthermore, we appreciate your feedback regarding the OS version; hearing from our customers helps us continuously improve our products to align with your preferences. Rest assured that we've raised it to the concerned team for future consideration. Moreover, if any further assistance is needed, please contact us using this link: https://cutt.ly/heoRCkdW Menna @Sony Support UK
Def Recommend!
It’s great for someone starting out as an audiophile! I use it w Tidal - the quality is exceptional. The device is a little laggy bc of Android, but since I only use it to stream music, it doesn’t bother me too much. The screen is a bit delicate (micro-scratches if it’s in the bag with other things) but better with a cover and screen protector.
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Worst music player in my lifetime
I purchased this music player intending to replace my current NW-A55, which has been experiencing multiple issues. Unfortunately, I found this model to be a significant downgrade in terms of performance and audio quality. The sound quality is extremely disappointing, and the equalizer settings offer little to no improvement. I’ve read online that earlier versions of the Android software had issues with weak bass, and while Sony has stated that this was addressed with the Android 13 update, I personally notice no difference. The bass remains flat and underwhelming, and the overall audio experience falls far short of expectations—especially considering the price point. My older models NW-45 and NW-55 were so much better. I am very dissatisfied with this purchase and that I would like to request a refund. Till I find a much better music player, I’ve reverted to using my old NW-A45 until I can find a suitable replacement.
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