3 Advantages of Portable Digital Media Players Over Smart Phones

Portable digital media player devices attract more consumers all the time with features that have some definite advantages over smart phones. While many people wouldn't be caught without their smart phones, other people are realizing how smart it is to go with portable players. From the latest MP4 MP3 video player to an Internet tablet, people are rethinking their portable investments, which can not only save a bundle of money, but also provide a far more satisfying multimedia experience.

It Costs Nothing to Run a Portable Media Player

Portable media players cost nothing to run, but smart phones can get expensive. Smart phones lock users in to long-term service contracts with monthly billings that can add up quickly, even for the most basic data service plans, which can then restrict users from certain Internet access and communications.

Many people are learning that for one flat upfront cost, they can have free unlimited access to the technology and possibilities of a media player. Portable players make it possible with Wifi technology to access the internet and email-and even to access internet phone services with the use of add-ons. The best portable media players not only provide access to the internet, but to countless applications and ample storage for every kind of movie, video and entertainment across the world.

Larger Screen Sizes Look Better in Your Hand

Portable media devices have evolved and people are discovering they can have a larger screen on the go, with the same lightweight convenience of a smart phone. An Internet tablet still remains small enough for a purse or pocket, but large enough to make a movie pop, with 5" or 7" of screen space. The sleeker, lighter designs of portable players make entertainment a bigger and richer experience in the palm of a person's hand.

Superior Movie and Video Quality

Portable media players are designed to show cutting edge quality of entertainment with high efficiency. A current model MP3 video player can have high-resolution for stunning details and the most vibrant colors. Many portable players have operating systems and processors as powerful as PC desktops to run videos and movies with speed and dependability that a smart phone can't match. Crystal clear displays on wide-angle screens are radical improvements from the standard smart phone interface.

More people are experiencing the advantages of trading in their smart phone for a portable digital media player.

Susan Slobac is a consultant in the personal media device industry. Susan writes about trends in portable digital media player & mp4 mp3 player.