Tips for Buying a Portable XM Radio Player

The latest addition to the "iWorld" is the portable XM radio player. Said to be the greatest thing in radio experience, XM portable radio players are priced as low as $109. The largest selection can be found on the XM website, or a XM provider retail store; I know that Best Buy has a selection. The time is near for buying Christmas gifts, and surely you may have someone on your list that is asking for this latest addition to the iWorld. I have a few tips for you, if you do have plans to make that person's Christmas wish come true. Ten tips to keep in mind when shopping for a portable XM radio player are a sure way to not only please the person that you are buying the XM portable radio player for, but it will also give you a sense of accomplishment for saving money.

The first thing to look for is a low price; even though some are priced as low as $110, there are some XM portable radio players that are priced that low, but don't have certain accessories that are a 'must-have' to enjoy the experience of the XM portable radio player.

Look for a XM portable player that includes tune select, rechargeable batteries, and/or a built in antennae. These may not seem important, but they are needed when the portable XM radio is being used in a vehicle. Just imagine being stuck in traffic, without your XM. I know a horrid thought, right? Right. Being stuck in traffic is one place many owners of a portable XM radio, learn to appreciate the gadget.

The next most important tip would be the internal memory storage for the portable XM, and its ability to hold programmed stations as well. There are some XM portables that hold up to 100 hours of XM programming. You may also want to purchase one that records as well.

Having an interactive display, with good resolution is a plus when shopping to purchase a XM portable radio player.

Added accessories that are a plus to have with the XM portable radio would be: earbuds, USB cable, ion lithium battery, home docking station, home antenna, home AC power adapter, minijack to RCA audio cable, full function remote control, XM + Napster software CD, and last but not least, a carrying case.