The impressive functionality doesn't end there, as the G3 also offers the high-quality JetEffect audio experience, which can create up to 1.2 trillion different sounds by fusing six top-of-the-line sound effects, including a five-band equalizer, BBE, Mach3Bass, MP Enhance, 3D Surround, and Pan. It's ideal for users who like to bring new dimensions to the listening experience. And even though the G3 is primarily an MP3 player, it also handles a host of additional tasks, including playing and recording FM radio, storing data files on its 2 GB of memory (the unit is automatically recognized as a USB storage device), and digital voice recording via the built-in microphone. The iAudio G3 even includes a lyric display feature that provides you with song lyrics on the LCD screen.

The U2 is no slouch in terms of download speeds, with support for up to 35 Mbps. Playback modes, meanwhile, vary from random to repeat to search, with a built-in music browser allowing automatic sorting by artist, genre, and album categories. Other details include support for MP3, WMA, ASF, OGG, and WAV audio files; the ability to personalize the G3 by creating your own animated logo; a sleek "sky white" housing; direct MP3 encoding; the ability to create and edit playlists directly on the G3; a high- speed USB 2.0 interface; a pair of software applications (JetShell and JetAudio); and a built-in clock with an alarm.

The player works with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems and measures 2.52 by 1.77 by 0.67 inches (W x H x D). Outfitted with such accessories as earphones, USB and line-in recording cables, and a fashionable carrying case, the G3 is backed by a one- year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
iAudio G3 MP3 player, earphones, fashion necklace string, carrying case, USB cable, line-in recording cable, AA battery, software CD-ROM, user's manual.