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Testseek.com have collected 44 expert reviews of the Slim Devices Squeezebox 3 and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Slim Devices Squeezebox 3.
 
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The editors liked

  • Excellent sound through digital connection
  • Browses and plays fluidly
  • Simple setup
  • Internet radio access included
  • Stylish
  • Easy Setup
  • Different audio outputs
  • Wireless capability
  • Size
  • More features than I can count
  • Stylish and effective MP3 playback
  • Streaming radio options aplenty
  • Useful and open source software
  • Multiplatform compatibility
  • Open-source software Excellent price No latency or interference with music on both wired and wireless connections Sleek design
  • Professional look
  • Versatile Software
  • Compact
  • Digital and Analog out
  • Internet radio ready
  • ITunes ready
  • Easy to read screen
  • Attractive
  • Bright display adds to devices cool looks. Lots of configurability. Plays Internet radio sans computer. Supports Rhapsody and Pandora music subscription services.
  • Wirelessly streams audio from networked PCs and the Internet
  • Supports the Rhapsody and Pandora premium services
  • Plus a full range of audio file formats
  • Including most lossless codecs
  • Superior wireless networking functions
  • Including WPA encryption ...
  • Easy to set up and use
  • Streams from PC or from certain online music services (like Rhapsody)
  • Builtin Ethernet and 802.11g
  • Innovative
  • Powerful
  • Easy to Use
  • Great Sound
  • Very easy setup
  • Very stylish would look great next to any home stereo system
  • Expandable functionality through plugins
  • Very bright and customizable display
  • Wireless bridge functionality with the wireless version
  • Useful open source software

The editors didn't like

  • Analog lines give thinner sound
  • Some stuttering when playing transcoded files
  • Price
  • Random
  • Infrequent network issues
  • Very slight remote control lag
  • No playback for songs bought using the iTunes Music Store Device plugs are too close to the stand
  • 300 (US) for a wireless version is steep for some
  • Remote could look a bit better
  • In the end
  • The only complaint that I had was that the remote wasn’t as nice looking as the rest of the total package. If this is the worst of my concerns
  • The Squeez...
  • Tracks can be tricky to navigate. No output video to TVs.
  • Its pricier than competing devices
  • And it doesnt support the streaming of copy-protected PlaysForSure and iTunes files purchased from online stores.
  • Expensive
  • Cant stream DRMprotected content
  • Wireless Network use can drop off if your wireless network is not strong
  • None

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  Published: 2007-01-19, review by: Geek.com

  • Abstract:  Slim Devices’ Squeezebox is a network-based digital music player that has garnered much attention for its style and ease of use. I put it to the test in a variety of environments and time and again it worked moments after being removed from the ...

 
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  Published: 2006-09-01, review by: stereophile.com

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  Published: 2006-07-01, review by: avrev.com

  • Abstract:  The Slim Devices Squeezebox Network Music Player does as its name states and more. The device is easy enough for a child to set up and has a solid and practical interface that allows it to function as a freestanding music server. Once connected to your...

 
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  Published: 2006-06-26, review by: Thetechlounge.com

  • More features than I can count, Stylish and effective MP3 playback, Streaming radio options aplenty, Useful and open source software, Multiplatform compatibility
  • Random, infrequent network issues, Very slight remote control lag
  • I can honestly say Ive never used a device quite like the Squeezebox. While there are several MP3 receiver/audio bridge-like devices on the market, none are as starkly stylish and offer such a vast array of extras as the Squeezebox. As if a simple yet...

 
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  Published: 2006-06-07, review by: maximumpc.com

  • Abstract:  We’ve long been fans of Slim Devices’ audio-streaming boxes, having praised both the Squeezebox 1 and 2 with Kick Ass awards. So we won’t keep you in suspense: We can find no reason not to do the same for the Squeezebox 3. The guts are basically the sa...

 
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  Published: 2006-05-17, Author: Nathaniel , review by: cnet.com

  • Wirelessly streams audio from networked PCs and the Internet; supports the Rhapsody and Pandora premium services, plus a full range of audio file formats, including most lossless codecs; superior wireless networking functions, including WPA encryption ...
  • Its pricier than competing devices, and it doesnt support the streaming of copy-protected PlaysForSure and iTunes files purchased from online stores.
  • The Logitech Squeezebox is an excellent choice for anyone whos serious about streaming digital audio.

 
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  Published: 2006-04-17, review by: gearlive.com

  • Abstract:  If you’re not looking for a full blown media center type system and just crave streaming audio, then a Squeezebox by Slim Devices may be in your future. We’ve seen the Squeezebox come a long way from its humble beginnings (the SliMP3), and it...

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  Published: 2006-04-13, review by: Digitaltrends.com

  • Open-source software Excellent price No latency or interference with music on both wired and wireless connections Sleek design
  • No playback for songs bought using the iTunes Music Store Device plugs are too close to the stand
  • Slim Devices’ latest version of the Squeezebox is a hit. Great features, open-source software, wireless compatibility, and a remote make it worth your time and money. The price is affordable for those who are looking for a wireless music solution bu...

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  Published: 2006-03-05, review by: Laptopmag.com

  • Excellent sound through digital connection, Browses and plays fluidly, Simple setup, Internet radio access included
  • Analog lines give thinner sound, Some stuttering when playing transcoded files

 
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  Published: 2006-02-20, review by: v3.co.uk

  • Abstract:  Stream high-quality music around your home in style

 
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