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Sony NWZ-W273BLK 4GB Waterproof Sports Walkman

3.7 (798 reviews)

Music Without Limits, Designed for Active Lifestyles The Sony NWZ-W273BLK Waterproof Walkman Sports MP3 Player lets you enjoy your favorite tunes during any activity, even swimming. With its wire-free design, waterproof construction, and easy drag-and-drop functionality, this MP3 player is the pe...

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Overview

Music Without Limits, Designed for Active Lifestyles

The Sony NWZ-W273BLK Waterproof Walkman Sports MP3 Player lets you enjoy your favorite tunes during any activity, even swimming. With its wire-free design, waterproof construction, and easy drag-and-drop functionality, this MP3 player is the perfect companion for workouts and adventures.

Specifications:

  • Brand: Sony
  • Model: NWZ-W273BLK
  • Storage: 4GB
  • Waterproof: Up to 2 meters
  • Charging: 3-minute quick charge for 60 minutes of playback
  • Compatibility: iTunes, Windows Media Player
  • Playable Formats: MP3, WMA, AAC, L-PCM

Key Features

Cordless, one-piece wearable sports music player

Waterproof design for swimming, water sports & workouts

3-min quick charge up to 60-min of battery life

Drag & drop from iTunes or Windows Media Player

Compact design with 4 GB internal memory

Specifications

Model
NWZ-W273BLK
Internal Memory
4 GB
Waterproof Rating
Waterproof
Quick Charge
3 minutes for 60 minutes of battery life
Compatibility
iTunes, Windows Media Player

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • The cordless, one-piece wearable design offers complete freedom of movement during sports and workouts.
  • It features a waterproof design, making it suitable for swimming, water sports, and intense, sweaty exercise.
  • A quick charge feature provides up to 60 minutes of battery life from just a 3-minute charge, ideal for last-minute workouts.
  • Users can easily drag and drop music from both iTunes and Windows Media Player for convenient content management.
  • Equipped with 4 GB of internal memory, providing ample space for hundreds of songs to accompany various activities.

👎 Cons

  • The 4 GB internal memory, while decent, is fixed and cannot be expanded, potentially limiting large music libraries.
  • As an MP3 player, it is solely focused on audio playback and lacks additional smartwatch or fitness tracking features.
  • The one-piece design means the earbuds are integrated, and cannot be swapped out for different types or preferred brands.
  • The drag and drop functionality might not suit users who prefer seamless syncing with modern streaming services.
  • Being a specialized sports device, it might lack the display and interface features of a general-purpose smartphone or media player.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Sony NWZ-W273BLK Walkman features a waterproof design, making it ideal for swimming and other water sports.
This Sony Sports Walkman comes with 4 GB of internal memory, providing space for a substantial music collection.
Yes, a 3-minute quick charge can provide up to 60 minutes of battery life, which is convenient for quick, unplanned exercise sessions.
You can easily add music by dragging and dropping files from either iTunes or Windows Media Player directly onto the device.
Yes, the Sony NWZ-W273BLK is designed as a cordless, one-piece wearable sports music player for maximum convenience during activities.