Keeping up with all the new gadgets currently can be tough, this guide is for you if you're thinking about buying an MP3 Player for your child or grandchild. There are hundreds of these devices available in the markets that are small as well as easy to use, but only a very few are marketed specifically as mp3 players for kids and many of those are very poor quality devices. Many come with headphones while others don't, the range of storage space available on these devices is huge, and the cost range is just as big and doesn't always have a direct correlation to quality. This is a situation where grandparents may be able to use some advice on the best choice and what should be considered. In other words - HELP!
Of course, one thing to consider is the child's age. There are features on some of the players that would be more appropriate as an mp3 player for teens. Kids eight years of age and older would also probably love most of those same features but for younger kids you'll want to keep things very simple. Simplicity and ease of use is critical for youngsters. Young kids these days are great when it comes to learning technology but for a very young child consider that either you or their parents will be helping them operate the player most of the time. So find an mp3 player that's easy to use and the overall experience will be much better.
Beyond features and ease of use we must also consider the cost of course. MP3 Players can get pretty expensive but for a younger child it's not necessary to spend a lot of cash on the player, you'll find quality for well under $100. However, you are in luck because some are priced from $25 and up. There are some that are too cheap and are cheaply built most likely wouldn't last the first year with the average kid. Consider the durability and the most likely outcome from a child dropping the player, because they surely will, at least one time. Especially for young kids avoid glass screens and try to stay on the lower end of the price range.
Something else to consider is whether the player needs to be charged or runs on batteries. Younger, and even some older children are going to be prone to forgetting to turn the player off, so if it takes batteries it could run down often. Something with a long battery life would certainly improve that. Also a feature that automatically shuts the player off after a while of disuse can help a lot.
There are lots of options on the market that meet these qualifications.
Hopefully this helps you get a good start figuring out which mp3 player to get your grandchild.
Of course, one thing to consider is the child's age. There are features on some of the players that would be more appropriate as an mp3 player for teens. Kids eight years of age and older would also probably love most of those same features but for younger kids you'll want to keep things very simple. Simplicity and ease of use is critical for youngsters. Young kids these days are great when it comes to learning technology but for a very young child consider that either you or their parents will be helping them operate the player most of the time. So find an mp3 player that's easy to use and the overall experience will be much better.
Beyond features and ease of use we must also consider the cost of course. MP3 Players can get pretty expensive but for a younger child it's not necessary to spend a lot of cash on the player, you'll find quality for well under $100. However, you are in luck because some are priced from $25 and up. There are some that are too cheap and are cheaply built most likely wouldn't last the first year with the average kid. Consider the durability and the most likely outcome from a child dropping the player, because they surely will, at least one time. Especially for young kids avoid glass screens and try to stay on the lower end of the price range.
Something else to consider is whether the player needs to be charged or runs on batteries. Younger, and even some older children are going to be prone to forgetting to turn the player off, so if it takes batteries it could run down often. Something with a long battery life would certainly improve that. Also a feature that automatically shuts the player off after a while of disuse can help a lot.
There are lots of options on the market that meet these qualifications.
Hopefully this helps you get a good start figuring out which mp3 player to get your grandchild.
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