Portable Media Player

[andy-hughes]

I am looking for a portable media player.

I need one that will play MP3 and MP4 files, but a lot only seem to mention MP3, but they do say WMA as well.

Do I need a player that specifically advises MP4 to get it to play those files?

Bit of a puzzler, so any help appreciated, thanks.

[Buenchico]

Most people already have an MP4 player. It's called a mobile phone (which usually has a far better screen than a dedicated media player anyway).

However if you want to find a standalone device I suggest that you specifically search for an 'mp4 player' (rather than for a 'media player', or whatever). That comes up with things like this:
http://www.argos.co.uk/product/9082177

[ToraToraTora]

yeah Andy, you can do all that on your phone.

[andy-hughes]

Thanks Chris.

Will an 'MP3' player play MP4 files, and vice versa, or do I need one that specifically advertises playing MP3 and MP4? Thanks.

[Buenchico]

Many MP3 players don't even have a screen so, clearly, they're not going to play MP4 video files. (My MP3 player, that I use in my car because it has a built-in transmitter to send a signal to the car's radio, looks like this for example: https://tinyurl.com/yac2ew3a )

However I'd expect most MP4 players to be capable of handling MP3 files (but I'd advise checking on the specifications before making a purchase).

[kvalidir]

You need something that specifies MP4 ( which can be video, audio or titles), but most MP4 players will handle MP3.

[anotheoldgit]

I have one of those Phillips player that Buenchico supplied the link to, it's a marvellous piece of kit and although I have already loaded loads of music onto it, there still seems ample of space left.