Toshiba gigabeat V30

79 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Battery (26)
Value for money (23)
Usability (21)
Sound (13)
Design (12)

Negative
Connectivity (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 79 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the design and sound. The usability and value for money are also appreciated, whereas some have doubts about the connectivity. There are some mixed views about the build quality and portability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other MP3 Players the Toshiba gigabeat V30 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Tim Kridel (laptopmag.com)

Toshiba gigabeat MEV30K

For $299, the gigabeat MEV30K combines Portable Media Center's ease of use with a big screen.

Fast processor • Bright, vivid display • Zoom/enhance for viewing image attachments • Long battery life

Extra apps required for attachment editing • IM clients are not preloaded

Dec, 2006

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Expert review by: Paul Miller (engadget.com)

Toshiba Gigabeat V30 reviewed

If you've been on the lookout for a sizable screen to enjoy Microsoft's Portable Media Center and all the interface joys that lie therein, the new Gigabeat V -- which has finally made it to the US in a 30GB, tuner-free version known as the MEV30K -- is...

Oct, 2006

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Consumer review by: experiencesarah (cnet.com)

Toshiba Gigabeat V30 MEV30K (30GB)

For starters, it is hard to turn the player on at times using the slider at the top, and the buttons are very easy to figure out for someone trying to use it randomly. (i.e a friend)

Good battery life

horrible software, difficult buttons, limited accesories

Jan, 2008

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Consumer review by: demi8 (cnet.com)

Toshiba Gigabeat V30 MEV30K (30GB)

For me it is perfect. I have 20 gb's of my music collection installed, already have the portable folding speakers from RadioShack for only $19.95 which work great with player. You will need external speakers. I purchased for $150+50 for 2yr waranty at...

A work of art that sounds just as beautiful. Downloads and install where easy as pie

I read the reviews so I kind of new what to expect, so I have none

Jan, 2007

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Consumer review by: Joel0421 (cnet.com)

Toshiba Gigabeat V30 MEV30K (30GB)

My older daughter got an Ipod video 30 for Christmas and my younger daughter was jealous. I saw this for $147 (now you can get it for 144) and thought it would satisfy her. But, now the Jealousy goes the other way around! I was a little worried when I...

Almost everythig is better than the Ipod

Have not run into any yet

Jan, 2007

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Consumer review by: tduck1990 (cnet.com)

Toshiba Gigabeat V30 MEV30K (30GB)

I researched this item on cnet before i bought it. I must say I agree more closely with the user reviews than the editor review. While I suppose a 60GB would be useful to some, I was able to sync every audio, video, and picture file on my computer with...

The screen size is far superior to any ipod i have seen

Having trouble deleting files from player with media player 11

Jan, 2007

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Consumer review by: train+440 (cnet.com)

Toshiba Gigabeat V30 MEV30K (30GB)

This player has a nice sized screen that looks fairly decent. It is not as bad as they make it out to be. I like the gui/ menu system. The problem with the player is the cheap plastic trim that wraps around the player. A drop from 1 foot and it is done...

Big screen, cheap price ($150), good battery life

bad constuction, lack of costomer service

Jan, 2007

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Toshiba gigabeat V30

alaTest has collected and analyzed 60 user reviews of the Toshiba gigabeat V30 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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87% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Amelia Ruben (amazon.com)

it's up to you

first of all...the warranty on this thing is excellent...i sent mine in about a month after i got it (july last year) and they sent it back working fine (audio line didn't work)...but after the warranty that's when it started breaking down...i used an...

Sep, 2008

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Consumer review by: Royce Burton (amazon.com)

Gigabeat for education too.

I have had my Gigabeat for 2 1/2 years and have read(listened to) over 300 books. Your library has them for free. (all categories, even children's books) What a way to exercise, take a walk,or just lay out in the sun. You can catch up on all your...

Apr, 2008

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Product Specifications

The Toshiba MEV30K Portable Video Player puts all of your entertainment needs in the palm of your hand. With a big, bright 3.5" diagonal LCD screen, the MEV30K lets you enjoy full, feature length movies! And getting videos is really easy! Whether you subscribe to movie services like or record videos on your PC, the newest member of the gigabeat family lets you take your entertainment with you.If you never seem to find the time to print all of your digital still images from your camera, the MEV30K is your answer. Simply connect your digital camera via the USB input and all of your images will download onto your gigabeat - no need to connect to your PC either! Of course you are not always going to watch movies, there will be those short commutes to work when you might just want to sit back, relax and enjoy your favorite music. That's why the MEV30K also lets you download your favorite music from subscription sites and even rip your favorite CDs. It even has a built-in speaker so that you can share your music with your friends.