- Brand Name: Pioneer
- Model: GEX-INNO1-P
- Device Type: Satellite Radio/MP3 Player
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Amazon.com Review The original lineup of XM2Go products (the MyFi, Tao, and Airware) were the first attempt from either XM or Sirius at providing a truly portable satellite radio receiver. As first-generation products, they offered such tantalizing features as a built-in antenna for receiving live XM broadcasts on the go and the ability to record content for playback later. But, like many first-generation products, these technologies were not yet perfected.
Fast-forward a few years: the sequel--the Pioneer Inno--is a radical step forward in both performance, features, and design. (Note: Samsung's Helix is essentially the same model with a slightly different shell.) Boasting a much smaller form factor, slick casing, color screen, and simple user interface, the Inno is the first satellite radio player to make people think twice about buying a straight-up MP3 player.
 With the Inno, you can receive and play live satellite broadcasts while you're on the go. View larger. |
 XM radio offers an incredible selection of music, sports, talk, and more. |
That's important because not only does the Inno receive all of XM's great content, but it also has built-in storage for your MP3 collection. You can either record up to 50 hours of live XM content into memory, or split it for 25 hours of XM and 25 hours of your personal tunes. Having the option to load a few hundred songs is the perfect antidote for when you're in an area where the Inno can't receive a live signal.
Having some backup entertainment is great, but rest assured that with the Inno, antenna reception is much improved. The Inno's stubby antenna (think a slightly thicker antenna than on your mobile phone) pulled in rock-solid reception all around downtown Seattle, even when placed inside a jacket pocket. Performance will vary depending on your location relative to XM's satellites and network of ground-based repeaters, but it's way better than any of the original XM2Go units. Adding XM's antenna headphones can improve your experience even more.
Thanks to a 10-minute buffer, the Inno is also able to download an entire song from XM, even if you decide to hit record at the end of the song. Connect your player to your PC once you're at home and you'll instantly have the option of downloading that song for keeps via XM's new partnership with Napster.
Another highlight of the interface is the navigation pad. To go directly to a channel, hit the left arrow and then use the virtual keypad to punch in the channel number. If you just want to surf around, hit the right arrow and the display groups the channels by category (Rock, News, Sports, etc.).
The Inno comes with a remote control, a home dock with relevant cables and antenna, nice earbud headphones, software, and more. The rechargeable battery lasted about 4 hours when playing live XM programming, and it will last longer for MP3 playback. An adjustable color screen is another great addition, as it's much easier to see in sunlight and it gives the Inno a high-end feel.
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Pioneer's Inno is the complete entertainment package!! And now, it's available in pink. The Inno is a satellite radio that lets you listen to live XM broadcasts at home, on the go, and even in the car! The Inno lets you store individual songs or entire blocks of XM programming and listen to them anytime you'd like. Or you can upload some of your favorite MP3 and WMA files, and create playlists that include MP3s/WMAs and the songs you've recorded from XM. The Pioneer Inno offers the long-awaited combination of MP3 and live XM Satellite Radio reception in a sleek, handheld device. The wearable radio delivers XM's 160 digital radio channels of commercial-free music and premier sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming live and nationwide. It plays MP3s and WMAs, and it has a time-shifting memory mode for storage and playback of XM content. A particularly innovative feature of the Inno allows the user to ?bookmark? songs heard on XM, connect the Inno to a personal computer, and instantly purchase the songs from the XM + Napster online service. The Pioneer Inno has 1GB of memory storage capacity for MP3 files, WMA files, and XM programming, which can store up to 50 hours of content. At only 4.4 ounces and 3.4in. x 1.9in. x .67in., the Inno is extremely light and easy to take along anywhere. In addition to the XM + Napster feature of the Inno, it has a full-color 180 X 180 pixels TFT display and a user-friendly interface for saving and deleting content. Users can build personal playlists using a mix of XM content and tracks from their own digital music collection. The Inno has a memory buffer to make it easy to store an entire track heard in XM, even if the user starts storing it in the middle of a song. Inno also has a built-in, wireless FM transmitter that beams XM to any car stereo radio. It offers a personal stock ticker and sports ticker. XM Radio is a satellite based radio system. It requires a monthly subscription fee for reception.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
inno works well but needs a better antenna,
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This review is from: Pioneer Inno XM2go Portable Satellite Radio/MP3 Player (Pink) (Electronics)
in our rural area the inno works pretty well. indoors, you have to move it around a little and then hold it still once you've found a good spot. I can usually find a good spot in each room. this is without the docking station antenna. When you use the docking station antenna, the reception is perfect. Outside the inno gets a signal most of the time. Somtimes I have to put it on a different side of my body to keep a signal. Overall i'm pleased with the Inno. I cant wait for the antenna technology to improve. I may try the antenna headphones.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect,
By L. Cariglio "The Momma" (Cheshire, CT) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Pioneer Inno XM2go Portable Satellite Radio/MP3 Player (Pink) (Electronics)
I love the Inno just what I was looking for. However the only issue I have is when I walk with it the reception is not consistent. To correct that problem I record my stations and listen to my playlists when I walk. Perfect XM radio! I would highly recommend the Inno.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inno is JUST GREAT,
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This review is from: Pioneer Inno XM2go Portable Satellite Radio/MP3 Player (Pink) (Electronics)
We are confirmed XM owners and this Inno is a keeper. It took me a few minutes to set it up, and in no time I was jamming at the office. Now all I have to do is get some computer speakers and I am in business. In my area - South FLorida - the XM reception is great, and I have the desk receiver aimed NE and it is still clear as a bell. I am still trying to figure out the programming process - it is not quite as intuitive as I wanted, but I can guts it out :-) The pink case is tres chic and makes me feel good since I am a b/c survivor. All in all a good product.
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