ImaginaryFoxJul 20, 2023

What is a good old school mp3/flac player I can simply drag and drop files into and be on my way?

I don't want something I have to deal with some software like iTunes for and would rather plug in the device into any computer and move files and have the player automatically recognize it....

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What is a good old school mp3/flac player I can simply drag and drop files into and be on my way? - asklemmy - kbin.social

I don't want something I have to deal with some software like iTunes for and would rather plug in the device into any computer and move files and have the player automatically recognize it....

Show threadBitSoundJul 20, 2023
Any old Android device should work. It’ll be easiest if the device supports MTP, but USB mass storage should also work. Programs like Rhythmbox will pick up on the device automatically and you can drag&drop music onto it.
Show threadImaginaryFox
Hoping something more compact, since don't really want to carry around a smartphone sized device while running.
Jul 20, 2023 at 12:15amWeb
Show threadBitSoundJul 20, 2023
You could look at the Sansa mp3 player. It’s pretty small, and was still manufactured a few years ago when I bought it. It’s likely available used if they finally axed it.
Show threadImaginaryFoxJul 20, 2023
Yeah I came across one sansa that has Bluetooth. It's a shame these dumb device mp3 players got phased out. I found myself wanting one for when I don't want to carry around a phone for something more compact while still delivering good quality sound.
Show threadcanJul 20, 2023
Sadly I think that market moved to smart watches. Or they tried to push it that way at least
Show threadImaginaryFoxJul 20, 2023
Been looking at mp3 watches too. Want something that is dumb. Don't want to go running around with expensive smart watches that have become so popular.
Show threadcanJul 20, 2023
Could you maybe find an old iPod and install rockbox? is that still a thing?
Rockbox - Free Music Player Firmware

Show threadImaginaryFoxJul 20, 2023
I would love an ipod nano since the build quality is so nice, but sadly they never introduced one with Bluetooth before they got discontinued. Curse these smart devices.
Show threadcanJul 20, 2023
You’d have to add a dongle. Very apple.