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Problems 1. Two units failed. First unit lost volume control. Second unit, randomly losses station, volume spikes! and stays loud, will not shut off, initial good reception has recently failed - in short poorly constructed. 2. problems with design a) charging off a USB port! When past radios died I switched out rechargable AA batteries and unit is ready. NOW I have a radio that requires a running computer, it never charges if the computer is shut off. This Design is is garbage 3. No AM station 4. Carrier makes difficult to get unit out, and operate with unit in carrier. 5. I wish I would have written my issues down. I would have more. My only regret is the Zune is my only alternative, and I do not know if $170 is necessary for my needs.
What's great about it: HD radio when it is working
What's not so great: Poor Battery and USB Recharge. AA Batteries that can be replaced better