Iriver Clix

The Iriver Clix is a small portable media player released in late May of 2006, as the second product in a short line of similar media players from Iriver. It may not have a touchscreen, but it does use a patented input operation called the "D-click" system, where operations can only be done by pressing and/or holding down on any of the 4 sides of the screen, to navigate and perform any desired functions. (This system would be used later in newer media players)

The Clix goes beyond the standards of other media players, which are your typical capabilities of listening to audio and video, making music playlists, and viewing uploaded images/pictures. The Clix allows users to view Unicode text files, listen to the radio on-the-go with its built-in FM tuner, make voice AND FM recordings with it's built-in microphone, and even play Flash Lite games and animation.

One of the few unique sound features of the Iriver Clix is 3D sound technology, using SRS WOW, and Custom EQ settings so users can tune the audio to whatever they prefer. Another special feature is a special button on its side called the Smart Key, which can be augmented to conveniently perform a feature of your choice once pressed.

For accessories, the Clix has your usual carrying case with an arm band, and a charging dock. The dock in question, however, comes with features that aren't normal to be part of it. Unlike the proprietary connector that the Clix normally uses, the dock is a mini USB converter, so you can charge it and sync it with the more common (and thus more reliable)standard. Other characteristics of the dock are built-in stereo speakers, additional line in (for external speakers or microphone), a snooze button at the top so it can be used like an alarm clock, and a remote control for wireless navigation from the dock.

Here are the important specs:

• Brand: Iriver
• Display: 2.2 18-bit 320x240 TFT LCD
• Memory: Built-in memory
  • Available capacities: 1GB, 2GB, 4GB
  • memory type: flash
• supported codecs:
  • Audio: MP3*, OGG, WMA
  • Video: MP4, AVI, WMV
  • Misc: TXT (Unicode), SWF*, JPG (*For Flash games)
• Battery:
  • Type: Li-poly rechargeable
  • Voltage: 3.7v
  • Capacity: 720mAH
  • Size:(LxWxH) 1.61" x 1.15" x 0.15"
  • Weight: 1.6oz
• Charging/sync cable: proprietary connector
• Weight: 2.5oz
• Size:(WxHxD) 2.7 x 1.8 x 0.6"
• Minimum required OS: Windows XP (with SP1)
• All accessories:
  • Charging dock (refer to 'accessories' bio)
  • FM transmitter (for full FM spectrum)
  • Carrying case with arm band

*iriver is a registered trademark of iriver Limited in Korea and/or other countries and is used under license.*

Iriver Clix (''U10 and Clix 2'') on Wikipedia

Archived 2016 Teardown Guide (AnythingButIpod)

CNET's review of the Iriver Clix

In-depth specs and features (bhPhotoVideo)