Its all about those buttons

Sony

Sony has a couple of new Walkmans out.

Yes, Walkmans, and when you see them, you’re going to want one.

It’s 2023, and most of us stream our music, probably from Spotify or Apple Music.

Someone sitting at a kitchen table with coffee listening to a Sony Walkman with wired headphones.

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But the experience is lacking.

The apps are frustrating, songs regularly disappear from playlists, and whole albums can be pulled.

You never own your music, and you have to pay an ongoing subscription or be cut off entirely.

The 2023 Sony Walkman NW-A306.

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That’s a different story entirely.

“James Dyble, managing director ofGlobal Sound Group, told Lifewire via email.

So why would you bother with one instead of just using your phone?

A 2023 Sony Walkman sitting on a gray surface.

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First, take a look at it.

Yes, physical buttons.

But it’s not all upside.

For a start, you’ll have to carry two devices if you still want to carry your phone.

And it’s possible that you kind of let your music library slip when streaming came along.

App Alternatives

What if you hate streaming apps but dont want to buy a new equipment?

Itscalled Albums, and it is amazing.

No matter how long you leave it between launches, the app opens up exactly where you left off.

And it also integrates with Apple Music, so you’re free to even stream.

Youll be very happy you did.