NWZ-B153F

The NWZ-B153F remained an entry-level model in Sony's B Series Network Walkman. The series continued its focus on simple flash-based audio with direct connectivity. It provides 4 GB storage for MP3 and WMA files. An LCD display showed track information, and the lithium-ion battery lasted 18 hours. Direct USB enabled transfers, with FM radio, recording, and ZAPPIN includes.

This unit comes from the late phase of Sony's budget B Series, when the line had become very good at doing exactly what it is meant to do. This is a compact, cheap, low-friction Walkman with FM radio, direct USB transfer, and just enough styling to keep it from feeling disposable. Loading music and using the player is meant to feel almost boringly easy.