Belkin Neoprene Armband for Zune 4/8/16 GB (Black/Gray) Reviews

• A little on the tight side

  
  By A3MT8I0MFD5UQS on 2008-04-02
  This is a really small armband. It's okay for women and gentlemen without especially manly arms, but if you're more than 15" around the bicep, look elsewhere.
  
  

• In general, not bad for the price, but could be better

  
  By A1R9YYDZWQ62C1 on 2008-04-22
  This is my first armband for an MP3 player, so I cannot compare it to other armbands in terms of how comfortable it is.
  
  What I like about it is that it's easy to wash, and is low maintenance. Also, you do not need to press the controller in the zune when it is inside the armband, but its touch features work correctly.
  
  I like that you can see the whole screen, but the plastic in the front is kind of reflective, which makes it sometimes tough depending on the lighting. No big deal, since it's an armband, and not designed to watch the screen, but to carry the device while training, keeping it out of the way.
  
  My biggest complain is that it is not as easy as it should to take the Zune out and put it back in, plus the pocket is a little too big for the Zune, so you have to move it around a little bit before you can connect your headset. Also, I haven't been able to set it yet correctly and comfortably around my arm, always either too loose or two tight; but this might be my own issue.
  
  A way to keep the headset cables under control would have been appreciated.
  
  

• Way too tight

  
  By A3SAL42Z9OMTJK on 2008-05-18
  If you work your arms, or if you're heavy, DO NOT buy this. It will not fit around any upper arm that has any muscle or fat.
  
  

• it fell apart right away!

  
  By A1XXRBAB53CRA1 on 2008-04-14
  This was the only neoprene armband for Zune I could find, and was excited to get it because I run long distances and was tired of holding the Zune the whole way.
  
  When I got it, however, the clear plastic cover that holds the Zune in its compartment peeled right off, accidentally and with almost no force applied. I was very disappointed. Subsequent attempts to glue it back on with some fancy super glue works for a few days, but ultimately it falls off. Would have been better engineered to be stitched on, perhaps.
  
  I do not recommend this at all, and am sorry I bought it. Plus I paid $17 in shipping to get it ASAP and it took 4 days anyway, for a product that is super lightweight.
  
  

• US Overseas

  
  By A1IWHVEFL9MGU9 on 2008-06-29
  I tried to buy this product for my daughter and have it shipped to an APO (American Post Office) which has a US zip code. Being in the military I do not have many things available while overseas. Amazon said they can not ship neoprene overseas. Well I did the research and neoprene can be shipped overseas. I actually owe Amazon a bit of thanks for their vender being so anti-miliatary and not shipping to a US Postal Address. Becaus of their refusal for my money I went to [...] not only did they take my money, they shipped it to me and the exact same product [...]. I know Amazon can't control their vendors shipping policies, but Amazon does select their vendors
  
  
• Exactly what I was looking for!
  By A21STQ266WTJ58 on 2008-10-03
  I've never been one who submits product reviews, however, oddly enough I do research them before buyting something. On this particular product I read the reviews before I purchased this product, and it seems that there is a lot of mixed feelings over it. I was almost shying away from buying it, and then I found it on Amazon for a really great price, so I went for it.
  
  My motivation to get it was I'm a formity type buyer, when I bought my Zune 8G I was dissapointed there was no sport band for it. A year agod I switched my life from Mac to PC (yes i'm a PC!) and the Zune was part of that change over. I could have bought a different sports band, but waited, as I knew it would not be long before this product existed.
  
  What the reviews said was that it was "small", that it was not durable, that it was difficult to get in and out of it's sleeve, that the touch pad did not work, and that you could not leave it in the band while charging.
  
  Well regarding the small accusation, unless your Hulk Hogan I think you'll be fine. I'm a 27 y/o former division one athlete, who keeps himself in good shape. I run several times a week, use this while at the gym, and use it while spending hours on the driving range and putting green, and it doesn't bother me. It's snug, but certainly not uncomfortable. Regarding the durability I've not had an issue at all, it still looks to be brand new. I LOVE the key holder (a reasonably sized slit in the band where you can slip your key in while you jog, etc., which was a consumate issue for me). I've experienced no issues regarding the touch pad while in the sleeve at all. I've actually got to remember to lock it,cuz it works so well. As far as getting in and out of the sleeve, i do it often, as I plug it in to the auxilery adapter in my car, every day, and have no issues. I mean if your a gorilla who has trouble using your opposable thumb, it might be difficult. But I'm confident that it's not going to come out of the sleeve, which is important to me. I don't have to wrestle it to get it out at all, so ease your mind there. The only thing I can't "defend" is the USB cable connection while in the sleeve. It's true that you can't plug the USB cable in to charge it. Though, to me this is totally a non issue. I take it out often as said, and don't like to leave the Zune in the armband so the who thing has an opporutnity to air out. I don't know why this would be an issue for anybody, as it's not for me.
  
  Well, that's my thoughts, i'm fully satisfied, and think you will be too.
  
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• Great
  By A3VVI3SL8L0EMM on 2008-04-05
  Works great, has a nice key holder for your key if you run outta your home. it's a comfertable fit, and durable material.
  
  
• Works Great!!!
  By A1HUNNB2DQEGJM on 2008-04-27
  Perfect for walking....frees up your hands for water bottles and just to keep them free. Only down side is you have to take it out of the case to connect to the computer.
  
  
• Works good
  By A1S0DLT0UOK1GC on 2008-04-29
  I've used this product for about 2 weeks now and I have been very happy with it. It holds the zune very securely and the plastic front doesn't effect the controls or the screen. I am always taking it out almost daily so I can plug it in to sync it and charge it. I am a little concerned that the rubber backing may get worn out after a while due to taking it in and out so much. It would be nice if there was a built in slot at the bottom for the charging connector. If someone has bigger arms the band may not fit around without it being too tight. Other than those things I have been very happy with this product.
  
  
• good
  By A1KBSZHL2CWTD8 on 2008-05-02
  My zune fits in very tight while in the armband. Other than that it is working out just fine.
  
  
• Mike
  By A1S99S15AJ9YXT on 2008-05-09
  I read through several reviews about this product on many sites. Most of the reviews were average. A few people thought that this product was for people with smaller arms. I mistakenly thought they were exaggerating. I am an averaged sized male and this product barely fits over my forearms. In the past 10 years, I have owned at least 3 different mp3 players, and I have never bought such a bad accessory (way too small). PLEASE make sure that you try this product out before buying it. Compared to other arm bands that I have bought it is far superior.
  
  
• nope
  By A24RA3U2V8P71R on 2008-05-12
  it fit the zune well, hard to put it in or take it out....
  
  
  i dont think its a heavy duty though using it as a daily basis.
  
  
• Very Awesome Product
  By AAS9BC7VZ5T62 on 2008-05-25
  I recently bought an 8G Zune and needed an armband for running. It's durable, comfortable, and even has a key holder**** BIG Plus in my books. I strongly recommend to others to purchase, fast shipping as well!!!
  
  
• Get this
  By A3D5L6GTVGK66 on 2008-05-31
  If you got a Zune, you work out hard, then this armband is a must
  
  
• Good product , IF.........
  By A1JYTWPKHD4K18 on 2008-06-03
  Its a good product but like one of the other reviewers wrote "if your a female or a gentleman without manly arms" (lol) I took his advice and I basically bought it for my girlfriend and it works great. She runs and works out everyday and it has yet to come apart like some of the other reviewers have written as well (she has had it over a month with np). Then again couldve been luck of the draw.
  
  
• good armband for workouts
  By A314WUCKIW9WE9 on 2008-06-23
  I bought this armband, well..because it's the only one available for a Zune...I have very sensitive skin and unfortunately, i'm allergic to the metal on the band-i'm also allergic to belt buckles, too!! However, aside from my weird allergy, i really like this armband because it stays out of the way when i workout and i can still press the buttons on the Zune and it does what i want it to do!! Overall, a really good buy!
  
  
• Great Accessory
  By A20AZARUCEHAMR on 2008-06-25
  I purchased the Belkin armband for the Zune for my wife and she loves it. She's very active and does alot of biking , walking and gardening with it on and has not run into a problem. I heard some reviews calling it small but it seemed to fit around my arm OK and I'm a normal sized individual.
  
  If there is any downside it's that the Zune has to be coaxed out for updating, I wish there was an opening to plug in the USB cable without removing it from the armband. But, all in all, that's a minor thing. Great product!
  
  
• Comfortable and Convenient
  By A1IU4YXE19TPW7 on 2008-07-05
  This armband is extremely versatile and comfortable. My Zune stays stuck to my arm and keeps my Zune close, so my tunes continue bumping in my ears while I workout. Great buy for so little money. Incredible value!
  
  
• Very nice but could be better.
  By A2O775LJ3MJI3B on 2008-07-16
  I really like the armband. The controls work well through the plastic cover. If you have large arms you will need to be creative in placement. The one real negative to me is that you have to remove your zune in order to plug in the charging/sync cable.
  
  
• Nice design, but poor quality
  By A1C9DCI68EPDY1 on 2008-07-27
  I bought this armband as a gift, and within the 1st week, the glue came off the velcro and the band. Poor quality. We didn't want to hassle of returning the item, so we just glued the bands together ourselves.
  
  

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