iRiver is a South Korean electronics brand that specializes in portable digital audio and video players, including MP3 players and media players. iRiver's mission is to give users total enjoyment through their products - whether it be music, movies or other multimedia.
Founded in 1999 in Seoul, South Korea.
Originally a subsidiary of SK Group, one of South Korea's largest conglomerates.
iRiver's first product was the iMP-100, the world's first MP3 CD player.
In 2003, iRiver released the iHP-100 series, which was the first portable player to support FLAC format.
In 2009, the company changed its name to iriver Inc.
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High-end portable audio players that support high-resolution audio and have premium build quality.
Portable audio players that support high-resolution audio and have a more affordable price point.
Bluetooth speakers with portable designs.
iRiver products can be bought on their official website or on various online stores like Amazon or Best Buy.
iRiver players support a wide variety of audio formats including MP3, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, and DSD.
Yes, iRiver players are compatible with both Macs and PCs.
No, iRiver players do not have built-in streaming capabilities, but you can connect them to your phone or other device to access streaming services through apps like Tidal or Spotify.
Yes, iRiver products come with a limited one-year warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship.