Xiomara Blanco is an associate editor for CNET Reviews. She's a Bay Area native with a knack for tech that makes life easier and more enjoyable. So, don't expect her to review printers anytime soon.

A no-frills MP3 player that punches above its weight. Dedicated portable audio devices have taken a back seat in recent years. Smartphones, meanwhile, have become an all-encompassing gadget with ...