Ok so I downloaded the Sandisk Windows software to see if there were any firmware updates and the program won't even open up. I'm running Windows 8 anyone have any luck with this software yet?

I will be buying one of these on Amazon this week.

Yeah I've been using XBMC for years and love it. Mostly for movies and videos but I'm just starting to ad my music to the mix. If you're interested in a slimmer version check out OpenELEC.

I just migrated to the Z10 last month and really like this phone. The music player doesn't pop up consistently in the lock screen though. Anyone having trouble with that?

I'm not disagreeing at all. I'm not worried about how I'm going to control the music. I have been using an AUX in for years. I can't replace the stock stereo on my car because it requires more work than I'm willing to do. The stereo is a part of the same circuit board as the HVAC controls and...

Hook up wise I figured I can use the AUX in my car deck has. This is what I use for the Iphone. I understand FLAC is/could be overkill but keeping one library of music keeps it simple and the confusion down in my house.

A lot of people prefer iTunes, Foobar and Mediamonkey for managing music.

I mentioned it in my original post. I'd like to use FLAC, mostly CD rips for now. I'm not interested in Apples ALAC.

Any suggestions for Portables?

Thanks for pointing out that post. I read it and while there is a ton of interesting and useful information I still will be going with FLAC. I'd rather not convert to Apples ALAC because that my limit my future use and I don't want to keep converting my music in the future.

Hello! I'm new to this forum and found you guys while I was looking for info on FLAC and 24bit music. I'm in the process of migrating from iTunes because I want to start using FLAC and even 24bit FLAC so I know I need to get out of the Apple ecosystem.   In my house I will probably be using my...