Long short, this is a terrible DAP lol I bought it based on this thread other reviews. I read the first 50 pages looking for solutions to trying to get the most out of the DX170.
My background in DAP has been with Cowon DAPs, loved everyone especially the J10. I'm not trying to be negative and I've spent time trying to make this DAP work, I'm not asking for a lot but the things that are important (which this DAP claims to have or do) it doesn't. And yes I have updated it to the latest firmware that's listed on the first page.
1. OS is just laggy and terrible, its not refined or smooth to scroll, there are times I hit the OS buttons and nothing happens for 5-10 secs.
I've followed the helpful suggestions in this thread and shut down everything that uses memory. In 2024 honestly is a disgrace, ibasso should be embarrassed with the OS performance.
2. Which brings me on the concerning part, so I use the JetAudio app (paid version) and the only app running, the DAP is so hot that you can't touch it for more than a few secs, I'm on an aircraft, battery going to blow? very concerning how hot this thing gets. I'm trying to cool it down with it on a cool metal arm rest with the AC blowing down on it.
3. Battery life, maybe 4hrs? what happened to 11hrs (+/- 2/3 hrs) I suspect it with the DAP getting hot, has a lot to do with the battery life, JetAudio app might not be coded correct, and I have to take that into account.
4. Not enough power? so for a headset I am using the Bose qc ultra (wired) headphones, does'nt sound as loud as the Cowon DAPs, plus you can't go beyond 100% on volume.
Honestly I don't know what to think, I see many people happy with it in this thread and that's great. For me, this is a short term solution until I find something else.
Am I missing something here? I'm I expecting too much? Happy hear some thoughts.