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Many cell phones save recorded video and audio in 3GP container files, and not just phones on 3G networks; many on 2G networks do, too. While plenty of media players (such as VLC) can play 3GP files, a lot of people prefer to convert their recorded audio to MP3s for maximum versatility, as it's much easier to share MP3s and use them with other programs. Shiver's 3GP to MP3 Converter Plus freeware simplifies the task. It can convert even large 3GP files into MP3s without reducing quality.
This program's appearance is plain; it's hard to imagine a more down-to-business user interface than 3GP to MP3 Converter Plus possesses. The compact rectangle layout has two entry fields, each with a Browse button, though only the field labeled "3GP to convert" is active; the Save As field stays gray until needed. A Status panel displays the progress of both the Convert and To processes; beyond that, there's just a Convert button.
Many newer phones (like ours) save audio and video in different formats, such as 3GA or MP3, but we had some 3GP files in our archives. Using 3GP to MP3 Converter Plus couldn't be simpler. We browsed to our file and selected it, then selected an output destination and pressed Convert. The program converted our file in what seemed like no time. We opened the destination folder and then opened our converted file with our usual media player. It played normally, so, mission accomplished. There's no Help file for 3GP to MP3 Converter Plus, nor is one needed; this simple freeware has one purpose, to convert 3GP files to MP3 files, and you either need it or you don't. If you do need to convert your 3GP files to MP3s, try 3GP to MP3 Converter Plus.
Publisher's Description
From Shiver:
3GP to MP3 Converter is a great way to convert video files recorded with your cell phone into a more common format. 3GP to MP3 Converter is a tool to convert 3GP files to MP3 files so that they can be played in Windows Media Player. The simple and friendly interface makes the program very easy to use. This free 3GP to MP3 converter is an easy-to-use tool and it can quickly convert large 3GP files without reducing quality.
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All versions:
2.4 starsout of 13 votes
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Current version:
2.4 starsout of 13 votes
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"Oh Cnet - what happened to you???"
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
No pros - this is chock full of spam (and spam that's annoying to remove). Little program is probably okay, but there seems to be no way to download it without "Free Games" crap getting everywhere in the hard drive.
Cons
Cnet, I trusted you! I trusted you not to have programs like this in your downloads. Was this just a lapse in vigilance? Or a sign of things to come? Little shocks me these days, but I was actually shocked when I saw the amount of 'free games' spam spewing out of this download.
Summary
Steer clear of this massively annoying spam spewer. No good, Cnet, no good!
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"works.....i suppose"
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
converts 3gp to mp3
does what it says on the tin
doesnt take too longCons
quality loss after converting to mp3 is quite significant, so no good for me
spelling is terribleSummary
cant complain because it works
but i need something that converts to a better quality mp3 file. or at least something close to the quality of original file -
"Works as described"
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
Fast, works as described. Small program too
Cons
I don't like the new CNET installer one bit
Summary
This program works like a champ on my Windows 7 PC. I'm not sure why others have had issues.
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"piece of crap. it did NOT work at all."
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
none whatsoever
I wish they could be sued for passing off false claims.Cons
defective software.
Summary
negative
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"Doesn't work, Please remove from site!"
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
No pros, it doesn't work unless you count the spam it loads on your system. I did do the custom install though...
Cons
Hey it doesn't work take it off the site. It damages your reputation and makes you into a malware distributor.
Summary
Doesn't work in Windows 7. Utterly Useless....
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"Does not work"
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
No pros at all!
Cons
Does not work on Windows 7 = waste of time to install
I suspect it of installing spyware = infection of pc + more waste time...
I agree with the user that said it should be removed from CNET - what are you guys waiting for?! -
"Worked as intended"
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
This application does exactly what it's supposed to. It converts a 3gp audio file into an mp3 file. Very basic, very easy to use. The negative reviews suggest user error and/or users not reading the part where they can opt out of the extra software. Half start off due to the program containing several misspelled words, however, I don't really care, most likely written by a foreigner.
Cons
The only con I can think of is that it only converts to the mp3 file format. It'd be sweet if it could convert to other formats, but that's not what the program intended to do, so I understand why it doesn't.
Summary
All around useful application for those who record audio on their cell phone and want to be able to convert the sound to something more uniform for editing or playback.
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"Spyware - Do not install"
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
none. There are no pros
Cons
Contains spyware.
Summary
This should be removed from CNET
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"--- Contains spyware ---"
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
Sorta works
Cons
This download contains the SPYWARE program called "Incredimail."
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"Didn't work for me either."
Version: 3GP to MP3 Converter 1.0
Pros
Very simple interface
Cons
Program does not work.
Summary
Installed on windows XP to convert 3gp file located on local drive of PC. Selected the file, said it converted it, and all it did was create an empty 1 second mp3. Useless. Uninstalled.
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- Publisher
- Shiver
- Publisher Web Site
- http://www.shumanim.com
- Release Date
- September 19, 2009
- Date Added
- September 24, 2009
- Version
- 1.0
Category
- Category
- Video Software
- Subcategory
- Video Converters
System Requirements
- Operating Systems
- Windows 7, Windows 2003, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows NT, Windows Server 2008
- Additional Requirements
- Microsoft .NET Framework 2
Download Information
- File Size
- 2.53MB
- File Name
- 3GP_to_mp3_converter_c.exe
Popularity
- Total Downloads
- 288,390
- Downloads Last Week
- 3,010
Pricing
- License Model
- Free
- Limitations
- Not available
- Price
- Not available
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