Anyone suggest where I can buy a simple MP3 player in Chiang Mai? Something I can load up from a PC? 4GB maybe.

OK then how about a cheap mobile that can play music. No smartphones please. It's for someone that's technologically inept.,

the cheaper nokia and samsung phone would be adequate, the samsungs are a little louder when using the external speaker.

for nokia, look for the 'music express' series if you want a bit better sound.

Posted this before on another thread but still holds true:

I bought Phillips 4Gb 18 months ago after constant trouble with a Samsung U6

Definitely don't buy the cheap Thai ones they are a nightmare.

The Phillips is excellent in every way. No problems, easy to use, very good sound and well-designed armband. Supports many file types Wav Ogg Mp3 and Flac

I couldn't be more pleased with it.

http://www.philips.c...rga04kn_12/prd/

The only drawback is that you might need to go to an authorised Phillips dealer to get one.