Hi Sue. Welcome to the list. As for internal speakers, we did talk about it before. I personally don't want an internal speaker, but I will admit the ear buds that come with the unit is rather uncomfortable. You can buy headphones that are comfortable, or you can also buy a set of external speakers. They are quite portable and have a good sound. They can be purchased from almost any electronic store and are inexpensive. HTH! Mark ----- Original Message ----- From: Sue To: bookport@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Sent: Saturday, February 04, 2006 5:15 PM Subject: [bookport] Internal Speaker Hi, This is my first message to the list. I have had a bookport since December last year, and think it is great. I was wondering whether you have thought about an internal speaker? I guess that would make the device a bit bulky, but I really don't like ear buds!!! However, I find the buttons are great, and wouldn't like them flush with the machine. Sue. sjfryer@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx