CNN provides us with their impressions of Microsoft’s “Zune” player in this news segment. What are your thoughts? Video after the jump.
Watch as Soledad O’Brien whips out an iPod shuffle for seemingly no reason; marvel as Miles O’Brien demand that Microsoft hire better design guys. Overall, an extraordinarily in-depth review
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Toshiba unveils two new GigaBeat MP3 players: the 1GB P10K ($120) and 2GB P20K ($150). Both models feature a 1.1-inch (96 x 96) OLED display, a built-in FM tuner, USB connectivity, 5 preset EQ modes, voice recorder, and up to 14-hours of continuous audio playback. They measure 83 x 31.9 x 12.9mm and weigh 50g. Available next month in Japan. More images after the jump. [via NewLaunches]
GenerationMP3 reviews the Sony NW-S700 and NW-S600 digital audio players. Available in 1GB-4GB capacities, they feature an integrated FM tuner, noise cancellation technology, a quick charge function, channel separation, line-in recording, and an incredible 50-hour battery life. Video after the jump. Here’s the verdict:
These new Sony walkmans are rather good. Their principal asset is their sound quality which excellent, and is accompanied by a good set of earphones. Sony put the emphasis on the sound level and that is apparent with its Noise Cancelling technology on the S700
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Gizmodo tests the Microsoft “Zune” to see just how long it takes to transfer a song from one player to another — it’s quite speedy to say the least. Video after the jump.
Gawker videographer Richard Blakeley filmed the exchange which took under 30 seconds from start to finish using Art Brut’s “Emily Kane” as our music guinea pig (the song is a 2.41-minute track)
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Sure, you can get an iPod or any other MP3 player for long bike trips, but Hammacher Schlemmer’s new device “securely attaches to a standard 1-inch bike frame with a plastic clamp” for easy navigation. It comes with 1GB of internal memory, an SD/MMC card slot, water-resistant casing, and built-in stereo speakers. Best of all, it’s priced at just $129.95.
If you’re the type who rides their bike everywhere and is looking for yet another accessory to have to take with you every time you lock your ride up then grab one of these
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At $25,000, the limited edition TrekStor i.Beat organix Gold boasts a OLED display, 2GB of internal memory, built-in FM tuner, SRS WOW sound enhancement, line-in recording, and a 18 carat 750 gold case, adorned with 63 one carat diamonds. More pictures and a video (Spanish) after the jump.
Jewelers Wenthe in Mannheim/Germany put over 100 hours of pains-taking handiwork into the exquisite gadget. Interested consumers will be able to see it live over the coming months at Saturn, Media Markt and others in Germany and Spain and also buy it for 19.999 euro [$25,000]. The i.Beat organix Gold will be exhibited in a specially designed glass display cabinet and protected by professional bodyguards
Engadget managed to get their hands on a “Zune” test unit and gives us a “comprehensive tour of just about everything this device can do — every menu, submenu, function, and feature.” Video after the jump.
Then we’ll transfer some songs and images, expire our three plays (before those three days run up, of course), and watch some clips. If you want to know what it’s like to sit down and play with the anti-iPod, we’re ready for ya
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Jason Chen of Gizmodo recently got the chance to review Microsoft’s upcoming “Zune” player. Preorder here for $249.99, slated for release on November 14th. Video after the jump. Here’s the bottom line:
Overall, this seems pretty promising. I can’t find any mis-steps or anything where I have to ask “wait, this is dumb, why did you do this?” in both the player and the software. The Zune itself is very sexy, and feels nice to the touch—not too heavy. We can’t wait to do another hands on as the launch date approaches. Oh, and I still can’t decide which color is my favorite
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PCMag reviews Apple’s new iPod Shuffle 2G, which manages to cram 1GB of internal memory, a built-in clip, and up to 12-hours of continuous audio playback into a sleek 0.5-ounce package. Here’s the bottom line:
The second-generation iPod shuffle is impressively small, and the built-in clip makes it ideal for working out, running, or just casual listening. Its lack of a screen or any extras like an FM tuner—or even support for many iPod accessories—is countered by its impressively diminutive size and low price
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TUAW reader Nathan provides us with the first live shots of the 2nd-generation iPod Shuffle, which officially goes on sale November 3rd, priced at just $79.99 (1GB). More pics after the jump.
While Apple’s second-generation iPod Shuffle was unveiled quite some time ago, shipments just recently started flooding out of Cupertino’s (or China’s) doors to eager early adopters. Even more recently, Apple announced retail availability to the enthrallment of those who’d rather brave mall traffic than take advantage of free shipping