Apple today unveiled its all-new 2nd generation iPod Shuffle. Tiny enough (0.55-ounces) to slip in your pocket, it boasts 1GB of memory, USB connectivity, and up to 12-hours of continuous playback. This player will retail at $79.00 when released in October. More information here. [via Apple – zipped]
CNet Asia reviews the sleek Creative Zen Neeon 2. Available in 1GB ($125.95), 2GB ($170.26), or 4GB ($195.58) capacities, this player features a 1.5-inch CSTN display, FM tuner, USB 2.0 connectivity, and an impressive 20 hour battery life (audio). It measures just 81 x 42 x 12.5 mm and weighs only 50g. Here’s the verdict:
The Zen Neeon 2 is a quality update on its predecessor, but it still has some way to go before challenging the iPod nano. Sleek new design; good battery life; decent overall audio quality. The bad: Reliance on a single video format; old scroll wheel design; letterboxing on all videos
[via CNet]
The stylish HD30GB9 is Kenwood’s first foray into digital audio players, and it’s definitely no slouch. Boasting a 30GB HDD, 2.2-inch TFT display, “Supreme EX” sound enhancement technology, USB 2.0 connectivity, and up to 20-hours continuous playback. Supported formats include MP3, WMA, WAV, and “Kenwood Lossless”. It measures 61 x 17 x 104mm and weighs only 140g. Available late September, priced at $385. [via Kenwood]
CNet reviews the Cowon iAudio T2. Available in 512MB, 1GB, or 2GB capacities, this digital audio player boasts a 65k color OLED display, FM tuner, 23+23 mW Output power @ 16 Ohms with a s/n ratio of 95 dB, and up to 12 hours of continuous playback. The T2 measures 29.0 x 52.6 x 13.5 mm and weighs 24.5g. Here’s the verdict:
Mac and Windows users in need of a small, music-centric MP3 player with great sound quality and an FM tuner will be pleased by the Cowon iAudio T2
[via DAPReview]
Teclast’s latest digital media player, the TL-T29, features a Zune-inspired design, 4GB of Flash memory, a 2.0-inch 176 x 220 display, built-in FM tuner, dual-core sound processing chip, and a voice recorder. It measures 73.5 x 42.1 x 9.8mm and has an impressive 24-hour battery life. Pricing and availabiliy have not yet been announced. [via DAPReview]
Available in 128MB – 1GB capacities, the PowerDisk is a nifty MP3 player watch with integrated Bluetooth, allowing you to use wireless headsets for listening on-the-go. It’s powered by a removable lithium battery and supports MP3/WMA audio files. No word yet on pricing and availability. [via engadget]
SanDisk has just unveiled its C200-series of entry-level digital audio players. They come in either 1GB ($80) or 2GB ($100) varieties and weigh just 1.51-ounces (with battery). Other perks include a 1.4-inch TFT display, FM tuner, voice recorder, a microSD card slot, and up to 15-hours continuous playback. It supports MP3, WMA, and WMA (DRM) audio formats. No word yet on availability. [via DailyTech]
Gizmodo provides us with a hands on look at the Samsung YP-K5. Available in 1GB, 2GB, or 4GB capacities, the YP-K5 features a bright 1.7-inch OLED display, an integrated speaker, FM tuner, touch-sensitive navigation buttons, and USB 2.0 connectivity. Supported formats include MP3, WMA, OGG, ASF, and JPG. Here’s what Brian Lam had to say:
Awesome mini boom box, innovative design, great alarm clock, but only if you can get over the chubby form factor. The player goes for 6 hours in speaker mode, and 30 hours with earbuds. And it’ll charge in 5 hours by USB, or 3 hours through a wall charger
[via Gizmodo]
Yes, the REGEN is a batteryless MP3 player that’s powered by the action of Yo-yoing. It can store up to 200 songs on its built-in hard drive. A touch screen LCD display allows you to control the player and view time/song information. Pricing and availability have not yet been announced.
Start Yo-yoing around 10 -12 tosses and you are good to go. Dont worry about the headphones while you yo-yo as Bluetooth wireless headphones are included for your hearing pleasure
[via GenerationMP3 – NewLaunches]
