July 3rd, 2008 by
Filed under: Handhelds, Portable Audio, Portable Video
These days, the cool kids are looking to do more than just play back the freshest jams on their portable media player. We’re talking video, PVR, WiFi, the works. Have a listen at Marco’s question, and if you think you could do one better, send in your inquiry to ask at engadget dawt com:
“I’m looking for a new PMP, but I want a unit that can do it all. A large screen, big hard drive, support for lots of codecs, PVR functionality, TV output, etc. I’d also like Bluetooth and / or WiFi if possible. I don’t mind units that are somewhat bulky, but I want one with a great user interface and decent battery life. Any help here?”
Yeah, he totally just called the Archos / Cowon fanboys from the woodwork, but seriously, what would you recommend to this fellow? Is your current PMP a dream come true? Would you advise against getting whatever you’ve got? Spill your soul in comments below.
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June 28th, 2008 by
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If anyone is going to make a decent waterproof MP3 player this time around, it would have to be someone like the tight bathing suit-producing Speedo brand. The Speedo Aquabeat — made by Iriver — contains 1GB of storage, plays for nine hours on one charge, come in three colors, and weighs just 35 grams. So what’s so Speedo about them? These players (and earphones) are good for up to 3 meters below the surface and they float — so you can just leave the things floating about while you go mix another margarita. Retail price is $145, available now from your local Speedo dealer or high school coach — just listen for the whistle.
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June 18th, 2008 by
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Philips has just released a handful of new GoGear MP3 squares (emphasis on “square” — these things are boring as all get-out), the SA2840, SA2825, and SA2820. All of the miniscule players sport 128 x 64 embedded OLED displays, MP3, WAV, and WMA playback, voice recording capability, built-in EQ, and USB 2.0 connectivity. Additionally, the SA2825 features an FM tuner. The devices range in capacity from 4GB to 2GB of flash storage, and prices run from around £34.99 to £44.99 ($68 to $87) — all are available now, in the UK at least.
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May 18th, 2008 by
Filed under: Portable Audio
If there’s one thing that could put a stop to terrorism once and for all, it’s this DAP. Nothing strikes fear into the heart of an anti-American jihadist like this hideous MP3 player loaded up with Deerhoof b-sides and the entire Duran Duran back-catalog. The next time you snake under barbed wire and behind enemy lines, let them know where you’re coming from by flashing this baby before you unload round after round of righteousness. Sure, it’s only got 1GB of storage, but it’s not about how many tracks you’ve got — it’s about showing off your American spirit with this Chinese-made product.
[Via anythingbutipod]
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February 25th, 2008 by
Filed under: Portable Audio
Finally, an MP4 player that suits our lifestyle. When we’re out on the street, feeling the hot rays of the sun, hustling to stay afloat, and generally just jamming, the Neux Corp. Ltd. NXMP324 is what we want. Sure, you can’t actually crack this puppy open and gulp it down like a real soda, but you can take a sip of the funky combination of 128MB to 4GB capacities, MP3, WMA, WMV, WAV and ASF file support, built-in USB 2.0 jack, and bonus FM radio. Seriously though, the can comes in red or blue, but there isn’t a color in the rainbow that would convince us to buy this thing.
[Via PMP Today]
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February 13th, 2008 by
Filed under: Portable Audio
digg_url = ‘http://digg.com/odd_stuff/Man_arrested_for_using_MP3_player_7_21_PM_7_h’; Next time you’re reaching down for that iPod or Zune (or anything else for that matter), take care that you don’t alarm the authorities with any suspicious movements — or you could end up like the UK’s Darren Nixon. Apparently, the mild-mannered mechanic was on his way home from work when the Bobbies surrounded him and drew their guns, believing that the MP3 player in his pocket was a firearm. According to the Daily Mail, Mr. Nixon was tracked on CCTV, arrested at gunpoint, swabbed for DNA, fingerprinted, and thrown in a cell — all for listening to a bootleg of Chinese Democracy on a 4GB Philips GoGear. Said Darren, “I was really shocked when I saw the guns. They were pointing them right at me. It was a pretty scary experience. I had no idea what was going on.” After the team of Mentat cops realized their mistake, they couldn’t even offer an apology, said Nixon, “They just dropped me off at home and said a quick ’sorry for any inconvenience’, and that was all I got from them, which I thought was pretty out of order.” Once again, a hot serving of sweet justice.
[Via CrunchGear]
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January 16th, 2008 by
Filed under: Handhelds, Portable Audio
Looks like Sony had its thinking cap on with these two — after all, who wants to lug around a voice recorder these days that, you know, only records voices? Thankfully, the ICDUX70 and ICDUX80 include 1GB / 2GB (respectively) of internal storage space as well as the ability to play back MP3 files and record in MP3 stereo format. According to Sony, you can capture some 290 / 581 hours of audio in LP mode, and rather than supplying a AAA of your own, owners can just plug it in to any spare USB port and let the rechargeable cell within regain its strength. No word on a price at the moment, but you can keep an eye out for the UX70 in black / pink or the UX80 in black / silver to land later this month.
[Via Pocket-Lint]
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January 5th, 2008 by
Filed under: Portable Audio, Portable Video
At first glance, we assumed the completely misnamed Christmas MP3/MP4 player was merely a mephistophelean covering for an older iPod nano, but apparently, Putian Hengwang Trade Company put in the legwork and actually knocked off a DAP (or at least an interface) from Apple’s past. This creature fittingly arrives in red or black and features 1GB, 2GB, 4GB or 8GB of storage, a 1.5- / 1.8-inch display, optional FM tuner and built-in speaker, a rechargeable Li-ion and support for MP3, WMA, WAV and ASF file formats. Sadly, there’s no mention of a price, release date or pickup location, but there’s a decent chance you’ll find ‘em awkwardly stacked up beside the Cross MP3 Player somewhere in Beijing.
[Via PMPToday]
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December 10th, 2007 by
Filed under: Handhelds, Portable Audio
It’s quite likely that the COLOSSAL MP3 Player has somehow managed to stay largely hidden from view for some time now, but it is apparently popping up in a number of locations and begging to be purchased as the ultimate tech gag gift. Apparently, these things come in a number of hues, check in at about five to ten times larger than your prototypical DAP and include a USB cable, earphones and 256MB of built-in memory. The humongous units get their juice from four AA cells (which supposedly last around eight hours) and can be found at random drug stores (and probably elsewhere) for under $20. Needless to say, this is the stocking stuffer buster you’ve been looking for.
[Thanks, Marcus]
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November 30th, 2007 by
Filed under: Portable Audio
As far as we know, Evergreen’s Business Card MP3 Player doesn’t come pre-loaded with Flight of the Conchords’ most relevant jam, but you can’t deny it’d be a great fit. This all-white, ultra-simplistic DAP checks in at 86- x 55- x 6-millimeters, weighs just 36-grams and includes 1GB of storage space. You’ll also find a flip-out USB 2.0 connector, internal speaker and some sort of recording function. Slip one into your tight leather jacket pocket for a steep $126.19 — it should make sorting the recycling much less tedious.
[Via AkihabaraNews]
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November 26th, 2007 by
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While it’s not quite on the level of some of the steampunk gear we’ve seen, devientART member porkshanks’ so-called “Ambience Enhancer” is at least considerably more practical than some of those previous contraptions, and it recycles some gear that would otherwise have been discarded, or has already been discarded. That bit of kit is an MP3 player that was apparently found on the ground near a bus station, which got spiffed up with some brass and leather and then got paired with a set of vintage Cannonball Empires headphones, whose innards were replaced with those from a set of some decidedly more recent Sony MDR-006 phones. The whole thing was then, naturally, made wearable with a handy wrist strap.
[Via Gadget Lab]
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November 26th, 2007 by
Filed under: Portable Audio
Transcend certainly seems intent on keeping its T.sonic line of digital audio players well fleshed out, with it recently adding yet another model in the form of the T.sonic 650. Like all the company’s other DAPs, this one’s a flash-based player (packing 4GB, specifically), and it includes all the features you’d expect in a unit of this sort, including an FM tuner, an OLED screen, and support for MP3, WMA, and WMA-DRM10 file formats. Slightly less common is a so-called “Voice Activation Detection” function, which we presume is exactly what it sounds like. No word on a price just yet, but we wouldn’t expect it to put too much of a hurt on your bank account.
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November 21st, 2007 by
Filed under: Portable Audio, Portable Video
Last seen struttin’ its stuff at IFA, MPIO’s stylish MG200 is making waves again thanks to the price tag and release date it’s now carrying along. Just to bring you back up to speed, this thing features a 128 x 128 resolution OLED display, FM tuner, a voice recorder, rechargeable Li-ion good for 18- / 4-hours or so (audio / video playback) and support for WMA, MP3, and MTV file formats. Now, on to the good stuff: 1GB and 2GB versions will both land on December 1st for ¥7,980 ($72) and ¥9,980 ($90), respectively, while the 4GB unit will arrive sometime before the year’s end for ¥12,980 ($118).
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October 15th, 2007 by
Filed under: Portable Audio
Guitar-shaped DAPs are nothing new, but this uRock creation looks the part more than usual. Said to be “crafted and detailed in miniature replica-grade quality,” the guitar itself features 1GB of internal storage, a rechargeable battery, USB connectivity, MP3 / WMA format support and six equalizer modes. Additionally, you’ll get a pair of earphones, a lanyard, uRock guitar pick (huzzah!) and a matching mini amplifier that doubles as an external speaker. Granted, this all looks a tad gimmicky from here, but those interested can pick up the set for £49.99 ($101) in around a fortnight.
[Via ChipChick, thanks James]
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October 3rd, 2007 by Money Bags
Filed under: Portable Audio, Wireless
We got a chance to check out RCA’s Jet Stream MP3 player and accompanying Kleer wireless headphones way back at CES in January, but it looks like they’ve both now finally landed in the FCC’s hands, which means we should be seeing an actual launch before too long. The player itself is a pretty basic deal, with a tiny OLED screen, 1GB of storage, an FM tuner, and a promised 12 hours of battery life — not to mention a less than eye-catching design. The real interest is in the headphones (check ‘em out after the break), which use Kleer’s proprietary technology instead of Bluetooth to wirelessly shoot tunes over a distance of 5 to 6 feet. As we found out for ourselves at CES, the quality turned out to be surprisingly good, with no interference even in a place flooded with RF signals. What’s more, assuming nothing has changed in the past few months, you can expect to pay just $129 for the combo. Still no official word on a release date though.
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September 25th, 2007 by
Filed under: Portable Audio
Looking for a small, light, credit-card-esque flash drive… which doubles as an MP3 player… which is covered in a “liquid” print? Well you’re in luck, kiddies, because some anonymous Chinese electronics maker has got you covered on all fronts. Enter the “USB Flash Card MP3 Player,” an ultra-thin, 2GB device that plays MP3s and WMAs, functions as a USB flash drive, and will give you absolutely no information about the song you’re listening to. Hey, if you wanted information, you would get a screen — this thing fits in your wallet. Available right now for the bargain basement price of $42.
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