May 9, 2007
Archos 704 Wi-Fi player reviewed
The Archos 704, one of the most highly publicized players to come out in the past couple months to North America, has gained attention because of its large screen and premiere attempt at useful WiFi PVP connectivity.Techgage reviewed the model. Here's a sample of what the reviewer had to say: "The 704 is a well built device. Aesthetically, it’s similar to the company’s other products but loses the buttons on the right side of the screen...The bottom is where you’ll find the speakers and IR receiver. Yes, they’re tiny speakers. And yes, they don’t sound good at all. If you’re looking for a Hi-Fi like experience, stick to headphones."
Read the full review here, which includes plenty of pictures.
Posted by eric at 7:05 AM
April 29, 2007
Xent X3 reviewed
The cradle-docking, eye-popping, uber-shocking Xent X3 has been reviewed by PMP Inside. Even though it's not slim, it's pretty darn sleek. This one's not out in the US, but here's a paraphrased snippet of the translated review:"All the features make it a weapon powerful enough to take the place of your entire entertainment arsenal."
Full translated review from PMP Inside
Posted by eric at 8:03 AM
iRiver B20 begins world rollout
First revealed at this year's consumer electronics show (CES), the iRiver B20 will be heading out to various parts of the globe now. The B20 boasts features that make it just about the most advanced iRiver yet.The 2.4" screen can play back MPEG-4 and WMV9 videos. In addition to a miniSD slot (can you say "dead format"?), the player comes with either a 2 GB or 4 GB hard drive.
Via DAP Review
Posted by eric at 8:02 AM
The adult swim Zune
As a personal fan of adult swim myself I'm pretty excited about this story. And for all you other readers that love Venture Brothers, Aqua Teen, Sea Lab, Harvey Birdman, and Robot Chicken, here it is... the Zune "adult swim" edition. There are two down sides to this exciting annoncment. First of all it's still a Zune, and second of all it's a limited edition, only 500 will be made and given away as a promotional Turner event.Obviously these units will have pre-loaded content, including photos, music, and, naturally, such classic shows as Assy McGee, Metalocalypse (rawk), and even a new program titled Lucy, Daughter of the Devil (on screen).
Now if only we could get Microsoft to continue making Zunes with new colors and etchings, surely that will distract us all from the fact that they haven't actually done anything to improve the platform since launch (or launched any new devices, for that matter).
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:38 AM
April 18, 2007
Cowon D2 2 GB PMP reviewed
Carlos Bergfeld over at the Wired blog has reviewed the new D2 2 GB portable video player available from Cowon. Among its features are a touch screen interface and support for a ton of video formats.Quote: "Its gorgeous 2.5-inch LCD isn’t just for looks—the D2 sports a slick touch-screen interface for navigating through audio, video, image, and even text files. Add in playback for open source, lossless, and other obscure audio formats (ever heard of Monkey’s Audio?) and you’ve got a player even the crustiest of techno snobs can get excited about."
Read the full review here
Posted by eric at 7:51 AM
Korea's Atree UJ10 - a cell phone PVP that's not a cell phone
It looks like a phone and smells like a phone (that's what I've read anyway), and yet it's not a phone. The key layout looks just like a trusty Nokia, but they're really just PMP controls.The 3.2 inch screen can show off OGG files, as well as MP3 and WMA/V. It's available in 2 and 4 GB, and currently only setting its sights in Korea.
One thing's for sure -- even though it has no calling capabilities, I'd love to have a phone that looks just like this little guy.
Via DAP Review
Posted by eric at 7:20 AM
Beetle-based PVPs heading out from Volkswagen
Beating Edsel to the punch, the Beetle portable media player (PMP) was announced at a Seoul auto show that just wrapped up. Available in classic Beetle colors, Volkswagen and LG are offering the player in 2 GB and 4 GB varieties.The 2.6 inch LCD screen can play MP3, WMA, OGG, MPEG-4, and WMV files. Seems like a great "get one free with a test drive" idea to me.
It's certainly not a feature-packed player, but when was the last time we saw something actually worthwhile from a car company other than cars?
Via Engadget
Posted by eric at 7:06 AM
April 4, 2007
Sleeky slim YP-K3 hits retail
The sleek candy bar-style digital media player, the Samsung YP-K3, is now available in stores. Right now, stores in the states only offer red and black versions of the player. They're available in both 2 GB and 4 GB flavors.Cnet's review had this to say about the K3: "The Samsung YP-K3 may not be a Nano-killer, but it's definitely a solid choice for those who want a simple, sexy player that's not too hard on the wallet."
See the full Cnet review Full here.
Posted by eric at 11:53 PM
March 30, 2007
Archos 204 reviewed
The latest offering from the always-formidable Archos company is the Archos 204. The ArchosLounge has reviewed it, and the conclusion is basically that it's just standard, at least as standard as a massive 200 GB HD PMP can be."It is sure, one is far from a iPod, but one is far also from the XS202 on the given lustre to surface, even if the family tie is there. The fault in cost on this non-skid surface, not inevitably pleasant to the eye but on the other hand, it is due well in the hand." That's a snippet from the Google translated version of the French review.
Full review (Google translation)
Via DAP Review
Posted by eric at 3:05 AM
March 29, 2007
IMAX hits the PVP market with 4 GB, 2 MP device
Not long after IMAX made its anticipated debut in China, another locally operated company by the same name is putting out a new portable video player in the country, sporting a 4 GB hard drive as well as a 2 megapixel digital camera.The 2.5" TFT LCD is capable of playing back a myriad of video formats. It also includes an image browser, e-book reader, and a sound recorder.
It's headed out to Chinese retailers this June. We have no idea yet if it's planned to come here.
Via PMP Today
Posted by eric at 10:31 PM
March 22, 2007
New video player brings out your inner "Slacker"
Just when we thought portable video players had exhausted the full circle of possible designs, a new start-up called Broadband Instruments announced the Slacker Media Player. The screen takes up virtually all of the space on the device and the back has a sloping design to make it look just a bit more sleek.The main different about the Slacker Media Player, though, is that it has its own Internet radio network that users can listen to. It's coming out some time this summer.
Available capacities will range from 2 GB to 12 GB, with prices from $150 to $400.
DAPreview
Posted by eric at 12:51 PM
March 8, 2007
New Archos wireless PMP heads out this month
A new WiFi portable media player was announced by Archos. The 704-WiFi gives users 80 GB of capacity for dozens of hours of video content. The $550 player will be out in stores in "mid March".The 5"x7" (800 x 400 pixel) widescreen display also serves as a touchpad for online applications that include an Internet browser, e-mail, and proprietary versions of digital media stores, allowing users to purchase content right from the device.
The 704 model also works with Archos's DVR Station, a $100 Apple TV competitor that lets users stream content from the PMP to their TV.
Via TG Daily
Posted by eric at 10:40 PM
February 27, 2007
Quantum's New Nav Handheld PMP
Quantum and AvMap have lock hands to create the Linux-based QTM 1000 Nav, which they’ve coined the “world’s first” DVB-H capable Pocket TV with SAT NAV functionality, they announced at the 3GSM.The Nav boasts a 4.3-inch WQVGA widescreen display, 400:1 contrast ratio, 80-degree viewing angle, DVR functionality, 128MB of Flash memory, 64MB of onboard RAM, an SD card slot, dual stereo speakers, a four-hour rechargeable battery, SiRF Star III receiver, Tele Atlas maps, and USB 2.0 connectivity. The DVB-H signals at 25 frames-per-second, allows viewing / purchasing of Pay TV channels, and supports H.264, MPEG4, AAC, MP3, JPEG / GIF / PNG, M4V, and AVI files.
We have no word on the price or availability. But, when it arrives, it’s worth considering.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 7:46 AM
February 25, 2007
The Wolverine ESP PMP
The Wolverine ESP Multimedia player lugs a hefty 160GB of storage on its back, the largest amount of storage space available on a portable player. You can easily store video, music files, data and your entire house on this thing.This bulky, yet rugged wolf weighs in at a hefty 10.2 ounces, including the battery. Speaking of the battery, it gives the device enough life to handle more than three full-length movies. The 320 x 240 screen device easily supports MPEG-1, MPEG-4, WMV9 and XviD and DivX formats. Movies, video and photos can easily be streamlined to your PC via the USB port.
This device is riddled with other features such as, a 7-in-1 flash memory card reader, audio/video playback capabilities and storage convenience, a not-so-bad FM radio, MP3 files as well as, WMA, OGG, WAV, AAC, CDA, JPEG, TIF, text and RAW images support. Grab the optional cradle at $69 if you want to directly record video from a TV, DVD or camcorder. But, get the unit first for $549.99.
Via Gizmodo
Posted by eric at 6:14 AM
February 22, 2007
Teclast New T59 PMP
It seems that Chinese manufacturers are lured to the attraction of the iPhone concept and cloning, with lackluster originality, is the way to go.But, maybe Teclast’s impending T59 may side-step similar concepts, stylings, and specs -- and possibly include a Windows CE-based 3G device with GPS, WiFi and FM, along with a VGA screen, an exceptional secondary display and other goodies -- without overstepping Apple’s legal boundaries. We’ll probably end up pulling this one up from our archives in the future.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 5:12 AM
February 20, 2007
iRiver's New x20 PMP
We’ve got the 411 on the iriver’s X20 portable media player. Along with the date and price, here’s the lowdown on the features this little number has to offer.Available in China, the 2GB, 4GB and 8GB models are priced at ¥18.800 / $157, ¥22,800 / $191, and ¥29,800 / $250 respectively. The surprisingly smudge-free, portable player sports an audio and video player with a 2.2-inch, 260k color, 320 x 240 display; a built-in FM radio; microsSD expansion.
The Japanese market can expect to pounce on this player around March.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 7:59 AM
February 17, 2007
Samsung's New YP-T9b
Apple is expected to launch the much-anticipated iphone in the UK around Christmas 2007. But, while you’re saving up for one of those puppies, you might want to check out the Samsung’s ultra smart YP-T9b.Accompanying mouth-dropping prices, the features on this player easily smother the Apple’s competitor -- with prices starting at £89 for a 1 GB, £119 for 2Gb and £149 for 4Gb. The sound quality can be upgraded for a sharper sound, though. But, besides that this piece sports a YP-T9b navigation system; a bright 1.8 inch screen; FM radio; built-in Bluetooth for headsets; voice recorder (up to 128kbps), FM-recorder, flash-based games, text viewer, audio decoding for mp3, WMA-DRM, OGG and WAV, a photo viewer; 30 hour of playback; and a MPEG4 video playback.
Lots of choices, but you have some time to make the right one for you.
Via VNUNET
Posted by eric at 5:49 AM
February 16, 2007
Kedcom's New T-DMB Pocket TV
It’s entertaining and convenient to sport a TV in the palm of your hand that boasts visual clarity and helps you forget back the long trip ahead.The Kedcom pushes out its portable T-DMB pocket TV 'Podi' to Korea market. It features 3.2-inch LCD ad weights only 77g. You can install the antenna to a docking station or a dashboard; and you can synchronize it with a car audio wirelessly. You can also utilize the car audio as watching DMB in a car. It has an internal stereo speaker and runs for up to 4 hours on lithium-polymer battery.
Via AVING
Posted by eric at 5:38 AM
NVidia’s GoForce 6100
Check out the new NVidia’s first GoForce 6100 multimedia applications processor. The phone lugs 250MHz ARM processor with serious acceleration for intense multimedia and security functions (read: DRM).This communicator is able to deliver H.264 and WMV9/VC-1 video at up to VGA resolution and 30fps. Not stopping there, it can even integrate 802.11b/g WiFi with WPA2 security and Oos; and supports USB 2.0 hosting and camera sensor up to 8 megapixels.
The real take on this beauty is "any applications processor available on the market today." Look for it in 2007/2008.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 5:34 AM
February 13, 2007
Sony Enters The Ring Against The Nano
Word is seeping through the cracks that Sony has lifted its head from its mighty PS3 (for the moment) and it has turned its attention to creating a player that challenges the iPod nano and SandDisk Sansa.This Sony’s contender sport features similar to its NW-A3000 and NW-A1000, but without the curves, and it’s a bit thinner. But, the feature that really stands out is 8 to 10 hours of video playback; long battery life that Sony is known for and that Apple’s nano lacks.
This 2, 4 and 8GB capacity player’s screen will be a landscape design and larger than the nano’s. But, the buttons should be the same as the A3000 series. At launch, expect this player sport an array of colors such as violet, black, blue and pink. If the rumor is true, prepare to pick from the Sony tree in March.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 7:24 AM
February 10, 2007
Large Screen Tomato PMP
It’s time to take the vegetable-named company, Tomato, seriously. Okay, get food off your mind. We’re talking about a company who has created a new DAP worth mentioning: The U7.The generous-sized, 1.8-inch screen LCD, 2GB DAP is gorged with features like MP4 and WMP video playback, 512MB, 1GB and 2GB of flash, FM/ voice recording, photo albums, ebooks and games, and a rechargeable battery. Though sized at 0.5-inches thick and 2.5 inches long - a bit bulky – at 89,900 won ($96 US) who’s complaining?
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:09 AM
February 7, 2007
Cowon's iAudio D2 PMP
Cowon’s iAudio D2 multimedia player received CNET Asia’s Editor’s Choice award and an ‘excellent’ rating of 8.4 out of 10. Rightfully so, after we tell you what we learned about its awesome features. The D2 issues a sharp, precise and intuitive touch screen that works well with the included stylus, but can work just as fine with your fingers. This peculiar looking stylus also acts as a stand for the D2, giving it a double benefit.You’ll also fully appreciate the fact that it can expand from the on-board 4GB to 8GB through the available SD/MMC card slot. This must-have supports all the other audio formats, including OGG Vorbis, FLAC, and APE.
How about a whop’n 46 hours and 23 minutes of battery life and a transfer speed of an almost instant 5.33MB per second? Who cares about the slight picture delay and the hit or miss radio frequency? Even if we did, it’s not coming anywhere near North America.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 4:40 AM
February 4, 2007
The TurboLinux Wizpy PMP
Once only admired on picture, The TurboLinux Wizpy has join the PMP population and its not bad at all. Though there’s not a lot of information on this one, we’ll give you what we’ve got.All we’ve got on this one is that Impress Watch is in control of this Linux player and pushing it out with about 4GB of action at a price tag of 33,800 yen ($280 US). If that’s too steep for your wallet, then TurboLinux also comes in the 2GB version for 29,800 yen ($247 US). These babies will be waiting for your grab them on February 23rd.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:27 AM
February 3, 2007
Zune Screens Crack Under Pressure
A tipster has it that Zune is cracking under pressure. You mean there is something wrong with the Zune, say it isn't so! Story has it that when it’s left charging overnight, the Zune screen just – cracks. From what we know, the lithium ion battery resides right beneath the top portion of the screen and puts pressure on the screen causing it to overheat… and then POP, and there you have it… a screen all cracked up.Sadly, Microsoft won’t own up to it and states that the damage is outside the warranty coverage. So, users are pretty much SOL (sadly out of luck, so out of luck… anything but what you were thinking).
This could be an exaggeration, or users could be calling in and weaseling up a lie to get a free repair or replacement. That leaves the question… Who else out there are all cracked up?
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:33 AM
February 1, 2007
The Sleek Oppo V5 PMP
Oppo has introduced the V5 portable video player. This light and fluffy player is a credit card sized 11mm thick, with a 3” LCD. On first glance you could take the LCD for a touch screen, but the company has carefully attached the controls along the edges helping to keep the main display uniformed.This talented player includes 16:9 ratio, 320 x 240 resolution LCD, and 2GB of storage. There’s no word yet on availability or price. We’ve got our ears to the ground.
Via The MP3 Players
Posted by eric at 5:14 AM
January 30, 2007
iRiver's 4GB PMP Preview
The iriver’s X20 is nothing to sneeze at. This little dark and mysterious DAP has a 2.2-inch screen and microSD slots, which is pretty special on such a miniscule piece.The player includes a 4GB of flash memory, supports MPEG-4, WMV, and MPEG-4. Not to mention it has a remarkable reception and great video playback.
Though the mechanical scroll ring was quite small, its 0.65-inch thick frame is adequate. There’s no price available at this time and don’t wait be the seashore for it to arrive in the U.S.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:19 AM
January 28, 2007
The Ripe New Tomato U20
The Tomato’s U20 are ripe and are just about ready to be picked off the vines. The anomalously named PMP player will land in Seoul and the surrounding areas soon.This 1GB and 4GB device, encased in chrome and brushed aluminum, struts a two-inch LCD screen, 15 hours of battery life, USB 2.0 connectivity, and measures at 2.99- x0.47-inches in size.
It plays quite well with AVI, MP4, WMV, ASF, and MP3 files. Last, but not least, it comes with a built-in microphone and miniSD slot for extra storage. Grab one for 89,900KRW or $96 US.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 5:28 AM
A PMP Modeled After a Toilet?
The MediaStreet eMotion DVD PMP player is getting much feedback from its critic. One of the most interesting ones is that it resembles a toilet. Well, unlike the toilet it doesn’t take unwanted crap, but graciously boasts just about all the formats and features you want in a PMP.This player has the best of both DVD player and PMP, not to mention it plays DVD, VCD, DivX/MPEG 4 for video and DVD Audio/CD/MP3/WMA for audio.
We might as well mention that this device also has room for a memory card reader, a USB slot, and allows you to view your digital photos on-the-go.
After peep’n their site, we found that they were available in blue, red, black and silver at $129.99. How’s that for a toilet?
Via Mobile Mag
Posted by eric at 5:25 AM
January 26, 2007
Brando's 2GB Soap PMP
This 2GB shapely little nugget swathed in a curvature black or white casing with an 1.8-inch OLED, a scroll wheel, and has the familiar white ear buds. It plays MP3, MP4, WMA, WMV, ASF, and WAV just fine and features a built-in FM tuner and voice recorder, seven preset equalizer modes, USB 2.0 connectivity, rechargeable Li-ion battery, and can support a superfluity of languages.If you’re looking for something different yet the same, here ya go! Pick one up for $99.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 8:15 AM
January 19, 2007
SanDisk's Award Winning "Connect"
SanDisk® Corporation “showed their stuff” at the Consumer Electronics Show. Winning two awards: The Sansa Connect™, which is their a Wi-Fi enabled MP3 player that lets consumers enjoy and recommend music from almost anywhere1, won two “Best of CES” award last week, and their SanDisk’s Wi-Fi MP3 player won first place in the “MP3 and portable video” category.Eric Bone, product marketing director for SanDisk elatedly stated, “The CNET Best of CES Awards is a prestigious award, honoring the hottest products that set the standards in consumer electronics. We’re thrilled that both CNET and LAPTOP editors—who see the best new devices every day –recognized the Sansa Connect as an exceptional MP3 player. We’re very excited to bring this to market for consumers to enjoy.”
Via Tech Whack
Posted by eric at 5:27 AM
January 18, 2007
The New ZVUE 260 With Built In Speaker
HandHeld Entertainment offers the basics with its ZVUE 260. This mild looking device silhouettes the iPod and carries features like a rechargeable Li-ion cell, built-in speaker, a pocket-friendly 4.16- X 2.4- X 0.5-inch enclosure, and a 2.5-inch backlit LCD screen, WMA, WMV, and WMA-DRM, and can play back 320 x 240 video at 30fps with no problems.The most note-worthy feature on this lackluster device is the $99 price tag. It’s expected to be available in the middle of 2007.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 5:48 AM
SanDisk's First Widescreen PVP
SanDisk proudly presented its first widescreen portable media player called the Sansa View at the CES. The 4-inch widescreen player displays videos and 16 megapixel photos, plays music, slideshow and totes an integrated speaker so that you can watch and listen to music or videos.This swift little player measures 78.5mm x 123mm x 16.9mm and is 0.66 inches thick and works with Windows Media Player 10 or 11; compatible with most download and music subscription services like Rhapsody, MTV Urge and Yahoo! Music; provides up to four hours of continuous video playback and 10 hours of continuous audio playback; an optional 8GB internal flash memory; SD memory expansion slot, and a user-replaceable Li-Polymer battery.
The Sansa View will be available the first quarter of 2007 and is expected to retail for $299 MSRP, the 8GB Sansa View is expected to be available from retailers in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2007, with Canada and Europe to follow in the second quarter.
Via Daily Tech
Posted by eric at 5:43 AM
January 14, 2007
Philips PMC7230 Reviewed
MP3.com has just published their review of the new Philips Portable Media Center PMC7230, "a stylish device with lots of potential."
Quote: "The Philips PMC has a truly lovely design--it reminds us quite a bit of the now-defunct Samsung YEPP YH-999 PMC, only with better controls. Like the Samsung, it's more square than rectangular--measuring 3.7 x 4.2 x 0.8 inches--so it looks more like a little TV than some other PVPs do. The screen is large (3.5 inches diagonal), and the viewing angles are great; two or three people could easily watch it at the same time."
Read The Full Review
Posted by eric at 6:02 AM
January 13, 2007
Watch iPod Videos in HD
Well looking at all the CES news it's obvious that HDTV is a big focal point, and the iPod is no different. While Apple hasn't officialy released a means to play HD video from an iPod onto your TV it doesn't mean others can't. Meridian is the other one that did with their MV-D1 iPod dock.The red box has a Source, Format, and Connect button to go along with the volume keys, and houses Marvell's 88DE2710 digital video format converter to handle the upscaling. Reportedly, the dock can take any stored SD / HD media and output it via HDMI, cleaning up the noise and artifacts in the process.
Via AVING
Posted by eric at 6:03 AM
January 11, 2007
Dell Unveils Slideshow PMP
Here’s one to watch out for. Dell might be pulling out from under its sleeve a SlideShow-enabled MP3 player with features that boasts what others player lack.What will make this device different from all the rest? Based on Cnet’s Jasmine France, rumor has it that Microsoft headquarters is focused on a developing a device that features sports media and wireless connectivity capabilities, features that are not in popular player models like the iPods, Zunes and Sansas.
If the rumors are true, Dell will have an impressive player that will turn quite a few heads. We’ll keep our eyes peeled.
Via Mobility Site
Posted by eric at 5:46 AM
January 4, 2007
Archos 604 Wireless Is Here!
‘Arch’os that back and stick that chest out, ‘cuz the Archos 604-WiFi has a lot to brag about. This brushed-metal, serious-looking, hand-held multi-talented device boasts a variety of audio and video formats like MP3, WMA, WAV and AAC and for video MPEG-4, WMV, and H.264. It totes a nice 30GB hard drive and weighs in a little heavy at 10 ounces with a generous 4.3 inch display. Not only does this baby work great with your PC, you can hook it up to your TV with an add-on-digital-video-recorder docking station. Admittedly, two Archos Wi-Fi users can't quickly share their favorite tunes with each other like they could with Zune’s player. But you won’t have any problems dragging songs and videos to the music and video folders.
The Archos 604-WiFi is available for $450 and the docking station is available for about $100.
Via Statesman
Posted by eric at 5:30 AM
January 2, 2007
Bluedot's 4" Poprtable TV
Bluedot’s BTV-400K offers rich features where it counts with a 480 x 272 pixel , 4-inch display; 1-seg capability and only.043 inches thick. Lacking PC connectivity (except for USB charging), a limited three hour battery life (a thicker one exists that offers 10 hours), no SC card reader or GPS functions, it might keep you on the exploration for a player with richer features.We expect to see this one hanging around the streets of Japan in February for about ¥30,000 ($253 US funds).
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 2:02 AM
Aigo E868 PMP
Though light on style and features that doesn’t stop Aigo from easing it’s E868 PMP/MP4 Player in line with the rest of the portable video devices.Some of the features this compact, lightweight player has to offer are its 2.5 inch LCD, sharp display, 4GB capacity, and built-in SD/MMC card reader. It can act as a multimedia jukebox when connected to your TV or entertainment system.
With its plastic-like finish, low quality audio, and other idiosyncrasies, the Retailing price of £219 leaved a lot to be desired.
Via vnunet
Posted by eric at 1:59 AM
December 19, 2006
iRiver S10 Mini PMP
Here’s a miniature audio video player and recorder that you can ‘wear’ anywhere. The iRiver S10 is slightly larger than a stamp, but with a style and features that will peak your interest.This 42 x 30 x 10.8 mm feather sized player lugs GB and 2 GB capacities and supports MP3, WMA, and OGG files. The 96 x 128 pixel, 65,000 color 1.15 inch OLED screen can play MPEG-4 video or run a slide show, and its Lithium polymer battery oozes eight hours of continuous playback.
The S10 is capable of recording 16 hours of audio with its high sensitivity built-in microphone, emphasizing to Japanese students that this device can be used for recording lectures and can help in the study of foreign languages. How can such a small device have so much functionality? Why ask. Just buy. The S10’s JPY16,980 (1GB) costs US$145 and the JPY19,980 (2GB) is US$170. Clearly, the 2GB is the better bargain.
Via gizmag
Posted by eric at 6:29 AM
MPIO readies brushed aluminum MG100 PMP
MPIO is on the mark to unleash its MG100. Formerly known as the FG300, this brushed aluminum, sleek yet handsome DAP purports to encase 1GB or 2GB of internal flash memory, voice/line-in recording, an FM radio, and even “adjustable playback speed” for a quick and clear song scan. The MG100 even plays back video filed in MTV format.The grapevine has it that the 1GB DAP stands at €99 or $130 US; while the 2GB expect you go grab it for around €125 or $165 US.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:23 AM
December 18, 2006
Sunconnection's N-Gage Clone
Well here we go, another non-original PMP device. Sunconnection's new do-it-all looks a lot like that N-Gage thing from awhile back. The device sports an orange or black color scheme, 128MB of storage, an SD slot, USB 2.0 connectivity, AV in / out (NTSC / PAL compatible), built-in equalizer, a 2.5-inch LCD, voice recorder, and a "digital video camera" that can purportedly snap stills or record full motion video to your SD card.It measures 115x65x18mm, weights 90g, and costs a meager 63.00 euros. I'd give you the conversion in dollars but what's the point it would only depress me since this is yet another over functional device that won't be available in the US.
Via Akihabara News
Posted by eric at 6:24 AM
December 14, 2006
Sheng Jay's New Ugly GPS PMP
We’re sure the name NavMonster was meant to describe the power under the hood of this device. But, could it quite possibly mean that a hood should be completely covering it? The not-so-attractive 1.2-inch thick SJ-5289 NavMonster created by Sheng Jay is bundled with plenty of features like the extremely viewable 7-inch 800 x 480 widescreen LCD, the SiRFstart III GPS, Windows CE 4.2, 32MB of ROM, 64MB of RAM, 400MHz Intel CPU, complimentary MS apps, CF/SD/MMC slots, SIM card slot and an option for GSM/GPRS connectivity.
No word on how much this device is worth or its arrival to the US. But when it arrives maybe some bumping and rough handling through shipment may make it look… well, more attractive?
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 5:29 AM
December 12, 2006
3Soft's Maxtombow GPS and PMP
Maxtombow arrives packed with “Maxed-out” features that is sure to keep you and your friends entertained. Listen to music, watch videos and if you get lost, get found with its GPS feature. This paramount of an all-in-one PMP/GPS unit comes solid a 720 x 480 resolution LCD, built-in TV tuner, FM tuner, AV outputs, SD expansion slot, GPS that accurately keeps you on the right track. It rumored to support MP3/WMA/JPEG/XviD/AVI/WMV//MPEG1/4; and comes with 1GB or 2GB.
If you never had friends you got some now, because this device arrives prepackaged with a car-mounting kit that will attract strangers. Right now, this entertaining-packed device dwells in the land of Korea, but is rumored by recently released FCC approved documents that the Maxtombox maybe paddling its way to the Americas. No price right now. But, that only gives you time to save up.
Posted by eric at 6:04 AM
December 10, 2006
Gold YP-Z5 DAP
One-two-thirteen-one-hundred-two-thousand-one million SOLD-IN-GOLD to the highest bidder! Yepp! That’s what they’re doing. Celebrating their 1 millionth YP-Z5 DAP sold, Yepp will be auctioning off 10 of these YP-Z5’s dipped in 18K gold.
Signed by Paul Mercer, the DAP’s interface designer and the iPod’s interface designer; these golden nuggets will be encased in gold-leaf boxes. Samsung predicts to cash in 120,000 yen yangs or $1,040 US Yepperoo’s.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:50 AM
December 8, 2006
Toshiba's Gigabeat V30 Goes Pink and Blue
Pink is the new blue. Or is it blue is the new pink? Well, whatever the case, Toshiba seems to have made a desperate attempt to repaint their Toshiba Gigabeat V30 to your choice of a pink or blue V30E. It couldn’t be because the robust V60 and the Zune left an amnesiac impression on music player lovers, you think? The slightest difference is the integrated 1Seg TV tuner. No new changes to the specs, though.
If all else fails, a good paint job can make almost anything look new and exciting. Except the price tag. It still hangs at ¥49,800 ($434 US).
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 5:39 AM
December 4, 2006
The MX-400M PMP
A mediocre DAP calls for desperate measures. Korea’s Median wittingly made-over the MX-400 by tossing in Callipia’ VoIP software and made use of the existing sliding USB jack, mic, and speaker, and … Boo yah! You’ve got the MX-400M MP3 Player. Along with the MX-400M totes an IR remote control, SD slot, 20 hours of playback of Li-Polymer battery and a 2GB on-board storage. Adding cherries to their desperate measures is an FM radio, line-in recording, and support for MP3, WMA, ASF, OGG audio and AVI, MPEG1, 2, and 4, and WMAV video formats viewable on the 1.3-inch 250k TFT LCD. Take it or leave it. If you wanna take it, chuck up 14,000 Korean won ($161 US).
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:02 AM
Newman D20c PMP
Do you recall the Cowon iAudio F2 that Newman produced about two months ago and those 80’s Casio calculators? Well, we’re almost sure the D20c is the offspring of the iAudio F2 and one of those Casio calculators. Between the big button interface and its square, almost scientific-like features (like the old calc), we would say there’s no need for a genetics test whatsoever.With a 2.4 inch 480 x 220 screen, the D20c will show XviD movies, as well as play MP3 and WMA audio files. The 80GB hard drive is nothing to yawn at, but some Chinese sources mention that there are 20GB and 40GB drives in the midst. For good measure, Newman also threw in flash memory slots for SD, MMC, memory stick and CompactFlash cards. It’s available right now – in China – for ¥2,000 or $254 (US).
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 5:59 AM
December 2, 2006
Philips Unveils Two New Media Players
Watch out for the Phillips’ two new media players, the PET830 and the PET1030. The little that way know is the PET830 is a 8.5 inch display and the PET1030 has a 10.2-inch swiveling display, USB 2.0, and a memory card slot. Both devices are tablet-style DVD players with a Zero Bright Dot warrantee and play MPEG-4, DivX video, MP3 and WMA audio files. Keep looking over the horizon. They’re not far off.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 9:30 PM
The New TAVI 030 PMP
New Media Life has created the TAVI 030, which bears a very strong likeness to the Game Boy Advance SP. But, from what we gathered it definitely ain’t no Gameboy. The clamshell designed PMP helps to shield screen damage.This robust mobile media device carries satellite TV, wireless IPTV and podcasting. There’s also support for both 5.1 surround sound and HDTV. Keep your eye out for this one. It’s coming soon to a store near you.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 9:28 PM
December 1, 2006
Aigo's UH-P706
Aigo’s UH-P706 stumps the competition into ground with its 160GB of video/picture viewer capacity. Even Epson’s P-5000 or Canon’s M80 large 80GB are defeated by this fierce competitor. This device supports RAW and TIFF, AVI, MPEG4slot for SD, MMC, Memory Stick, and CF card formats. Though a larger screen would be desired than the 3.6 inch screen offered, and there was no mention of audio codes or even the ever-so-common MP3, the supported features and its monstrous-sized capacity makes us a little less critical.
The UH-P706 is only available in China for the asking price of ¥9,977 or $1,248 in U.S. dollars.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 7:02 AM
November 29, 2006
NexTouch's ET 500 WiFi
NexTouch is flouncing their ET 500 WiFi mobile phone at the VoIP/IPTV World 2006. The prototype promises to feature the Samsung 802.11n chipset, which supports 100Mbps adequate for streaming video.The phone has a 2-inch LCD panel and gives a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels. The ET 500 is expected to offer enhanced multimedia function.
Via Aving
Posted by eric at 7:35 AM
The New XNINE MP X-500
This handsome gadget has a pretty decent-sized 260,000 2.2-inch TFT-LCD screen, and supports MP4 playback, and a micro SD expansion slot. It comes with an FM radio, voice recording, e-Book, and built-in speaker. XNINE Korea is offering Vsonic earphones with the MMP X-500 as part of their promotion. Here’s listening to you, kid!The XNINE MMP X-500 is now available in Korea. This multimedia player is ready and able to play seamless video files.
Via RoJo
Posted by eric at 7:28 AM
November 28, 2006
iubi's Blue gets DMB and a new HDD
We’re blue with envy of iubi’s Blue PMP. Sporting a whole new DMB receiver and a 60GB HDD, they had the nerve to drop the price to roughly $433. Absent is the Bluetooth logo, which may mean the same for the connectivity. What may make up for the loss is a 480 x 272 4.3-inch display an exaggerated all-inclusive codec support.We don’t count on seeing iubi’s Blue making it to America, but we can admire it from a distance.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:43 AM
The Gigabyte g-Smart i120
Gigabyte proudly goes public with its g-Smart i120 Pocket PC/Phone TV Recorder. The best feature on this baby is a TV tuner capable of pulling in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM with recording capability. The other great features are 2.1 megapixel camera, 256MB of ROM with minds expansion, Bluetooth, FM radio, 64MB of RAM, and 802.11b-g.Though the tiny keypad looks a little tricky, the features on this PDA more than make up for it. There’s no word on the pricing, so stay tuned for that!
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:38 AM
November 21, 2006
Thomson Black Diamond EH308 PMP
Arriving in the populated portable video media crowd is Thomson’s EH308. Its mysteriously dark, yet distinguishing look makes it a handsome PMP to carry around. The EH308 totes 8GB internal memory, 1.8 inch OLED screen with tactile controls, an USB induced, 15 hour rechargeable Li-ion battery.It wouldn’t be a PMP if you couldn’t listen to music, port around photos and watch videos in MPEG4 and WMV, and WMA-DRM formats. It’s ready for pick up at the labeled price of $300.
Via I4U News
Posted by eric at 6:14 AM
November 18, 2006
Harmon Kardon to Release First GPS Device
Harmon Kardon has jumped on the ban wagon with it’s Guide + Play GPS device. Proposing its release in January 2007, the GPS will arrive playing MPEG-4 and WMV files, supports SD cards up to 4GB, and brags a battery life of up to 5 hours. Though it’s a mystery remaining to be seen, it will arrive with an arrogant $500 price tag.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:14 AM
November 16, 2006
Brando MP4 Playing Wristwatch
Injecting itself into the MP4 watch population is the Brando MP4. Housing similar features to the Adragon Digitek MP4 (but, with only 65k color video), this gadget is doused with a 128 x 128 pixel screen, a USB 2.0 wrist PMP with 1GB of flash memory, and can record 8 hour of MP3s, MWAs and MP4s.This garishly designed watch is available in an attention-getting-flag-down orange and a thank-goodness-discreet black.
Via PVWire
Posted by eric at 9:05 AM
Odd-i N700D From Fusion Soft
Oddley enough (no pun intended), we are try to figure out what to make of Fusion Soft's new DMB. The odd-I N700D look mysteriously handsome, but seems to offer limited capabilities.This portable media player includes a 7” screen and an equally handsome battery cradle. Though it supports DMB, PMP, and GPS, it has no internal memory.
Unfortunately, the detachable 2.5” HDD and USB drives has to be used. To add salt to the lemon, battery life is a miniscule playtime of 3 hours.
Via Mobile Whack
Posted by eric at 8:57 AM
November 14, 2006
jWIN iLuv i1055 7" PMP
Get full DVD entertainment with iWin Electronic’s iLuv i1055 7” tablet style portable multimedia. It offers an iPod video dock, S-Video out, Video In/Out and Audio In/Out. It can also be powered with a 10V AC Power Adapter, a 12V cigarette lighter adapter or the built-in Ni-MH rechargeable batter.The $229.95 i1055 is available in your choice of white or black. AND if you hurry, you can get a carrying case and stereo headphones FREE on the iLuv website (valued at $60).
Via I4U News
Posted by eric at 5:22 AM
November 12, 2006
Sanyo Unveils The NV-SD10DT GPS
Sanyo is flexing its muscle in the GPS gaming world. Hailed as “Mini-Gorillas,” The NV-SD10DT and NV-M10 are both cloaked with a 4.5” 400 x 234 resolution touchscreen, 1GB SD card full of maps and POIs, 1-watt built-in speaker, and an annoying Echo Drive II system that apparently warns the driver of quick acceleration and idling in rush- hour traffic.The sweet feature on the NV-SD10DT is the built-in terrestrial TV tuner, turning the GPS unit into a portable television instantly, so you can entertain yourself while waiting to get your teeth cleaned by your dentist.
The NV-M10 Costs ¥78,750 or $669, while the tuner-packed NV-SD10DT digs a little deeper in your pocket for ¥91,350 or $776. Both units are open for grabs in Japan later this month.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:54 AM
Ubistar's New GPS With Video
Ubistar has put on their boxing gloves and is competing for attention with their Sencio GPS. Sencio GPS is in the ring delivering a knockout 4-inch 480 x 272 touchscreen display, 200 MHz Intel Xscale PXA-255 process, SiRF Star III receiver which can get you out of the deepest part of the woods, and hacker friendly Linux 2.6X. This 4” tuner can playback MP3 files stored on your SD card, but don’t rely on the 0.5-watt speaker for quality sound. Bad news: There is no battery option, so stay close to a power source. We don’t know exactly when this GPS will be unveiled in Korea, and the price is still a mystery.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:52 AM
Toshiba's Gigabeat V60 Launched
Two times the capacity of its predecessor (Gigabeat V30), Toshiba has just doubled the capacity of its media player. The 60GB V60E can record up to 255 hours off the OneSeg ISDB-T mobile TV tuner.The 3.5 inch QVGA display remains the same and plentiful, but the enhanced EPG can now schedule up to 16 shows for recording up to 1 week in advance. The V60 provides 9 hours of WMV videos, 27 hours of MP3, WMA, WAV, WMA 9 Lossless/DRM’d playback, and 7 hours of OneSeg TV.
Expect the V30E to arrive on the scene in Japan on November 22nd for ¥ 49,800 or $423 in US funds. Following it is the V60E on December 8th for ¥59,800 or $507 in US funds. The V60 should be coasting to the US a few months later.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:50 AM
November 10, 2006
Super Max MZH-801 PMP with TV tuner
An MP4 that lets you download music, movies, games; has an FM wireless transmitter, so you can send music from it to your car radio, and you can watch live TV from anywhere?? Put your old MP4 to the side, sell it, or toss it. The Muzatch Company’s latest creation, the Super Max MZH-801, has risen!Besides the standard MP3, MPEG-4, DivX, and JPEG file support, the 40GB, 7” Super Max flings in an analog TV tuner, embedded FM transmitter, and a WOWing 4000 mAh battery.
Who cares about its lack-luster look when you’re watching Smallville, while the rest of your iPod-advocate friends enviously lament. At $275, and the obviously foreseen demand for this hot item Muzatch is suggesting that you place your order before December 5th.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:11 PM
Ramos V100 All-In-One PMP
Ramos is taking charge with its new V100 creation. This do-everything-but-tap-dance media is a 200MHz freescale CPU, surrouded by a 2.5 inch 320 x240 res. LCD. This skinny, lightweight V100 delivers an assortment of still photos and can play back WMA, WAV, MP3, OGG, and FLAC audios. On the flip side, it plays quite nicely with MPEG3, XviD, and DivX video.Let’s not forget gaming, as it supports flash games and animation, as well as NES /SNES emulation. The V100 has a built in microphone, UDA1380TT audio decoder, dual headphone jacks, an SD Slot, and a vigorous Li-ion cell that is reported to last “up” to 10 hours.
Plus rumor has it that Ramos will toss in a pair of Sennheier MX500 earbuds to complete the package. Drum roll for the price is… You pay ¥700 or $89 in U.S. bucks for the 512MB version, or ¥800 or $200 U.S. bucks for the 1GB. Your money. You choice!
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 6:05 PM
November 8, 2006
Twinbird's Splashproof PMP
Now you can stuff your Thanksgiving Turkey while watching your favorite movie. Twinbird presents the water-proof Link Zabady. With this new streaming video solution, you just plug in the black-box transmitter (included) into your television or DVD player via S-Video or composite connection and stream to the A/V Zabady’s 7 inch 480x234 resolution LCD.The included charging kit gives 2.5 hours of untethered playback, and it comes with a remote control. As a perk, you can check the extremely reflective LCD screen to see if a hair is out of place.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 4:04 PM
Adragon Digitek MP4 Wristwatch
While others are thinking you’re obsessing over time, you’re actually watching your favorite video on your wrist.Shenzhen Adragon Digitek’s eye-catching (versus the repelling Aigo F029) wrist watch and MP4 player swanks 256MBs to 2GBs of storage and plays MPEG 4 video clips, as well as JPEG still images AND MP3 or WMA audio. Its 1.5 inch screen is rather small and the resolution is 128 x128 with 260K OLED true color.
As if all of that wasn’t enough, this PMP watch is line-in capable, with five EQ settings and a USB 2.0 Connection. The price, finally revealed, these babies is going for the wholesale price of $59 to $101 depending on internal memory size. Jump on a plane to China, because that’s the only place you’re gonna be able to them.
Via Real Tech News
Posted by eric at 3:59 PM
November 7, 2006
The V191 All-In-One PMP
A smaller PSP, but it's not built by Sony? That's right a Chinese manufacturer has developed the V191 a micro look alike of the PSP. The one major difference between this bad boy and a PSP (besides the size) is the addition of a phone.This truly all-in-one device accepts any SIM card for mobile use, sports a 1.3-megapixel camera, supports MP4 / MP3 playback, and even boasts a gaming function for a bit of 8-bit reminiscing while on the go. You can store your tunes, movies, and homebrew apps on the included 256MB microSD card, or toss in a larger one for those extra lengthy trips.
Via Akihabara News
Posted by eric at 3:56 AM
November 6, 2006
MP3/MP4 VOIP
A portable audio and video player that’s also a VoIP phone? Rimax Mystic makes it possible! This MP3/MP4 player is loaded with more than enough. Available in capacities of 512mb, 1gb, or 2gb, the ultra slim Mystic includes a full color 1.5” OLED screen, an FM radio with 20 presets, audio playback of the most commonly used audios, video playback of AMV files, and a JPEG picture viewer and recorder. When you’re ready to talk business, connect the Mystic to your PC via the included USB cable.
As if these amazing features weren’t enough, Mystic includes four colorful cases: blue, green, white and orange.
Via Tech Digest
Posted by eric at 4:10 AM
Share Your Music Wirelessly
Technology is blazing ahead with CAU Digital Corporation’s new MP3 Player. Two people with separate headphones can now enjoy music through one MP3 player. The audio system uses an internal antenna, which is attached to the inside of the earphone and MP3 player so that the two devices can communicate wirelessly. This mp3 player features video clips playback and utilizes 2.4 GHz ISM frequency band.
Via AVING
Posted by eric at 4:07 AM
November 3, 2006
Median’s Slim M-Cody M-30
Median’s M-Cody M-30 new slim DAP is coming! It will include the old sedated MP3 playback WMA/WAV/OGG feature already found in the M20 Bro, but will boast a 260k color TF-LCD and MPEG-4 video playback. There’s no mention of storage capacity, screen size, price or the actual size of this DAP.While we don't know too much about it yet, we do know that it'll go for 11-hours pumping audio or 5-hours for video and record both voice and encode audio from connected devices.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 11:24 PM
The Digital Cube Mini is Finally Available
The new Digital Cube Mini measures 80.5x52x16.5mm, and weighs a light 85g. This PMP also sports a TDMB TV tuner, and a 2.4” display. Not only is it a MP3 player, but it features an e-book reader, photo album, and video player.The Cube Mini comes in three storage capacities (1, 2 and 4GB), as well as three colors (white, black and green). It sales for 165 euros, but for now is only available in Korea.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 11:10 PM
November 2, 2006
Disney's Mix Max Reviewed
CNET has recently reviewed Disney's first PMP the Mix Max Player. Quote: "The Disney Mix Max Player offers music, video, and photo playback in a device styled and sized for kids; durable; has decent sound quality; works with Macs; compatible with music subscription services; can multitask; includes handy expansion slot (great for preprogrammed content); good battery life."
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Posted by eric at 6:59 PM
October 31, 2006
The New Maxian D900 "Neo"
Well heres a new device on the market that is being called the ultimate PMP, the Maxian D900 "Neo". With a 4.3" LCD display, 800 x 480 pixel resolution, 400:1 contrast ratio, and 200 cd/m² brightness. This ultimate electronic device also comes with a built in DMB tuner, Burr Brown DAC, built in speakers, a kickstand, removable battery, and even 802.11b/g WiFi with the likely capability of web browsing and email.As far as codec support goes, there's WMV, DivX, XviD, MPEG-2, and H.264 on the video side and MP3, OGG, FLAC, and APE on the audio tip. Unfortunately, there's not much chance that you'll see Neo tearing it up at your local electronics store
Via DAPreview
Posted by eric at 7:07 PM
UK Won't See The Zune Until 2008
It seems like there are a lot of PMPs that get released for markets outside the US. Well now the cards have turned, while the Zune is on its way to the US, the UK won't see it until 2008."They will be working on rolling out the Zune in the UK and Europe with its compatible Zune Market place,” said Dene Schonknecht, media and entertainment alliance manager at Microsoft. “We haven’t yet selected a music store provider to build marketplace in the UK, which means we’re way off launch.”
This also after the fairly recent news of the PS3 shortage will leave the poor brits left out in the cold this holiday season.
Via MCV
Posted by eric at 6:57 PM
October 30, 2006
Bluebird Soft Unveils New PDA and PMP
Bluebird soft has announced the new BM300, a lightweight PDA and PMP. The device features a 2.8" LCD display with a 520 MHz CPU. The BM300 also has bluetooth capabilities and has Windows media player 10 mobile for video playing.It has 512MB internal memory and it also supports 4G flash memory that allows users to record movies for around 26 hours. Unfortunately though for now though this is just for the Korean market.
Other features include MP3 player, photo viewer, e-book, game, dual speakers as the first in PDA markets, 2.5mm stereo plug, IR communication, and 24-pin port.
Via AVING
Posted by eric at 1:41 AM
October 28, 2006
The Slim Nexx NF-810
Nexx just unveiled the new NF-810, their slimmest PMP player yet. This micro MP3 player measures just 39 x 88 x 7mm and weighs only 38 grams. I also think it has a rather strong resemblance to it's more popular counterpart, the iPod nano. There's just one major difference, this bad boy plays video.The NF-810 allows you to listen to MP3, WMA and ADPCM files as well as view MPEG, WMV and AVI on the not so large 1.66" TFT screen.
Via MobileWhack
Posted by eric at 6:45 AM
October 26, 2006
22Moo Unveils HMD800 Head Mounted Display
Ok, we’ve all heard the criticism of PMPs and how a 2.5-3” screen is rather small to fully enjoy the quality of a movie or TV show. But what if there were a way to watch your PMP files without lugging a 30” TV around with you as well.Well thanks to 22Moo this problem is no more with their new HMD800 head mounted display. The HMD800 provides a "30-inch virtual theater-like image with clear and exquisite pictures." The contraption also boasts a "2.1 Dolby surround sound experience," and compatibility with iPods, PMPs, gaming consoles, and practically anything with standard AV outputs.
The device supports both NTSC and PAL, sports an 800 x 225 resolution, contrast / brightness controls and a battery life of eight-hours.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 3:23 AM
Haier's DF-S150 PMP with GPS and DMB TV
Almost exactly like every other PMP we talk about now a days The DF-S150 portable media player is a relatively high spec model which can pick up DMB TV channels, track your location via GPS. The player also comes with features such as an FM transmitter, a touch screen interface, TV Out, and an SD card slot.You enjoy clear screen received from broadcasting through embedded diversity antenna and external satellite antenna. It supports electronic map with search engine and pedestrian mode including FM transmitter with a built-in 1GB Mando map.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 3:21 AM
October 23, 2006
LG Unveils New PMP
At the 2006 Korea Electronics Show LG unveiled a new small PMP with a 2.4 inch touch screen. This unnamed player features 4GB of flash memory and plays music and video, and measures 51.5x90x10.4mm.Right now there is not much else known about LG’s new PMP but I’ll be sure to keep you updated.
Via I4U
Posted by eric at 5:57 PM
Fujiyama's Super Slim F-MP57
A new Chinese company, Fujiyama, has come out with one of the thinnest PMPs on the market. The new F-MP57 boasts a 3” screen, and includes a built in 1.3 megapixel camera.the F-MP57 will play WMA, MP3, WAV files, packs an SD card slot (it can support up to 1GB in addition to its maxed out 2GB of internal storage), plays back video at 320 x 240, boasts a TV out (NTSC / PAL), and comes with an optional FM radio.
All of these great features are packed into a slim case measuring 134 x 62 x 17 mm (5.2 x 2.4 x 0.6 inches)
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Posted by eric at 5:55 PM
October 22, 2006
Timetek's New DMBO-3000
Now this little guy is taking a lot of PMP buffs by surprise. The reason is it seems to be doing stuff quite differently from your typical foreign PMP manufacturer. For starters the new DMBO-3000 is primarily targeted at China and not the PMP-saturated Korea. It’s also odd that this player has a DMB receiver for TV and radio but does NOT have a built in GPS. Instead of the GPS the creators decided to go with a 2 megapixel digital camera.The player also has a recording function with 256MB flash memory, and you can add more memory using microSD card slot. It supports MPEG, H.264 codecs, text viewer, TV-out, multi-tasking, mp3, and 2M CMOS camera.
Via AVING
Posted by eric at 12:11 PM
The New LG N1TGOOK-K1
Ok well LG has come out with the new N1TGOOK-K1, yeah try saying that five times fast. But aside from the bizarre name this seems to be a pretty nice device. The N1TGOOK-K1 is loaded up with Windows Mobile 5.0, runs on an Intel PXA270 312 MHz processor, brings 128MB of flash memory and 64MB of SDRAM -- so ready an SD card and check your media out on its 3.5-inch screen.In addition to all the great standard features this player also comes equipped with a DMB receiver to watch all your favorite on air shows. And of course there’s also an integrated SiRF Star III GPS receiver chip on board you can use to navigate with if you can find time off the DMB channels.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 12:01 PM
October 21, 2006
Rip Roar Video Free Player For Kids
Well it looks like production of PMPs has become so widespread that even children’s toy companies are making them. Designed just for kids by the company Toy Quest the Rip Roar Video Free looks a lot like the dinky fisher price PMP on steroids. While this player certainly holds nothing against the iPod id say it could rival some of the cheaper PMPs out there.The player can record up to five hours of programming, can learn IR codes from your remote, has an integrated speaker, USB connectivity and 512MB of internal memory.
So since the player is designed for kids how easily can they get content on to it? According to Toy Quest, the Rip Roar connects between your TV and set-top box. You can use any remote to train the cradle and program the desired shows for recording. Once it's time to record, the Rip Roar automatically switches to the right channel. As soon as it's finished recording, you can unplug the Rip Roar and watch your video on its screen or dump it onto your PC with the included USB cable.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 11:51 AM
October 20, 2006
Shic P-1000 PMP With DVB-T Reciever
I really wish other PMP companies would take a risk at competing against Apple and release their product in the US. It seems like all the cool all-in-one PMPs are only released in Europe and Asia. And the new Chinese Shic P-1000 with DVB-T is a perfect example.In addition to the video from the DVB-T receiver the player will also support MPEG-4, XviD, DivX, and of course, you can jam to MP3, WMA, OGG, WAV and ACC music files.
The P-1000 will stay powered up for 4-6 hours of video or 16 hours if you're only playing audio. It appears to also have an SD card slot on one side, and possibly a line-in jack as well.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 8:21 AM
Gemei X-900 Gaming PMP
It seems like everyone and their cousin has released their own PMP a lot of which are now even containing game play features. But what about a PMP that is predominantly a handheld game console with the added bonus of a digital entertainment center.The new Gemei X-900 has the ability to play SNES and NES Roms and displays them on a 4.3-inch screened device at a mere 0.6-inches thick, but you can bulk up with some dedicated controls to spice things up, which include dual analog sticks along with the usual compliment of buttons.
Otherwise, it's pretty standard fare -- though the PMP does manage a small built-in camera. The screen sports a 480 x 272 resolution, there's 1GB of built-in flash memory along with an SD expansion slot, and the codec support includes FLAC, MP3, WMA for audio, along with AVI and MPEG-4 for video.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 7:53 AM
October 16, 2006
Ainol V1000 NES Emulator PMP
Well now it seems that the new standard feature of a PMP is game play, particularly emulators for old school systems. With that in mind we take a look at the new Ainol V1000 NES-playing PMP. This sleek player boasts a 2.5" QVGA display and has a 400MHz processor.Aside from Mario Brothers the V1000 can also play AVI and MP4 video files at 30 fps as well as audio playback in MP3 and WMA formats. The player has a internal hard drive of 512MB or 1GB with an external SD slot to expand you gaming and video playing capabilities.
Although details concerning battery life, availability, connectivity, and price aren't yet available, we're sure these handy all-in-ones will be popping up in China's gadget shops real soon.
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 5:33 PM
October 15, 2006
A New 4GB iriver Clix?
Is it true? A new upgraded iriver Clix? Well thats what rumors from Swedish tech site Min Hembio would lead us to believe. The new iriver Clix will come with a new color and higher capacity. Swedish tech site Min Hembio managed to obtain a trio of clearly professional product shots of the new Clix in its black shell.The exact release date as well as a lot of other information is still unknown about this new PMP. Right now about the only known information is that this player will be black and have a 4GB hard drive. Price is projected to be around 2,499 Swedish Kronas ($338).
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 11:31 AM
October 13, 2006
The New Ramos RM400
At first glance the new Ramos RM400 looks like a stylish high performance player; however, looks can be deceiving. While the player supports the major formats of MPEG 4 and AVI the screen that displays them is only 2.2" with a 320x240 pixel resolution which seems just a little too small for prolonged viewing. But wait it gets worse there is only 512MB of internal memory so just shy of enough space to fit a high quality full length movie.While this player certainly has nothing on the iPod or some of the more advanced PMPs the good news is that the price is very reasonable at about $50. While global releases aren't known yet it is expected to hit shelves in China this week
Via engadget
Posted by eric at 1:39 PM
The Skardin HT-250
Here comes Skardin, yet another company making an entrance into the PMP market with the new HT-250. This new device packs a 2.4" color LCD display with an aspect ratio of 4:3 (sorry no widescreen). The HT-250 is compatible with most standard video files including MPEG 4, DivX, and Xvid. The player also has a built in DVB-T receiver and an AV out port.Currently there is not much more information known about this new PMP but it is likely it will be compatible with MP3 files as well. Also the HT-250 has thrown in the memory card slot of choice, SD, to carry your media on.
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Posted by eric at 11:52 AM
October 11, 2006
The RCA Lyra X3030
One problem with a lot of PMPs is that they hardly have any internal memory, so you always have to decide what content you want to put on the player. Well that's not a problem with the new RCA Lyra X3030 Personal Media Recorder. The new X3030 is a pocket sized device is able to hold 120 hours of video on its 30GB hard drive.There is also a 3.6" LCD screen that has very crisp images and is perfect for personal viewing, there is also a built in microphone for voice recording.
The player has USB to transfer files to and from your PC and is compatible with services like Yahoo! Music Unlimited and emusic.com. The X3030 also has the ability to record video from sources such as analog TV and DVDs via DivX.
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Posted by eric at 10:36 AM
Apple to Announce Wireless iPod Video
Come on, you didn't really thing the "It's Showtime" announcement was going to be it for the year did you? Well it's not, according to engadget, Steve Jobs & Co. are supposedly finally about completed with the wireless / video iPod. This new iPod that is currently still just a concept will feature a widescreen touch display, and will be completely wireless.Supposedly Steve Jobs and Co. are preparing to announce this new device in the very near future so keep an eye out for it. I mean come on the nano and shuffle got complete makeovers, it's only fair the iPod does too.
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Posted by eric at 6:15 AM
October 10, 2006
SOLVO's New S830 PMP
It seems like everyone keeps coming out with the "all-in-one" PMP and they all think they are the first. Well although it isn't the first, SOLVO's new S830 all-in-one PMP with DMB and GPS sure is one of the sleekest. This new player sports a beautiful 7" screen and runs at 480x234. The player only has 128MB of internal memory though, so no watching a whole TV series or movie unless you can fit it on a SD card (a 1GB SD card is included)The GPS is powered by a SiRF Star III chip, while TV is the standard T-DMB variety, along with an AV-in plug, both of which are recordable if you've got the storage space. You can watch live TV anywhere that uses DVB-T for digital broadcasting. That covers much of Europe, Australia and parts of Asia and South America.
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Posted by eric at 9:41 AM
October 9, 2006
The Swedish PMC200
In the world of Swedish PMPs it looks like there may be a new king. Swedish Valei Computer is ready to take the crown as they release the first PMP in Sweden in 8 months. Their new PMC200 comes with a host of features including a 3.5" screen with 16:9 aspect ratio and compatibility with DivX, AVI and MPEG.This player also has your standard features of video out and the ability to read text files plus something not every PVP can do, record videos. The baby also only has up to four hours of battery life and for now is only being released in Sweden. The player may hit the UK sometime in the future but will probably never make it to this side of the Atlantic.
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Posted by eric at 12:21 PM
October 8, 2006
The all-in-one KNC HR-2800
I've said it before and i'll say it again, here is the most functional all-in-one PMP. KNC recently unveiled their new HR-2800 which sports a 3.6" LCD, 400 MHz CPU and a homebrew GUI to boot. The player supports AVI, MPEG4, DivX, and XviD as well as MP3 files.The player doesn't just stop there though it has software programs for every feature like a portable version of "Winamp". The player also has a 1.3 megapixel camera, and video output.
Don't go anywhere yet though we're just getting started, the feature that makes this unit the most unique one I've seen yet is it's video game capabilities. This player will apparently include NES and GPA emulators to get your retro game fix. However the one downside is the player only has 1GB of internal memory with an SD card slot. The price is quite reasonable though at just around $127.
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Posted by eric at 9:41 AM
Toshiba DVD and Portable Media Player Hybrid
Toshiba reccently showed off their new video player at CEATEC in Japan which is an attractive mix between a DVD player and PMP. The player supports DivX video codec and 1seg digital TV. In case you're wondering, 1seg is an HD mobile digital video broadcasting service in japan that was officially launched in April of last year, and uses the H.264 video codec.While there are still a lot of questions about this new unit one fact that took many by surprise was the lack of a widescreen. Also sorry to all my non-japanese readers, this one is for Japan only.
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Posted by eric at 9:31 AM
October 6, 2006
Toshiba Gigabeat V30 Reviewed
CNET has reviewed the Toshiba Gigabeat V30Quote: "The Toshiba Gigabeat V offers audio, video, and photo playback in a slim and original form factor; PMC software is intuitive; solid processor performance; compatible with WMA Lossless; standard USB port; excellent audio quality; good rated battery life."
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Posted by eric at 8:32 AM
October 4, 2006
The New JXD628 All in One PMP
The Chinese company JXD has come out with one of the most versatile PMPs yet. The 1GB JXD628 sports a 3" LCD video in and out and your standard features of calculator, calendar, and even a electronic dictionary.Now while some PMPs only allow you to create slideshows with pictures from other sources the JXD628 resolves that problem with a built in 2 megapixel camera. Another interesting feature is the rumor of some sort of video game functionality.
The downside is memory, this player only has a internal hard drive of 1GB and while there is an SD slot you still can't hold to much video at once. As far as file support the JXD628 offers DizX, XviD and ASF for video, MP3, WMA, and WAV for music, and just the simple JPEG for slideshows. Also another downside is only 4-5 hours of battery life. So it looks to me like maybe they are trying to pack too much into one unit to cheaply. I think a better hard drive could make this PMP one of the best.
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Posted by eric at 9:29 AM
The Wolverine ESP 120GB PMP
It looks like Mac users finally have another option. Wolverine Data has introduced its ESP a PMP that is compatible for both the PC and the Mac! This bad boy comes in 80GB and 120GB models. Each player has the ability to play video and music and display photos.Another very nice feature of this player is that it is compatible with all memory card formats. The ESP has a built in 7-in-1 flash media card reader making it compatible with CompactFlash, MicroDrive, Secure Digital, MMC, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro and XD Card formats.
Weighing in at 10.2 ounces and display of 3.6" this seems like a nice little video player. The Wolverine uses USB 2.0 to connect to Mac or PC and can play all standard picture, music, and video files. The player also has an AM/FM Radio. Press Release
Posted by eric at 7:27 AM
October 2, 2006
The Coby PMP4320 Reviewed
CNET has reviewed the Coby PMP4320Quote: "The Coby PMP4320 offers photo viewing and audio/video playback and recording, an expansion SD slot, a built-in kickstand, and stereo speakers. It's compatible with many video formats and has extras such as a text reader, an FM radio/recorder, and a voice recorder."
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Posted by eric at 10:44 AM
A Portable Video Player For Your Wrist
And you thought that all portable video players looked the same. Well here is a new innovative PMP watch. Similar to the Aigo F029, only much more attractive, the Shenzhen Adragon Digitek's MP4 watch let's you watch your favorite videos on the connivence of your wrist. And people were starting to think watches were going out of style because of cell-phones.The snazzy new MP4 watch has line-in capabilities, five EQ settings, and USB 2.0 connectivity. Heck you can even watch your favorite TV shows underwater as this watch sports a water/shockproof enclosure. Unfortunately it may be awhile before the watch actually hits the market so for now the only option is the ugly Aigo F029.
Via Engadget
Posted by eric at 10:21 AM
October 1, 2006
The iubi Blue 2500
There's a new player on the field and it's not looking to hot. Iubi is a new name to most but they have come out with a cheap high performance PVP. The iubi Blue 2500 has a 4.3" screen with a resolution of 480x272. The player is a 30GB internal hard drive and supports just about every video format possible.While at first it sounds like a great player, you might want to take a closer look. Iubi's goal was to create a powerfull player at a cheap price so they cut a lot of corners to do so.
To start it's rather large for a portable player Measuring 80 x 131 x 19mm and weighing 260 grams. Also it isn't exactly attractive. covered in swathes of anonymous black plastic this is not a quality housing like those found on an Archos player, plus it attracts finger prints like a crime scene. Handling the player on a daily basis makes you worry about the build quality and longevity.
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Posted by eric at 7:13 AM
September 28, 2006
Mio H610 Personal GPS Unit and PMP
While the Mio H610’s main purpose in life is to provide you with directions from A to B it also doubles as a basic PMP. The player uses touch screen that takes up the majority of the player. Similar to the FineDrive M300, the touch screen is very easy to navigate with large icons for each function of the player such as music and video playback. The device plays MP3 and Divx files via a SD card memory slot, sorry no internal memory here.
If you are more interested in a video player than look elsewhere, however if you’re in the market for a GPS and would like to watch a TV show or two in the car than this is for you. The Mio H610 will come out in November at a MSRP of $499.95.
Via Gizmodo
Posted by eric at 8:44 AM
The Archos 504, A 160GB PVP
We first mentioned the Archos 504 back in mid August, but there wasn’t too much information available at the time. Well now Archos has come clean on all the details of the new 160GB PMP. In my opinion this new PMP is the most versatile and capable of any PVP out there. Not only does it have 160GB of internal memory but can be used (with an addition accessory) as a DVR for your TV, so no more paying a monthly fee for TiVo.
The Archos 504 has a widescreen that measures 4.3 inches and if that isn’t big enough for you then just used the option DVR accessory. Not only can the player display MPEG-4 files on your TV it can also record from TV and other sources in MPEG-4 format. The battery on the player can play 17 hours of music or 5 ½ hours of video. Another nice feature that not a lot of other PMPs have is the ability to read PDF files.
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Posted by eric at 8:33 AM
September 26, 2006
StormBlue A9+ Bluetooth PVP
For so long we have seen cell phones that are starting to come equipped with video players, but what about a video player equipped with a cell phone. Well Advanced MP3 Players has done just that with their new StormBlue A9+ bluetooth compatible PVP. So not only can you use bluetooth headphones with this bad boy but you can make and receive calls with your bluetooth enabled mobile phone.
The StormBlue A9+ is available in 2GB and 4GB models with an SD memory card slot to add more storage. The player features a 2-inch, 220x x 176, 262,144-colour display and plays back standard music files as well as MPEG 4 video files. The rechargeable battery offers 11 hours playback for video files or 39 hours for music. The player also comes with an FM tuner.
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Posted by eric at 9:19 AM
September 25, 2006
Doghouse Electronics' RoverTV
There are a lot of PVPs out there that seem more like MP3 players with the added bonus of video playback. Well doghouse electronics' has decided to focus more on the PVP end and make a beautiful widescreen video player. While the RoverTV screen takes up most of the player (4.1") it is not touch screen like you may have guessed, in fact the buttons are located on the side. Another downside is the player does not come with any internal memory, but the player does include a 2GB SD card.
While the device was designed primarily just for video it also features music playback, photo and eBook viewing, voice recording and radio to name a few.
All in all, the RoverTV is a decent device with a nice wide screen, but performance is far from outstanding. You can only hold a max of 2GB on an external memory card, battery life is only around 6 hours and touch screen controls would help immensely. Sounds to me like this company is headed straight for the doghouse
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Posted by eric at 9:45 AM
MSI D310 Finally Hits Stores
The new MSI D310 that was announced in April has finally hit the market. The MSI D310 is lightweight and portabe weighing in at only 180 grams, yet still packing a beautiful 4.2" color screen. The Player also supports auto scanning, digital Teletext, a remote and AV out to watch your video on a larger TV.
As with most every other PMP the player can also be used for audio and photp viewing. The downside to the player is NO internal memory meaning you will need to get some high capacity SD cards if you want to hold any sizable amount of video.
The player has what's called a Freeway receiver, which means it'll work anywhere that uses DVB-T for digital broadcasting. That covers much of Europe, Australia and parts of Asia and South America.
Via Tech Digest
Posted by eric at 8:59 AM
September 24, 2006
The New Commodore Gravel
Despite it’s rather interesting name the Commodore Gravel looks to be a very versatile PVP. With the ability to play MP4, MPEG, DivX, Xvid, WMV, MP3, WMA, WAV, JPG, BMP and GIF files it seems like there’s nothing that this little guy isn’t up to.
It has 1 or 2GB of internal flash memory, plus an expandable SD slot for removable memory, and plays on its 2.8” screen.
Then there's the Gravel in Home system, which has a 80GB hard disk, Video On Demand and Replay TV support. This sounds like an interesting feature but there is not too much information on it at this time.Press Release
Posted by eric at 7:36 AM
September 22, 2006
The New FineDrive M300
FineDrive, a Korean company, offers a new GPS device that also has an integrated T-DMB receiver (Digital TV Tuner) and PMP capabilities. The FineDrive M300 weighs only 130 grams, has a 3.5" touch screen and 3GB of internal memory.
The M300 will presumably also have an SD expansion slot. This is the perfect electronic device to have in your car rather than having three different devices. Unfortunately though this player is only available in Korea right now.
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Posted by eric at 6:21 AM
The Toshiba MES20VW Reviewed
Earlier this week it was said that Toshiba will be coming with a new line of PVPs. Well one of our partners, Digital Trends had a chance to test out and review the MES30VW.
Quote:
"I like the design of the Gigabeat S series better than the iPod. You have to compare the two because Gigabeat looks too much like the iPod not to. The 30-gigabyte version, which I test-drove, comes in white and the 60-gig version is black. Gigabeat is also better proportioned than my iPod—at least for me."
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Posted by eric at 5:46 AM
September 20, 2006
Disney Releases Their Own PVP
Disney has announced their own portable video player. The Disney Mix Max Player was announced Tuesday as an upgraded version of the Disney Mix Stick music player. The new features are the ability to play movies and view digital photos on top of listening to music.Disney has taken SanDisk's approach to media players by offering expansion slots for memory cards to increase device capacity rather than equipping the devices with large internal memories. Disney is also selling memory cards with Disney content already on them.
Similar to other Disney products the players are colorful easy-to-use versions of players designed for adults. The player has a 2.2" screen, 512MB of internal memory and a battery life os two hours for video and eight hours for music.
Official Press Release
Posted by eric at 6:16 AM