07 Feb 10 New PMP: iRiver N15
iRiver has recently presented a new PMP – portable media player – codenamed N15, which is pretty small at 26×55.5×13mm and comes colored in shiny black.
Spec-wise the iRiver player can playback music for 12 hours and supports the following formats: MP3, WMA, WAV, APE, FLAC. It is available in 2GB or 4GB editions and comes with voice recording, FM-radio, and ear-phones.
Popularity: 2% [?]
04 Feb 10 Freestyle Audio Waterproof MP3 Player
Marinemart has announced that their new MP3 player is available for pre-order. The special features of this player include being waterproof, shockproof, and it even has a screen that you can see underwater.
As for the technical specifications, the Freestyle Waterproof player has 2GB of memory, comes with waterproof ear buds and plays 3 types of files – MP3, WMA, and WMA. It also has a FM tuner, a small OLED screen, and can be submerged onto ten feet of water.
Price of the Freestyle Audio Waterproof MP3 Player? $90.
Popularity: 2% [?]
Tags: freestyle, mp3, waterproof
04 Feb 10 Yinlips YDP102 MP3 player
YDP102 is the codename of the new MP3 Player made by Yinlips which comes with a good set of features for a good price, only $20!
The Yinlips YDP102 can playback seven different format files – MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC, AAC, OGG, WAV – and comes with 2GB of storage capacity.
One of the best features of the YDP102is the battery life which can last up to 100 hours, and it only takes 5 minutes for a full recharge.
Popularity: 2% [?]
02 Feb 10 Freelander PMPs: T30 and T50
Freelander seems to be a new brand of PMPs – Portable Media Players – and they have just announced two new products named T30 and T50.
The Freelander T30 is the less expensive model that costs approximately $90 and comes with 2GB of internal memory. It boasts a 3.5-inch screen, directional buttons, and supports a wide range of audio and video file formats, like RM, RMVB, AVI, 3GB, MP4, FLV, WMA, FLAC, and even has support for ID3 tagging.
The other model is the Freelander T50 which has a price tag of $130 and a 4.3-inch widescreen. It supports the same type of files but the internal memory is bigger at 4GB.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: freelander, t30, t50
31 Jan 10 ViewSonic MovieBook VPD550T – PMP
ViewSonic not only releases cool MIDs like the VPCo8, but it also has a line of PMPs – Portable Media Players.
Recently they launched the MovieBook VPD550T which is a 5-inch player with touchscreen, which is suppose to feature 1080p full HD support. Anyway, this ViewSonic model plays a lot of different format files like MKV, MP3, and RMVB. It also has a slot for microSD memory cards.
The 8GB model of the ViewSonic MovieBook VPD550T costs $200.
Popularity: 2% [?]
30 Jan 10 Ainol V8000HDV – New PMP
A popular Chinese company named Ainol has recently released a new PMP – portable media player – which supports 1280p.
The V8000HDV has a 4.3-inch screen that provides a resolution of 800×480, but thanks to the HDMI out you can easily check the content on a 1280p HD screen. The device has 16GB of internal flash memory that can be used, and thankfully it can playback a lot of different format files, here is a small list: AVI, RMVBwith SRT subtitles, and TS, AVI, MP4, MPG, MKV, PSP, DAT, VOB.
The Ainol V8000HDV costs close to $150.
Popularity: 1% [?]
28 Jan 10 SlotRadio+ microSD cards compatible with BlackBerry, available from Verizon
I have used the slotRadio+ microSD memory cards, which have preprogrammed music on them. Sandisk’s SlotRadio is designed for these cards, and they are designed for those who hate downloading music. Verizon has recently announced that they plan to offer slotRadio+ microSD memory cards for the BlackBerry.
The user will have to download and install an app to play the SDcard on the BlackBerry, which will also hook up to the V CAST music service. The cards will retail for $50 a piece for BlackBerry’s Pearl, Pearl Flip, Curve, Storm, Storm2, and Tour models.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: BlackBerry, SDcard, slotRadio+, Verizon, Verizon Wireless
26 Jan 10 Chuwi P7II – New touchscreen PMP
Chuwi P7II is the codename of the new touchscreen PMP – portable media player – that can playback videos with full HD support at 1080p.
The P7II has a 5-inch display with a resolution of 800×480 pixels, and has OGT functionality as well as a HDMI port. Thankfully it can playback a lot of different format files like OGG, APE, H.264 and MKV.
There are two versions of the Chuwi P7II for sale: 8GB for $120 and 16GB at $150.
Popularity: 1% [?]
26 Jan 10 Hello Kitty MP3 Player has a Swarovski crystals on its bow
Some of you might remember when we covered the Hello Kitty MP3 Player from iRiver, and the company is now working with Mouse Computer to create a Hello Kitty MP3 Player with a bow or flower of Swarovski crystals. Now, I’m sure you’re wondering, “who cares”. Hey, if you got kids that like Hello Kitty and MP3s, then you have to be up on these things.
Anyway, here are the specs. The 4GB of internal memory (which is good enough for about 1,000 MP3 or WMA files). It weighs about 16 grams, and is on sale now in Japan for about $110.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: Hello Kitty, Hello Kitty MP3 player, Swarovksi crystals, Swarovski
25 Jan 10 Luxe cover for iPod Touch 2G and 3G from iFrogz
I usually don’t report on iPod or iPhone covers/skins, but I had a chance to try out iFrogz Luxe, and found it worked quite well.
The original iFrogz Luxe snaps together in the back with a button that be pushed to remove it. It also comes with a screen for the front to protect from smudges and scratches.
The Original collection comes in pink, green, blue, red, black, and purple for about $29.99. The Crystal collection is transparent and $14.99, which is the same price for the Silicone Wrapz, available in black, red, pink, blue, and transparent. The protective screen costs $3.00.
All these products are available at the iFrogz site.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: ifrogz, iPod touch cover, Luxe, Luxe crystal, Luxe original, screen film, silicone wrapz
25 Jan 10 T-Mobile wants to adopt DoubleTwist MP3 integration for Android-playing Mobile devices
Let’s say you have a non-Apple device, and you want to download MP3s on it. You could do it the hard way, or get DoubleTwist.
DoubleTwist isn’t a gum, but a way of getting your MP3 tracks onto devices such as the Nexus One, Android devices, or other non-Apple mobiles. You can watch the video here to see it in action, and you should know that T-Mobile is planning on pre-loading Double-Twist software with many of the new Android devices.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: Android, DoubleTwist, mp3, T-Mobile
24 Jan 10 Zune to get an update tomorrow, service could be affected
I’ve got some news that might be interest for Zune lovers. Especially those of you who have been noticing the alert warning.
Microsoft has recently stated that the Zune maintenance, which is scheduled to begin at 10PM PST on January 25th, could last for 24 hours. This could affect everything Zune-related which would include Zune Pass, Zune Marketplace, Zune.net, and Zune video on Xbox Live. Also, when the upgrades are complete, users will have to update their PC software, and, unless you own a Zune HD, you’ll have to update your firmware.
I suppose Zune users may find this quite inconvenient, and there is supposedly another update available in the Spring.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: microsoft, zune, Zune HD, Zune Marketplace, zune pass, Zune update, Zune video, Zune.net
22 Jan 10 My, how the EyePod has changed since the 19th century
I found this shot of an EyePod, and couldn’t help but be thankful for the technological advancements of the last century.
I mean, today’s iPod has no eye on it, and they have dropped the Victrola horn in exchange for headphones.
Seriously, I thought this might be fun posting before the weekend, so have a good one. Be grateful that we never lived the the nightmarish steampunk era that would have created this Eyepod.
Popularity: 1% [?]
18 Jan 10 Aperion Home Audio Link Announced
Aperion has launched the Aperion Home Audio Link (HAL), a wireless adaptor that streams any form of audio from a computer, mobile device or PMP. It is quite simple to use and is highlighted by a robust wireless link to deliver high quality audio at a very affordable price.
The Aperion HAL system retails for $149 and is now available for pre-order. It will officially be shipping by January 28, 2010.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: Aperion, HAL, Home Audio Link, PMP
15 Jan 10 Digital Cube i-Station T9
The i-Station T9 from Digital Cube is a PMP that is made for HD videos, as well as an HDMI port to plug it into a bigger screen. It also has some Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity as well.
The screen is a 4.3 incher, with 480 x 272 resolution. There is no word on when the i-Station T9 will be available, as well as a price.
Popularity: 1% [?]
13 Jan 10 iTamTam docking stool for iPod and iPhone
There are a lot of iPod docks out there, and this is the first one that I have seen that resembles a bar stool. The iTamTam from Branex Design of France has some pretty impressive specs with four 1.5 inch 10 Watt tweeters and a 5.25-inch 80 Watt subwoofer.
I’m not certain if you are meant to sit on this 11 pound contraption, but I certainly wouldn’t sit on it when the iPod/iPhone product is docked in it. Don’t lean on it. Your iPod or iPhone is not meant to be back support.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: Branex Design of France, iTamTam
11 Jan 10 Xtreme Mac InCharge Home
Xtreme Mac had a lot of stuff on display for CES 2010, and most of it was related to their InCharge Home. This unit is a dual USB iPhone/iPod wall charger that features a low-profile design that allows charging of any two USB devices and easy access to the second outlet.
The InCharge Home costs about $29.99. The InCharge Home Plus has international adapters for worldwide use and costs $39.99. The InCharge Portable is a rechargeable battery pack with a wall charger adapter and viewing stand for power anywhere on the go. It costs about $79.99. Then there is the InCharge Mobile, a rechargable battery pack and protective case for the iPhone with ultra-thin, low profile design for up to four hours of extra talk time. It also costs $79.99. Oh, by the way, there is the InCharge Auto, a one-piece ultra compact car charger with an extendable coiled cord for $19.99.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: iPhone products, iPod products, Xtreme Mac, xtrememac
11 Jan 10 Stereo Handsfree Speakerphone from Nuvelli
I’ve never heard of Nuvelli before I happened to drop by their booth at CES 2010, but something tells me that I will probably be hearing a lot more from them in the near future. Especially if they keep putting out products like this Stereo Handsfree Speakerphone, for example.
This guy is a hard metal rod that uses Bluetooth 2.0 to sync with most Bluetooth phones. It is powered by a Li-ion rechargeable battery for a talk time of up to 15 hours, and a music playing time of up to 8 hours. It has a range of up to 10 meters.
Unfortunately, I have no idea of when this product will be out, nor any word of the price.
Popularity: 1% [?]
06 Jan 10 Sony Walkman NWZ-A840 series
Sony has announced a new PMP player for their Walkman line, we’re talking about the NWZ-A840 series that will be launched later this year.
The Walkman NWX-480 comes with a 2.8-inch display screen and it only weighs 62 grams. This is also the thinnest Walkman ever created to date, with 7.2mm. This 480 version is already available in Japan in 2 colors: black or brown. There are a few options on the storage capacity info: 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB.
As for the other version, the NWZ-A485 – it will only become available in one color: black.
Popularity: 1% [?]
06 Jan 10 Sharper Image Roman Clock Speaker for iPod or iPod Touch
Sharper Image has been associated with classy and luxury tech products for decades, and I saw a prime example last night at CES unveiled. The Roman Clock Speaker is a simply dock for the iPhone/iPod Touch that uses a new app to make an old clock.
It really is a perfect mix of old and new aesthetics, and it can play music just as well, filling whatever room it is in with quality sound. I’m not certain of the price of this guy, but it should be available in August or September of this year.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Tags: Roman Clock Speaker, Sharper Image, Sharper Image Roman Clock Speaker
