How many times did you want to listen to music from your iPod nano or touch without actually having to use your headphones? That’s possible if you have a dock close by but what about when you’re on the go? A nice pair of ultraportable speakers would definitely come in handy. Luckily for us there’s a Korean company out that came up with a solution for this problem.

Green Power has launched two different sliding speaker models for both the iPod nano and the iPod touch. The 1.5W twin speakers offer stereo sound which is quite a nice alternative to headphones. The sliding speaker acts like a dock and it comes with an mini USB port which can be using for both charging and uploading new content your iPod. We have no details about pricing and arrival dates at this point so you’ll be left listening to music with your regular headphones while fantasizing about the dock.

via gizmag

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Remember the Creative ZEN X-Fi2 that we mentioned earlier in September? More exactly on the begining of the month, 2nd of September?

Well, in case you remember it there are good news because the portable media player is now available for purchase at Amazon, with a starting price of $130 for the 8GB version. Other versions include the 16GB at $180, and the 32GB at $230. If the 32GB aren’t enough to hold all your data, don’t worry because there is a microSD card slot to expand memory.

Other details of the Creative ZEN X-Fi2 include a 3-inch touchscreen, a RSS reader which is an uncommon feature, FM radio, speakers, voice recorder, and support for WMV, MPEG, XviD and DivX.

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If you’ve been looking around to purchase a cool portable media player that has a lot of features, check out the PXP-2000 that is a look-a-like of the PSP. Anyway, this copycat version supports microSD cards so you don’t have to worry about storage capacity.

In terms of compatible file formats, the list is big thanks to the support of codecs. With that being said, the PXP-2000 can playback the following files: RM, RMVB, AVI, WMV, ASF, MPG, MPEG, MPE, MP4, DAT, MOV, and DAT. Additionally, this player can also turn into a gamer because it comes with a NES emulator, and also supports Gameboy and SFC. So, if this isn’t the full-of-features-PMP that you’ve been looking for, I don’t know what it is…

Tags: emulator, MP3 Players, NES, PMP, Portable Devices, pxp-2000

We are used to see COWON release a high number of portable media players during a year, and you can mark the iAudio 9 as their latest addition which is suppose to be the successor of the previous iAudio devices.

In terms of features, the COWON iAudio 9 boasts a 2.-inch screen and sadly it can only a read a few video file formats, unlike other PMPs that provide a huge list of supported formats. In this case, there are four options: AVI, WMV, Xvid, and ASF. As for the audio files, it can playback MP3, WMA, OGG, WAV, FLAC and APE. The iAudio 9 might not be a good PMP in the features department, but in the style department it rocks many others out there.

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And now for something completely different here is the D1500-PMP from China that has unusual features and also an awkward style. The D1500 is available at the Popular Chinagrabber online store and costs $75 - which is a good price taking in consideration what you get.

As for the details of the D1500-PMP, the device comes with 8GB of intenal memory, a 3.6-inch screen with 400×240 as the resolution, supports WMA, MP3 and WAV audio files, and RM, RMVB, and AVI video files. On top of the FM tuner, the PMP also works as an eBook reader and has an audio recorder. But the best part stays for last, and I’m talking about the support for NES, SNES and GBA games.

Tags: d1500, games, MP3 Players, PMP, Portable Devices

All the way from China comes a new PMP - Portable Media Player - which is made by Gemei and codenamed HD8800.

This is the perfect device for people that want a PMP at a considerable low price, with the whole set of basic features that is what most users usually want. Anyhow, the Gemei HD8800 has an approximate price tag of $100 and can playback four different file formats, those being RVMB, AVI, FLV and MKV. It can playback these files in 1080p format, and the extra bonus is the HDMI port so you can connect it to high definition TV. At the moment there is no information about its release date.

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The Zune HD is a hit product so far. Most resellers have run out of it so maybe you should check eBay’s auctions to see if people are selling any Zune HD. And if you do, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find out that there’s a special Zune waiting for you. The auction for this 32GB “Atomic” Zune HD starts at $265 but the price will probably go way up. In case you’re not willing to pay extra for a Zune HD then you should probably wait for the guys at Redmond to release this version too. Which I’m sure they will do at some point in the near future.

via Anything but iPod

Tags: Atomic, ebay, microsoft, microsoft, MP3 Players, zune, Zune HD

90% of the portable media players in the market only have one main function, which is to playback audio and video files, but the new iKaRa i600 stands out from the rest because it comes with a Karaoke function.

The Asian PMP sports a 2.4-inch display screen that provides a resolution of 320×240 pixels, it comes in 4 colors including white, black, orange and bordeaux, and there’s only one version of 2GB that costs close to $30. Other details include support for MP3, ASF, WMA, WAV and OGG audio files, and as for the video support it can playback FLV, MOV, VOB, WMV, AVI, and RM.

Tags: i600, iKaRa, Karaoke, MP3 Players, PMP, Portable Devices

T56 is the codename of the new portable media player announced by Teclast, which is suppose to be released in the near future (a couple of weeks). The Chinese MP4 player doesn’t have a price tag yet, but it will most probably be lower than its competitors because that’s just how the Chinese manufacturers work.

The Teclast T56 sports a 5-inch screen and supports videos at 1080p which is pretty good, but you’ll need to use the HDMI output to take advantage of all the quality provided. Unlike other PMPs, this one has GPS which is another positive point. Other details include voice recording via small microphone, and FM radio.

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All the way from China comes a new Portable Media Player made by NewSmy and codenamed A16HD+, it is full of good features just like the Chinese manufacturers usually do their gadgets.

The A16HD+ boasts a 5-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 800×400 pixels and supports high-definition video. In terms of supported file formats for video, the NewSmy can playback RM, 3GP, MPG, MP4, AVI, FLV, and many more. As for the audio department, it supports MP3, OGG, WMA, WAV and FLAC.

The A16HD+ runs on Windows CE 6.0, only weighs 200grams and includes an HDMI out port. Additionally, it can record video in 720p via AV-IN.

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It looks like MSI is not all about netbooks and laptops! The company has a 3-inch PMP ready to introduce to everyone. The MT-V656 is the device in question and it will offer you a 3-inch display (most likely finger friendly but unconfirmed so far), a silver casing, video output, FM tuner, voice recording capabilities, various media files support, 4GB of storage space upgradeable via memory card and support for gaming. The device will be available for just $42 which is a very affordable price but we have no idea when MSI will actually make it available. Would you get a MT-V656 PMP instead of the Zune HD or the iPod touch 3G?

via playerbites

Tags: 3-inch, iPod touch 3G, Mobile News, MP3 Players, MSI, MT-V656, PMP, Portable Devices, Zune HD

If you still refer to Bruce Springsteen as “The Boss” or own more than one album of Mr. Mister, it means you are still stuck in the 80s and we have got just the thing for you (if you live in South Korea that is).  Samsung has announced a Memories Special version of their popular YP-P3 portable media player that bundles 500 tracks from the 70s-80s era, courtesy of Mnet.  The player itself gets few changes other than a modified UI to house the larger icons, karaoke support, and the ability to organize songs based on the user’s mood and will cost 279,000 Won ($232) when it is released in November.  And no, we don’t know if it comes loaded with Y.M.C.A.

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Tags: Memories Edition, MP3 Players, Portable Devices, portable media player, Samsung, Yepp, YP-P3

Sony isn’t happy with all the MP3 players they currently have in the marketplace, so they decided to launch the MicroVault Click that comes in six storage capaciti models, from 1GB all the way up to 32GB, with 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB in the middle.

In case the 32GB aren’t good enough to suit your needs, don’t worry because there is a Virtual Expander that has the function to compress data via MicroVault software. The working method of the Click is exactly as the name suggests, click once to show the USB2.0 port, and click again to make it disappear. This MP3 player is capable of working with Windows ReadyBoost and is available in purble, orange, blue, and pink.

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If you’re looking to buy a small MP3 player for those occasions when you’re working out, check out something that is very small and very light, the MP3 Microsport that only weighs 8 grams and has the following dimensions: 16 x 25 x 22 mm - is that small enough?

The MP3 Microport includes headphones (50cm cable) and has the usual USB interface so you can connect it to a computer (or a Mac). There battery life can last for 4 hours in play-time, and the supported file formats include MP3, WMA, and WAV. Finally, there are two models that differ in storage capacity: 2GB and 4GB.

Buy online at geekstuff4u.

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Archos has just announced the existence of their latest Internet Tablet pictured above and boy is it a beautiful device with its 4.8-inch 800×480 resolution touchscreen display and Ti OMAP3 processor.

Below is a full feature list found in the Archos 5 Internet Tablet

• HD video support (H.264, WMV, Mpeg-4 up to 720P)
• Archos AppsLib store with Archos 5-compatible Android applications
• Micro SD Slot (SDHC compatible)
• Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
• GPS with 3D Maps
• Bluetooth 2.0 (mobile phone tethering capable)
• FM transmitter and FM receiver (RDS)
• Built-in speaker, microphone and leg stand
• support for a wide variety of audio/video codecs and image formats
• additional functionality available via optional accessories (DVR-Station, HDMI Mini-Dock, GPS In-Car Holder, etc)
• Pre-installed Android applications include DroidIn, Ebuddy IM, Twidroid, QuickPedia, and more
• Flash 10 support expected with Android 2.0 in Q1 2010
• 22 hours of Music playback time and 7 hours of Video playback with standard Lithium polymer battery

What’s more, you can choose from flash versions in ither 8, 16 or 32GB or hard drive version fof either 160GB or 500GB with prices ranging from $249 for the 8GB flash model all the way up to $439 for the 500GB model. Lastly, all of the above mentioned Archos 5 Internet Tablet models will be made available for purchase on September 16th.

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Tags: $5, archos, flash drive, hard drive, internet tablet, Mobile News, Mobile Software, MP3 Players, Portable Devices

In addition to the Walkman NW-A840 that we mentioned earlier today, Sony has presented another PMP - the S Series.

The Sony Walkman S Series will become available in 4 different colors - pink, green, orange, and grey - and so far there is no information about its price. There are 2 models available, the small one that only has 8GB of internal memory, or the better one with 32GB. This Walkman series supports a big number format files, including the usual MP3, WMa, ATRAC, but also the HE-AAC and PCM AAC. In the video department, it supports three formats: MPEG-4, AVC, and WMV. Other details include a FM radio tuner, and a 2-inch LCD monitor.

Tags: MP3 Players, S-Series, Sony, Walkman

C-IP313 is the codename of the new dock made by Kenwood, which unlike other docks has a good style and good specifications.

In terms of supported audio file formats, it can play MP3 and WMA via a USB pen, or via a SD/SDHC memory card. Besides those two options, it can also has a CD player for everyone that still has CDs… The dock also works with the iPod but it seems it doesn’t like the iPhone. As for the sound, 2 speakers with 10W each is not bad for such a small sized dock. The Kenwood C-IP313 will hit the shelves at the end of October.

Tags: C-IP313, cd player, dock, kenwood, MP3 Players, Portable Devices

Sony has presented yet another walkman portable media player, this time it is called NW-A840 and will become available to the public in a matter of weeks, more exactly on October 31st. The starting price is set at $260 and can go up to $440 depending on the model you pick: 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB.

Inside the Sony Walkman NW-A840 you can find a battery life that lasts 29 hours in sound-mode, or 9 hours in video-mode. The PMP plays MPEG-4 files for video at 384kbps, and it has radio + S-Master digital amplifier, a TV-out function with a resolution of 720×480, and not much more…

via oled-info

Tags: MP3 Players, NW-A840, PMP, Sony, Walkman

The Zune HD only hit the market yesterday but already Microsoft is giving users some cusomization options. Utilizing Microsoft’s Zune Originals service, you can choose from a variety of designs to brand your Zune HD with such as the one pictured above completely free of charge.

Additionally, you can get a custom phrase, saying, or anything else laser etchd onto the back of your device as you can also see above.

via engadget

Tags: Custom, laser etch, Mobile News, MP3 Players, Portable Devices, Zune HD, zune originals

It seems that Sony Ericsson is gearing up to have a bit of a keynote of theirselves as the above flyer has recently been posted letting us know that the way we listen to music will change forever on September 21st.

Now, this is a bit of a zealous claim considering Sony Ericsson is continously pumping run-of-the-mill MP3 playing headsets so the same should be expected here. However, we can’t write the handset manufacturer off until the keynote actually rolls around. According to SE, the announcement will have to do with Bluetooth audio quality and ‘free energy’.

Check back around September 21st as we’ll keep you updated.

via sonyericsson

Tags: announcement, audio quality, bluetooth, Cell Phones, event, free energy, keynote, Mobile News, Mobile Software, MP3 Players, Sony Ericsson, Sony Ericsson