Here is another digital audio player from JVC. Dubbed as the JVC Alneo XA-M series DAP, the player features a six-line OLED display, 100-song playlists and an FM tuner. Basically it’s an entry level MP3 player, but what’s cool about this gadget is that it offers 35 hours of continuous playback, which is quite a long time if you ask me. Available in red, white, black, blue and pink-gold, the JVC Alneo XA-M DAP is priced at $120 for the 1GB model, $140 for the 4GB model, and $160 for the 6GB model. [Impress via iPod and MP3 Players Blog]
AnythingbutiPod provides us enough info about the new Creative Zen Krystal. The new DAP features 4GB of storage capacity, FM Tuner, a blue OLED display, a built-in pedometer and support for MP3 and WMA file formats. Measuring 57mm x 37mm x 10.8mm, the gadget in currently available at Creative’s Hong Kong site for approx. €55. [AnythingButiPod via iPod Blog]
Those who live in Asia Pacific region can enjoy this sleek looking DAP from Samsung starting on August 7th. With a nice price of $66 to $96, depending on the capacity, the U4 is available in 2GB and 4GB. No words on when it will hit the US market yet, hopefully soon. [Engadget via iPods]
Greenhouse Japan offers the KanaCL, which is a lightweight flash based DAP with 2GB of onboard memory. Measuring 26mm × 66mm × 14mm and weighing 20grams, the gadget sports MP3 / WMA files and has a voice recorder. Its built-in Lithium Ion battery provides approx. 5 hours of playback time. The Greenhouse KanaCLbe is available in pink, white, black and red for 5480 Yen or around $55. [Newlaunches]
The Sony NW-E020F is a Disney-themed MP3 player that are available in 1GB or 2GB capacities. The player is compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC audio file formats. The 1GB model will retail for approximately €50 while the 2GB version is going for €55. [Akihabara via iPod Blog] Read more
The latest iRiver MP3 player, the Volcano T7, is now available. The player comes with a simple design and features up to 4GB of storage capacity, a small OLED display, an FM radio, a voice recording function, SRS WOW, an equalizer (8 presets) and a USB 2.0 port. The gadget sports MP3/WMA/ASF/OGG audio formats. Available in White, Black, Pink, Blue, and Chocolate, the Volcano T7 is proced at €35 (2GB) and €50(4GB). [Akihabara via iPod Blog] Read more
Thanko today unveiled its new waterproof Digital Audio Player. The gadget can be used 10 meters in depth and features 1GB of internal memory. No info on pricing or availability so far. [Akihabara via iPod Blog]
Cowon has upgraded its A3 portable media player with a 80GB memory capacity. However, there is no official announcement from Cowon about this. The player is priced at a hefty €448. [DAPreview via iPod Blog]
Samsung has decided to release the T10 “La Fleur Special Edition”. It is a customizable MP3 player that currently available in two colors option such as Black and Purple Floral. This gadget is a limited edition. No word on pricing or availability so far. [Akihabara via iPod Blog] Read more
Samsung has decided to launch their latest PMP in Korea. The Samsung YP-BP2 comes jam packed with 3 inch WQVGA display, DAB radio tuner, DVB-T mobile TV tuner, and Bluetooth connectivity. The device is available in 2GB, 4GB or 8GB storage capacities. [GenerationMP3]
