
This SmartDisk FlashTrax XT PMP is pretty handy with its 40 GB hard drive. It accepts compact flash cards and plays just about every video format and records from any video source. It also has an FM tuner, but may be a little flimsy for a true PMP enthusiast. Info via Gadget Madness.
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Huge speakers with iPod ports is a perfect combination for all you iPod rockers. The 600W XL and 100 W L systems have iPod docks and built-in speakers along with an FM tuner, CD player. They’re available now for $1,075 and $599 for the XL and L. Via Gizmodo.

This handy tool for DJs allows you to make plenty of hot mixes with your iPod. The Numark iDJ2 allows you to play 2 tracks off your iPod at once. It has pitch control and allows you to record your mixes back to your iPod or USB connection. No word on pricing yet. Info via Uncrate.

Pioneer just released three new DVD players with an HDMI port, the DV-696AV, DV-490V and DV-393. The first two support an up scale in 720p/1080i and the DV-696AV is also SACD compatible. DivX 6 support comes with the DV-696AV and DV-490V. Via Akihabara News.

Nextar has just introduced the Nextar MC3007 Portable Media Player, an inexpensive PMP that’s full of features, it plays and records video files & audio/music files, and allows you to view picture files with its 7-inch display and 40 GB hard drive. It connects via USB and has an SD slot for extra storage. All this for less than $400 US. Info via Gizmodo.

Check out Cingular’s newest phone. It is the best of two worlds. It is a flip phone and a Blackberry. Blackberries are ideal for texting, internet, email, taking pictures, media, word processing and is a high-end type of phone. More information and price to come. Via Gearlog.

The Thomson LYRA X3000 is like a portable VCR. It records real-time digital recording from any analog source or high-speed transfer of digitized content onto its 20 GB hard drive. It also offers DVD quality output when hooked onto your home entertainment system. With a free software upgrade it’s perfect for transferring data from new DirecTV DVR’s. The LYRA X3000 also stores photos and music for your portable entertainment needs. Info via Gizmo News.

If you are looking for a new Universal Remote with a futuristic look, you wont be let down with the Xantech XTR39 Universal Remote Control. With 3.9 inch touch screen who wouldn’t want to be a remote like this. To scroll through menus and commands the consumer will be using a wheel with ease. The XTR39 LCD touchscreen remote control is available now for $999.00. Via New Launches.

Samsung’s S4300’s sleek design and storage is going to cause quite a stir. With 1GB of built-in memory and a rather small screen of 128 x 220 it still will catch many people’s eyes. Samsung has is also going to put in a voice recorder, video player and a 1.3 megapixel camera. Via Gizmo News

The Jobo Giga Vu Pro Evolution Personal Media Player is an upgrade to the previous Jobo Giga Vu Pro released a while back. It can display pictures, play video, play digital audio, comes with a 40 GB, 80 GB, or 120 GB hard drive, among other hot features. Info via Gizmo News.

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