The R4 Integrated Music System features a multi format CD player, integrated iPod dock, USB playback port, DAB/FM tuner and auxiliary inputs allied to a powerful a 80 Watts audiophile-grade amplifier and speaker system. The R4 will be released in June 2008 for a hefty £499 or $1000. See more pictures and read the list of specs after the jump. [Luxurylaunches via iPod Blog] More »

Pioneer has released a new in-Car Audio system in Japan called the DVH-P530. It’s compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC files as well as DivX. [Akihabara]

Control your fav tunes in your pants with the Pocket Pal MP3 player concept. The concept comes with an interface on the outside that controls your tunes in your pocket without having to reach inside. It’s basically a concept for a control interface using a magnetic knob which can be removed and placed outside your pocket to control the volume and skip tracks. It can be implemented using hemispherical oriented magnets and existing magnetic field sensors. [Gizmo Watch via iPod Blog]

Onda today introduced their new PMP that comes equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity. Onda VX777 PMP boasts a 4.3 inch 260k color TFT touchscreen display with 480 x 272 resolution, support TF card (up to 32GB), internet Radio and WiFi, TV-out connection, built-in speaker, and FM radio. The player plays MP3, WMA, WAV and FLAC music formats as well as RM/RMVB, AVI, FLV, ASF, MP4, MPG, MOV, WMA, WMV, 3GP and SWF video files and JPEG, BMP, GIF and PNG picture formats. The Onda VX777 Portable Media Player will be released in August. [UberGizmo via iPod Blog]

The Egg Speaker Charger Concept is designed by Nathan Gabriele. You can ‘Crack’ this egg shell and two pieces become your satellite speakers while the base acts as a subwoofer. The base also features an iPod dock. The “egg” also comes with a neoprene jacket. [Yanko via iPod Blog] More »

Zune Version 2.5 is a significant update to Zune software, firmware, and Marketplace. The new update offers new features such as autoplaylists, video downloads, gapless playback, metadata editing, Zune Card sharing, and multi-device syncing. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. [Zunerama via iPod Blog] More »

Check out this Mp3 player that looks like the Sony Ericsson W580. It features 1GB capacity, 1.8-inch TFT LCD, EQ modes, eBook reader and a removable battery. It supports MP3, WMA, WAV audio formats, JPG, BMP, and GIF picture formats. It’s available in black or white for about $39. [2Day via iPod Blog]

Designed by a Chinese company Shanling, this rather unique CD-T300 Pro CD player shares the concept of an UFO. It features four amplification valves, two remote controls, and gold-plated tube legs. Made of aluminum alloy and weighing over 24 pounds, this UFO CD player emanates a blue glow for that heavenly feel when someone touches it. Though the price doesn’t come cheap, it’s gonna cost you $12,000 to get one of this. [Crave]

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] More »

Naim has launched a new HDD-based HDX network audio player. It comes with a pair of 400GB hard drives (one primary and a back-up), a Burr-Brown PCM1791A DAC, 24 bit/192kHz internal architecture, ultra-low jitter re-clocking circuits and a built-in touch panel. The beauty of it is that any songs stored on network / USB drives can also be played through the device and sends up to six different streams. Naim is pricing this fancy audio player at £4,500 ($8,772). For these outrageous prices, you may just wanna stick to your Mp3 or iPods. [CNET]