Portable Audio and Video

Cube H1000FHDT HD PMP

2011-04-02T11:59:00.001-07:00

The H1000FHDT the latest HD PMP from Cube that sports an 8-inch 1280 x 768 touchscreen display, an 8GB of internal storage, a microSD card slot, an e-book reader, an HDMI interface and 720p HD video playback support. The H1000FHDT is now available for purchase via Ereadcn.com for only 349 Yuan / about $53 (normal price 699 Yuan / about $106).

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Plan-B Headphones With A Built-in MP3 Player

2011-04-02T11:58:00.001-07:00

Plan-B Headphones With A Built-in MP3 Player

Amazon has started selling the Plan-B headphones that come equipped with a built-in MP3 player. You can store your favorite music on an SD/MMC card and then plays them using this wearable gadget. You can also use the Plan-B headphones for Skype or online chat. $29.99 is all you need to bring home the Plan-B headphones.

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Chuwi D4 Android PMP

2011-03-25T20:21:00.005-07:00

Chuwi D4 Android PMP

Chuwi has rolled out their newest Android PMP for the mass market, the D4. Featuring an aluminum enclosure, the player sports a 4.3-inch display, a 600MHz RK2816 processor, a microSD card slot, an e-book reader, built-in games, 720p HD video playback support and runs on Android 2.1 OS. The D4 sells for just 299 Yuan (about $45).

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Goodies From Teclast – The T59 And X19HD

2011-03-25T20:21:00.003-07:00

Goodies From Teclast – The T59 And X19HD

We’ve got two treats courtesy of Teclast for you today - the T51′s successor: the T59, and the X19HD.The teaser image of the T59 shows that it will come with quite a few changes from the T51 we know so well. Straight off the bat we can see that the T59 comes with several hardware buttons (we’re hoping there’s a lock switch to prevent all those pocket-plays) as opposed to the T51′s single buttons and focus on it’s touchscreen UI. Whether or not the T59 will come with a similar UI, we don’t yet know. We can also see that the shell, in fact, the overall design seems to be very much different and almost thicker - something we wouldn’t expect from a follow-up device. With no official specs or other info released yet, we can only assume that the T59 will surpass the legendary T51 (legendary as an audio player of supreme sound quality which contradicts it’s affordable price tag) as it is hailed as its successor. The image also indicates a DC port, a line out port and a (head) phone port - interesting as most players don’t offer an additional line out. We’re really hoping for more information to come of this player soon. Click after the break for the X19HD.

The Teclast X19HD looks pretty sleek and neat, and since it’s a Teclast made player, we’re sure it’ll have great sound quality. Like the T59, there’s not really any specs revealed on the X19HD yet, but we’re looking forward to hearing what chip it uses as well as its other specs. We do know that it’s sold for around 299 CNY, which like most Teclast players is not much at all for a player that we’re assuming offers high quality audio playback.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Sceptre Luna Projector/ MP3 Player Combo

2011-03-25T20:21:00.001-07:00

Sceptre Luna Projector/ MP3 Player Combo

The Sceptre Luna is actually a combination of a pico projector and an MP3 player. The gadget plays your picture slideshows, music files and videos, which are stored in a micro SD card. The Sceptre Luna projector/ MP3 player combo also features three screen protectors (black, pink and, blue), so you can interchange the difference faces. $169.99 is all you need to bring home this combo gadget.

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Onda VX580W Sports 2.2 – Is This RK2818 Too?

2011-03-25T20:20:00.001-07:00

Onda VX580W Sports 2.2 – Is This RK2818 Too?

The Onda VX580W looks to supersede the VX580R, and it boasts Android 2.2, something the 2.1-wielding ‘R’ revision lacked. Curiously, though, Onda have not yet revealed the full specs of the VX580W, though they have hinted at the same hardware configuration as the VX580R - the same RK2818 processor. Though the RK2818 processor typically indicates Eclair, a whole wave of official releases and firmwares recently have the Rockchip processor moving to Froyo (2.2) which is a nice step forward. As we’ve said before, the code has been cracked and 2.1 is no longer the ceiling, but the ground floor of a two story building. WiFi is also present meaning this isn’t a ‘Smart PMP’. RK2818 means 720p HD video playback across a wide range of file types, as well as generally stable Android implementation. Typically RK2818 pads also have quite good 3G USB dongle support, but nowhere is mention made of USB HOST capability, so that’s still up in the air. It looks to be a 7-inch model, likely with a resistive touchscreen.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Cube B39HDS: Cheap 768p

2010-08-11T12:56:00.001-07:00

Cube B39HDS: Cheap 768p

Cube are releasing another model, a 4.3-inch budget player that is capable of 768p video decoding, which means it easily passes the 720p orthodoxy (1280x720), indicating it uses the Sochip SC8600 chip, also known as the Boxchip F16. The player is otherwise your standard and fairly powerful affair, with impressive file format support (MKV, WMV, MPG, MP4, AVI, FLV, RMVB, VOB etc.). All in all, a typical entry but expected to be very cheap. Probably aimed at students.

via imp3

Sinotech: 7-Incher With Android 2.1

2010-08-11T11:47:00.001-07:00

Sinotech: 7-Incher With Android 2.1

This Sinotech MID/tablet is powered by the Telechips TCC8902 chip clocked at 800MHz; it features a 7-inch 800xz480 resistive touchscreen; it’s runs on the Google Android OS version 2.1. This device is capable of 1080p video decoding - impressive when compared with its direct competitor: the Rockchip RK2808 powered Apad. All in all, the Sinotech MID is a solid offering into the saturated market.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Onda VX373 HD-Capable PMP Now In White

2010-08-11T11:45:00.001-07:00

Onda VX373 HD-Capable PMP Now In White

Onda has unleashed the white version of their newly launched VX373 HD-Capable PMP. Just like the black version, this new white version also comes with a 3.0-inch 400 x 240 display, a microSD card slot, an FM radio, a voice recorder, a photo browser, an e-book reader, a TV-output, a USB interface and supports 720p HD video playback. The Onda VX373 White (4GB model) sells for 199 Yuan (about $29). [Onda]

iMedia HD MP4 Player

2010-08-04T06:37:00.003-07:00

iMedia HD MP4 Player

Enjoy HD movies, music, and e-book reading on the go with the iMedia HD MP4 player. The gadget comes jam packed with a large 4.3-inch display screen, a high-definition 720p video playback (for AVI and RMVB files), and a wide range supported file formats such as AVI, RMVB, WMV, MPEG, ASF, DAT, VOB, MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC, etc. The iMedia MP4 player also features an FM radio, an 8GB of internal memory, a micro SD card slot (up to 8GB), a voice recorder and an AV out. If you want one, you can purchase the iMedia HD MP4 player for $74.71 a pop. [Chinavasion]

New Cube H500HDS: Boxchip F16 w/ PDF Reading

2010-08-04T06:37:00.001-07:00

New Cube H500HDS: Boxchip F16 w/ PDF Reading

Cube have released a new player hot on the heels of their recent entries, the H500FHD and the B33HD. This newest model, the H500HDS, is a 1080p capable player that’s being marketed as being affordable more so than brutally powerful (though 1080p is nothing to scoff at). The H500HDS sports a 5-inch screen and is powered by the Boxchip F16 AKA Sochip SC8600. The SC8600 chip originally was only a 720p capable chip but that boundary seems to have been breached as quite a few players have the SC8600 and are able to playback 1080p video. The standard file formats are supported (eg. MKV, AVI, RM/RMVB, MPG, MP4, VOB etc.). The player also has PDF reading capability - something we’ve seen in SC9800 chips but not so much in SC8600 ones, has OTG support and comes in 4GB flavour.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Bmorn BM-999 Get’s Minor Aesthetic Upgrade

2010-08-04T06:36:00.003-07:00

Bmorn BM-999 Get’s Minor Aesthetic Upgrade

You remember Raz’s post about the pre-production BM-999 that Bmorn were kind enough to send him. Well the BM-999 has been officially ‘debuted’ and we are treated to some minor cosmetic changes that really do make this MID stand out. Those changes you can clearly see in the red. This MID (or is it a tablet?) sports an 8.9-inch 1024x600 screen. We could call it either an MID or a tablet, but the high resolution screen really does look grand, seriously throwing the hardware-spec-wise comparable APad out of the ring. The BM-999 is also powered by the Rockchip Rk2808 chip, which means that it doesn’t boast the raw power that we’ve seen in other large pads, but with some firmware customization the device can certainly run Android smoothly. It will, however, only be running Android 1.5.

Other features of the tablet:

HDMI/Component/Composite Video out

Responsive touchscreen (more so than what comes on the aPad)

Viewing stand on the back of the player

Accelerometer

Front facing 1.3MP camera (was no on the unit i had but will be on final production version)

Microsd slot

Internal memory of 2GB, 4GB, 8GB and 16GB.

As Raz put it: ‘Overall the Bmorn BM8999 is very promising, the overall quality far exceeds that of the generic RK2808 tablets and the large screen makes it really nice for web browsing and emailing, which is what most people generally have liked from other RK2808 tablets.’

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

iriver story "Touch Edition" revealed

2010-08-04T06:36:00.001-07:00

iriver story "Touch Edition" revealed

It looks like iriver has a touching new story to tell. Terrible puns aside, IriverFans has a nice collection of photos and information about the iriver Story 'Touch Edition'. The upcoming e-reader looks rather compact, replacing the original story's keyboard for a touchscreen E-ink display. There isn't a lot that separates it from the nooks and ~~crannies~~ Kindles released to date, but it does have support for OGG, as well as some MS Office formats.

iriver story Touch Edition Features:

Display: 6.0' e-ink Touchscreen (600 x 800 resolution)
Capacity: 2GB internal, plus SDHC expansion (up to 32GB)
E-book support: E-Pub, PDF, TXT, FB2, DJVU, CBZ
Office support: DOCS, PPT, XLS, HWP
Audio support: MP3, WMA, and OGG/Voice Recorder
Dimensions: 126mm x 162.8mm x 9.5mm

Like the previous Story, this new model will likely be exclusive to the Korean market.

(Via dapreview.net : News.)

ONN V11 Full HD PMP

2010-08-04T06:35:00.003-07:00

ONN V11 Full HD PMP

ONN (Owen) has recently released another Full HD PMP ‘V11′ for the Chinese market. The player is equipped with a 4.3-inch 800 x 480 display, a 4GB of storage, a microSD card slot, an e-book reader and supports 1280p Full HD video playback. The ONN V11 is now available in China for a retail price of 399 Yuan (about $59).

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

G6Touch 7-Inch PMP / E-Reader

2010-08-04T06:35:00.001-07:00

G6Touch 7-Inch PMP / E-Reader

This G6Touch is being marketed as an e-reader but is capable of so much more. It looks like an APad, with its 7-inch 800x480 screen, but it is powered by the Chinachip CC1800 chip, meaning this bad boy is not only capable of PDF reading, but also of full 1080p video playback. However, the e-book reading feature seems to the the one being pushed the most, with file format support of PDF, CHM, PDB, EPUB, HTM, UMD etc. (though the video playback file format support is just as extensive and standard, eg. MKV, MOV, AVI, FLV, MPG etc.). The device also has a text-to-speech feature. Not sure if this device has a gravity sensor.

Quite frankly, this is far too powerful to be thought of as only an e-book reader. It is also very evidently a PMP, capable of 1080p video playback which puts it in league with all the other big boys. It’s a shame this wasn’t an MID, though, as it would have surely trumped the major competitor in its size range: the APad.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Huawei S7 Ready To Ship

2010-07-30T06:20:00.003-07:00

Huawei S7 Ready To Ship

The Huawei S7, a long-awaited and much anticipated MID/tablet PC is now finally ready to ship after months of delay and confusion. The shipping date has apparently been set as September the 6th of this year, and quite frankly the sooner the better. To refresh your memory, the Huawei S7 MID runs on the Google Android OS version 2.1, is powered by an impressive 768MHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, even though previous reports had it clocked at 1GHz. Word has it won’t be particularly cheap, with a $360USD price attached.

via ubergizmo

HOTT’s 5-Inch MID Stocking Shelves

2010-07-30T06:20:00.001-07:00

HOTT’s 5-Inch MID Stocking Shelves

The HOTT MD500 should now be starting to stock shelves, according to imp3, after months of hype and promotion. To refresh your memory, the HOTT MD500 is a fairly unremarkable 5-inch MID that is set to run Google Android 1.5 - a surefire hint that inside it houses the Rockchip Rk2808 chip. Another surefire hint is that the MID is capable of decoding up to 720p videos, which is the limit of the 2808 chip. The firmware is looking to be slightly customised with preloaded apps such as QQ. All in all, nothing to get terribly excited over, though it does add another MID into the 5-inch range which is a welcome addition. It, however, is not selling for particularly cheap with a 899 Yuan price point attached which will no doubt be inflated when sold overseas. The RAmos W7 is a better choice.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Media Mogul PMP With DVB-T

2010-07-30T06:19:00.003-07:00

Media Mogul PMP With DVB-T

Looking for a new budget-friendly PMP that comes with a built-in DVB-T receiver? Well if you do, why don’t check out the Media Mogul from Chinavasion. Priced at just $103.16, the player offers a 3.5-inch 320 x 240 touchscreen display, an 8GB of storage, a microSD card slot, an FM radio, an e-book reader, a photo viewer, a voice recorder, built-in speakers, a USB port and has a built-in DVB-T receiver for watching your favorite TV shows wherever you go. [Product Page]

Gadmei P82 & US-P82: 8-Inch Monsters

2010-07-30T06:19:00.001-07:00

Gadmei P82 & US-P82: 8-Inch Monsters

Looks like two more 8-inchers is coming to town, the Gadmei P82 and the US-P82. Both players run a very impressive resolution of 1280x768. The P82 will be 720p capable PMP while the US-P82 will be the ‘big brother’ and 1080p capable. Quite frankly, at this screen resolution both are bound to look gorgeous. One can only hope for a good screen with vibrant colours. Viewing angles are expected to be poor on this behemoth. More info as it comes in.

via imp3

New SmartQ Tablet: T7 / T7-3G

2010-07-10T19:06:00.001-07:00

New SmartQ Tablet: T7 / T7-3G

SmartQ are coming out with a new tablet/MID (the 7-inch range really is the no-man’s-land for this distinction), the successor to the SmartQ R7 and this time it’s called the T7. Can’t say the naming is creative but it is certainly straight forward. The SmartQ T7 is coming in 2 models: 3G enabled and not (T7-3G and T7 respectively.) Both the 3G and non-3G model have WiFi connectivity. This devices packs a 7-inch screen and runs on Android OS version 2.1 (which is nice) and will be able to decode videos of up to 1080p which extends the versatility of this MID/tablet even further. The SmartQ T7 also packs a 4500mAh battery *phew* which should provide this device with some impressive battery life times. Even snazzier is that it is being said that the 3G version will be able to send text messages and duplicate some phone function. More as it comes in.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Cowon’s New Player/MID: The V5W

2010-07-10T19:05:00.001-07:00

Cowon’s New Player/MID: The V5W

Cowon are releasing a new PMP/MID, the V5W likely the successor to the V5. This player is fully 1080p capable, WiFi connectable and runs on WinCE 6.0 (like their previous player) and it seems to sport a similar UI to their previous iteration. The UI does indeed look good. The Cowon V5W packs a 4.8-inch 800x480 touchscreen, has HDMI out, several dictionaries, an e-book reader, email and weather apps, games as well as an ‘Office’ suite. The lines blur between MID and PMP again with this player and that is a thoroughly welcome direction for advancement. The Cowon V5W will come in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB flavours. The V5W weighs in at 197g and measures in at 128x82x15.7mm.

via Akihabaranews

COWON V5W HD PMP With Wi-Fi

2010-07-10T18:41:00.001-07:00

COWON V5W HD PMP With Wi-Fi

Korean PMP manufacturer COWON has rolled out the new version of COWON V5 HD. The new model comes equipped with WiFi-connectivity, a 4.8-inch (800 x 480) display with full HD support (1920 x 1080), an HDMI out and a web browser. The VW5 is currently available in 16GB, 32GB or 64GB of storage capacity. [Cowon]

BenQ’s S6 MID

2010-07-10T18:40:00.003-07:00

BenQ’s S6 MID

BenQ’s S6 MID is entering the fray at the 4.8-inch size with a resistive touchscreen for added stylus input support. The BenQ S6, which will come with a built-in Unicom 3G module (to allow for SIM cards), will be powered by the Intel Atom Z500 processor clocked at 800MHz, will feature 512MB DDR2 RAM, pack an 8GB SSD hard disk, come with Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, and sport a 1800mAh battery for ‘2-3 hours’ of battery life. Phew. It will also run on the Windows XP Home operating system by default. All in all, an interesting offering from BenQ, certainly more geared toward a defined use rather than just casual web browsing.

It’s really quite thick, though, measuring in at 158mm x 90mm x 22mm and weighing in at 370g (apparently).

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Energy Sistem Unleashes Energy 52 Touch PMPs

2010-07-10T18:40:00.001-07:00

Energy Sistem Unleashes Energy 52 Touch PMPs

Energy Sistem has recently unleashed a new series of PMPs called the Energy 52 Touch. Coming in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB models, these PMPs boast a 2.8-inch touchscreen display, a microSDHC card slot (up to 32GB), an FM radio, a voice recorder, an e-book reader, a built-in speaker for direct listening, a TV-output and support most audio and video formats including MP3, WMA, WAV, DivX, XviD, FLV, RM, and RMVB. The Energy 52 Touch PMPs are available now for 68.88 Euro / $87 (4GB), 81.81 Euro / $103 (8GB) and 102.59 Euro / $130 (16GB), respectively. [Energy Sistem]

ICOO E300P Full HD PMP Now In Black

2010-07-10T18:39:00.001-07:00

ICOO E300P Full HD PMP Now In Black

ICOO has rolled out the black version of its E300P Full HD PMP in China. Just like the white version, this new black version also boasts a 4.3-inch 480 x 272 display, an 8GB of storage space, a picture browser and supports 1280p Full HD video playback. The E300P Black will cost you 299 Yuan (about $44).

[iMP3]

Teclast C700 Full HD PMP Available In China

2010-07-08T20:20:00.005-07:00

Teclast C700 Full HD PMP Available In China

Teclast has announced the availability of their new Full HD PMP ‘C700‘ in China. To refresh your memory, the player is packed with a 7-inch 1024 x 600 display, an 8GB of storage space, a microSD card slot, an e-Book reader, a photo browser, an HDMI output and supports 1080p Full HD video playback. The Teclast C700 retails for 699 Yuan (about $103). [Teclast]

Snazzy Dual-Display E-Reader: Hanvon T61

2010-07-08T20:20:00.003-07:00

Snazzy Dual-Display E-Reader: Hanvon T61

Even though the Hanvon T61 e-reader pictured above is just a rebranding of a fairly generic e-reader technology, the dual-display does make for an interesting concept. I can’t really think of much use the dual-display serves other than to boost up the price of this e-reader, and to provide superfluous functionality that nobody would really use. Aside from that, the second screen makes the reader a lot larger, with the first screen being sized 6-inches (800×600) and the second being sized 3.5-inches (320×480). The first screen uses an E-Ink panel, as seen on many other e-readers, while the second is a colour touchscreen. I suppose the second screen does allow for easier navigation of books while in a book, but one can’t help but feel that this second screen is largely useless, draining battery life and offering limited extra functionality. The device runs on Android and is not generally recommended.

via zol

Expand 3G Tablet.MID

2010-07-08T20:20:00.001-07:00

Expand 3G Tablet.MID

This device from Shenzhen manufacturer Expand is a 7-inch (800×480) MID/tablet that is powered by a 1.2GHz VIA C7-M processor paired with the VIA VX700 Chipset. It comes with 16GB of RAM as well as a 16GB SSD hard drive and a 2500mAh battery. The tablet, though, will run on Windows XP which differentiates it from the barrage of Android and WindowsCE tablets and MIDs that have bombarded the market in recent times. The device will also have a built in 3G module, as well as WiFi connectivity and the works. All in all, an interesting if slightly underwhelming entry to the market.

via Shanzhaiben

Yet Another Android Tablet: ezGear Surfboard

2010-07-08T20:19:00.001-07:00

Yet Another Android Tablet: ezGear Surfboard

Ludicrous and thoroughly unattractive name aside, this is another Android tablet offering, a 7-inch 800×480 device. One interesting thing though is that according to the ezGear website, this tablet runs on Android 2.1 and is powered by the Rockchip RK2818 chip, rather than the more popular RK2808 which can only handle Android 1.5. That certainly is intriguing and hopefully promises a better experience than the myriad RK2808 tablets on the market today. Other standard features include WiFi, HDMI out and a TF card expansion slot. No word on price yet.

But why would they even call it a surfboard? Yeah, cowabunga…

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Coby MP620 reminiscent of Zune original

2010-07-05T18:21:00.001-07:00

Coby MP620 reminiscent of Zune original

Who could ever forget Microsoft’s flagship Zune original media player? Well, apparently the folks over at Coby can’t get it out of their heads after the company revealed it’s new Coby MP620 PMP.

The new player is being marketed as a cheaper alternative to the iPod nano with its audio and video capabilities. While it has an initial appearance of a Zune, it’s dimensions and design bring it more inline with the nano.

The device packs a nifty 1.8-inch LCD display, but no word on a pair of matching speakers. The device will be available in both 4GB and 8GB flavors packing an FM tuner (and a host of other features).

Available in black, red or blue, the player will retail for just $29.55 or $43.05 for the 4GB and 8GB respectively. Eat your heart out, Apple.

(Via PlayerBites.)

Musician MID - Android & WinCE

2010-07-05T18:20:00.003-07:00

Musician MID - Android & WinCE

These Musician brand MIDs are able to double boot into both Android 2.1 (which is quite nice) and WinCE 6.0, a ‘feature’ we have been seeing more and more in recent times. This MID is powered by the Telechips 8902B processor, clocked at 720MHz and ultimately based on ARM 11 tech. The device itself packs a 7-inch screen with a resolution of 1280×768, which is certainly refreshingly high, has 256MB DDR2 RAM, WiFi and 3G connectivity, and HDMI 1.3 output. All in all, this small MID looks very promising.

via Chinitech

Cube H500FHD Availability Imminent

2010-07-05T18:20:00.001-07:00

Cube H500FHD Availability Imminent

The Cube H500FHD, first announced in May, is coming into full bloom now with mass availability expected immediately, if not already. The Cube H500FHD is a 5-inch player which houses the Boxchip F10 which is the Sochip SC9800 in disguise, so you can expect excellent video playback capability at full 1080p HD (and up to 1280p - 1920 x 1280 resolution) and good battery life. The file format support will be extensive, ranging from WMV to MKV to AVI and MP4 - file format support is really another area where the Sochip excels. Models will first start appearing in 8GB flavour.

via iMP3

itoos M9HD Launched

2010-07-03T10:16:00.001-07:00

itoos M9HD Launched

itoos have launched the M9HD, a new button-operated player with a 5-inch 800x480 WVGA screen. The player is being marketed as supporting up to 1280p, as you can see in the picture above, a telling tactic as this means it most likely is a Sochip SC9800 player which is currently the only chip on the market which can use such resolution-marketing tactics. What this means is that the player can supposedly play up to 1980x1280 video resolution. Since the M9HD uses the Sochip (we guess), file format support will be excellent ranging from RMVB/RM to WMV and MKV and all the usual suspects in between. In addition, the player will have OTG functionality, come with a remote control, be able to read PDF files and apparently has up to 6.5 hours of battery life (take that with a grain of salt.)

All in all, a promising, if not now-generic player.

via iMP3

Piano Silhouette MP3 Player

2010-07-03T10:15:00.003-07:00

Piano Silhouette MP3 Player

Designed by Jia Peng, the Piano Silhouette is an MP3 player that comes with a roll-out piano keyboard. The player allows you to record compositions directly to the player and listen to your favorite music. Too bad, it is only a concept so far. See more pictures after the jump to get more details.

[Yanko]

Well Hello There… Cube H880FHDR

2010-07-03T10:15:00.001-07:00

Well Hello There… Cube H880FHDR

This time the Cube H880FHDR gets the babe treatment, and who are we to complain? This vapid sexualisation of PMP products is nothing short of telling and embarrassing. Anyhow, let’s have a browse at the Cube H880FHDR in the hands of a babe.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Some Microsoft related file types (docx, emz and mdi)

2010-07-02T11:01:00.001-07:00

The MDI file type is mainly related with 'Office' by Microsoft Corporation. The MDI is a a high resolution, tag-based graphics format. MDI files are only supported by the Microsoft Office 2003 version of Microsoft Office Document Imaging. Microsoft Office Document Imaging uses Microsoft Document Imaging Format (MDI), a file format based on the Tagged Image File Format (TIFF) that is designed to store images by page layout. Both formats (MDI and TIFF) are capable of storing text recognized by optical character recognition (OCR) along with images and using this OCR may be turned into a Word (.DOC) document.
In general, images that are saved in the MDI file format take up less disk space than the same images saved as TIFF files. The image quality of an image saved in the MDI file format is comparable to that of the same image saved in TIFF.

The DOCX file type is also mainly related with 'Word' by Microsoft Corporation. This is the new format for Microsoft Office documents (2007). It is a combination of XML architecture and ZIP compression for size reduction. It's a completely open standards based file format; contains document text, images, formatting, styles, drawn objects, and other document settings; commonly used to author documents in business and academic settings.
Changing docx documents into other formats is very easy if you know how, or have the correct docx converter software. Converting docx to the older doc format used by Microsoft Word or to Adobe’s pdf format is possible, offering better compatibility with partners and colleagues. DOCX files are designed to make document contents accessible; for example, document text is saved using plain text files and document images are saved as individual image files within the DOCX file.
Docx isn’t just qualified to use on a Windows based computer, other operating systems such as Linux and Mac OS X also include software or filters allowing users to share information thru the docx Office Open XML format.

Compressed image file used by Microsoft programs such as Visio and the Office suite; contains an Enhanced Metafile (.EMF file) that has been compressed with the .GZIP compression algorithm. The EMF file type is a type of image file incorporating a recorded sequence of Windows GDI (Graphics Device Interface) graphics functions and is the successor to the older WMF (Windows Metafile) format. The GDI is a set of functions for Windows programmers that supplies basic drawing functionality, and anything that can be drawn with the GDI functions can be saved to an EMF file with very little attempt.
EMZ files are simply EMF files that have been compressed using the extremely common GZIP type compression and so they can simply be decompressed prior to viewing by any compression/archive software package with support for GZIP. For example, changing the extension to .GZ will often enable you to use software such as WinZip or WinRar to extract the EMF files. Sometimes the files holded in the EMZ might have their extension replaced to EM upon extraction. In these cases, adding the missing F on to the file extension is all that is needed to open the files.

Window G89 Touch Magic PMP Gets $52.26 Price Cut

2010-07-02T10:10:00.001-07:00

Window G89 Touch Magic PMP Gets $52.26 Price Cut

Normally priced at $135.60, the Window G89 Touch Magic PMP is currently on sale at Ownta’s online store for as low as $83.34. Based on the Rockchip RK2728 chipset, the player offers a 4.3-inch 480 x 272 touchscreen display, a 4GB of storage, a microSD card slot, an FM radio, a voice recorder, an e-book reader, a picture browser, built-in games and supports 720p HD video playback. [Product Page]

Samsung YP-MB2 Android PMP Confirmed

2010-07-02T10:09:00.003-07:00

Samsung YP-MB2 Android PMP Confirmed

Samsung has finally confirmed the availability of the Samsung YP-MB2 (Galaxy Touch). This Android-powered PMP boasts Wi-Fi, GPS, TouchWIZ 3.0 user interface and Bluetooth 3.0. The new Samsung YP-MB2 Android PMP is priced at 400,000 won or around $330. [MovePlayer]

Pantech Releases Sky Player PMP In Korea

2010-07-02T10:09:00.001-07:00

Pantech Releases Sky Player PMP In Korea

A new portable media player has recently entered the Korean market, this time from Pantech called the Sky Player. This stylish device boasts a 3.7-inch AMOLED touchscreen display, a 16GB or 32GB of storage space, a T-DMB tuner, WiFi, Bluetooth, an HDMI port, 720p HD video playback support and runs on Android 2.1 OS. The Sky Player is now available in Korea for around $244 (16GB) and $326 (32GB), respectively.

[ReviewChosun]

Sea Lion Waterproof MP3 Player

2010-07-02T10:08:00.001-07:00

Sea Lion Waterproof MP3 Player

The Sea Lion Waterproof MP3 player from Chinavasion is the best way to enjoy crystal clear audio when swimming in the ocean, relaxing by the pool, or even taking a shower. The gadget provides a 4GB of storage space, which is enough for holding all your favorite tunes. Transferring files to the device is done through a plug-and-play USB 2.0 connection to your computer. If you want one, you can purchase the Sea Lion Waterproof MP3 player for $45.07 a pop. [Chinavasion]

Jeep Floor Mats

2010-07-02T10:05:00.001-07:00

One should buy Auto Floor Mats to protect the interior of the vehicles form everyday wear and tear, protect from disagreeable visual aspect, foods and drinks that sticks on the floor, supply year round shelter against the most terrible weather conditions, sand and mud that can stick on your shoes before entering the jeep, and to change the look of your car, jeep or SUV, etc.

Don't forget to consider the region where you live, when buying Jeep Grand Cherokee Floor Mats.
North, South, East and West. Different types of floor mats for each region cause they have singular weather patterns and conditions. In this case, you should consider buying an carpet floor mats, witch in general are made with durable nylon and berber yarns, comes with a vast selection of colors, logos designs, etc..Or you can choose an all-weather floor mat witch are usually made with heavy duty rubbers and others materials, if you live in an area with temperamental climate conditions.

Also consider that floor mats are not universals, i.e, does not fit every vehicle. There are specific mats for every needs (manufacture, model and year).
Pay attention for the coverage of the floor mat, and the mat quality. Of course, look for mats that are easy to clean.

Do you home work on the internet. There's a lot of online stores that sells Jeep Grand Cherokee Floor Mats.

Ainol P810 Full HD PMP Video Review

2010-06-30T16:40:00.003-07:00

Ainol P810 Full HD PMP Video Review

Here we have the video review of Ainol’s newest Full HD PMP ‘P810‘ that we found over at mp4nation.net. In case you didn’t remember, the player boasts an 8-inch 800 x 480 display, a Sochip SC9800 chipset, an 8GB of storage, a microSD card slot, an FM radio, an e-book reader, a USB OTG port, an HDMI output and supports 1920 x 1280 Full HD video playback. Watch the video after the break.

[MP4 Nation Blog]

Rockchip RK2808 7″ MID ‘APAD’ In Stock Now!

2010-06-30T16:40:00.001-07:00

Rockchip RK2808 7″ MID ‘APAD’ In Stock Now!

As the title says, we have the Apad now in stock. This is the most widely available RK2808 MID, with a 7″ touch screen and Wifi, it also have Marketplace access.

Slatedroid forum member rogerbraun has give us permission to use his custom hybrid firmware V4.5. This firmware is based on the Archos 7HT and RAmos W7, it is better than the standard fw that comes with this device and the preloaded apps are also much better.

We will also offer a 30day swap warranty, if anything goes wrong with the unit, just send it back and we will send a new unit. This is ontop of the normal 1 year warranty that we offer for this device against defects.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Cube H880FHDR Announced

2010-06-04T14:23:00.003-07:00

Cube H880FHDR Announced

The Cube H880FHDR is basically the Cube H880FHD’s smaller brother, with screen size dropping from 4.3-inches to 3.6-inches (though screen resolution remains the same at 800x480). But don’t let the smaller size fool you - this little player still packs a wallop and is being advertised as, like it’s bigger version, still being able to decode 1280p video which means it’s another Sochip SC9800 player. Supported file formats are AVI, MP4, MPG, MKV, PSP, DAT, VOB, WMV, ASD, PMP, RM, RMVB, MOV, M2B, QT, M2A, H.264 (BP/MP/HP) and the list goes on. It will come with a maximum storage capacity of 32GB, has support for OTG, and is boasted as having around 5 hours battery life. As a tentative guess, this player might come bundled with the Cube F1 earphones, if that is a deal maker for anybody.

This is a powerful and portable player, and the small screen size should lengthen the already impressive battery life of Sochip players. Cube says 6 hours playback time - we ask: at what resolution?

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Bmorn BM-888F10 w/ 1280p

2010-06-04T14:23:00.001-07:00

Bmorn BM-888F10 w/ 1280p

Bmorn’s BM-888F10 seems to be an updated revision of the original 7-inch BM-888, supposedly bringing in more user-friendly tweaks and an increased efficiency in video playback. So they say. This 7-inch player should have the same 800x480 screen resolution and as 1280p is plastered all over there promotional pictures, it is fairly safe to assume that this player is using the Sochip Sc9800 or some renamed variant as that chip is the only one on the mass market today that can play files of up to 1920x1280 resolution. Considering it’s the Sochip, video playback and battery efficiency will be excellent, with support for all the major video file formats including MKV, AVI, MPG, MP4, VOB etc. Another benefit will be the 1080p WMV decoding that is certainly impressive of the chip. The player looks sleek and smooth, with a nice brushed aluminum frame that definitely leans toward the more aesthetically inclined.

via iMP3

Benss BX-57 F16 PMP Supports PDF Files

2010-06-04T14:22:00.003-07:00

Benss BX-57 F16 PMP Supports PDF Files

The Benss BX-57 F16 player pictured above is said to have PDF support (as an upgrade to the original Benss BX-57 player), which might be a first for Chinese portable media players and if not a first, then at least an extreme rarity. The player has a 4.3-inch screen, is ‘ultra-thin’ at just 7.89mm thickness and will start out in 8GB flavour. The player is capable of decoding videos up to 768p, so the standard HD 720p will be supported, including video file formats MKV, AVI, WMV, VOB, ASF, etc. It is unknown if the F16 in the model number alludes to the Boxchip F16 chip which is a Sochip in disguise, but up until now no Sochip player (at least that I know of) can view PDF files so that theory becomes less likely when given more thought. Then again, it can be said that there is little point in trying to extract sense from model numbers for a lot of the PMPs that come out of China.

The player certainly does look interesting with PDF support, which is what makes it stand out from the heaving and throbbing throng of 4.3-inch 720p capable PMPs. On a final note, it seems that this new revision of the BX-57 player is, unfortunately, still looking as ugly as ever with those buttons on the front surface.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

RAmos T17HD Listed

2010-06-04T14:22:00.001-07:00

RAmos T17HD Listed

RAmos have been busy bees recently, what with their recent firmware updates (one improving flash support), their Q28Cam release and more on the horizon, and now the apparent listing of the T17HD 4.3-inch player. Though I would swear I’ve seen this player floating around the net before (the similar model T17FHD received a glowing review here), it seems that RAmos have only recently officialy listed their T17HD player - the 8GB version. Since a few reviews of the player have cropped up around the net, some dating as far back as April, this announcement seems a little surprising. Moving forward regardless, the T17HD is a 4.-3inch player capable of playing videos at up to 1080p resolution so it is probably using the new Amlogic processor which it has recently begun to adopt in full force, abandoning the Rockchips which characterise older RAmos players. It’s another HD player in that size range, one of many on the market. It supports the usual array of file formats including MKV, AVI, RMVB, VOB etc and features multi audio tracks and multi subtitle tracks which can be useful. It will start in the 8GB flavour.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Another Fashionable MP3 Player From ICOO

2010-06-04T14:21:00.005-07:00

Another Fashionable MP3 Player From ICOO

ICOO has unveiled another fashionable yet simple MP3 player ‘IX35′ for the Chinese market. Featuring a bright silver metallic body, the player integrates a five-way navigation button, a microSD card slot, an FM radio and a built-in rechargeable battery that can last up to 40 hours of music playback. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing and availability yet.

[iMP3]

itoos M6HDT 4.3-Inch Player Also Supports PDF

2010-06-04T14:21:00.003-07:00

itoos M6HDT 4.3-Inch Player Also Supports PDF

When the Benss BX-57 F16 player was revealed to have PDF support, I reported, in an astounding lack of foresight, that PDF support was extremely rare on PMPs. Well, as life usually makes a fool out of he who blurts, I’m being humbled by the revelation that the itoos M6HDT player also supports PDF files. The irony is both appropriate and humiliating.

The M6HDT is a 4.3-inch player which uses, I suspect, the Sochip SC9800 chip as betrayed by the 1280p capability that is being advertised. (This is unlike the aforementioned Benss BX-57 F16 player which uses (again I suspect) the Boxchip F16 chip which is the Sochip SC8600 - an earlier iteration.) That means that video playback and battery efficiency are bound to be excellent on this player, just like other Sochip SC9800 players. MKV, AVI, VOB, WMV, ASF, MP4 and more make up the usual array of video file format support we’ve come to expect from PMP players today. The player is encased in an all-metal die-cast housing which, I must say, looks pretty swell.

All in all this will be a powerful player thanks to its powerful chip. Oh, and now with PDF support! Look for this to become a trend.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

GADMEI 900 PMP Introduced At Computex

2010-06-04T14:21:00.001-07:00

GADMEI 900 PMP Introduced At Computex

Chinese-based company GADMEI has introduced their newest portable media player ‘900′ at this year’s Computex. Measuring 17.5mm thick, the device packs an 8.9-inch 1024 x 600 display, a 4GB of internal memory, an SD/SDHC/MMC card slot, a music/video player, an e-book reader, a photo viewer and a built-in rechargeable battery that can last up to 4 hours of video playback. No info on pricing at this time.

[AVING]

Another 5-Incher: KSD V9P

2010-05-29T14:31:00.001-07:00

Another 5-Incher: KSD V9P

It seems that with each passing week model after model from brand after brand is announced, pressed-out and photographed. This evening it is the KSD V9P - part of the KSD V-Series of HD players. The KSD V9P player is a 5-inch player with a screen resolution of 800x472 capable of up to 1280p video playback (1920x1280) - the hallmark of Sochip SC9800 chip characterised by the ability to play 1280p videos. The video file format support, therefore, is expected to be strong including MKV, AVI, MP4, WMV, MPG, VOB, FLV etc. The standard array of audio file formats and image/TXT file formats are present, along with a battery of 1500mAh that supposedly allows for up to 15 hours of video playback… but not at 1280p, I’ll tell you. All in all this is another player that uses the Sochip SC9800 - that means it will have great battery life and impressive video playback capability. But it is just another one, if you catch my drift. Nothing special, cookie-cutter, but performs well and is not expected to break the bank. It starts in 8GB flavour, which is an interesting move and one that I hope takes as being a standard, replacing the 4GB variants that so many manufacturers choose to debut.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

iToos M8HDP Joins The Fray

2010-05-29T14:29:00.001-07:00

iToos M8HDP Joins The Fray

The 5-inch Chinese PMP market is, shall we say, saturated with a huge variety of models and brands each providing similar performance to the other and therefore creating no clear cut ‘best’ and ‘worst’ list. iToos recently has added to the complication further with their M8HDP 5-inch player utilizing the Boxchip (so most probably a Sochip) and capable of playing 1080p videos (most likely the Sochip SC9800 variant). The screen resolution runs at 800x480 and the player supports the standard array of video file formats including MKV, AVI, WMV, MPG, VOB etc. Considering the power of the chip, this player will do very well with video. Starts out in 8GB flavour.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Zol Compares 5 1080p Heavyweights

2010-05-29T14:28:00.001-07:00

Zol Compares 5 1080p Heavyweights

The good people over at zol have done a comparison review article on 5 popular 1080p players, arguably some of the heavyweights on the market. Among the 5 players compared there is the RAmos T13FHD, the Ainol V9000HDA, the Onda VX575, Gemei HD8800 and last but not least the Teclast T56. From the video performance to the UI, picture viewer and e-reader functionality are all compared and noted upon, with the advantages and disadvantanges of each commented on, the comparison article proves useful for those who are embroiled in a battle of which PMP player to choose.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

iRiver T8 Flash MP3 Player

2010-05-29T14:27:00.001-07:00

iRiver T8 Flash MP3 Player

iRiver is back by bringing you their newest flash MP3 player namely the T8. Measuring 83.4mm x 26.8mm x 12.7mm and weighing 26g, this compact player features a 1-inch 128 x 64 monochrome OLED display, a 4GB flash memory, an FM radio, a voice recorder, a USB 2.0 connection interface and supports MP3, WMA, OGG, ASF, APE as well as FLAC audio formats. Available in white, black, pink, pink, light blue, light green, yellow and orange color options, the iRiver T8 sells for 69,000 Won (about $58).

[iMP3]

Chuwi S6: “Wizard” 3-Inch MP4

2010-05-21T06:31:00.003-07:00

Chuwi S6: “Wizard” 3-Inch MP4

This little player will the nickname of ‘Wizard’ (a translated one, no doubt), is a 3-inch MP4 player capable of running full HD video (up to what resolution has yet to be verified but suffice it to say most likely 720p video playback), can run the usual assortment of video formats including FLV, AVI, WMV, MPG, RM, and RMVB, also runs the usual assortment of audio files including MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC etc. More information on this interesting little player as it filters through, including pricing and availability.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Cube B13HD Quoted at 199 Yuan

2010-05-21T06:31:00.001-07:00

Cube B13HD Quoted at 199 Yuan

The recently released Cube B13HD player has been quoted at 199 Yuan. The player comes equipped with a 3-inch screen, can play a variety of videos up to 768p (an odd resolution) including H.264, WMV, MKV, VOB, MP4, FLV, AVI etc. The player also supports multiple audio tracks and multiple subtitle tracks that you can switch between, which is a convenient feature. The player is also able to read TXT files, JPEG and BMP image file formats, can play a variety of audio formats including MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC, and OGG. All in all, an interesting little player at the price point.

via iMP3

Philips Mix II Now Available at $35

2010-05-21T06:30:00.005-07:00

Philips Mix II Now Available at $35

Philips recently introduced the Mix II, which to replace the previous Mix. It is powered by Sigmatel 3710 chips with additional support of APE, FLAC lossless audio. By the way, it seems that there is nothing much change on its appearance, still the same ivory white body with color LCD screen.

Philips Mix II is available now at China for RMB239 (approx US$35).

(Via The MP3 Players.)

2GB Necklace MP3 Player

2010-05-21T06:30:00.003-07:00

2GB Necklace MP3 Player

If you’re looking for a new wearable MP3 player with an affordable price, then I suggest you to check out this 2GB Necklace MP3 Player. Priced at just $14.99, the player comes with a 2GB of storage, touch buttons, a USB 2.0 interface, a built-in rechargeable battery (up to 5 hours of music playback) and supports both MP3 and WMA audio formats. [Product Page]

ONN to Introduce New Q3

2010-05-21T06:30:00.001-07:00

ONN to Introduce New Q3

Danish maker, ONN is going to introduce Q3, the replacement for its Q2 soon. The new ONN Q3 features an 1.8″ TFT color screen and D-Click navigation. As described from the source, it shall play audio up to 30 hours continuously. Detail specification is still unknown yet. Well, we’ll keep you updated

[ via ZOL ]

iPod Touch with 2 MP Camera Spotted in Vietnam

2010-05-21T06:22:00.001-07:00

iPod Touch with 2 MP Camera Spotted in Vietnam

Is this a new iPod Touch? Once again Vietnam is the source of an new Apple product that has not been officially launched. The same site that released pictures of what looks to be a newer version of the iPhone 4.0 are showing this picture of an iPod Touch with a 2MP camera on the back.

For a translation of the page and a slew of iPod Touch with a camera pictures visit Tinhte. Here is the video of the device running what seems to be an interface loaded after jailbreaking.

(Via notebooks.com.)

Philips GoGear Vibe And Ariaz

2010-05-13T13:14:00.001-07:00

Philips GoGear Vibe And Ariaz

Phililps has recently released the GoGear Ariaz and Vibe MP3 players. The Ariaz provides a 2.4-inch display screen, a 16GB of storage, and an FM tuner. The gadget support for MP3, WAV, WMA, FLAC and APE file types. Its battery provides up to 5-hour of video playback or up to 45-hour of continuous audio playback. Meanwhile, the Vibe comes with a smaller 1.5-inch display screen, up to 8GB of storage capacity, an FM tuner and supports for MP3, WAV, WMA, FLAC and APE file formats. [Generation MP3]

Mahdi’s M15HD: Extensive Accessories

2010-05-13T13:12:00.003-07:00

Mahdi’s M15HD: Extensive Accessories

Mahdi’s M15HD player, a 4.3-inch w/ a screen resolution of 480x272 is being bundled with a wealth of accessories, which is always something pleasant. This player features the Jay Chou insigni a on the back showing a continued investment and cooperation in and with Mr. Chou, a huge Asian star. Further still, a Jay Chou album is bundled by default onto the player as well as bookmarks and other little knick-knacks which is proving an interesting marketing direction.The player itself can be expected to play HD videos of the standard file formats, including MKV, MP4, MPG, WMV, RMVB, AVI, FLV, DAT, VOB etc.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

ICOO E100P: New 4.3-Inch Player

2010-05-13T13:12:00.001-07:00

ICOO E100P: New 4.3-Inch Player

We recently blogged about the ICOO E300P, a 4.3-inch player (more remarkable was the $45 USD price tag) and it seems that another one is on the horizon from ICOO: the E100P, also a 4.3-inch player. Both the E300P and the E100P support up to 1280p playback - that’s 1920 x 1280 - and so, the only differentiating factor that immediately strikes the eye is the look of the player, with the E100P offering a smoother and more rounded aesthetic. The 4GB model will come in at an estimated 299 Yuan, which is approximately also $45 USD which is a little remarkable. Specs follow.

Screen: 4.3-inch, 480 x 272

Support for: MKV, MOV, RMVB, RM, AVI, PMP, DAT, FLV, VOB, MP4, MPG, 3GP

Support for MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC, APE, AAC, OGG

Support for JPG, BMP, GIF

OTG functionality

Starts at 4GB

via iMP3

Onda VP30 and VP50 w/ GPS

2010-05-13T13:05:00.001-07:00

Onda VP30 and VP50 w/ GPS

Onda have a 6-inch 800x480 VP50 and a 5-inch VP30, both entering the market in the 4GB storage flavour, and both featuring GPS functionality, which is pretty cool I suppose. Both feature a 3D virtual map, which certainly looks snazzy in the above pictured photograph. Am not totally sure about the extent of functionality of the map, but needless to say this sort of thing isn’t that common in PMPs.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Ainol Unveils A New 8-Inch Full HD PMP

2010-05-03T15:24:00.001-07:00

Ainol Unveils A New 8-Inch Full HD PMP

Ainol comes back with a new 8-inch Full HD PMP by unveiling the P810. The device uses the Sochip SC9800 chipset which means it supports 1920 x 1280 Full HD video playback. Not only that, it also comes with a number of interesting features including an FM radio, an e-book reader, a microSD card slot, a USB OTG port and an HDMI output. Sadly, there’s no info on pricing and release date yet.

[iMP3]

Onda VX550 Full HD PMP Available Now

2010-05-03T15:22:00.003-07:00

Onda VX550 Full HD PMP Available Now

Onda has begun selling their newest Full HD PMP ‘VX550‘ via Ownta’s online store for $125.80. Announced back in March, the VX550 offers a 5-inch 800 x 480 display, an 8GB of storage, a microSD card slot, an FM radio, an e-book reader, a voice recorder, a USB OTG port, an HDMI output and supports a wide range of video formats including RM/RMVB, MKV (H.264), AVI, MOV, FLV, MPG, VOB, DAT, TS as well as 1920 x 1080 Full HD video playback.

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Philips GoGear Spark - Inspiration Lost on Design Front?

2010-05-03T15:22:00.001-07:00

Philips GoGear Spark - Inspiration Lost on Design Front?

Those folk at iMP3 really do know their stuff, this time reviewing the Philips Spark, a mini 1.5-inch player that looks sort of snazzy for an MP3 player but you sort of wonder why it has a picture view option anyway.

Specs of the small device are as follows: with 1.5-inch TFT color screen; supports MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC and other audio formats players; provides ‘Acoustic sound’ support; supports audio books; provides personalized power settings; nominal audio life time of 22 hours; supports voice recording; supports FM FM radio function; supports picture browse function; comes with music management software; USB2.0 high-speed transmission.

But let’s face it. The design of the Philips Spark leaves a lot to be desired. It’s almost round enough to play ping pong with.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Cowon’s D3 to be Android powered? Yes, Sir!

2010-05-03T15:21:00.001-07:00

Cowon’s D3 to be Android powered? Yes, Sir!

Even since the Teclast T58 was purported to be the first Android PMP, a slew of manufacturers have jumped on the band-wagon and released Google-powered Android media players (not limited to the Philips GoGear Connect, Archos’ new tablets, and even the iRiver K2).

In an unprecedented move by the Korean-based firm, Cowon are about to ride the Android wave with their yet-to-be-released Cowon D3 according to Journal Du Geek. We’re not too sure whether this is a good or bad thing - check out the sentiments shared by anythingbutipod.

Half-baked attempts to integrate Android within mobile phones have been seen in devices like the HTC Magic (even though the firmware improved over time with new revisions). Cowon’s attempt to appease Google could come at a price to the respected Cowon brand.

The D3 is purported to be slated for a summer release, following just behind the recently released S9 and J3 players.

(Via PlayerBites.)

Teclast C520 Full HD PMP

2010-04-25T13:07:00.003-07:00

Teclast C520 Full HD PMP

Here’s the latest Full HD PMP from Teclast, the C520. Powered by a T8100 processor, the player sports a 5-inch display, a 4GB of storage, an e-book reader, a photo viewer, GPS, a USB OTG port and an HDMI port. Not to mention, it also supports a wide range of multimedia formats including MP3, AAC, WMA, FLAC, APE, VC-1, MKV, TS, AVI, RM, RMVB, 3GP, DAT, FLV, MP4, MPG, VOB, MKV, MOV as well as 1920 x 1080 Full HD video playback. Unfortunately, there’s no info on pricing and release date yet. [TrendGadget]

Android-powered Cowon D3 Rumors

2010-04-25T13:07:00.001-07:00

Android-powered Cowon D3 Rumors

Word has it that the Cowon D3 will run on Android OS. However, there is no official confirmation from Cowon. The D3 PMP features a 2.5-inch touchscreen display, an 8GB of built-in flash storage, and an SDHC memory card slot. The gadget supports FLAG, OGG, MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 and XviD file formats. [DeviceMag]

ONN V3 MP3 Player

2010-04-22T12:10:00.001-07:00

ONN V3 MP3 Player

Here’s another fashionable MP3 player for you to grab from ONN (Owen), the V3. Measuring 40mm x 38mm x 14mm, this compact player features a 2GB of storage space, a built-in clip for easy wear, a USB 2.0 interface, a 10-hour battery and supports MP3, WMA and WAV audio formats. The ONN V3 retails for 99 Yuan (about $14).

[ONN]

Cube B33HD gets reviewed at iMP3

2010-04-22T12:09:00.001-07:00

Cube B33HD gets reviewed at iMP3

iMp3 have got their hands on the new Cube B33HD and it does look like a nice player. The 3.6″ high resolution screen seems to be the main highlight of this player, it is one of the few 800 x 480 resolution screens that i have seen to be used on 3.6″ form factor.

Read the rest of the review

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Another Affordable HD PMP From Chuwi

2010-04-22T12:08:00.001-07:00

Another Affordable HD PMP From Chuwi

Finding yourself a new HD PMP with a decent price? Well if you do, be sure to check out the P7nano L from Chuwi. Priced at just 299 Yuan (about $44), the player boasts a 4.3-inch HD display, an 8GB of storage, a picture browser, an e-book reader, a USB OTG port, an HDMI output, an 8-hour battery life and supports 720p HD video playback.

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Samsung YP-RB Revealed

2010-04-22T12:00:00.001-07:00

Samsung YP-RB Revealed

Samsung has quietly unveiled its new MP3 player, the Samsung YP-RB. The gadget has been awarded a certificate of approval (awarded on April 15th, 2010) by the Korean Radio Research Agency. Unfortunately, there is no further info about the specification of this new MP3 player. It is said that the gadget comes equipped with a DMB tuner. Stay tuned for more updates. [damool82]

Bmorn BM889 Picture review

2010-04-11T14:38:00.005-07:00

Bmorn BM889 Picture review

I finally found a few extra minutes to snap some pictures of this nice new player. The BM889 operates on the RK2808 processor, but it uses a much nicer UI than what has been previously used on similar players. The rich ui allows for more user interaction, a more pleasant and functional user interface.

There really is only one down side to this and that is the touch screen, although kinetic/dynamic scrolling has been implemented, you will need to use either a stylus or the tip of your finger to do this. I don’t think this is hardly something that should turn buyers away, but it is something that buyers should know.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Creative Releases ZEN X-Fi Style And ZEN Style PMPs

2010-04-11T14:38:00.001-07:00

Creative Releases ZEN X-Fi Style And ZEN Style PMPs

Creative Technology Ltd. has officially announced the availability of the Creative ZEN X-Fi Style and Creative ZEN Style series of portable media players. Available in 8GB, 16GB and 32GB of storage capacities, the Creative ZEN X-Fi Style features a bright 2.4-inch TFT display, the X-Fi technology for crystal clear music, the Video Out in X-Fi audio quality for watching movies on the TV, lossless audio support (FLAC), and a built-in speaker for music sharing. Its battery provides up to 25 hours of audio playback or 5 hours of video playback. Additional features include an FM radio, an alarm clock, a calendar and a voice recorder.

The Creative ZEN Style features a bright 1.8-inch TFT display, a built-in speaker for music sharing, an FM radio (Only with Creative ZEN Style 300), an alarm clock, a calendar and a voice recorder. The gadget also provides up to 32 hours of music playback from a single charge (@128kbps MP3). The Creative ZEN Style Series is currently available in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB of storage space.

The Creative ZEN X-Fi Style is currently up for pre-order and will be available from April 14th onwards from $79.99 to $169.99, depending on storage capacity. The Creative ZEN Style will retail for between $49.99 to $79.99, depending on the storage space that you choose.

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Cube Offers A New HD-Capable PMP

2010-04-08T16:36:00.001-07:00

Cube Offers A New HD-Capable PMP

Cube is now offering you their newest HD-capable PMP called the H700HDS+. Priced at just 299 Yuan (about $44), the player features a 4.3-inch 400 x 240 display, a 4GB of storage space, a voice recorder, a USB 2.0 interface, an HDMI output and supports 768p HD video playback. [Cube]

Creative Introduces ZEN X-Fi Style Media Players

2010-04-08T16:35:00.001-07:00

Creative Introduces ZEN X-Fi Style Media Players

If you’re looking for a media player that doesn’t have a logo of a fruit on it, you could always check out what Creative has to offer. The Singapore-based company has officially announced the release of its Creative ZEN X-Fi Style and Creative ZEN Style series of portable media players. In terms of technical specifications, they’re identical to existing models, but they’ve been given a facelift with new designer looks.

The Creative ZEN X-Fi Style is currently up for pre-order and will be available from April 14th onwards from $79.99 to $169.99, depending on storage capacity. The Creative ZEN Style series will be retailing from $49.99 to $79.99, depending on the storage capacity that you pick.

(Via UberGizmo, the Gadgets News Blog.)

Cowon J3 AMOLED PMP Pricing Unveiled

2010-04-08T07:24:00.005-07:00

Cowon J3 AMOLED PMP Pricing Unveiled

The pricing of the Cowon J3 AMOLED PMP has been unveiled. As a reminder, the gadget features a 3.3-inch AMOLED touchscreen (480 x 272 resolution), Bluetooth, an FM tuner, a voice recorder, and a DMB (for Korea). The price ranges from 189,000 Won to 329,000 Won, or roughly $167 to $291 (add another 30,000 Won ($26) for DMB models. [PMPToday]

Tsinghua Tongfang MID Q5 - First RK2808 Android PMP released

2010-04-08T07:24:00.003-07:00

Tsinghua Tongfang MID Q5 - First RK2808 Android PMP released

It looks like Tsinghua Tongfang has pulled a fast one and have become the first company in China to release a Rockchip RK2808 Android pmp. Many of us here have been watching and waiting for the RAmos W7 and i thought that this would be the first RK2808 player to be released, but unbeknown to us till last week, Tsinghua Tongfang had their MID Q5 in the works.

The MID Q5 will have a 5.0″ touch screen, as well as a HDMI port, it will support 720p video playback on its 800 x 480 resolution screen. Hopefully i can get my hands on one soon.

More pictures

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Energy Sistem Energy 2208 MP4 Player

2010-04-08T07:24:00.001-07:00

Energy Sistem Energy 2208 MP4 Player

Here’s another ultralight MP4 player for you to grab, the Energy 2208 from Energy Sistem. Featuring a non-skid rubber finish, this pocket-sized device offers a Hi-Res LCD screen, an 8GB of storage, a music/video player, an FM radio, a voice recorder, a picture browser, an e-book reader, a rechargeable Li-ion battery and comes bundled with Hi-Fi earphones with neodymium magnets. Measuring only 8mm thick and weighing just 24 grams, the Energy 2208 is sold for 47.33 Euro (about $64). [Energy Sistem]

Onda VX530Touch HD-Capable PMP Available Now

2010-04-04T09:46:00.001-07:00

Onda VX530Touch HD-Capable PMP Available Now

Onda has begun selling their latest HD-capable PMP ‘VX530Touch‘ in China. As mentioned before, the VX530Touch features a 4.3-inch touchscreen display, an optional 4GB or 8GB storage space, an FM radio, a picture browser, built-in speakers, a USB port and supports 720p Full HD video playback. The 4GB and 8GB are priced at 299 Yuan (about $44) and 399 Yuan (about $58), respectively. [PCnow]

Itoos M8HDP Portable Media Player

2010-04-04T09:45:00.001-07:00

Itoos M8HDP Portable Media Player

Chinese PMP manufacturer Itoos is ready to release a new portable media player namely the M8HDP. The player is compatible with most of famous audio and video file formats such as H.264, MP3, WAV, MPEG-2, VC-1, RM/RMVB, MKV, MOV, TS, AVI, MPG, MP4, 3GP, VOB and DAT. Too bad, this model lacks of a HDMI port, so you can’t connect it to a bigger screen. No word on pricing or availability so far. [IMP3]

COWON J3 PMP Made Official

2010-04-04T09:43:00.003-07:00

COWON J3 PMP Made Official

After sneaking up on us, the COWON J3 is now official. The 3.3-inch AMOLED touchscreen PMP will be available in 4GB, 8GB, 16GB and 32GB capacities and will have optional DMB TV for Korean buyers. This humble PMP is very well-designed having won the Reddot Award for this year. It plays 11 hours of video and 64 hours of audio. Besides supporting a variety of video and audio formats (including lossless audio) it also plays Flash games. Dapreview has it priced at $167 to $291.

(Via PMP Today.)

Amoi M5 HD-Capable PMP

2010-04-04T09:42:00.001-07:00

Amoi M5 HD-Capable PMP

Chinese-based company Amoi has once again expanded its HD-capable PMP line-up by launching the M5. The player boasts a 4.3-inch 480 x 272 display, a 4GB of storage, an FM radio, a voice recorder, a picture browser, an e-book reader, built-in games, a TV-Out port and supports 768p HD video playback. The Amoi M5 sells for 299 Yuan (about $44).

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Onda Music Diamond VX353 MP3 Player

2010-03-31T07:10:00.003-07:00

Onda Music Diamond VX353 MP3 Player

Onda has just added another fashionable MP3 player to its range by showing off the Music Diamond VX353. Unfortunately, the company hasn’t given any information concerning its specifications, including pricing and release date. Stay tuned for more updates. [Zol]

Cowon officially announces the J3

2010-03-31T07:10:00.001-07:00

Cowon officially announces the J3Well would you look at that, Cowon has officially announced the J3. The player has already received a 2010 reddot design award, and deservingly so from the looks of it. The J3 actually has a lot in common with the S9, but one-ups it by adding a microSD expansion slot. It also gets a nice bump in battery life, with an estimated 64 hours of audio playback time.

Cowon J3 Specs

Capacity: 4, 8, 16, and 32GB with microSD expansion
Display: 3.3' AMOLED touchscreen (480 x 272 resolution)
Audio: MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC, APE, and WAV
Video: AVI, Divx, Xvid, and WMV (supports resolutions up to 480 x 272 at 30fps)
Bluetooth/FM Tuner/recorder/DMB (for Korea)
Voice and Line-in recorder
Extras: Flash games, calculator, TXT
Battery life: 64 hours for Audio, 11 hours for video
Dimensions: 56.0 x 106.6 x 9.9mm (weight: 76g)

The J3 is one sexy looking device. It'd be even sexier with some WiFi love, but I won't complain. Pricing ranges from 189,000 to 329,000 Korean Won, or roughly $167 to $291US (add another 30,000 KRW/$26 for DMB models).

(Via dapreview.net : News.)

ICOO Shows Off M18HD PMP

2010-03-29T04:05:00.001-07:00

ICOO Shows Off M18HD PMP

ICOO has recently showed off their newest portable media player ‘M18HD’ for the Chinese market. However, details remain scarce at the moment, but based on the informations we got, the player will feature a 4.3-inch 480 x 272 display and support multi-format HD player. Stay tuned for more updates. [HB.QQ]

Cowon J3 AMOLED PMP Released In South Korea

2010-03-29T04:03:00.001-07:00

Cowon J3 AMOLED PMP Released In South Korea

Cowon has finally launched the highly anticipated Cowon J3 AMOLED PMP in South Korea. The player boasts a 3.3-inch AMOLED (480 x 272) touchscreen display, a DMB and Bluetooth connectivity. Measuring at only 0.99cm thick, the gadget also features a built-in speaker, a voice recorder, a dictionary, a TV-Out, and a MicroSD Slot. The J3 is currently available in 4, 8 or 16GB of storage space. Its built-in battery provides an outstanding battery life with 64 hours of audio playback or 11 hours of video playback. [Akihabara]

Ritmix’s Latest PMP For Russia

2010-03-20T13:45:00.001-07:00

Ritmix’s Latest PMP For Russia

Another portable media player is about to enter the Russian market, this time from a Korean-based company Ritmix called the RF-7900. Measuring 93.4mm x 48mm x 13.5mm, the player boasts a 2.4-inch 320 x 240 TFT display, a built-in 0.3MP (VGA) camera, a microSD card slot, an FM radio with 30 preset stations, a voice recorder, a USB 2.0 interface and a 500mAh battery. Not to worry, the device also supports various multimedia formats including MP3, WMA, AMR, OGG, AAC, FLAC, APE, RMVB, RM, AVI, 3GP, MP4, JPEG, BMP, GIF as well as TXT. Available in 2GB, 4GB and 8GB sizes, the Ritmix RF-7900 is scheduled to go on sale in Russia in early April for unannounced price yet. [Ritmix]

SAFA To Drop Pooky Fitness MP3 Player In Korea

2010-03-19T09:51:00.005-07:00

SAFA To Drop Pooky Fitness MP3 Player In Korea

SAFA is set to drop their newest fitness MP3 player ‘Pooky’ for the Korean market. Coming in 4GB of storage capacity, the device is equipped with five personal trainer applications including a pedometer, a voice recorder, and FM radio and many other interesting features. The Pooky Fitness MP3 Player will hit Korea later this month for unannounced price yet.

[AVING]

ICOO E900P Portable Media Player

2010-03-19T09:51:00.003-07:00

ICOO E900P Portable Media Player

ICOO has released the latest PMP that supports 1280p video playback. Known as the E900P, the player has a 5-inch 800 x 480 display, a USB OTG for data transfer, and a YPbPr port for video output. The ICOO E900P PMP is compatible with most of famous multimedia codecs including H.264, MKV, MOV, RMVB, RM, AVI, PMP, DAT, FLV, VOB, MP4, MPG, and 3GP. Other features include pictures browsing, a TXT ebook reader, and a voice recording. Sadly, there is no HDMI port. [IMP3]

Funkyfonic Cassette MP3 Speaker

2010-03-19T09:51:00.001-07:00

Funkyfonic Cassette MP3 Speaker

Finding yourself a retro style MP3 speaker with an affordable price tag? Well, how about the Funkyfonic Cassette MP3 Speaker from Fredflare. Powered by two AA batteries, this external speaker works with any MP3 player, PDA, iPod, portable gaming system that has a 3.5mm jack. All you need to do is plug it in and let the fun begin. If you’re interested, the Funkyfonic Cassette MP3 Speaker will set you back $22.

(Via The Apple iPod and MP3 Players Blog.)

Chuwi Add Another S to P7eos -> P7eosS

2010-03-19T08:37:00.003-07:00

Chuwi Add Another S to P7eos -> P7eosS

I don’t know what more to be astonished by, how Chuwi goes about naming their players or the fact that this 5.0″ player costs less than USD$60 and comes with 8GB of memory. The P7eosS is very similar, in fact totally the same albeit the screen size, to the P7eos. This variant will have a 5.0″ screen, run on a telechips processor which will be able to decode videos that are upto and possible even above 1080p, it does also have HDMI out. Players like this are pretty much kings of video playback, as they can support just about any popular used video format (AVI, Divx, RMVB, MKV, TS, WMV9, H.264, H.263). The player looks to be out very soon, but i am sure it won’t be long before Chuwi goes and add another S for the 7.0″ version of this player.

Maddness.

Via iMP3

iToo releasing 3.6″ Player

2010-03-19T08:36:00.003-07:00

iToo releasing 3.6″ Player

The iToo M3HD seems to be very similar to the Cube B33HD i reported yesterday, two share the sames specs and even form factor. It would be safe to assume that the two players are using the same media processor and probably have similar user interfaces.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

Sneak peak at Ainol V9000HDA

2010-03-19T08:36:00.001-07:00

Sneak peak at Ainol V9000HDA

Looks like Ainol has released a small set of photos of their new upcoming V9000HDA model. This new player does run on a Sochip processor, but it would be the first Sochip based player to be touch screen based.

I can’t really say that Ainol has done anything new with the body design, but i have to admit that it does have a nice simplistic look to it. Ainol have also released a promo page showing off the UI of the V9000HDA, lets hope the renderings look as good in real life.

(Via MP4 Nation Blog.)

CUBE B33HD HD PMP

2010-03-15T13:04:00.005-07:00

CUBE B33HD HD PMP

CUBE has recently released the new B33HD high definition PMP for the Chinese market. The player comes jam packed with a 3.6-inch (800x480) display and supports most of multimedia file formats, including RMVB, RM, AVI, WMV, FLV, MKV, DAT, MPG, MP4 , MOV, PMP, MP3, H.263 decoding and DTS, and 1080I HD output. The CUBE B33HD also supports e-books, games, and a built-in speaker. No info on pricing so far. [IMP3]

Upcoming HD-Capable PMP From Itoos

2010-03-15T13:04:00.001-07:00

Upcoming HD-Capable PMP From Itoos

Here’s a look at another upcoming HD-capable portable media player from Itoos, the M3HD. The player boasts a 3.6-inch TFT display, a memory card slot, a picture browser, an e-book reader, an FM radio, a USB OTG port, a 1080i video output. Not to mention, the device also supports a wide range of multimedia formats including MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG, AAC, AMR, FLAC, APE, H.264, MKV, AVI, RM, RMVB, VOB, DAT as well as 720p HD video playback. Unfortunatley, there’s no word on pricing and release date yet. [Itoos]

HOTT HD390 PMP

2010-03-13T11:42:00.001-08:00

HOTT HD390 PMP

The Chinese PMP manufacturer HOTT today released the HD390 PMP for the Chinese market. The player comes equipped with a 4.3-inch display with 480 x 272 resolutions and a HDMI port, so you can watch your favorite videos on a bigger screen. The HOTT HD390 supports H.264 codec and a wide range of multimedia formats including AVI, RM/RMVB, MKV, FLV, DAT, WMV, MPG, MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC, and OGG. Too bad, there is no word yet on pricing. [IMP3]

iRiver To Drop N15 JEWEL Necklace MP3 Player

2010-03-13T11:41:00.003-08:00

iRiver To Drop N15 JEWEL Necklace MP3 Player

iRiver is set to drop their latest wearable MP3 player for the Japanese market that comes in the form of a necklace. Dubbed as the N15 JEWEL, this fashionable player is equipped with a 120 x 56 dot matrix OLED display, an optional 2GB or 4GB of storage, an FM tuner, a voice recorder, a 15-hour battery and supports MP3, WMA, APE, FLAC as well as WAV audio formats. Measuring 55.5mm x 26mm x 13mm and weighing 33 grams, the N15 JEWEL will start shipping in Japan on March 20th for about $88 (2GB) and $110 (4GB), respectively.

[iMP3]