SanDisk Sansa Clip

SanDisk has released a new MP3 player to the market called the Sandisk Sansa Clip. The new Sansa doesn’t offer too much more in respect to features compared with other MP3 players available in today’s market; however it does come with 8GB of memory (enough for 2000 songs).

Minimum System Requirements

- Windows® XP SP2 or Vista® Operating System
- Windows Media Player® 10 or 11
- CD-ROM drive
- High-Speed USB 2.0 port required for hi-speed transfer

Package Contents

- Sansa® Clip MP3 player
- Clip accessory
- USB 2.0 transfer cable
- Earphones
- Promotional Inserts
- Quick Start Guide
- Installation CD with user guide

Feature List

- Plays MP3, WMA, secure WMA and Audible audio file formats
- FM tuner with 40 preset channels
- Up to 15 hours of play time with internal rechargeable battery***
- Voice recording with built-in microphone

Available: Sandisk.com
Price: $99

Maxian M1 EDU Portable Media Player

The Korean based company; Maxian has released its latest Portable Media Player (PMP) called the Maxian M1 EDU. Maxian’s portable media player comes with a Dual Core CPU, 3.5″ touch screen LCD, FM Radio, digital TV and powered by Windows CE 5.0 operating system. The portable media player whic comes in black is compatible with video codec’s (Mpeg-1, Mpeg-2, Mpeg-3, Mpeg-4, WMV, and AVI) or WMA/MP3 files. The Maxian M1 EDU comes with either 8GB or 16GB storage capacity.





Features

- 3.5″ touch screen LCD display
- Digital TV support
- Integrated FM radio
- Compatible with MPEG1 to 4, WMV, AVI, MP3 and WMA files
- SD memory card slot
- Built-in dictionaries

Available: Maxian
Price: Unknown

Review: Slacker G2 Media Player A Bit of an Over Achiever

How many iPods are there in the world with music that never gets updated because their owners are too busy, uninspired or just plain lazy? A lot of them, says Slacker. The company designed its

Get ready to enjoy the second version of slacker G2. The first version of slacker was very bulky and it was very difficult to carry as it cannot be placed in the pocket. But its second version is very different.  The blue print of this version is revised as compared to its first version. It is very trimmer and rounded piece which can be even placed in pocket. G2 is 3.5 inches tall and weight of this media player is 2.6.

Service provided by slacker is very good and it has maintained it in its G2 version. 4GB version is able to carry 25 radio stations where as 8GB version is able to carry 40 radio stations. Two million songs can be stocked with the help of 100 preprogrammed channels; it is even more than what Pandora has. The headphones are very effective and it provides you the clear sound. You can load MP3, WMAs, and AACs. Display of album is very effective on this 2.8 inch screen. But the WI-FI connection eats lots of battery. If the battery is below 50 % this connection requires a/c adaptor.

Cowon O2 Portable Media Player

Cowon have released there latest Portable Media Player called the Cowon O2.  Featuring a 4.3 inch LCD touch screen display with a simple yet elegant design the O2 is expected to exceed the sales of the A3 version. Coming in White, Black, or Pink, with TV-out, and choice of 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB internal storage capacity the Cowon O2 Media Player is likely to be a popular choice amongst its rivals.

Features:

- DMB-T tuner support
- Electronic dictionary
- Up to 32GB flash memory
- SD/SDHC memory card slot
- 18 hours playback time for audio
- 8 hours playback time for video
- Supports wide range of video formats
- Built-in speakers
- TV Out

Cowon have not indicated the price of the O2 Portable Media Player but early indications are that it will be reasonably priced in order to challenge the iPod’s dominance in the PMP market.

Mijam Invisible Air Drummer

Any keen drummers out there? Here is what you have been waiting for the Mijam Invisible Air Drummer. This drum kit takes advantage of wireless technology and motion sensors to allow the user to play snare, high hat, cymbals, and of course pedal operated bass without actually having a drum kit. Totally portable, the wireless drum kit communicates with a receiver speaker unit playing your actions.

Features
- A pair of Motion activated drumsticks that can simulate a snare drum, hi hat, ride and crash cymbals and toms.
- A wireless bass drum pedal to keep the beat tight.
- A wireless speaker so you can play and listen wherever you want.
- Compatible with iPods, most MP3 players, your stereo or PC.
- You can control the volume and tempo or you can play them through headphones.
- If you feel like a bit of a freestyle session the standalone mode will allow you to drum the air to your heart’s content.
- Requires 2 x AAA Batteries per drum stick, 2x AA Batteries for foot pedal, and 4x AA - Batteries for wireless speaker (batteries not included).

Specifications

Speaker unit - 20.5 x 10.5 x 9 cm
Foot pedal - 17.5 x 7.5 x 7.
Sticks - 38 x 4 x 2.5 cm.

The Mijam Invisible Air Drums are available from Iwantoneofthose.com for £49.99.

Sony Xross Fade DJ System

Sony have released its dual iPod dock kit for mixing songs, otherwise known as the Sony Xross fade DJ System. Priced at $500, the Xross features impressive bass reflex speakers and dual subwoofers, including a cross-fader and monitor cue.  This allows the user or to be technically correct the DJ to mix two songs, fading one song into the other to prevent missing a beat.

Included in the Xross Fade system is a CD player, an AM/FM tuner, and a line-in jack for listening to non-iPod MP3 players.

Features:

• Dual iPod® player1 input with Cross Fader and Cue - Puts you in charge of the music behind multiple steering wheels and allows for more mixing and listening action.

• Single-Disc CD player – CD-R/CD-RW and MP3 Playback2 - Gives you even more input to play and mix.

• AM/FM Tuner - allows for basic radio listening when the DJ isn’t performing.

• USB Recording & Playback (MP3, WMA, AAC) - gives the DJ or audiophile even more options for input and sound mixing.

Priced at $500 the Sony Xross Fade DJ Mix Station is available from Sony Style for preorder.

Solar Powered Headphones

Another day and another traveler’s gadget featured here at Mintgadgets.com.  This latest audio gizmo is a set of headphones with a difference, it’s solar powered portable radio.  Provide it with a short one hour of sun exposure and the headphones will provide up to three hours of digital am fm radio play or if fully charged will provide up to 20 hours of playing time.  The headphones contain an internal antenna powering the radio and providing good reception.

Features:
- Dual headband for added comfort; adjusts to fit big and small heads.
- Internal antenna for powerful reception.
- High quality stereo FM radio.
- Extended bass for superior sound quality.
- Automatically recharges in light, even when listening.
- Includes partially charged AAA NiMH solar rechargeable battery so you can tune in straight away.
- Weighs 140g.
- Adjustable headset to fit all size heads.
- 3 year warranty.

Priced at £19.95 from Paramountzone.com.

Cassette MP3 Player

Youngsters may not recognize this above device but it’s what’s called a cassette.  It was what we old timers used to record and play music on before CD players or mp3 devices. However, this cassette has a twist to it, it has a built in mp3 player. There are two ways you can use it, as a normal cassette or as cassette mp3 player. A typical example use might be in some older cars that still have cassette players in them, all you need to do is insert the cassette into the cassette player and you have an instant car mp3 player.

How is the music stored? Well music the cassette is designed to take up to 2GB SD cards, meaning hours of songs can be played at your leisure.  With a USB 2.0 port files mp3 files can be directly uploaded to your computer.

Specification

External Memory: Compatible with SD/MMC card (max.2GB)
Music Format: MP3
Bit rate: 32-256Kbps
Earphone Jack: 3.5mm
SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio): >75dB
Output of earphones: 2 x 10mW(32Ohms)
USB: 2.0
System: Compatible with windows 2000/xp
Battery: Built-in 450mAh lithium battery
Dimension: 63X102X11.5 (mm)
Other Features:
Use like a normal cassette in a car cassette player or cassette player
Use as a stand alone MP3 Player
Repeat playback mode
7 button interface
Recharge by USB cable

Accessories:

User Manual
Earphones
USB
Power Adapter

The combination of new and old technology is brought to you by Chinavasion Wholesale Electronics at £11.48.

Muvo T100: Creative’s Latest MP3 Player

Creative’s latest creation (that sounds weird) is the Muvo T100 a redesigned and upgrade to their original MP3 player. The MP3 player features a slim line and lightweight design with a USB connector for convenience. The USB connector prevents the need for cables and allows for quick file transfers to or from your computer.

Included is a rechargeable battery with a lifespan of 10 hours, quick start guide, and headphones. The Muvo T100 MP3 player supports MP3, WMA, WAV and Audible formats.

The creative mp3 player is available with 2GB or 4GB storage capacity (approximately 500 and 1000 songs) and in colors of black, blue or red the Muvo T100 is priced at $60 and $100 respectively.

Fruit with MP3 capability?

Looking for a new set of speakers for your computer or iPod? Well look no further than these fruity ones from Made-in-China.com. Coming in apple, banana, orange, or strawberry designs they don’t just play tunes they add comfortability to your desk as well. The musical pillows come with 8 built in natural sounds and perfume scented flavors (either lavender, apply or rose).

Currently these MP3 player pillows are only available as a wholesale item from MadeInChina.

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