JVC is well known for its electronic products and their exceptional sound quality. It has decided to expand its lineup and has rolled out an Alneo lineup of MP3 players with the C series. Their were no special features that I could find in these DAP’s except for their sleek shape and impressive dimensions of 86�44�11.7mm. These small DAP’s weights just 49 grams and feature a 1.27 inch wide display support 65,536 colors, a support for MP3, WMA, WAV and AAC files, an FM tuner that can also record it. The most astonishing thing is that the video playback function is missing that places the product in the category of handicap products. Still if you are willing to buy it it can entertain you for 19.5 hours with its Lithium Ion battery and can be connected to the host via an inbuilt USB port. The player will hit the market in February with three different capacities of 512MB, 1GB and 2GB. I don’t think I am going for it. what about you? Via: newlaunches
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TagOPPO V5: Company’s Credit Card Sized Video Player
Oppo has launched a portable video player named V5 that can be compared to the Video iPod of our dreams. The device features: – 320 X 240 Resolution 3-inch screen – 11mm Thickness – 16:9 Ratio – 2GB Storage capacity The display is not touch screen as it looks to be. The reason is that the company has neatly attached the controls along the edges which keep the main display neat and clear. The company has not made any comments on the price and the availability of the device. But stay tuned for some more details ASAP. Via: t3
Insignia: A 4GB PMP with Bluetooth
PMPs and DAPs are getting more and more common as their prices are continuously been slashed by the manufacturing companies. Now users are more interested in gadgets with a difference so that they remain away from the common crowd. This latest Insignia MP3 player is for such people. The device has a 4GB internal memory and the best feature is that it comes equipped with Bluetooth, so the users need not worry of wires stripping apart while using the device. 4GB memory means that it can store more than 1,000 songs and about 14 movies at standard resolution. The player supports WMV and all major audio formats. It weighs about 2.4 ounces and has a 2.2-inch screen. According to Best Buy the device can run for 20 hours on one charge. Another good feature is the device has a MiniSD slot to enhance the storage capacity by another 2GB. The player is only available at Best Buy at a price of $160. Via: nytimes
Greenhouse showcases it’s hottest DAP
Greenhouse has unveiled there latest Digital Audio Player (DAP) that is infact a sensational gadget to eye on. It can store data upto 1 GB of memory space; with KanaGT it configures a FM tuner too. Shows it’s full support with MP3s, WMA and these features it flaunts with an OLED (organic light emitting diode) screen. Choose the color you want and add an extra zing to your life. Via: Akihabaranews
Green House introduces KanaGT USB2.0 DAP
If you are jaded by listening same music again and again, Green House Corporation has rolled a sleek 1GB digital audio player called KanaGT USB2.0 player with built in FM transmitter. This digital audio player plays MP3/WMA files and your local FM stations via your car stereo and also enables users to transfer their favorite music albums conveniently from their PC. To enable users to use it in night, thanks to its Organic EL display that gives superior clarity. It can also prove beneficial for journalists due to its voice recording feature. This 1GB DAP player comes equipped with built in lithium ion battery, it measures 83.0×12.0×29.0 mm, weighs 36g and once fully charged the battery lasts for approximately 7 hours and 4 hours when used as FM transmitter. Users can also listen to music via ear phones which also acts as antenna. The device will hit the Japanese market from June 6th in three different colors, but no info about pricing. Via: Fareastgizmos
Tascam MP-VT1 DAP: A Musician’s Delight
If you are not a musician, there is no reason for you to read this article. The Tascam MP-VT1 Digital Audio Processor (DAP) has been designed only for those who appreciate the purpose of this utilitarian device. For musicians, this device offers everything that they would look for. And when it comes from a renowned company like Tascam, there could be hardly any doubt about the quality of the device. A veritable device, the MP-VT1 is loaded with features like Variable Speed Audition to slow songs down with no variation in the pitch. This would particularly appeal to DJs who can configure the songs for loops. You can also modify the pitch of the music played in the device. Additionally, it incorporates a built-in metronome, to regulate the pulse, and an instrument tuner. There are jacks for the microphone and line-out. The only limitation is its memory capacity that cannot hold more than 240 songs. However, there is no doubt that the music buffs would just love this device. Via: Crunchgear