Now heres one of the world’s most favorite Mp3 player, Zenum Organum. A first look at this marvel makes an impression of a technological breakthrough. This mp3 player boasts of a numerous features, such as, a 1.8-inch color display, delivering crisp and clear display options, 2GB of internal SD memory, support for MP3 and the related compatible devices, WMA, WAV and ASF music and JPG, BMP image files can also be viewed with an ease. It will soon be out in the market scenario at the end of this year. Via: Itechnews
iPods can reach 1TB by 2014
According to HDD makes Seagate iPods can reach 1TB within the next seven years. Seagate has shown that they will develop a 1TB 2.5-inch drive by 2013. If that trend continues and the Moore’s law remains true then we all can see an iPod featuring 1TB, 1.8-inch drive by 2014. But still I feel that iPod is a music player and not a hard disk. What will a person do with 1TB of music in his pocket…? Via: Gizmodo
Dolby accepts the importance of MIDI
Dolby shocked the audience in a Game Developers Conference session recently, by putting MIDI on a pedestal. Representatives Jason Page and Michael Kelly said that more and more developers will be using MIDI-based technology to power in-game tunes, as it’s the future of audio technology in next-generation console gaming. It was Musical Instrument Digital Interface, or its widely known abbreviation MIDI that was once the favoured music development tool but with the advent of newer, more realistic sound formats, developers discarded it for prerecorded background music. The Dolby representatives said that MIDI has improved a lot and in combination with the next-gen gaming consoles MIDI samples can attain a better fidelity as compared to those performed on dedicated synthesizers. Another advantage would be smaller file sizes that would shorten the load time. In recent times there have been complaints about the lack of interactivity associated with prerecorded music by some game developers. And MIDI would be helpful in this region. Dolby knows best. Source.
Rumor or what? iPod video may run on NAND flash memory!
The contemporary iPod video is nice, but compared to the iPhone it’s a bit passe, I suppose. The iPhone proposes functionalities many had anticipated would materialize on the 5G iPod video. A bulky widescreen display, smaller size, touches screen, blutooth, and WiFi. I think if you want to know what the 6G iPod is going to be like, look at the iPhone. Apple did not spend all that energy on the iPhone to not leverage the technology in other products. Here are some recent rumors: � multi-touchscreen Apple LCD monitors � multi-touchscreen laptop screens � NAND flash based sub-notebook – no hard drive, just 64GB of Flash. These are just rumors, so don’t get thrilled until products start transporting. But I think Apple will use multi-touch in as many places as possible. The nano line has a screen that may be too small for multitouch, but that bursting full sized iPod has abundance of room. Then there’s the NAND flash. Hard drives are still the cheapest per gigabyte option for mobile electronics, but they are a battery eater. 1GB of NAND flash costs about $5 today, compared to about $1/GB for mobile hard drives. But the cost of NAND flash was $30/GB only about 20 months ago, so it feels like we’re in the midst of a transition period to NAND flash for medium-term storage. The problem swapping to flash memory is that 30GB of NAND flash will rate Apple $120 more than the hard drive in the 5G iPod. This is why they’re sitting on it; they’re waiting for the price of NAND to drop to say $2-$3/GB. Then you’ll definitively see the full sized flash-based video iPod become available soon. Via: Gadget
MediaREADY showcases its latest Bling Bling players
To present yourself in unique and eye catching appearance MediaReady has presented its BLING™ Players that features glossy looks with faux jewels and The player is slightly over a quarter of an inch thick and weighs only one and a half ounce. It is so handy that you can take your music, video, photos and fashion to a level you have never dreamed before. This classy MP3 and MPEG-4 portable players are equipped with 2 GB Flash Memory that is 30 hours of music or 16 hours of video, built-in FM radio tuner, FM recording with 30 Channel station memory and a new radical, wearable design. Other features comprises: �Supports simple conversions of MP and WAV formatted files to supported playback �Vivid 1.8� TFT 65K Color Screen for crisp and clear images �7 User Chosen Equalizer settings �Quickly transfer content from your PC or other MediaREADY™ device to your BLING Playerwith included High-Speed USB 2.0 connection �Record meeting notes, to do lists or a jam session with BLING’S built-in microphone. �Includes matching design MediaREADY™ Quality Necklace Earphones �Simple controls & settings help you quickly find and play your files Some additional Specifications include: �Size: LxHxD : 2.85 in. (l) x 1.50 in. (h) x 0.375 in. (d) �Display : 1.8�, 65K TFT Color Display �Power: 12V-DC In, 100-120V AC Adapter/Charger �Battery: 1.5V Rechargeable Lithium-ion �Accessories: AC/DC Charger, Lithium-ion battery, Stereo Necklace Earphones, USB 2.0 cable, Operation Manual, Software CD All the above mentioned specs and additional specifications reveals that the manufacturer has designed this product to trigger some ultra-stylish fashion statement. Via: Mediareadyinc
Qrio’s new Q4 2.4 inch super compact PMP
Korea’s Qrio electronics has rolled out its new model of Portable Media Player Qrio Q4. The device touts an easy to use interface with hidden side controls and no controls on the face of the player to produce an impression of touchscreen enabled technology. This super compact PMP includes all essential specs in its glossy design that can playback popular audio and video formats. It has 4 GB of onboard flash memory but lacks in Buetooth,Wi-Fi and expansion slot. The model weighs only 64 grams and comprises 2.4 inches bright display that supports 260k colors. It measures 80 x 48 x 12mm and can be easily connected to the host via USB 2.0. This Qrio Q4 costs 110,000 KRW and is currently available on Korean shelves only. Via: Newlaunches
Samsung presents its K3 player: Not just another MP3 player on the block
Samsung find it irresistible to give away their idea of loving their range of mp3 players, and they surely are well known universally, that is why they decided to advance the K3 player into something more authentic and with more colors accessible to their customers. About the colors – there will be two new K3′s on the shelves during April, one is red and the other is green. About the features – the upcoming K3 models will feature additional 8GB of capacity. About the prices – 2GB ($174), 4GB($233) and 8GB ($310). Other features of the K3 that are seen on normal mp3 players comprise: 25 hours battery life, a 1.8-inch screen and touch-sensitive controls, the FM radio and digital picture library. Via: T3
The iPOD shuffle line now exhibits Spring colors!
The new iPOD shuffle line may be having a whole new lot of add-ons to its fleet of gadgets. Colored iPod shuffle was seen by a spokesman not in the market scenario but flaunted by somebody from Apple now that certainly not proves to be a rumor for sure. This may strictly speak for Apple’s strongly built reputation. Rainbow of shuffles would then be completed and that too for good. Though this grape-popsicle shade on this shuffle seems to be quite tempting and attractive, for me at least. Via: Gadgetell
Sony’s lipstick-like flash memory walkman
Whoa, that’s a neat tiny make. This lipstick-like flash memory Walkman comes straight from the house of Sony for the music nerds. The EW-010 series comes in two versions, the 1GB priced at €80 and the 2GB version priced at €100. Well, the rumor says that there was a 4GB version too that has disappeared all of a sudden somewhere. Via: SlashGear
mobiBLU debuts new range of DAPs at CeBIT
mobiBLU is known for the cubical shape of their DAPs. Now the company has debuted two new DAPs named A3 and A5 which surprisingly are not cube shaped. The devices are just 40 grams in weight and boast of the following features: 1.8-inch (A5) and 1.5-inch (A3) LCD screen 4GB Internal Storage capacity MicroSD Expansion Slot FM Radio Tuner Microphone Seven-Band Equalizer USB 2.0 Supports MP3 / WMA / MTV and JPEG files The devices measure 74.5 x 37 x 11 mm. The price and the availability of the devices are not yet announced by the company. Via: Engadget