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Portable Media Galleries -- Portable -- OLD

Trends and Sample Products

    by Douglas Dixon


  These galleries provide notes on some interesting technology and trends in digital home media.
  They include some sample products illustrating these trends.
  Information and pricing are summarized from public sources as of when they were added,
  and may be incorrect or out of date. Corrections and updates are welcome.


Portable Media Galleries - OLD

    Portable / Wireless Media Galleries
        Portable Media Player Gallery - OLD
        Mobile Communications Gallery - OLD
        Portable Storage Gallery - OLD

    Portable Accessories Galleries
        Audio Accessories Gallery - OLD
        Power Accessories Gallery - OLD
        Peripherals and Accessories Gallery - OLD

 

See also: Consumer Electronics Galleries - OLD

    Digital Imaging Galleries
        Video Camcorders Gallery - OLD
        Digital Photo Cameras Gallery - OLD
    Home Media Galleries
        High-Def / DVD Gallery - OLD
        Consumer HDTV Gallery - OLD
        Home Networked Media Gallery - OLD


Portable / Wireless Media Galleries


Portable Media Player Gallery - OLD

See the Portable Media Player Gallery
    MP3 / video players: Flash & Hard disk, Multifunction devices: Satellite, Games


* Creative ZEN Stone -- Tiny MP3 Player - 0.65 oz., 1 GB  (6/07)

 

 

 

    Find the Creative ZEN Stone on Amazon.com

    Find related Creative articles in the Manifest Tech Blog


Creative ZEN Stone with Speaker -- 0.84 oz., 1 - 2 GB  (08)

    Find the Creative ZEN Stone with Speaker on Amazon.com


Creative ZEN Stone Plus -- MP3 Player - 0.74 oz., 2 GB  (summer 07)

 

 

 

  • 12/08 ~ 2 GB $54, 4 GB $89
  • Introduced 9/07 - 2 GB $69 
  • 2 GB (1000 WMA songs, 64 hrs.), 6 colors; 
  • Blue OLED display, 64 x 64 resolution
  • Rechargeable Li-Ion Polymer battery,
        2 GB 9.5 hours audio playback, 4 GB 12 hours
  • MP3, WMA, Audible, WAV (IMA-ADPCM 8kHz, 4-bit mono) ?
  • Audible (2 and 3)
  • FM radio: 32 preset stations, Voice recording
  • 2.2 x 1.4 x 0.5", 0.74 oz
  • www.creative.com/products...

    Find the Creative ZEN Stone Plus on Amazon.com


Creative ZEN Stone Plus With Speaker -- AAC - 0.95 oz., 2 GB  (08)

    Find the Creative ZEN Stone Plus with Speaker on Amazon.com


* Samsung YP-S2 Pebble - MP3 Player - 0.61 oz, 1 GB (spring 08)

  •  7/08 - 1 GB $39/$46 (approx. 13 hours of music), 2 GB
  • Playback controls embedded flush on back face:
        Play/Pause, Left/Right, Volume Up/Down
        plus Smart button: Play mode (random, repeat), DSNe, LED on/off
  • Concealed LED flashes multi-color patterns for playback / sound effect / charging status
  • Samsung  DNSe (Digital Natural Sound engine):
        Rich audio effects, simulated surround sound
  • MP3, WMA, OGG - high-quality audio
  • Includes Samsung Media Studio software, upgrades to EmoDio software
        Organize media files, Create playlists
        Download datacasts (blogs), Text To Speech
        Sync to device, Update device firmware, Burn CD
  • USB adapter included for file transfer and charging, mini-plug for earphone jack
        Mounts as UMS device: Can drag and drop files directly as a removable disk
  • Hang around neck with included lanyard earphones; also has slot for neck string
  • Internal Li-Poly rechargeable battery
        Full charge 2 hours, Playback up to 13 hours
  • 1.66" x 1.62" x 0.65", 0.61 oz (0.03 lbs = 0.48 oz.?)
  • Five glossy colors: black, white, red, green and purple
  • www.samsung.com/us/consumer/detail/...

    Find the Samsung S2 Pebble on Amazon.com


* SanDisk Sansa Shaker -- Fun Player - 1 & 2 GB  (OLD - 4/07)

  • Introduced 7/07 - 512 KB $29.99, 1 GB $39.99
  • Introduced 7/07 - 1 GB $59.99, 2 GB $79.99
  • Fun interactive MP3 player, round hourglass design
        no display, no built-in memory
  • ~ 2 3/4 high x 1 1/2" diameter
  • Two headphone jacks for sharing music
    Built in Speaker at top end
  • Rotate controller bands top & bottom:  volume & forward/reverse navigation
  • Shake (while pressing Play/Pause) to skip randomly to the next song
  • Sound effects: Drum roll up/down for power on/off, 
        Shutter for shake, Uh-oh for problems
  • Supports MP3 and PCM WAV formats
  • Twist bottom end cap off:
        AAA battery (15 hours playback), SD Card slot (up to 2 GB), USB interface
  • Cool colors and packaging, designed for younger demographic: age 8+
  • www.sandisk.com/Products/Catalog...

    Find the SanDisk Sansa Shaker on Amazon.com

RCA Perl - Thumb drive / Music player - 1.5 oz., 1 GB  (5/07)

    Find the RCA Perl on Amazon.com


* mobiBLU DAH-1500i Cube MP3 Player - 1 GB  (OLD - 2005)

  • DAH-1500i, 512 MB $99, 1 GB $129
  • Cube less than one inch square (0.94 inches, and 0.63 ounces)
  • Blue OLED Display (Organic Light Emitting Diode)
  • USB / power / headphone jack
  • MP3, WMA, WMA DRM
  • FM radio, voice recorder
  • Clock, EQ presets, SRS WOW
  • Navigate folders
  • Li-Ion battery, USB recharge
  • www.mobiblu.com

    Find the mobiBLU DAH-1500i on Amazon.com

 


SanDisk Sansa m200 -- FM, Voice -- 1.8 oz, to 4 GB  (OLD - 10/05)

  • 06, 1/07 - 512 MB $49, 1 GB $69,  2 GB $99, 4 GB $119
  • Indigo backlit multi-line LCD
  • USB 2.0, 1.8 oz.
  • Removable AAA battery, 19 hrs.
  • Radio: Digital FM tuner, 20 presets
  • Voice recorder: Built-in microphone
  • Formats: MP3, WMA, Audible (PlaysForSure - Microsoft DRM)
  • Custom navigation by ID3 tag
  • www.sandisk.com

    Find the SanDisk m200 on Amazon.com


RCA Jet - Sports music player - 1.5 oz., 1 GB  (summer 07)

  • 1 GB $69
  • Rugged splash-resistant sport model
       
    Built-in stopwatch and body mass index calculator
  • FM tuner/record
  • Lithium battery, 15 hour playback
  • less than 1.5 oz
  • JetStream - adds Kleer Wireless stereo wireless headphones - due Sept 07
  • www.rcaaudiovideo.com/en-US/RCA-GEM-Line.html 
  • RCA Gem Line - www.rcagemline.com

    Find the RCA Jet on Amazon.com


* Creative Zen V / V Plus -- 1.5", 1.6 oz, 1 - 4 GB  (8/06)

  • ZEN V: 1/09 - 1 GB $59
  • ZEN V Plus: 1/09 - 2 GB $69, 4 GB $89
  • 4/08 - 2 GB $69
  • 6/07 - 1 GB $78, 2 GB $99, 4 GB $133, 8 GB $187
  • 1/07 - 1 GB $99, 2 GB $139, 4 GB $179, 8 GB $219
  • 06 - 1 GB $129, 2 GB $169, 4 GB $229, 8 GB
  • 1.5" color OLED, 128 x 128
  • 2.6 x 1.5 x 0.6, 1.6 oz
  • MP3, WMA / DRM, IMA ADPCM, 15 hrs
  • JPEG photos
  • Voice/line-in record
  • Plus: FM tuner (Plus), Uncompressed AVI video
  • 5-way joystick, std mini-USB connector
  • Sync with Outlook
  • www.creative.com/products/welcome.asp?category=213

    Find the Creative Zen V Plus on Amazon.com

 


Samsung YP-T10: Slim, Style, Full Function - 2", 1.5 oz, 2/4/ 8 GB  (9/07)

  • 4 GB $149 (2/4/8) - Black, purple, white, ...
  • 2 inch screen, 240 x 320 (QVGA)
  • 3.8 x 1.6 x 0.3 in, 1.5 oz
  • Customize look of player interface, character animation.
  • Music player, photo album, video player,
        FM radio, voice recorder, text reader, clock, game player
  • Bluetooth 2.0 support enables connection of two wireless stereo headsets
  • MP3, WMA audio; WMV9, MPEG-4 video, JPEG image, text
  • FM radio, voice recorder
  • DNSe 2.0 audio enhancement
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium battery, up to 30 hours music playback, 4 hours of movie
  • www.samsung.com  - Press release T10, S5, P2
  • Samsung MP3 Players - www.samsung.com/us/consumer/...

    Find the Samsung T10 on Amazon.com

Samsung YP-S5: with Speakers - 1.8", 3 oz, 2/4/ 8 GB  (~ 9/07)

  • 1/09: 4 GB $179 - Black, white
  • 08: 2 GB, 4 GB $179, 8 GB - Black, white
  • 1.8" display, 176 x 220 (QCIF+)
  • 96 x 46.5 x 11.95 mm, 85 grams (3 oz)
  • Integrated slide-and-tilt stereo speakers,  1.5 W
  • DNSe 2.0 audio enhancement
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium battery, up to 24 hours music 
        with earphones, 5.5 hours speaker, 5.5 hours video
  • Bluetooth 1.2
  • MP3, WMA, AAC audio, MPEG4 (not WMV) video; JPEG image, text
  • FM radio, voice recorder, flash games, alarm clock
  • Speaker phone when used with Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone
  • www.samsung.com  - Press release

    Find the Samsung S5 on Amazon.com

 


RCA Opal - Thin media player - 1.5", 1.1 oz, 1/2/4 GB  (5/ 07)

  • 2 GB $75, 1 GB, 4 GB
  • Thin video player
  • 1.5 inch color OLED display
  • 1.81 x 3.63 x 0.34 in, 1.12 oz
  • Digital voice recording, Line-in record
  • Music: mp3, WMA, WM DRM-10, Audible
  • Photo: JPEG, 640x480
  • Video: Convert to .SMV (~ 3.4 MB/min)
  • Built-in Lithium battery, 15 hr music playback 
  • www.rcaaudiovideo.com/en-US/RCA-GEM-Line.html 
  • RCA Gem Line - www.rcagemline.com

    Find the RCA Opal on Amazon.com

 


Archos - Generation 4 Line  (2006)

Archos 404 / Camcorder -- 3.5", 6.75 oz, 30 GB  (9/06)

   

  • 9/06 - 30 GB, $299
  • 3.5" color TFT LCD, 320 x 240
  • Compact: 4 x 3 x 0.6 inches, 6.75 oz
  • Video: MPEG-4, WMV,  up to DVD resolution
  • Audio: MP3 CBR & VBR, WMA (DRM), WAV
  • Photos: JPEG, BMP, PNG
  • PDF viewer
  • Voice recording
  • Stereo headphone mini-jack, TV output
  • Lithium-ion polymer battery
  • Model with integrated camera (holiday 06)
  • www.archos.com

    Find the Archos 404 on Amazon.com

Archos DVR Station  (All)

        Archos 404 with DVR Station

  • 1/07 - $99
  • Docking station: Power, USB connectors, IR remote control
  • Fits all Generation 4 players with adaptors
  • Scheduled recording 
  • MPEG-4 SP, ADPCM stereo, VGA  640 x 480, 30 / 25 f/s, AVI format
  • Stereo WAV (IMA ADPCM or PCM)

    Find the Archos DVR Station on Amazon.com


Archos - Generation 4 Line  (2006)

Archos 404 / Camcorder -- 3.5", 6.75 oz, 30 GB  (9/06)

  • 9/06 - 30 GB, $299
  • 3.5" color TFT LCD, 320 x 240
  • Compact: 4 x 3 x 0.6 inches, 6.75 oz
  • Video: MPEG-4, WMV,  up to DVD resolution
  • Audio: MP3 CBR & VBR, WMA (DRM), WAV
  • Photos: JPEG, BMP, PNG
  • PDF viewer
  • Voice recording
  • Stereo headphone mini-jack, TV output
  • Lithium-ion polymer battery
  • Model with integrated camera (holiday 06)
  • www.archos.com

    Find the Archos 404 on Amazon.com


Archos 504 -- High capacity - 4.3", 11.2 oz, to 160 GB (holiday 06)

  • 1/07 - 40 GB $349, 80 GB $399, 160 GB $599
  • 4.3'' TFT, widescreen 16/9, 480 x 272
  • 5.1 x 3 x 0.9 inches, 11.15 oz

    Find the Archos 504 on Amazon.com


Archos 604 -- Widescreen, WiFi - 4.3", 9 oz, 30 GB  (9/06)

     

  • 1/07 - 30 GB, $349; WiFi $449
  • 4.3" TFT, widescreen 16:9, 480 x 272
  • 5.1 x 3 x 0.65 inches, 9 oz
  • Wi-Fi model: Real Internet access, browse Web, e-mail

    Find the Archos 604 WiFi on Amazon.com


Archos 704-WiFi -- 5x7", 22 oz, 80 GB  (3/07)

   

  • 3/07 - 80 GB $549 - latest Generation 4 line-up
  • 5 x 7-inch touch-screen, 800 x 480 pixels, 16 million colors
  • 7.05 x 4.96 x 0.78 inches, 22 oz.
  • 40 / 80 GB hard drive, store 100 hours of video, 70 DVD-quality movies
  • Touch-screen for simple navigation using fingertips or included stylus
  • Two speakers
  • 802.11g wireless networking
  • Play MPEG-4 and WMV video, up to DVD resolution
    MP3, WMA (protected), WAV audio; JPEG, BMP, PNG photos; Adobe PDF viewer
  • Video and audio recording through separate DVR Station or DVR Travel Adapter. 
    Records NTSC/PAL/SECAM to MPEG-4 SP files with ADPCM stereo sound, VGA resolution (640 x 480)
  • Video editing capabilities for trimming recorded video directly on the device
  • Removable Lithium-Ion Polymer battery, 
    approx 25 hours music playback, 5.5 hours video playback and Internet browsing

    Find the Archos 704 WiFi on Amazon.com

 


* Creative Zen Vision:M -- FM, Voice, Video Out - 2.5", 5.7 oz, 30 & 60 GB  (OLD - 2008)

  • 06, 4/08: 30 GB $249, 60 GB $299
  • 2.5" LCD, 320 x 240
  • 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.73", 5.7 oz.
  • Vertical touch pad, Shortcut button, 5 colors
  • Li-Ion battery: 14 hr. music, 4 video
  • Audio MP3, WMA/DRM, WAV; JPEG images
  • Video MPEG-1,-2,-4, WMV, Motion-JPEG
  • FM radio, Voice recording
  • TV Video out
  • USB hosting: copy photos direct from digital camera 
  • Personal Organizer: sync Outlook
  • www.creative.com/products/welcome.asp?category=213

    Find the Creative Zen Vision:M on Amazon.com

* Creative Zen Vision  (3/05) -- 3.7", 8.4 oz, 30 GB (OLD - 2005)

  • 1/07 - 30 GB $399
  • 10/05 - 30 GB $399
  • 120 hrs movies, 15K songs
  • 3.7" LCD, 640 x 480
  • 4.9 x 2.9 x 0.8 in., 8.4 oz.
  • Speakers, A/V out
  • FM radio, 32 presets, FM / voice record
  • Removable Li-Ion battery: 4.5 hrs video, 13 music
  • Video: MPEG-1/2/4, DivX, WMV9 (w/ DRM), MJPEG
  • MP3, WMA (DRM), LPCM, JPG
  • Personal Organizer: Outlook
  • www.creative.com/products/welcome.asp?category=213

    Find the Creative Zen Vision  
        on Amazon.com

 


Creative Zen Vision W -- 4.3" widescreen, 10.5 oz, 30 & 60 GB  (OLD - 8/06)

  • 6/07 - 30 GB $299, 60 GB $383
  • 1/07 - 30 GB $299, 60 GB $399; 8/06
  • 4.3" WQVGA wide-screen TFT LCD, 480 x 272
  • 30 GB - 134mm x 75mm x 22mm, 276g (with battery) / 
        5.27 x 2.95 x 1.04 in, 10.5 ounces
  • Speaker, FM radio, voice recorder
  • Removable, rechargable Li-Ion battery: > 13hrs audio, > 4.5hrs video
  • Video : AVI, WMV9, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4-SP, 
        MJPEG, DivX 4.x/ 5.x, XviD-SP
  • Audio : MP3, WMA, WAV, Photo: JPEG
  • Audio Out: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack, built-in speaker
  • Video Out: Composite TV-Out; supports NTSC and PAL systems
  • Compact Flash Card Type I & II card slots - Direct transfer
  • Syncs with Microsoft Outlook Contacts, Calendar & Tasks
  • www.creative.com/products/welcome.asp?category=213

    Find the Creative Zen Vision W on Amazon.com


Kingston K-PEX -- Video playback, miniSD - 2", 2.3 oz, 1 & 2 GB  (8/06) -- OLD

  • Kingston's first line of portable media players
  • 1 GB $129, 2 GB $179
  • Personal Entertainment eXperience, Flash-based
  • 2" color TFT LCD, 220 x 176
  • 3.7 x 1.8 x 0.57", 2.3 oz
  • MPX Video, JPEG Photo, Text, Games
  • Music: MP3, WAV, WMA, Ogg
  • FM radio, voice recorder, speaker
  • Rechargeable lithium, 17 hours
  • Transfer files from USB Flash drives, miniSD slot
  • www.kingston.com/flash/kpex.asp

    Find the Kingston K-PEX on Amazon.com

 


* Samsung YP-U3 - Slim Direct-Insert Music Player - 0.8 oz., 2 GB  (6/07)

  • 6/07 - 2 GB $89 ($79) (1000 songs) - Pink, Blue, Green, White, Black
  • Digital audio player with built-in slide-out USB connector and FM radio
  • OLED 4-Line display
  • 3.44 x 0.96 x 0.5 in, 0.8 oz
  • Touch-pad, animated menus
  • Music, Voice recorder, FM Tuner with presets, File storage
        Adjustable playback speed, skip interval, and search speed
  • MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10 / Subscription
  • Play up to 15 hours
  • www.samsung.com

    Find the Samsung U3 on Amazon.com


Samsung - YP-K3 - Slim Music and Photo Player - 1.8", 0.76 oz, 2 & 4 GB (7/07)

  • 9/07 - 2 GB $119, 4 GB $169 / $154
  • 2 GB $149, 4 GB $199 - Red, Green, Black
  • 1.8" Full Color OLED display
  • 3.78 x 1.73 x 0.27 in, 0.76 oz
  • Light emitting touch pad
  • Music, Photo / slideshow, FM Tuner with presets, not Voice recorder, Clock
  • MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10 / Subscription, JPEG
  • Play up to 25 hours
  • www.samsung.com

    Find the Samsung K3 on Amazon.com


* SanDisk Sansa e200 -- microSD - 1.8", 2.6 oz, 2 - 8 GB  (OLD - 1/06)

           

  • 5/08 - 2 GB $99, 4 $119, 8 GB $149
  • 4/08 - 2 GB $90, 4 $179, 6 $119, 8 GB $149
  • old - 2 GB $139, 4 $179, 6 $219, 8 GB $249
  • 1.8" color LCD (QCIF+)
  • 1.70 x 3.50 x 0.52", 2.6 oz
  • MicroSD slot  (+2 GB)
  • FM tuner, Voice recorder
  • Liquidmetal back casing, backlit controls 
  • Replaceable Li-Ion battery, 20 hrs
  • MP3, WMA (DRM), Audible; MPEG video
  • Use Sansa Media Converter software to transfer photos and videos
  • www.sandisk.com/Products/Catalog(1166)-SanDisk_Sansa_e200_Series_MP3_Players.aspx

    Find the SanDisk Sansa e280 on Amazon.com


* SanDisk Sansa Express -- microSD - 1.1" , 1 & 2 GB  (OLD - 3/07)

   

  • 4/08 - 1 GB $49.99, 2 GB $69.99
  • 7/07 - 1 GB $59.99, 2 GB $79.99
  • 3/07 - 1 GB, $59
  • Bright, four-line 1.1" OLED Screen
  • 0.99 x 3.09 x 0.64 inches
  • microSD expansion slot (1 GB + 2 GB microSD = 750 songs)
  • Built-in USB connector: No cable needed
  • Digital FM tuner, FM recording, Built in Mic for Voice recording
  • Rechargeable lithium Polymer battery, 15-hour
  • Supports MP3, WMA, protected WMA, WAV, and Audible files
  • Supports most subscription music stores
  • www.sandisk.com

    Find related SanDisk articles in the Manifest Tech Blog

    Find the SanDisk Sansa Express on Amazon.com


SanDisk Sansa c200 -- microSD - 1.4", 1.5 oz, 1 & 2 GB  (OLD - 9/06)

  • 4/08 - C240 1 GB $59, C250 2 GB $79
  • 06, 1/07 - 1 GB $79, 2 GB $99
  • 1.4" color LCD, 128 x 98 pixels
  • 1.3 x 3.1 x .6", 1.51 oz w/ battery
  • Replaceable Li-Ion battery, 15 hrs play
  • microSD (+2 GB)
  • www.sandisk.com/sansa

    Find the SanDisk c250 on Amazon.com

* SanDisk Sansa c100 -- AAA - 1.2" Color, 1.6 oz, 1 & 2 GB  ( OLD - 3/06) 

  • 06, 1/07 - 1 GB $79, 2 GB $109
  • 1.21" color, 1.6 oz
  • 1.35 x 3.10 x 0.94 inches, 1.6 ounces
  • Removable AAA battery, 15 hrs play
  • www.sandisk.com/sansa

    Find the SanDisk c150 on Amazon.com

Both

  • Song info, album art, photos, slides w/ music
  • Radio: Digital FM tuner, 20 presets
  • Voice recorder: Built-in microphone
  • Formats: MP3, WMA, Audible (WMA PlaysForSure - Microsoft DRM)
  • www.sandisk.com/sansa

* Samsung YP-P2: Wide, touch screen- 3", 3 oz, 2/4/8 GB  (9/07)

  • 2 GB, 4 GB $199, 8 GB $279 / $249 - Black, white, burgundy
  • 3 inch, 16:9 widescreen, 480 x 272 WQVGA, 30 fps
  • Touch-screen interface, finger tap and gestures
  • 3.9 x 2.1 x 0.4 in, 3.0 oz (100 x 52 x 0.9 mm, 85 grams)
  • Bluetooth 2.0 - A2DP, AVRCP, two wireless stereo headsets, portable speaker
  • MP3, WMA audio; WMV9, MPEG-4 video, JPEG image, text
  • FM radio, (no voice recorder), clock, portable file storage
  • DNSe 2.0 audio enhancement
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium battery, up to 35 hours music playback, 5 hours movie
  • MPFreedom - www.mpfreedom.com
        Content: CinemaNow, Rhapsody, Napster
        Accessories: Belkin, iLuv, DLO
  • Upgradable
        12/07 - Pair with Bluetooth mobile phones, Bluetooth file transfer, add AAC playback
  • www.samsung.com  - Press release

    Find the Samsung P2 on Amazon.com


SanDisk Sansa View - Pocket Video Player (CES - 3/07) -- Cancelled !

   

  • 4" widescreen color display
  • 78.5mm x 123mm x 16.9mm (0.66" thick)
  • Video, music and photo formats (8 GB = 33 hours video or 2,000 songs)
  • Integrated speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • SD expansion slot: SanDisk TrustedFlash and SD High Capacity (SDHC) cards
  • AV-output to TV through 30-pin connector (up to 1080i with docking station)
  • Rechargeable, removable Li-Polymer battery, up to 10 hours audio, 4 hours video
  • Works with download and music subscription services, Rhapsody, MTV Urge, Yahoo! Music
  • Works with Windows Media Player 10 or 11 for syncing, works with Windows Vista
  • Pre-loaded content such as full-length movies, short films, videos clips, photos and music from CineQuest and eMusic.
  • 3/07 - 8 GB, $299
  • www.sandisk.com

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ARCHOS - Generation 5 Line - Flash memory & HD  (Fall 2007 -- see HD below)

    Find related Archos articles in the Manifest Tech Blog

ARCHOS 105 -- Flash Media Player - 1.8", 1.8 oz, 2 GB  (Fall 2007)

 

  • 2 GB $89
  • 1.8'' OLED color screen, 160 x 128, 262,000 colors
  • 1.8 x 3.3 x 0.3 in., 1.8 oz
  • Intuitive menu with icons
  • 2 GB Flash memory, stores up to 2 Movies, 20,000 photos, or 1,000 songs
  • Video: WMV - SP QCIF @ 15fps
  • Audio: Stereo MP3 decoding @ 30-320 kb/s CBR & VBR, WMA
    Protected WMA and WAV (PCM) - ID tag 3 compatible
  • Photo: JPEG
  • Battery life: Up to 18 hours
  • Rechargeable Li-Ion Batteries, Charge via USB 2.0
  • www.archos.com

    Find the ARCHOS 105 on Amazon.com

ARCHOS 405 -- Flash Media Player - 3.5", 4.2 oz, 2 GB  (Fall 2007)

  • 9/07 - 2 GB, $169
  • 3.5'' TFT LCD, 320 x 240 (QVGA. 4:3)
  • 3.9 x 3.1 x 0.5 in., 4.2 oz
  • stores up to 2 movies, 20,000 photos, or 1,000 songs
  • SD Card slot for additional memory, up to 16 GB (SD, mini SD, micro SD)
  • Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery, Charge via USB 2.0
  • Battery Life: Music playback time up to 16 hours, Video up to 5 hours
  • www.archos.com

    Find the ARCHOS 405 on Amazon.com

ARCHOS 605 WiFi (4.3" touchscreen) -- Flash & HD (see below)

    Find the ARCHOS 605 - Flash on Amazon.com


ARCHOS - Generation 5 Line - HD & Flash  (Fall 2007)   

    Find related Archos articles in the Manifest Tech Blog

  • Web browser
  • Options: Streaming video (Flash, WMV), Web TV and radio, Live TV from set-top, podcasts
  • Add-ons: DVR TV recording, in-car GPS

ARCHOS 605 WiFi -- HD & Flash touchscreen - 4.3", to 9.8 oz, 160 GB   (Fall 2007)

   

  • 9/07 - 30 GB $299, 80 GB $349, 160 GB $399
        4 GB + SD slot $199
  • 4.3'' TFT LCD, Touch screen, 800x480 pixels (WVGA, 16:9 widescreen), 16 million colors
  • Approx.: 4.8 x 3.2 x 0.6 in., 4.2 oz/6.7 oz (4, 30 GB)
  • Approx.: 4.8 x 3.2 x 0.75 in., 9.2/9.8 oz (160 GB)
  • 4 GB Flash memory, with SD Card slot, up to 16 GB additional (SD, mini SD, micro SD)
  • 30 or 160 GB hard drive
  • Lithium-Ion Polymer battery
  • Battery Life: Music playback time up to 16 hours, Video up to 5 hours
  • www.archos.com

    Find the ARCHOS 605 - Flash on Amazon.com
    Find the ARCHOS 605 - Hard Disk on Amazon.com

ARCHOS 705 WiFi - touchscreen - 7", 22 oz, 80 & 160 GB  (Fall 2007)

   

  • 9/07 - 80 GB $399, 160 GB $499
  • 7-inch TFT, Touch screen, 800x480 pixels (WVGA, 16:9 widescreen), 260,000 colors
  • Approx. 7.05 x 4.96 x 7.75 in.(0.75)??, 22 oz
  • 80 or 160 GB hard drive
  • (160 GB stores up to 200 Movies, 1 million photos, or 95,000 songs)
  • Mini B for USB 2.0 computer connection
  • Mini A for USB 2.0 host connection
  • Removable Lithium-Ion Polymer battery
  • Battery Life: Music playback up to 25 hours, Video up to 5.5 hours on built-in LCD
  • www.archos.com

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Plug-ins

    Gen 5 - www.archos.com/store_us/family_b.html?country=us&lang=en&fam_id=0000000013&gen=5

Web Browser Plug-in Gen 5  ($29)

  • Full-fledged Internet browser, surf Web from any WiFi hotspot
  • Download video and music
  • Watch videos from shared video web sites such as YouTube
  • Plus 7 popular widgets: calculator, weather, currency converter , note writer

Browser support for Flash 9 and WMV 9  (5/08)

  • View live and on-demand media on sites such as CBS, NBC, PBS, MTV, BBC
  • View social networking sites including YouTube and MySpace
  • available 5/08 - free firmware update for Web browser plug-in

ARCHOS Web TV and Radio Plug-in  (5/08)

  • Access more than 9,600 Web radio stations, 600 Web TV stations,  110,000 podcasts
  • Streamed live over Internet
  • Search for radio or TV stations by city, country, station genre, etc.
  • available 5/08 - $19
  • Press release (PDF)

ARCHOS TVportation Plug-in - Stream live TV  (5/08)

  • Use ARCHOS TV+ as a streaming media server
        view live home TV over the Internet, change channels
        (not viewing of recorded / stored content)
  • Clients for ARCHOS 605 / 705, Windows PCs / laptops, Windows Mobile smartphones
  • available 5/08 - free server download for ARCHOS TV+
        $49 server for ARCHOS 605 and 705 WiFi and DVR Station
  • Press release (PDF)

Video podcast plug-in Gen 5 - (H.264, AAC Audio)  ($19)

  • Play video podcasts in H.264 format
  • Play audio podcasts in AAC or M4A format

Cinema plug-in Gen 5 - DVD, MPEG2 video, AC3 audio  ($19)

  • Play back videos in DVD quality. Multi-language supported
  • Listen to 5.1 sound on your home cinema system

Dish Network Plug-in  (free)

  • Transfer TV programming from select DISH Network DVR receivers

ARCHOS 605 GPS - In-Car Holder for WiFi portable media player (4/08)  

  • In-car windshield holder with GPS antenna
  • Full-fledged navigation system
  • Tele Atlas maps: European 22 countries, 
        North America U.S. and Canada, Chinese version
  • $129, or $399 bundled with 30 GB player
  • Press release (PDF)
  • Gen 5 - www.archos.com/store_us/family_b.html...


Archos DVR Station  (All)

        Archos 404 with DVR Station

  • 1/07 - $99
  • Docking station: Power, USB connectors, IR remote control
  • Fits all Generation 4 players with adaptors
  • Scheduled recording 
  • MPEG-4 SP, ADPCM stereo, VGA  640 x 480, 30 / 25 f/s, AVI format
  • Stereo WAV (IMA ADPCM or PCM)

    Find the Archos DVR Station on Amazon.com

 


Others

Sony Rolly 

   

  • Egg-shaped music player with lights and wheels that dances to the music
  • Six moving parts: small arms, shoulders and wheels
  • Animated by pop-out ends for 180-degree horizontal opposed stereo speakers
  • Create and share original dance routine programs
  • Bluetooth for wireless streaming music from compatible PC or mobile phone
  • 2 GB flash memory, up to 520 songs
  • non-secure AAC and MP3
  • Available in U.S. spring 2008
  • Press release - http://news.sel.sony.com/en/press_room/consumer/portable_audio/release/32606.html

Handheld Media - ZVUE

    www.hheld.com

iriver clix (5/06)

    www.iriveramerica.com, www.iriverclix.com

LG Electronics

    www.lgusa.com

 


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MobiTV- Live TV & Radio

Sprint TV - PowerVision

  • Messaging, Email, Music, TV, Navigation
  • Access Pack - $15/mo - Email, Web, Music & TV channels, Navigation pay per use
  • Music Pack - $20/mo - Access + 150 radio channels, 95 local radio stations,99¢ music downloads
  • TV Pack - $20/mo - Access + 20 TV channels - ABC, CBS episodes, MTV, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, VH1, Spike
  • Navigation Pack - $20/mo - Access + unlimited navigation
  • Ultimate Pack - $25/m - TV, Music and Navigation packs
  • http://datapack.sprint.com/PowerVisionLanding.htm

AT&T Broadband TV -- Live TV to PC  (9/06)

  • 9/06 - Live TV subscription service for broadband
  • 20 channels of live and made-for-broadband television content 
        national news, sports, entertainment , full-length music videos
  • monthly subscription $19.99
  • att.mobitv.com

Verizon Wireless Samsung Flipshot (SCH-u900) - 3 MP Camera Phone (OLD - 11/07)

 

         Find the Verizon Samsung Flipshot on Amazon.com


* Verizon Wireless / LG Chocolate (VX8500) -- VCAST Music, Video + Navigation (OLD - 06)

   

 

  • Slider design, red glowing touch-sensitive navigation keys 
  • White Chocolate, Mint (green), Cherry (red)
  • Touch navigation, Flash interface
  • Camera/Camcorder: 1.3 MPix 
  • Photo: 1280x960 to 160x120
  • Video: 176x144, 3G2
        Play MPEG4, 3GP, 3G2, H.264
  • Audio: Voice recognition, Voice recording, MP3 ringtones
        Play: WMA, MP3
  • Get It Now: Mobile Web, E-mail, ringtones, photo sharing, applications
  • V CAST Music,  Video streaming
  • VZ Navigator w/ GPS
  • Bluetooth (1.1), MicroSD port
  • 3.8 x 1.88 x 0.69 inches, 3.53 oz.
  • 06 Verizon - $149
  • www.verizonwireless.com/chocolate

         Find the LG Chocolate on Amazon.com

 


Verizon Wireless / Decoy by (VX8610) - Detachable Bluetooth headset (OLD - 6/08)

  • Slider phone - 2-Tone finish: glossy front, satin back
  • Large 2.2" Mirror-Like LCD, 240x320, 262K Color TFT
  • microSD memory port with up to 8GB
  • One-touch speakerphone, speaker-independent voice commands
  • Integrated hands-free Bluetooth headset for voice & music
        Slips into back of the device for easy transport and charging
        Multiple connections - connect up to 2 Bluetooth devices to have 1 in standby
  • 2.0 megapixel camera & camcorder
        Photos: 1600x1200 (default), 1280x960, 640x480, 320x240 Pixels
         Video: 320x240, 176x144 (default) Pixels
  • Music player for MP3, WMA, Unprotected AAC & AAC+
  • V CAST Music with Rhapsody (subscription, wireless and PC downloads)
  • V CAST Videos; Media Center - download games, ringtones, and more
  • Text, picture, video and voice messaging, Mobile IM & mobile Web 2.0, Mobile Web Email
  • VZ Navigator, Chaperone parent/child
  • High-Speed EV-DO, 1.9 GHz CDMA PCS, 800 MHz CDMA
  • Handset usage up to 230 minutes, Standby 330 hours
        Headset talk 2 hours, Standby 80 hours
  • Hearing aid compatibility M3/T3
  • 4.01 x 1.97 x 0.67", 4.05 oz.
  • PR 6/08 - http://news.vzw.com/news/2008/06/pr2008-06-11a.html
  • LG - www.decoybylg.com
  • www.verizonwireless.com
  • 9/08 - $199.99 2-yr contract, less $50 online discount

         Find the LG Decoy on Amazon.com


Verizon Wireless / LG VX9400 - V CAST Mobile TV Phone (OLD - 07)

   
     
  • Swing bar design with large color LCD screen for landscape TV viewing
        Keypad hidden when closed, keyguard
  • TFT LCD display, 320 x 240 pixels, 13 lines, 262K Color
  • V CAST Mobile TV - Real-time television channels, broadcast (MediaFLO)
  • V CAST Music - download songs over air, sych from PC to microSD card
  • V CAST Video - download or stream video clips
  • Get It Now - download games, ring tones, wallpapers
  • Mobile Web 2.0 - news, sports, weather
  • Standalone Mode (RF Off), Music Only Mode (RF Off except Bluetooth)
  • Camera: 1.3 megapixel with flash, 4x digital zoom, self-portrait with mirror 
        Resolution: 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 (default), 320 x 240, 176 x 144, 160 x 120
        Video Resolution: 320 x 240, 176 x 144 (default)
  • Video Player: MP4, 3GP, 3G2 formats
  • Bluetooth (v1.2), Bluetooth stereo headset for music
  • One-touch speakerphone, speaker-independent voice recognition
  • Voice memo recording
  • Personal organizer, address book with 500 contacts
  • microSD external memory card slot
  • Standard battery: 950 mAh Li-Polymer, up to 3:35 usage, 12:12 standby 
  • Frequency: 1.9 GHz CDMA PCS, 800 MHz CDMA (Digital Dual-Band)
  • Simultaneous GPS for Enhanced Location Accuracy
  • 4.04 x 1.93 x 0.73", 4.06 oz
  • 11/07 - $499 / $79 w/ discount
  • www.verizonwireless.com - Press Release
  • www.lgusa.com

         Find the Verizon Wireless / LG VX9400 on Amazon.com


Verizon Wireless / LG Voyager Multimedia Smartphone (holiday 07)


 

 

  • LG Voyager (VX10000) Multimedia Smartphone with Touch Screen
        Interactive Touch screen (closed) and full QWERTY Keyboard (open)
        Music player with Dual speakers, full V CAST Music, Video, TV
        2 megapixel Autofocus Camera & Camcorder
        High-speed EV-DO wireless broadband: Web browser, e-mail
        Expansion microSD Memory port
  • External 2.81" touch screen
        VibeTouch technology for tactile feedback - vibrate on key press
  • Opens laterally for QWERTY keyboard with spaced keys
        Internal 2.81" LCD -- Both screens 262K color TFT LCD, 400 x 240
  • Music player for MP3, WMA, unprotected AAC, AAC+
        Dual speakers for Stereo Sound
  • Full V CAST: V CAST Music (downloads), V CAST Video (stream),
        V CAST Mobile TV (live TV), Retractable TV antenna
  • Camera & Camcorder, 2.0 megapixel, autofocus
        Camera: 1600 x 1200 (default), 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
        Video: 320 x 240, 176 x 144 (default)
  • HTML Web Browsing with Touch Navigation
        Text, Picture, Video Messaging, Mobile IM
        Get It Now, Email; VZ Navigator (GPS) & Chaperone Parent
  • One-Touch Speakerphone (via internal keyboard)
  • USB Mass Storage - transfer files PC and phone - microSD card required
  • Calculator, Calendar, Alarm, Stop Watch, World Clock, Notepad, Tip Calc
        Up to 1000 contacts with 5 entries per contact
  • Bluetooth profiles; Hearing Aid Compatibility=M3
  • Frequency: 1.9 GHz CDMA PCS, 800 MHz CDMA, EV-DO broadband
  • 4.64" (H) x 2.12" (W) x 0.71" (D), 4.69 oz.
  • Usage time: up to 240 minutes, standby time: up to 480 hours
  • 2/08 - Verizon 2-yr Contract Price $349 - 50 = $299 online
  • http://products.vzw.com/index.aspx?id=rlp&site=next&phone=voyager
  • http://us.lge.com - www.lgusa.com
  • www.verizonwireless.com

         Find the Verizon  / LG Voyager on Amazon.com


Verizon Wireless HTC Touch  Pro (XV6850) - Touch Smartphone (4/09)

    

    Find the Verizon HTC Touch Pro on Amazon.com


Verizon Wireless HTC Touch (XV6900 ) -- Windows Mobile Touch Smartphone (OLD - 08)

    

 

 

 

 

  • 2.8" touchscreen display: 240 x 320 pixel; 64K color TFT
  • Touch navigation: TouchFLO finger and stylus input, 3-D Touch Cube interface
  • 5-way ENTER/NAVIGATION button
  • Virtual, all-touch QWERTY keyboard with additional input options
  • 2.0 megapixel camera with auto-focus, zoom, video capture
  • microSD memory slot, up to 8GB
  • Windows Mobile 6 Professional
  • View, edit, create Word and Excel files: Microsoft Office Word, Excel Mobile
  • View PowerPoint and PDF files: PowerPoint Mobile, Adobe Reader LE PDF viewer
  • View, extract, create ZIP files
  • Play music, pictures, videos with Windows Media Player 10 Mobile
  • Internet Explorer Mobile
  • Wireless Sync capable; ActiveSync (v4.5) and Windows Mobile Device Center
  • Text, Picture and Video messaging (MMS)
  • Bluetooth 2.0 Wireless Technology
  • Voice command capable, Speakerphone; Security locking features
  • EV-DO, 1X RTT Capable; Use as tethered modem through BroadbandAccess Connect
  • Processor: MSM7500; Memory: 128MB RAM / 256MB ROM
  • Standard Battery 1100 mAh Li-Ion: Usage up to 210 minutes OR Standby up to 250 hours
  • Extended Battery 1880 mAh: Usage up to 360 minutes OR Standby up to 427 hours
  • TTY enabled; Hearing Aid Compatibility =M3 SAR Information: 1.250 W/kg at ear; 0.457 W/kg on body
  • 3.98" (H) x 2.35" (W) x 0.56" (D), 3.95 ounces
  • Reviews - www.xv6900.com  - www.htctouch.com
  • www.htc.com
  • www.verizonwireless.com
  • 4/08 - $399 (2-yr Contract), -100 Online Discount = $299 - $50 mail-in rebate!.

Verizon Wireless - Motorola Q -- Windows Mobile (OLD - 06)

  • Slim and light, QWERTY keypad
  • Windows Mobile 5.0 for Smartphone
        mini-Office applications
  • Windows Media Player
  • 320 x 240 display, 65K color
  • Camera: 1.3 MP
  • Audio: MIDI, MP3, AAC, WAV, WMA, QCELP .
  • Image: GIF, JPEG, BMP, PNG
  • Video: H.263, MPEG-4, AAC, WMV , GSM .
  • miniSD expansion memory slot
  • 2.5 x 4.6 x 0.45", 4.1 oz
  • 06 - Verizon $199
  • www.motorola.com/mdirect/q
  • estore.vzwshop.com/q

         Find the Motorola Q on Amazon.com

 


ARCHOS 605 GPS - In-Car Holder for Portable Media Player (4/08)  

   


LG Portable Digital Navigators

  • LN 735 - MSRP $349
       3.5 inch display (see below)
  • LN730 - MSRP $299
        3.5 inch display, 1 GB memory, 1.7 million POIs, US/Canada
  • LN740 - MSRP $449
        4-inch display, battery up to 6 hours, 0.44 pounds
        Live traffic information: 90-day free trial
  • us.lge.com

LG LN735 Portable Digital Navigator (summer 2007)

   

          Night map     Music player

  • 3.5 inch touchscreen display, 320 x 240, 260K colors
  • SiRFstarIII GPS: fast and accurate mapping with strong signal reception; GPS status display
  • Turn-by-turn voice guidance with street name and/or number
        16 Language Options; English/Spanish/French text-to-speech
  • Built-in Guided Tour tutorial
  • North America maps built in: US, Canada, Puerto Rico
  • Map views: 2D and 3D with street names, Day and Night modes
  • Controls: Menu, Volume Up/Down; Backlight brightness control
  • Millions of points of interest:
        Restaurants, hotels, gas stations, ATMs, dozens of other categories
  • Address retrieval from History, Favorites, Points of Interest (POI) or Microsoft Outlook contacts.
  • Planning and optimizing of multi-stop trips, detours
  • Navigation with fastest or shortest route, avoid highways / tolls
  • Displays remaining travel distance and time
  • Vehicle and Pedestrian modes
  • Zoom / pan to explore map, Step though turn-by-turn directions
  • 2 GB internal memory, SD card slot
  • Mini-USB port, Optional external GPS antenna port
  • Photo viewer: JPEG, BMP; Music player: MP3, WMA
  • Interface with Microsoft ActiveSync, drag and drop media files
  • PC Portal software to install new / updated maps, back up settings
        Import custom favorites from Excel .CSV files
  • Internal Li-Ion Battery, Up to 4 Hours
  • 4.3" x 3.2" x 0.7" inches, 0.35 pounds
  • Includes Windshield suction cup mount, dashboard mount disc 
        Home AC and car cigarette lighter power adapters, Carrying case
  • MSRP $349, street $249

         Find the LG LN735 Portable Navigator on Amazon.com


Pharos Drive GPS 140 -- Portable navigation + Media

   

  • 4 inch color touch screen display 
  • Preloaded maps of the U.S. and Canada on a 2 GB SD card 
  • Bluetooth dial and receive calls hands-free
  • Photo viewing and slide shows: JPEG and BMP 
  • Music playback: MP3, WMA, WAV
  • Video: MPEG, WMA, MID video.
  • Synchronizes to host PC using Microsoft ActiveSync
        Drag and drop media files into folders in the SD card memory
  • 5.8 x 3.5 x 1 inches
  • 10/07 - $321; 06 - $486
  • www.pharosgps.com

         Find the Pharos Drive GPS 140 on Amazon.com


Mio DigiWalker H610 -- Handheld navigation + Media

   

  • Handheld -- Size of a deck of cards
  • 2.7 inch screen
  • 2.32 x 3.35 x 0.74 inches, 3.88 oz.
  • GPS navigation  -- car and bike and walking
  • Media playback
        MPEG and BMP photos, MP3 music, MPEG-4 video
  • Toolbox software convert formats, download using Mio Transfer tool or SD card
  • Three-year WorldMate subscription to check weather, convert currencies, get flight info and more.
  • 10/07 - $299; 06 - $499
  • www.miogps.com

         Find the Mio DigiWalker H610 on Amazon.com

Mio DigiWalker C710

  • 3.5 inch touchscreen
  • Full maps, Bluetooth, media player
  • TMC (Traffic Message Channel) receiver
        Real-time traffic information broadcast on FM channels 
        (operational in most European countries, coming to North America
        www.tmcforum.com
  • 4.33 x 3.03 x 0.78 inches, 6 oz
  • 06 - $599
  • www.miogps.com

Harman Kardon - Guide+Play GPS-500 (3/07)

   

  • Full-featured portable GPS navigation system and multimedia device
  • Incorporates high-fidelity audio, full-motion video
  • Small enough to fit in the palm of the hand. Functioning as a GPS navigation
  • Digital music player with full music-browsing capability
  • Tightly integrated navigation and multimedia applications for simultaneous use
  • Touchscreen interface 
  • 4-inch WQVGA LCD display, widescreen 480 x 272
  • MP3, MP4, WMA / PlaysForSure, ASF, WAV, OGG
  • Pocket-sized, virtually invisible portable automotive mount, internal FM modulator 
  • 2 GB internal flash memory, up to 4 GB external miniSD card
  •  slim (19.6mm in depth) 
  • Up to five hours of battery life,
  • Charge via a wallmount AC adapter, USB port, or in-car cigarette-lighter cable
  • 10/07 - $399; 3/07 $499
  • www.harmankardon.com

         Find the Harman Kardon GPS-500 on Amazon.com

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    Flash storage: Memory cards, USB drives, Hard disk storage: USB pocket drives, USB transfer devices


SanDisk Ultra II SDHC 

  • Card with MicroMate USB 2.0 Reader
  • 3/08 - 15 MB/sec read and write (was 10 MB/sec read, 9 MB/sec write)
  • 3/08 - 8 GB $99 (hinged), 16 GB $179; 4/08 - 32 GB $349
  • www.sandisk.com

RIDATA SDHC 2.0 Card  (1/07)

   

  • 4 GB - SDHC Speed Class rating of Class 2 and Class 6
  • 8 GB - Class 6 (6 MB/s)
  • 1/07 - 4 GB ~ $180, 8GB ~ $360
  • www.ritekusa.com

Kingston MobileLite 9-in-1 Reader  (07)

  • Side A reads: SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, RS-MMC, MMCmobile
    Side B: slot for miniSD/SDHC, second slot for microSD, MMCmicro
        (appears in Windows as three drive letters)
    Slots have eject tabs to slide out media card
  • Includes 5" USB extension cable and carrying strap
  • Up to 9 MB/sec. read, 4 MB/sec. write
  • 6/09 - Reader $12, Bundled with 2 GB SD card $20
  • 5/07 - Reader $11, Bundled with 1 GB SD card $29, 2 GB
  • 3.04 x 1.16 x 0.60 in. (77.3 x 29.5 x 15.3 mm), 0.046 lbs. (21 g)
  • www.kingston.com/flash/readers.asp

Find the Kingston 9-in-1 Reader on Amazon.com

Kingston 15-in-1 Reader -- USB Adaptor  (11/05)

  • Works with 15 different Flash card formats
        CompactFlash (CF) I and II
        Secure Digital (SD), Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC), miniSD, microSD (SD adapter included)
        MultiMediaCard (MMC) Version 3.1, MMCmicro (MMC adapter required), 
            MMCmobile (DV RS-MMC), MMCplus (Version 4.0), RS-MMC (Version 3.1)
        Microdrive (CF Types II), SmartMedia (with adapter)
        Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo
  • 3.46 x 2.19 x 0.63", 0.108 lbs.
  • $16
  • www.kingston.com/flash/15in1.asp

         Find the Kingston 15-in-1 Reader on Amazon.com


Kingston USB microSD Reader (OLD 5/07)

   

  • Tiny adapter: Pull out USB connector, insert microSD card, reassemble
  • Reader 1.29" x 0.60" x 0.30"
  • 6/09 - Bundled with 2 GB $27 / street $9 (red)
  • 5/07 - Bundled with 1 GB microSD card $25 (black), 2 GB $41 (red)
  • www.kingston.com/flash/readers.asp

         Find the Kingston USB microSD Reader on Amazon.com


Kingston Mobility Kit (OLD 7/07)

   

  • Includes 1 / 2 GB microSD card, USB microSD card reader
    Plus 2 adapters (miniSD and full-size SD)
  • USB connector slides into protective cover, with keyloop
  • Reader 1.29" x 0.60" x 0.30"
  • With microSD card: 1 GB (black) $27, 2 GB (red) -- soon
  • www.kingston.com/flash/media_reader_home.asp

         Find the Kingston Mobility Kit on Amazon.com


Kingston DataTraveler Reader - USB Flash drive and card reader (3/07)

  • Standard USB Flash drive with onboard expansion slot
  • Reads SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus
    With adapter (not supplied) reads miniSD, microSD,
        RS-MMC, MMCmobile, MMCmicro
  • 1.16" x 2.66" x 0.445"
  • 1 GB $24, 2 GB $54 list, 4GB (soon)
  • www.kingston.com/flash/dt_reader.asp

Find the  Kingston DataTraveler Reader on Amazon.com


Kingston DataTraveler Mini with Migo  (OLD - 1/07)


  • Capless: Sliding retractable USB connector
  • Tiny: 0.70 x 1.42 x 0.40 inches
  • Migo: Automatically synchronizes data, leaves no trace of personal data on other systems
  • ~ 2/08  - 1 GB $12/$10 2 GB $20/$17, 4 GB $37/$32
  • 1/07  - 512 $12, 1GB $15, 2 GB
  • www.kingston.com/flash/dtmini_migo.asp

Find the  Kingston DataTraveler Mini with Migo on Amazon.com


Kingston DataTraveler Mini Fun (OLD - 8/06)

            Kingston DataTraveler line

  • Colorful interlocking blocks, 1.5 x 0.75 inches
  • Preloaded with Big Fish Games' Atlantis and Magic Vines gaming software
  • ~ 2/08  - 1 GB $12, 2 GB $20/$18, 4 GB $37/$24
  • 8/06 - 256 MB $15, 512 MB $19, 1 GB $33
  • www.kingston.com/flash/dt_mf.asp

         Find the Kingston DataTraveler Mini Fun on Amazon.com


Kingston DataTraveler 110 USB Flash Drive - Budget (OLD - 1/08)

  • Significant capacity in a lightweight, compact design; budget
  • Capless, retractable USB connector, ease-of-use and safe housing
  • 1/08 - introduced - 1 GB $12 (purple), 2 GB $21 (blue), 4 GB $35 (red), 8 GB $104 (green)
  • www.kingston.com/flash/dt110.asp

Find the  Kingston DataTraveler 110 on Amazon.com


Kingston DataTraveler HyperX USB Flash Drive - Fast (1/08)

  • Powerful, portable Flash storage, ultra-fast read/write speeds
  • 30 MB/s read, 20 MB/sec.write
  • Enhanced for Windows ReadyBoost
  • 3/09 - 8, 16 GB to 32 GB $185
  • 1/08 - introduced - 2 GB $74, 4 GB $131, 8 GB $266
  • also - Kingston DataTraveler 400
        3/09 - 4, 8, 16 GB, to 32 GB $167
        up to 8 GB , 20 MB/sec. read, 10 MB/sec. write
  • www.kingston.com/flash/dt_HyperX.asp

Find the  Kingston DataTraveler HyperX on Amazon.com


Kingston DataTraveler Style Flash Drive (OLD - 08)

  • Simple capless design with single-handed "thumb-action" slide
  • Retractable USB connector housed safely inside the casing
  • 2.35" x 0.88" x 0.37"
  • 1 GB $19, 2 GB $32, 4 GB $59, 8 GB $116 (MSRP)
  • www.kingston.com/flash/dt_style.asp

Find the  Kingston DataTraveler Style on Amazon.com


Kingston DataTraveler II Plus - Mingo Edition (7/07)

   

  • High speed: up to 19 MB/sec read and 13 MB/sec write (1 - 4 GB)
        11 MB/sec read and 7 MB/sec write (8 GB)
  • Migo synchronization software
    - Work on multiple PCs in different locations, leave no trace of personal data behind
    - Keeps your own desktop's files, folders and icons, Outlook email contents,
    Internet Explorer settings, favorites, cookies and history
    - Automatically synchronizes your data when you return to your PC
  • SecureTraveler security software for Windows systems
  • 2.67" x 0.829" x 0.355"
  • 3/09 - 2, 4, 8 GB
  • 1 GB $20, 2 GB $40, 4 GB $75, 8 GB $154 (MSRP)
  • www.kingston.com/flash/dt_IIplusMigo.asp

         Find the Kingston DataTraveler II on Amazon.com


Lexar JumpDrive 360 (OLD - 1/07)


Memorex M-Flyer Pilot - High-Speed USB Flash Drive (7/07)

   

  • New models with higher capacity and splash of color
  • Capless design with spring-loaded, retractable USB connector
  • Push end to extend USB connector, press button to retract
  • Sleek, "aerodynamic" styling
  • Includes Portable Vault USB security software by Mingo (Windows only)
        Password protection and 256-bit encryption
  • Windows Vista "Enhanced for ReadyBoost"
  • 3/09 - 2 GB $54
  • 7/07 - 2GB $49.99 (silver and blue), 4GB $79.99 (silver and red)
  • www.memorex.com/products/product_details.php?PID=1171

         Find the Memorex M-Flyer on Amazon.com


Corsair Flash Padlock - Hardware lock (8/07)

  • Hardware-secured lock
  • Keypad with lock/unlock indicator lights
  • Auto-Locking - Self locking after removal from computer
  • Customizable PIN - Set own PIN
  • Easy to Use - Direct keypad access and indicator lights for locking/unlocking
  • Plug and Play - Hardware based security without installing or running software
  • 3/09, 11/09 - 4 GB
  • ~ 2/08 - 1 GB $33, 2 GB $38
  • Introduced 8/07 - 2 GB $29, 4 GB $39
  • www.corsair.com/products/padlock.aspx

Find the  Corsair Flash Padlock on Amazon.com


SWISSMEMORY s.beat MP3 Digital Audio Player  (OLD - 2006)

  • Victorinox Swiss Army Knife
  • Full knife with fold-out tools
  • Flight version w/o tools, remove MP3 player from knife body
  • Music player, FM radio and voice recorder
  • MP3, WMA, WAV or OGG Vorbis 
  • 1, 2, or 4 GB 

Yoggie Security Systems - Gatekeeper USB Security

  • Full Security Mini-Computer, in USB key-sized device
        Powerful USB key-size, Linux-based 520 MHz computer
  • Blocks Internet threats outside, before they reach your PC
  • Frees up computer processing and memory resources
  • Multi-level security with 12 built-in security applications
       
    - Anti-Virus (Kaspersky), Anti-Spyware (Kaspersky)
        - Anti-Spam (MailShell), Anti-Phishing (MailShell)
        - Intrusion Detection System (Snort). Intrusion Prevention (Snort)
        - Firewall (Stateful Inspection) - (Linux Netfilter/IPTables firewall)
        - Content Filtering (SurfControl)
        - Parental Control
        - Transparent Email (POP3, SMTP) and Web Proxies (HTTP, FTP)
        - Adaptive Security Policy, Multi-Layer Security Agent, 
            Layer-8 Security Engine
    Include 1 year subscription for automatic security updates, upgrades
  • www.yoggie.com
  • Product line - www.yoggie.com/comparison.shtml

Firestick Pico - USB Hardware Firewall

  • Portable USB mini-computer replaces software Firewall
  • Introduced 1/08 - $119

Gatekeeper Pico - USB Security

  • Multi-level security with 12 built-in security applications
  • Introduced 9/0 $179 - 6/08 $149 / $30 annual subscription

Gatekeeper Pico Pro - USB Security + VPN

  • Adds VPN Client, Remote Centralized Management
  • Introduced 9/07 - $199 / $40 annual subscription

Gatekeeper Card Pro - ExpressCard Security

  • Adds VPN Client, Remote Centralized Management
  • Introduced ~ 6/08 - $199 -> $159 / $40 annual subscription

Gatekeeper Pro - Personal Security Server

  • Hardware protection for corporate users -- Network connection via pass-through mode
  • Introduced 1/07 - $220 / $40 annual subscription

Gatekeeper SOHO - Office Security Server

  • Network protection for up to 5 computers
  • Introduced 3/07 - $249 / $69 annual subscription

         Find the Yoggie Gatekeeper Picoon Amazon.com

 


USB Hard Disk Pocket Drives (OLD)

 More Capacity, Still Highly Portable
 (Now obsolete as flash drives expand capacity)


Flash Drives vs. 1" Hard Disk  (OLD)

  • Mini HD pumps capacity beyond current flash memory drives

11/07

2 GB

4 GB

6 GB

8 GB

12 GB

Flash (above)

$29/79

$49/134

 

$132/149

 

Mini HD

 

$39

$79/99

$76

$113/149

 
11/07 $79 $110 $159
Mini HD 8 GB ~ 12 GB  
Pocket HD 80 GB 160 GB 250 GB
       
1/07 $99 $129 $179
Mini HD 4 - 6 GB 8 GB  
Pocket HD 80 GB 120 GB 160 GB


Imation Micro Hard Drive (OLD)

 

Memorex Mega TravelDrive -- 12 GB  (OLD - 1/07)

         Find the Memorex Mega TravelDrive on Amazon.com


Seagate Pocket Drive (OLD - 07)

  • 2-MB cache
  • Secure Zone software for simple password protection
  • Built-in retractable cable
  • 1/07 - 2.5 GB, 5 GB, 6 GB $87, 8 GB
  • www.seagate.com

         Find the Seagate Pocket Drive on Amazon.com


Verbatim Store'n' Go USB HD Drive -- 12 GB   (OLD - 1/07)

  • 3/06 - 4 GB $129, 8 GB $199
  • 9/06 - 8 GB $149
  • 1/07 - 8 GB $135, 12 GB $179
  • 11/07 - 8 GB $76, 12 GB $113
  • www.verbatim.com/hddrive

         Find the Verbatim Store'n' Go on Amazon.com


LaCie USB Key (Carte Orange) -- Credit card - 3.3", 2.1 oz (OLD - 06)

  • Very thin design: 2.2 x 3.3 x 0.23 inches, 2.1 oz.
  • 3600 rpm or greater, up to 9 MB/sec sustained transfer
  • 3/06 - 4 GB $99, 6 GB, 8 GB $149 (11/05)
  • 9/06 - 4 GB $99, 8 GB $139
  • 1/07 - 4 GB $69, 8 GB $99
  • www.lacie.com

         Find the LaCie Carte Orange on Amazon.com


LaCie USB Key Max - 30 / 40 GB - Credit card  - 1.3" disk, 3.34", 2.1 oz. (OLD - 1/08)

  • Hi-Speed USB 2.0, with integrated USB cable
  • 1.3-inch disk, Rotational Speed 3600 rpm
  • Interface Transfer Rate up to 480 Mbits/s, Sustained to 15 MB/s
  • Synchronization & Encryption Software (Windows)
  • Backup Software (Windows/Mac)
  • 2.16 x 3.34 x 0.23 in (55 x 85 x 6 mm), 2.1 oz (60 g)
  • 3/08 - 30 GB $119 (Orange), 40 GB $149 (Black)
  • 4/08 - 30 GB $109 (Orange), 40 GB $139 (Black)
  • 10/08 - 40 GB $139 (Black)
  • PR 1/08 - 1.3" disk w/ Samsung - www.lacie.com/company/news/news.htm?id=10371
  • www.lacie.com/us/products/product.htm?pid=11039

Find the  LaCie USB Key Max on Amazon.com


LaCie Mobile Hard Drive - 40 - 160 GB - .4 oz  (OLD)

  • Design by F.A. Porsche
  • USB 2.0 (optionally FireWire)
  • 4200 / 5400 RPM, 8 MB cache
  • 0.65 x 3 x 5 in., 6.35 oz
  • 1/07 - 40 GB $79, 60 GB $89, 80 GB $99, 100 GB $119, 120 GB $129, 160 GB $179
  • 3/08 - 250 GB $139
  • www.lacie.com/us/products/product.htm?pid=10928

         Find the LaCie Mobile Hard Driveon Amazon.com


Memorex TravelSync - USB devices - OLD

  • Transfer files between two USB devices without using a computer
  • LCD to select folders and files
  • Powered by 3 AAA batteries, need external power for hard disk
  • USB 1.1 - USB mass storage and Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) -- not iPods
  • ~ 2/08 $26, 1/07 $49
  • www.memorex.com

         Find the Memorex TravelSyncon Amazon.com


Memorex TravelLink - Flash cards - OLD

  • Transfer files between two USB devices --  and/or two Flash cards
  • Adds two memory card slots: CF I, CF II, SD, SM, MMC, MS, MS Pro, MS Duo
  • Connect to computer as 8-in-1 card reader
  • USB 1.1
  • ~ 2/08 $36, 1/07 $69
  • www.memorex.com

         Find the Memorex TravelLinkon Amazon.com


Buffalo MiniStation HD Portable - 6.7 oz (OLD - 06)

  • Tough armored case, shock absorbent inner floating structure
  • 5 x 3.26 x .83 in., 6.7 oz.
  • 06 - 40 GB $119, 80 GB $155
  • 1/07 - 80 GB $129, 120 GB $159, 160 GB $239
  • www.buffalotech.com

Find the  Buffalo MiniStation HD Portable on Amazon.com


Memorex Ultra TravelDrive - 80 - 160 GB - 6.4 oz (6/07)

  • Compact, 2.5-inch portable hard drive, up to 160 GB
  • Light, portable, Ergonomic design fits in the palm of hand
  • Personalize / color-code with two interchangeable color faceplates
  • Rugged and portable, no-slip rubberized design
  • Powered through USB connection, No external power required (in typical use)
        Includes second USB cable for additional power when needed
        Speed indicator light indicates USB 1.1 or 2.0 speeds
  • Includes back-up and synchronization software, Quick Backup button
  • 5400 RPM, 8 MB buffer, 480 MBps max with USB 2.0
  • ~ 5 1/4 x 3 1/2 x 3/4", 0.4 lbs.
  • 3/09 - 80 GB $49, 120 GB $59, 160 GB $89, 250 GB $139, 320 GB $179, 320 GB $299
  • 6/07 - 80 GB $99.99, 120 GB $119.99, 160 GB $149.99
  • www.memorex.com

         Find the Memorex Ultra TravelDrive on Amazon.com


Seagate "Dave" wireless mobile hard drive (~ 2/07)

  • Demo 07 (2/07)preview  - 10GB or 20GB 
  • connect via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, or USB cable
  • www.seagate.com

Seagate FreeAgent Data Movers  (1/07) 

  • include software to automatically synchronize content
  • access to Seagate Internet Drive, online service, post, access, share files over Web
  • FreeAgent Pro data movers (320GB, 500GB, 750GB) 
  • FreeAgent Go (80GB, 120GB, 160GB) data movers, USB 2.0
  • FreeAgent Go Small (12GB) ultra-compact size
  • FreeAgent Desktop data movers (250GB, 320GB, 500GB) add-on storage
  • www.seagate.com

 

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Audio Accessories Gallery - OLD

See the Audio Accessories Gallery
    Headsets, headphones, speakers, Wireless, Bluetooth


 

Jabra BT 160 - Styles

  • 33 interchangeable design covers
  • $59

     

Jabra BT125 - Tiny - Discreet

   

Jabra C820s corded stereo headphone, active noise cancel  (1/07)
Jabra BT325 and Jabra BT320 Bluetooth stereo headsets (1/07)
    Answer calls while listening to music
Jabra BT620s Bluetooth stereo headset  (1/07)
Jabra T5330 Wireless headset - price, boom arm, DSP  (1/07)
Jabra A7010 Bluetooth hub - pair with desk phone  (1/07)

Jabra JX10 - Design  (10/05)

        

  • Less than 1.5 in. long (4 cm), 1/3 oz. (10 grams) 
  • DSP improves audio quality in windy or noisy environments, auto volume level adjust
  • Up to 6 hours of talk time, 200 hours standby
  • $179

Jabra BT800

   

  • Mute button, jog wheel, 'Answer' and 'End' buttons
  • $119

 


Aliph "New" Jawbone Bluetooth Headset -- Noise-Assassin (5/08)   


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • 50% smaller than Original Jawbone
  • Medical-grade plastic, textured surface, light underneath
  • Fits either ear -- includes 3 earbuds (small, medium, and large)
        2 soft leather earloops, 2 slim earloops for eyewear  (medium and large)
  • 1/09 - New Fit Earbuds - wear without earloop - Free ($2.99 shipping)
        Earbud body is open,  like pneumatic cushion (or tire)
            More comfortable than traditional solid round (doughnut) earbuds
        Rear mounted integrated loop, suspension-bridge effect fits snugly into ear
            Acts like a spring to orient headset toward the cheek
            http://us.jawbone.com/fitearbud.aspx
  • Invisible touch controls on outside shield - Two buttons control all functions
  • Voice Activity Sensor peg on underside rests against cheek, 
        Unit angled toward mouth
        Feels speech of wearer, distinguishes sound of voice from ambient noise
  • Military-grade Noise Assassin technology
        Address real-world noise environments like busy streets, cars and airports
        Eliminates up to ten times more noise energy than competitors
        Faster processing eliminates noise bursts
        Enhanced intelligibility - voices sound human, not robotic
        Dual microphone array reduces wind noise
  • New fast-charge battery: 80% charge in 35 min., full charge 50 min.
        Charge with included magnetic USB cable on computer, 
            or USB wall-charger
  • Talk time over 4 hours, standby over 8 days
  • Bluetooth 1.1, 1.2, and 2.0 (Hands-free), range to 33 feet (10 meters)
  • 2.1 x 0.6 x 0.9 in, 0.4 oz / 10 grams
  • 5/08 - $129 (9/08 $99 street), Black, Silver, Rose Gold
  • www.jawbone.com
Find the Aliph New Jawbone Headset on Amazon.com

Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth Headset -- Noise-canceling  (Original - 12/06)

  • Bluetooth headset with advanced, military-grade noise-canceling system - touch cheek
  • Adaptive Noise Shield technology, dramatically reduces background noise
        Voice activity sensor, 2 microphones
  • Includes choice of 6 ear buds and 4 ear loops
  • Available from Cingular Wireless
  • 10/08 - $89 street, 11/07 - $99; 1/07 - $119
  • www.jawbone.com
Find the Aliph Jawbone Headset on Amazon.com

Plantronics Discovery 925 -- Designer Bluetooth headset

  • VFrame design - follows face contours, microphone boom closer to mouth
  • In ear design, left or right - Includes 3 earpiece sizes
        No loop - Rests in outer ear - self-stabilizing with soft flexible eartip
  • AudioIQ technology - Automatic noise control for clear calls
        Two-way: Removes background noise from voice, adjusts incoming volume
  • QuickPair technology for easy initial Bluetooth set up
  • Multipoint technology: Active connect with two Bluetooth phones 
        (turn off to extend battery life)
  • Controls: Volume, call answer/end, last number redial, voice activated dialing
  • Bluetooth (v2.0) + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), Headset (HSP v1.1) 
        and Hands-free (HFP v1.5) profiles, Range up to 33 feet (10 meters)
  • Up to 5 hours talk time, 7 days standby, Full charge 3 hours
  • Carrying case includes rechargeable battery, one full charge to earpiece
        Includes USB cable and AC adapter to charge headset or case
  • Lithium ion rechargeable battery in earpiece
        Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery in carrying case
  • 8 grams, Metallic and jewel tone colors: Onyx Black, Alchemy Gold, Cerise Pink
  • www.plantronics.com/Discovery-925 - Press release
  • list $149 (4/08), street $79 (8/08)
Find the Plantronics Discovery 925 Headset on Amazon.com

Plantronics Voyager Bluetooth Headsets

Plantronics Voyager 500 series headsets 

  • Noise-canceling microphone and minimize wind noise
  • Plantronics Voyager 510 - All-day behind ear style - $99.95 -> $41.99 
  • Plantronics Voyager 520 - Enhanced noise canceling - $99.99 -> $65.95 (8/07)

Plantronics Voyager 800 series headsets

  • Two-way noise reduction technology to digitally enhance sound quality on both sides of the call.
  • Noise-isolating ear bud that seals out noise and seals in sound.
  • Sliding boom to bring microphone closer to your voice, and answer/end calls
  • Voyager 855 adds detachable stereo cable to switch between music listening and phone calls
  • Plantronics Voyager 815 - DSP noise reduction - $129.99  (10/07)
  • Plantronics Voyager 855 - Add stereo cable - $149.99  (10/07)

 

Plantronics Voyager 510 Bluetooth Headset -- All-day   (8/07)

  • All-day behind ear style
  • 14 grams
  • list $99.95, 10/07 $41
Find the Plantronics Voyager 510 on Amazon.com

Plantronics Voyager 815 Bluetooth Headset - DSP, Mono  (10/07)

  • Mono version of Voyager 855
  • Slide-to-talk design, tailor-fit earbuds, AudioIQ noise reduction technology
  • Multipoint technology - switch between two Bluetooth devices
  • 11 grams
  • list $129.99
Find the Plantronics Voyager 815 Headset on Amazon.com

Jabra BT8010 Convertible Bluetooth stereo headset  (1/07)

  • Feature rich Bluetooth Mono headset with attachable stereo unit to BT stereo
  • Phonebook up to 30 contacts. caller ID
  • Up to 10 hours talk time, 6 hours music streaming, 300 hours standby
  • Mono unit less than 0.8 ounces, stereo less than 0.49 ounces
  • DSP for noise cancellation of background noise, automatic volume control
  • OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) scrollable display, jog wheel navigation
  • Music: Play/pause/stop, Skip track forward, volume control
  • Bluetooth 2.0, hands-free profile
        Bluetooth streaming stereo (A2DP) and remote control (AVRCP) profile
  • Multipoint connection, two devices at same time: phone + PC or  music player
  • Q1 07 - $149
  • www.jabra.com
Find the Jabra BT8010 on Amazon.com

Sony MDR-EX90LP Stereo Earphones (07)

  • Ear buds, metal housing, 13.5mm driver
  • Includes 3 sizes of earbuds, Leather carrying case
  • 7/09 - $64 street, 07 - MDR-EX90LP - $100 
  • www.sonystyle.com

         Find the Sony Stereo Earphones on Amazon.com

 


 

Sennheiser CX - Classic, Street and Style Ear Canal Headphones

  • CX 400 - noise-isolating ear-canal headphones, $99
        balanced sound
        short cord for pocket use, additional 3 foot / 1 m extension cable
  • CX 500 - noise-isolating ear-canal headphones, $129
        top of the line, wider frequency response
        integrated volume control
        ear adapters with improved fit and better passive noise attenuation
  • CX 55 Street - noise-isolating ear-canal headphones, $79
        powerful low-end frequency response for street use, bass-driven stereo sound
        ergonomic housings shaped for ear position
        cord routing with small angle arm
  • CX 95 Style - noise-isolating ear-canal headphones, $139
        very balanced sound and highest possible sound resolution
        short cord for pocket use, additional 3 foot / 1 m extension cable

Shure - Sound Isolating Earphones 

Shure I Series Sound Isolating Earphones

  • Switch between listening to music and answering your phone
  • Inline microphone with filtering to remove background noise while on calls.
  • Selection of soft foam and flex sleeves for in-ear comfort and sound isolation
  • Start at $75
  • www.shure.com/PersonalAudio/Products/Headsets

Shure E3C Sound Isolating Earphones

Shure E500PTH Sound Isolating Earphones  

  • Three hi-definition miniature drivers
  • "Push-to-Hear" to alternate noise isolation and hearing the outside world
  • $499

         Find the Shure E500PTH Earphones on Amazon.com


LG HBS-110 Bluetooth Stereo Lanyard Headset  (8/06)

  • HBS-110 - Bluetooth connectivity, stereo sound, music control
  • Three-way calling, 9 hours talk time, caller ID, last number redial
  • OLED LCD display: Caller ID, Volume level, caller's number
        Bluetooth status and active profile (HFP/HSP/A2DP/AVRCP) 
  • Front controls: play/pause, rewind/fast-forward, volume control.
  • Battery charge 3 hours, 6 hours talk time, 5 hours audio
  • $119.99
  • www.lge.com

 


JVC HA-NCX77 In-Ear Noise Canceling Headphones  (3/07)

  • Up to 80% noise reduction (more than 14dB at 120Hz)
  • Contoured canal design for sure fit and sound isolation 
  • In-line volume control, Monitor to mute sound
  • Frequency response 8 - 24,000 Hz, Sensitivity: 90 dB/1mW (when on),91 dB/1mW (when off)
  • Cord Length: 4.92 ft
  • Single AAA battery, approximate 70 hours, 1.94 oz
  • HA-NCX77 - 3/07 - $79.95
  • http://av.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL027872&pathId=101&page=1
Find the JVC In-Ear Noise Canceling Headphoneson Amazon.com

Sony MDR-NC11A Noise Canceling Headphones 

  • Small control with electronics, battery, and on/off switch,
  • Reduce outside noise up to 70 percent (10 db) 
  • MDR-NC11A - $99
  • www.sonystyle.com

Find the Sony Noise Canceling Headphones on Amazon.com


Sony NW-S703F Noise Canceling Walkman MP3 Player  

  • MP3 player with Active noise canceling earbuds 
  • Reduce ambient noise to 25 percent (12 db)
  • NW-S703F - 1 GB $169, NW-S705F - 2 GB $199
  • www.sonystyle.com
Find the Sony Noise Canceling Walkman MP3 Player 
on Amazon.com

Logitech - FreePulse Wireless Headphones

  • Light and comfortable
  • Includes small adaptor to plug in to stereo plug of any music player to listen in wirelessly
  • $99
  • www.logitech.com
Find the Logitech FreePulse Wireless Headphones on Amazon.com

Sony Bluetooth Headset - Clip-on (07)

  • Clip-on headset with 20" retractable zip cord
  • Integrated microphone for hands-free mobile phone use
  • Simultaneous connections to mobile phone and media player 
  • Rechargeable Li-ion battery: Charge in 3 hours
        11 hours talk and music playback time, 100 hours standby
  • Controls: Power, Volume, plus Bluetooth AVRCP remote control profile --
        Control play / stop, fast forward / rewind on the earpiece
  • 2.1 oz.
  • DR-BT30Q - $129
  • www.sonystyle.com
Find the Sony Bluetooth Headset BT30Q on Amazon.com

Logitech - Noise Canceling Headphones 

  • Over-ear pads to block noise, plus active noise cancellation
  • Batteries and on/off switch nestled in one of the ear cushions
  • Fit into carrying case for travel, include an airline adaptor.
  • $149
  • www.logitech.com
Find the Logitech Noise Canceling Headphones on Amazon.com

CPS - Cellboost T-Speaker (07)

  • Plug standard headphone jack into any player, including iPods.
  • Runs in one AA battery 
  • $19.99
  • www.cellboost.com

 


Altec Lansing Orbit-MP3 Portable Audio System  (10/07)   

Find the Altec Lansing Orbit-MP3 Speakers on Amazon

Parrot - Stereo Bluetooth Speakers

Parrot PARTY - Stereo Portable Bluetooth Speakers - 6W, 9", 21 oz (07)

  • Power audio output: 6W maximum
  • Rechargeable battery pack, 4 hour charging time, Play time: 4 hours
  • Controls: Bluetooth (paring), Volume Up/Down
        Audio fx: Stereo Widening (simulate 30 degree), Virtual Super Bass (reinforced bass freq.)
  • Line-In jack 3.5 mm, Bluetooth range: 33 feet (10 meters)
  • Software: Flash Update Wizard - via Bluetooth
        Audio Configuration Tool (Windows, using Microsoft or Broadcom Widcomm software)
            Adjust volume, equalizer, effect settings, time delay to synchronize audio system 
  • 9 x 3 x 3.3", 21 oz
  • $139 / $119
  • www.parrot.com/usa/products/parrotparty - Press release
Find the Parrot PARTY Speakers on Amazon.com

Parrot PARTY Black Edition - Portable Bluetooth Speakers - 6W, 9", 23 oz (4/08)

  • Double battery life to 8 hours
  • Enhanced audio: built-in Class-D amplifier, two drivers total 6 watts 
        Audio effects: Stereo Widening, Virtual SuperBass
  • L 9.0 x H3.1 x D3.3 in (228 mm x 85 mm x 79 mm) - Weight: 23 oz (650g)
  • Bluetooth v2.0 + EDR
  • Press release

Parrot BOOMBOX, 2.1, 60W stereo hi-fi compact digital speakers

Find the Parrot BOOMBOX on Amazon.com

Parrot SOUND SYSTEM, 60W  wireless Hi-Fi speakers

Find the Parrot SOUND SYSTEM on Amazon.com

 


Audio: Components


Gibson Robot Guitar (12/07)

  • New limited edition first-run Les Paul
  • Self-tuning robotic technology automatically and quickly tunes the guitar
  • Tunes at the push of a button to a standard A440
        plus 6 commonly used altered tuning presets
  • Automates string changes
  • Guitar can be intonated in seconds after string changes, truss rod adjustments or weather changes.
  • Components extremely light , do not change the instrument in any way.
  • Master Control Knob has all operating and control functionality 
        contained in 11 different positions. 
  • Powerhead-Locking tuners, lightweight alloy housing
        not any heavier than common tuning keys
  • Each has motorized high-performance gearbox controlled by signals from CPU
  • Motorized tuners adjust pitch of strings, monitored by a Tune-Control Bridge
  • $2,499
  • www.gibson.com/robotguitar

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Power Accessories Gallery - OLD

See the Power Accessories Gallery
    Batteries, chargers, Adapters, tips, wireless


Energizer Easy Charger  (11/06)

  • Compact, sleek oval, foldable plug 
  • Interchangeable faceplates match any kitchen decor
  • $21.99
Find the Energizer Easy Charger on Amazon.com

Energizer Dock & Go Charger  (11/06)

  • Base unit with two portable charging pods
  • Each pod holds 4 AA or AAA rechargeable NiMH batteries
  • Indicator lights: charging, in queue, ready to go
  • Charge one pod (up to 4 NiMH AA or AAA batteries) in under 3 hours,
        or both pods (8 AA or AAA) in under 6 hours
  • $33.99 (includes 4 AA 2500 mAh NIMH batteries)

Energizer DUO USB Charger  (4/07)

  • Charges two AA or AAA NiMH batteries, in 2+ hours for AAA, 3.5+ for AA
  • Power through attached USB cable, or with included USB wall charger
  • Available in three colors
  • Download software to monitor charging
  • $13.99 (includes AAA 900 mAh NiMH batteries)
  • www.energizer.com/usbcharger
Find the Energizer DUO USB Charger on Amazon.com

Energizer Power & Play Charging Systems





  • Dockable charging stations for game system wireless controllers
  • Use rechargeable batteries, especially for heavy users
  • www.energizer.com
  • Created through licensing agreement with Performance Designed Products (PDP)
        www.pdp.com

Energizer Power & Play Charging System for Wii Remotes

Find the Energizer Charging System for Wii on Amazon.com

Energizer Power & Play Charging System for Sony PS3 / Microsoft Xbox 360

  • Tiered charging cradle
  • Charge up to 2 Xbox 360 controllers simultaneously in 2 1/2 hours
  • Charge up to 4 PS3 controllers simultaneously in 2 1/2 hours
        Charge 2 controllers directly on main unit, 2 more using USB cables (sold separately)
  • Rechargeable batteries not included
  • $29.99
  • PS3 - www.pdp.com/prod_detail.php?sku=PL6328
  • Xbox 360 - www.pdp.com/prod_detail.php?sku=PL3628

Find the Energizer Charging System for PS3 on Amazon.com
Find the Energizer Charging System for Xbox 360 on Amazon


Voxred International - Turbo Charge Reusable Portable Chargers

  • Reusable Portable Chargers: Cell Phones, iPods, Gaming Machines
  • Models with 1 and 2 AA batteries
  • Adaptors with tips that match all popular cell phones
  • www.turbocellcharge.com

Turbo Charge Squared / TC2 - 2 AA Batteries  (10/07)

        
    TC2 - for iPod

 

 

 

 

 

Reusable Portable Cell Phone Charger

  • Powered by 2 AA batteries, with LED flashlight
  • Extra power to keep running, Provides up to 3 complete charges (cell phones)
  • On/Off switch, so can store with batteries inside

Turbo Charge TC2 - Portable Cell Phone Charger

  • 8 Adapters for all popular cell phones
  • Add over 300 min. for Motorola Razr V3, 100 min. for Palm Treo
  • TB550 - $29.95
Find the Turbo Charge TC2 Cell Phone Charger on Amazon.com

Turbo Charge TC2 - Portable Charger for iPod

  • Adaptor for 30-pin iPod Connector: iPod, iPod nano, iPod mini models -- also iPhone
  • Add up to 2250 min. for 2nd gen iPod nano, 1100 min. for 5th gen iPod video
  • TBA650 - $29.95
Find the Turbo Charge TC2 for iPod on Amazon.com

Turbo Charge TC2 -  Portable Game Charger

  • Adapters for PSP, and Gameboy Advance SP, Micro, DS, and DS Lite
  • Add up to 300 min. for PSP, 750 min. for Gameboy Advance SP
  • TBG750  - $24.95

 

Turbo Charge -- Cell Phones, 1 AA battery  (1/06, 1/07)

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Turbo Charge -- Cell Phones  (1/06, 1/07)

  • Metal tube, load with one AA battery
  • Adaptors with tips that match cell phones
  • Boost cell phones (but not completely recharge)
  • 1/07 - New model: general Mini-USB adaptor and mini flashlight, on/off
  • 06 - $19.95 with one tip, $24.95 with set of ten adaptors
  • www.turbocellcharge.com

         Find the Turbo Charge on Amazon.com

iTurbo - iPods (1/07)

  • Lip balm-sized charger for most popular iPod models
  • Adds 9 hours of playtime for the iPod nano 
  • 1/07 - $29

         Find the Turbo Charge iTurbo on Amazon.com


U.N.O. Instant ChargeNgo - Portable Battery Charger (Spring 07)

  • Portable rechargeable battery charger with multiple interchangeable adapters
  • Uses Li-ion technology: holds more power compared to AA alkaline batteries
  • Recharge with global 100-240V wall charger
        Fully charge in 3 1/2 hours
  • Power switch - LED glows green while charging
  • Accessories included Portable Charger, AC wall charger and Adapters
  • Some 28 adaptors for cell phones, PDAs, iPod, MP3 players, digital cameras, electronic games
  • Charges completely depleted device or mobile phones between 90 min - 2.5 hrs
        1600 more shots for digital cameras, 50 hrs continuous play for MP3 players and iPod
        Standby time approximately 21 days depending on usage.
  • Universal A/C wall charger can also be used as primary charger
  • Capacity 2200 mAh; DC Input 4.3-5.0V 650 mA, DC Output 5.0V-5.5V 1.2A; Cycle Life ~1000 times
  • 70 x 32 x 21 mm, 45 g (2.8 x 1.3 x 0.83 in, 1.59 oz)
  • Instant ChargeNgo $39.99, adapters $ 8.99
  • www.instantchargengo.com

Black and Decker - Power to Go - Cordless AC/USB Power Supply (OLD - 07)

  • Portable outlet: Charge from wall - 10 to 15 hours
        Supply power through USB adapter and AC outlet
  • Available in different capacities
  • Approximate talk time based on commonly used cell phones
  • www.blackanddecker.com
 

 

Black and Decker - Compact - Power To Go (5/07) 

  • Battery 700mAh, NiMH - Provides up to 1 hour of extended runtime
  • Charge time 10 to 17 hours
  • 2 1/4 x 4 1/2 x 1 in., 0.6 lbs.
  • Input 7.2 V DC, 2.5A; Output 115V AC 60Hz, 8W continuous
  • Three stage battery status indicator
  • CPI10B / $51

Black and Decker - 20W - Power To Go (5/07)

  • Battery 2Ah, NiMH -   Provides up to 4 hours of extended runtime
  • 3 1/4 x 5 3/4 x 1 in., 1 lbs.
  • Input 8.4 VDC, 5.0A; Output 115V AC 60Hz - 20W for 5 minutes, 16W continuous
  • CPI20XB / $69

Black and Decker - Laptop / 100W - Power To Go (5/07)

  • Battery 4Ah, NiMH -   Provides up to 9 hours of extended runtime
  • 3 5/8 x 6 3/4 x 1.5, in., 2 lbs.
  • Input 9.6 VDC, 15A; Output 115V AC 60Hz - 100W for 5 minutes, 80W continuous
  • USB 5V DC (350 mA) each x 2
  • Five stage battery status indicator
  • CPI100B / $99

Find the Black and Decker - Compact - Power To Go on Amazon.com
Find the Black and Decker - 20W - Power To Go on Amazon.com
Find the Black and Decker - Laptop - Power To Go on Amazon.com

Ritek / RIDATA S2000 Solar Powered Battery Charger  (1/07)  [on hold]

  • Advanced Media / Ritek USA
  • Photovoltaic solar-powered battery charger 
  • For mobile phones, MP3 players, Apple iPod, PDAs, GPS, 
        hand-held games (Sony PSP), USB and Bluetooth devices
  • 5V 500mA power bank, Built-in 3.7V, 900mA portable rechargeable lithium battery
  • Fully charge battery in three hours In direct sunlight
  • Also charges when connected to an AC/DC charger or car 12V cigarette lighter
  • Lightweight, durable, waterproof, Open 8.3 x 8.6"; closed 8.3" x 2.8", under 8 ounces
  • www.ritekusa.com

Ritek / RIDATA S1000 Solar Powered Battery Charger  (06)

  • Advanced Media / Ritek USA
  • 8.5 x 2.5 inch solar panel connected to two AAA batteries
  • charge the batteries directly, or pass power through USB port
         to devices like MP3 players
  • Output for AAA battery is 1.5V / 300mA, for USB is 5V / 200mA.
  • Typical charge times per battery: 2 to 3 hours in full sun, 
        4 to 6 on slightly overcast days

 

 

 

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Peripherals and Accessories Gallery - OLD

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    Keyboards and mice, CE for Kids, USB / data connections - Portable power


Npower Consumer Electronics Line for Kids

        Nickelodian / Memorex (Imation)

  • Designed for kids: Rugged, affordable, functional
  • Feature familiar Nick personalities: 
        SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, Go, Diego, Go!, The Naked Brothers Band
  • Launched September 2007, available at U.S. retailers in October
        More than 20 products: digital cameras and photo frames, MP3 and video players,
            alarm clock, LCD TV and DVD player
  • www.nick.com/npower
  • www.memorexelectronics.com/npower

* Npower - iCarly Micro MP3 Digital Music Player  (9/08)

  • 1 GB memory, stores up to 250 MP3 songs
  • Preloaded with sample of iCarly's new single, "Leave it All to Me"
  • MP3 and WMA formats: Drag and drop files, or use Windows Media Player to sync
  • USB rechargeable battery, 7 hours playback
  • Belt clip on rear
  • 1.5 x 1.7 x 0.6 in., 0.7 oz.
  • $29.99
  • Toys"R"Us - www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3179656

* Npower - SpongeBob SquarePants Eyeball Speaker Dock  (9/08)

  • Yellow sponge material, Top well cradles digital audio player
  • Eyeballs are removable speakers, 2 x 4 watts
  •             Switch to ROCK to wobble, rock and roll with music
  • Line in connect to MP3 player, Left/Right Speaker output, Headphone jack
  • AC power, 6.5 x 11 x 4 in. 2.2 lbs.
  • $39.99
  • Toys"R"Us (12/08) - www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3144396

* Npower - iCarly Travel Speaker Case  (9/08)

  • Zippered case protects digital audio player inside
  • Soft padded interior, zippered design, shoulder strap
  • Clear view window to watch videos
  • Two built-in 1.5 watt speakers, Dual headphone jacks, listen with friend
  • Line-in jack connects with most MP3 players
  • 4 AAA batteries, 4.0 x 5.9 x 1.8 in., 8 oz.
  • $29.99
  • Toys"R"Us - www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3144393

* Npower - SpongeBob SquarePants Digital Photo Viewer  (9/08)

  • Flip stand, cover with hallmark SpongeBob eye, clip to hang
  • 1.44" color display, 2 MB memory, store up to 59 photos
  • Automatic slide show, Clock
  • JPEG, BMP, GIF formats, 128 x 128
  • Requires built-in ImageViewer transfer software (Windows)
  • USB rechargeable lithium battery, 6 hours playback
  • 2.75 x 2 x 0.7 in., 1.0 oz.
  • $24.99
  • Toys"R"Us - www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3144400

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* Npower - Fission Digital Music Player - 1 GB  (10/07)

  • 1 GB internal flash memory (500 songs at 64 kbps = 32 hours playback)
  • SD / MMC card slot, window on side to view inserted card
  • Plays MP3, WMA (WM DRM9) -- Drag and drop or Windows Media Player
  • Mini USB connector, Rechargable battery
  • Music Mixer feature - Shake player to beat to play instument overlays (Boing, Foghorn, Marimba, Ukulele)
  • Equalizer, Voice recorder
  • 3.6 x 0.7 x 1.7 in.
  • SpongeBob SquarePants in silver graphite and white pearl,
        The Naked Brothers Band in blue pearl and pink pearl
  • $49.99
  • http://npower.memorexelectronics.com/html/product_detail.php?PID=20
 

Npower - Personal CD Player for preschoolers (10/07)


Npower - SpongeBob SquarePants Flash Micro Digital Camera (10/07)

Find the Npower SpongeBob Camera on Amazon.com

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