Audio Player Features 128 MB Memory

Intel Corporation today introduced a portable digital audio player that provides up to four hours of music programming and more than 20 hours of spoken-word audio. The new product is equipped with 128 MB of memory for storing digital audio in MP3 and Windows* Media Audio (WMA) formats.

The Intel® Pocket Concert™ Audio Player can be used with the optional Intel® Audio Accessory Kit that includes a home stereo dock and car audio adapter so consumers have more ways to access, use and enjoy their music.

"The Intel Pocket Concert Audio Player is designed to deliver longer playing times, better sound quality and the ability to enjoy music in a more versatile format now and in the future," said Don Whiteside, general manager of the Intel Connected Products Division. "Bringing Intel technology to the emerging portable digital audio market will provide consumers with trusted brand option and an enhanced audio experience."

The Intel Pocket Concert Audio Player is the latest example in the company's effort to extend the value of the home PC and the Internet by creating a broad range of exciting new products. In addition to the audio player, Intel manufactures PC cameras, the Intel® Play™ line of PC-enhanced toys, the Intel® Wireless Series family of PC peripherals and the Intel AnyPoint™ Home Network.

Intel Pocket Concert Audio Player Key Features
Housed in a durable, brushed aluminum case with blue-accented frame and weighing less than four ounces, the Intel Pocket Concert Audio Player is small enough to fit inside a shirt pocket. Because there are no moving parts, the audio player performs well even when the user is on the move. The audio player is powered by two AAA batteries, which deliver about 10 hours of continuous playback.

Memory: The audio player has 128 MB of on-board Intel® StrataFlash™ memory and plays up to four hours of music and more than 20 hours of spoken-word audio. Intel StrataFlash requires less power to operate and helps conserve battery life. StrataFlash also allows twice the memory support in less space, reducing overall system costs.
Big Sound Quality: An amplifier with 11mW power provides clear, loud sound at a very low noise and distortion rating of 0.04 percent THD+N @ 1 kHz. This power output quality is similar to popular consumer stereos. The player also comes with behind-the-neck headphones featuring neodymium drivers to help deliver higher-quality sound.
Programmable for Today and Tomorrow: At launch, the Intel Pocket Concert Audio Player will support MP3 and WMA music formats. The player's firmware is re-programmable, permitting compatibility with future music file formats and music purchased over the Internet.
Universal Serial Bus (USB): The player features a USB connection for fast transfer rates and quick connectivity and setup to the PC.
FM Radio: The Intel Pocket Concert Audio Player also incorporates a FM radio capable of storing up to 10 preset stations for versatile music enjoyment.
Design: The player features a sleek shape, durable brushed aluminum body and ABS chassis. Easy-to-use buttons and scroll wheel help operate the player. The user can also set 17 levels of bass and treble equalization for customized sound.

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