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iSlsk is a Soulseek P2P client that enables jailbroken iPhone or iPod Touch owners to download MP3 songs directly from their own devices. To do so, just connect to the Soulseek network with the iSlsk application and start importing your favorite music via your wifi connection. The application lets you manage your downloads and allows more than one song to be downloaded  at the same time. Mind you, there’s one glitch that hopefully will be fixed, if you sync your device with the iTunes library, your iSlsk songs will be erased, but it’s still worth a try. To install the application, just goto the Installer.App and find the iSlsk in the BigBoss repo at the Community Sources package. Checkout the video after the break.

[via lifehacker]

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I really like the new CD-T300 Pro, it has a unique illuminated “out of space” design and aluminum alloy body that turns it into a 2 ton heavy thing, well to be more accurate it weights “only” 24lbs, but you got the message - very heavy. The CD player is equipped with two remote controls, gold plated tube legs, and four amplification valves, but the most juicy piece of info is the $12,000 price tag, which makes the T300 unaffordable for most of us, so I guess I’d stay with the ipod after all.

[via slashgear]

If you’re a DJ or someone who wants to mix, scratch, pitch shift, beat match, crossfade, and even add special effects, all wirelessly, you can do it with the new Hercules Mobile DJ MP3 Controller that enables mixing and organizing stored computer tracks via wireless networks. This up-to-date DJ device is equipped with 2 jog wheels (emulating 2 CD/vinyl decks), 2 deck controller, 1 cross fader, 2 volume & pitch sliders, 25 control buttons and 2 backlit LCD screens that display artist, track name, BPM, elapsed time, or track length. In addition, it has “AutoMix” function that can automatically create the mix, as you seat on the couch, controlling the action with the on-board wireless USB. The Mobile DJ Controller supports MP3 and WMA formats, to seamlessly synchronize with your PC or laptop, so you can draw a nice party to your friends wherever you are. To get this cool DJ equipment, you can visit J&R stores and snack one for merely $99.

[Hercules via engadget]

For some people, it’s hard to forget old music formats like cassettes and records, so they keep them somewhere at the attic and take a peek once a year. Now they can actually have them, for a daily use, with the new cassette player, features an MP3 player built into a standard cassette tape that can be used as a standalone old-school music player or with any in-car radio cassette device. In addition, and as part of the new technology updates, this DAP is equipped with an SD/MMC card slot (up to 2GB), so you play your favorite music wherever you are. Further more, it has 7 buttons interface, a 3.5mm earphone jack and USB 2.0 port. Dimension are 2.5″ x 4″ x .45″ and the price stands on $39.99 (without an SD card).

[via techdigest]

SanDisk plans to launch Sansa Sessions, a new initiative to distribute music and movies on microSD cards. Their first steps will probably take place with the purchase of a new 8GB Sansa Fuze player, as SanDisk intend to give the buyers a free microSD card, loaded with 55 DRM-free tracks from more than 50 new artists, including All Time Low, Ladytron, Magnet, Nada Surf, Of Montreal and The Coup. The cause is twofold, first reason is to attract music junkies to buy the new Fuze and second, is for promotional sake. In any case, we get 512MB microSD card, free of charge, and novice artists earn free exposure.

[ via engadget]

Mpio unveils the new MG200 mp3 player with a 1.5-inch OLED display and a Black or White sleek design. The MG200 is compatible with almost any current available format and might be a cheaper solution, as its price stands on less than $100. The player comes with 3 different Nand Flash storage sizes (1GB/2GB/4GB) and sports multi-language support.

specifications:

• Display: 1.5″ OLED screen, 65,000 colors (128 × 128).
• Storage Size: 1GB, 2GB or 4GB.
• Audio: MP3, WMA, MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer 3.
• Video: MTV, WMV, AVI, MPEG1, MPEG2.
• Pictures: JPEG, BMP, GIF.
• Features: SD card slot, USB 2.0, multi-lingual interface.
• Size: 39.1 × 10.8 x 85.6mm, 42gm.

[via akihabaranews]

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Korean company, Minigigi, launches the U-Player, a USB stick mp3 player with double-color OLED, 3D sound, USB2.0 and 7 EQ. The player features voice recording, FM tuner and 1GB ($36) or 2GB ($47) storage size. Looks like one of those innocuous products.

[via Aving]

Transcend announces a new series of T.Sonic mp3 players with colorful flavors and a skinny design. The first line of players is the T.Sonic 320, with 2GB and 4GB storage size, and the second line is the upgraded version of the T.Sonic 650, offering 8GB storage size. Check out the specs:

T.Sonic 320

• Display: a small OLED screen.
• Storage size: 2GB or 4GB.
• Audio: MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM, WAV.
• Features: FM tuner, microphone, 7 EQ.
• Battery Life: 15 hours.
• Dimensions: 85.5 x 25.5 x 13 mm, 29gm.
• Price: $63 and $86 respectively.

[via Aving]

More about the T.Sonic 650 after the break.

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The likeable Filipino, Renaldo Lapuz, who bravely excited the judges on 7th season auditions for American Idol, hits iTunes store with his entertaining moments in the show. Thus, the most rejected contender fulfills Simon’s prediction, stating Renaldo’s song will be a hit. The 83MB video, titled “We’re Brothers Forever“, is available, free of charge. Enjoy the music !

[via pmptoday]

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It’s super Tuesday, and Apple has a new announcement to make. This time the company slashes the iPod Shuffle 1GB price to merely 49$ and introducing a new 2GB model for 69$. No other changes concerning specs or colors. The new Shuffle 2GB will be available at the end of this month.

[via Apple]

I guess it was just a matter of time for iPhone bands to start showing up, playing their own repertoire with their handset, now that the Cupertino phone received virtual piano and guitar applications. One of those bands is the iBand, presenting very impressive abilities, combined from 2 iPhone devices and 1 Nintendo DS. Check out the video:

[via gizmodo]

Coby aims the touch market, as the company unveils the new MP-835 PMP with a slick design and a 3-inch touchscreen. The new player already received FCC certifications, so you might find it on US retailers very soon. With a smooth look and the right features, it might be a cheaper alternative to other touchscreen players available on the market. Check out the specs:

specifications:

• Display: 3″ TFT LCD (480 × 272).
• Storage Size: 2GB or 4GB.
• Audio: MP3, WMA, OGG.
• Video: WMV, AVI.
• Pictures: JJPG, BMP, GIF and TXT.
• Features: microSD slot, FM radio tuner, USB 2.0, multi-lingual interface.
• Size: 52 × 97 x 10mm.
• Price: Not Available

[via gmp3]

I like the idea of a virtual orchestra inside the iPhone, allowing you to demonstrate your musical skills in front of the inebriate guests of the local bar. First, it was the virtual guitar, now it’s the virtual piano and i hope we’ll get the trumpet, next. With iAno, you can start practicing your fingers all the way up to the stages of Carnegie Hall, as a pianist. To do so, you will need a jailbroken iphone/ipod touch and some talent. Looks groovy.

RIM has just released a wireless stereo transmitter, for music home streaming, from your BlackBerry device. To do so, connect your phone, via Bluetooth, to the base and connect your speakers into the 3.5mm jack, to start streaming stereo music with the A2DP configuration. The unit is available for $80 and it seems the remote gateway can stream music to other Bluetooth devices like headphones or mini-stereo systems with Bluetooth support. I wonder if RIM is trying to get a foothold in the multimedia and home entertainment categories, lets wait and see.

[via engadget]

Toshiba announces an update release for its Gigabeat lineup, including the Gigabeat V81, T802, U407 and U408 players.

Gigabeat V81 (Replacing the V41 model)

• Display: 3.5″ LCD TFT screen (320×240).
• TV Tuner: 1Seg (Japanese digital signal).
• Storage: 8GB.
• Audio: WMA , Lossless, MP3, WAV.
• Video: AVI, WMV.
• Pictures: JPEG.
• Features: portable digital TV, USB 2.0, SD slot.
• Battery: audio - 40 hours, video - 13 hours, broadcasting - 10 hours.
• Size: 115 x 75 x 14.2 mm 168gm
• Price: $330. Available in Japan from this month.

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