Multi-functional MP3 player

Multi-functional MP3 player

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Multi-functional MP3 player

The term MP3 player is rapidly becoming something of a misnomer when many such devices offer so much more functionality.

Take the Cowon iAudio D1, which supports all major audio formats, displays video, image and text files on its 1.3in colour screen, has a built-in microphone for voice notes, and lets you tune into and record from DAB radio. It also acts like a portable hard drive to which you can simply drag and drop files from your PC or Mac. All that from a player that measures just 76 X 36 x 19mm and weighs only 60g.

Providing 4GB of memory and a 30-hour battery life, and bundled with jetAudio software, the iAudio D1 is priced at a very reasonable £154.99 and goes on sale in January through Advanced MP3 Players.