Sony Walkman E-Series gets update
Sony gave their entire USB Walkman E-Series line an update today, giving the PMPs a new look and a new model, to boot. The new model is actually an 8GB Walkman called the NW-E044 and it makes for the highest capacity in the line thus far.
The other models are the NW-E042 and the NW-E043, which have capacities of 2GB and 4GB, respectively. They now come with a Style-UP Panel, which is basically an interchangeable skin that gives your Walkman a personalized look. You can also buy extras, if you wish.
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Getting into the standard specs, all of the Walkman support multiple formats including MP3, ATRAC, AAC, WAV and WMA. They also have a 3-line color LCD display, playlist search, SonicStage V music management software, FM radio and a USB cable for charging and syncing with your computer. Unfortunately, these Walkman players don't support DRM music.
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Every model also comes with a pair of Sony EX earbuds which feature 13.5mm drivers. You can get your hands on these new Sony Walkman E-Series players on May 16th in Japan. Pricing is expected to be the equivalent of $81 for the 2GB, $102 for the 4GB and $132 for the 8GB model. It is likely that we will see these players stateside, but no release date has been announced yet.