This is a piece of news for our European readers… Sony is going to release a new range of MP3 players with a capacity between 512MB and 2GB. The devices support MP3, WMA and ATRAC3 and here are the detailed specs:

Ultra slim and compact body – measures just approx 79mm and weighs approx 25g
Rechargeable battery with stamina of 28 hours during continuous playback in ATRAC @ 132kbps at Super power save mode
Quick-charge feature: 3 hours battery life in just 3 minutes charging during continuous playback in ATRAC @ 132kbps at Super power save mode
Direct USB with high speed transfer
5-band Equalizer
Bright and clear 1 line dot matrix organic LED
ATRAC, MP3 and WMA (non DRM) compatible
FM Tuner with MHz range from 87.5 – 108.0 (optional on 1GB and 512MB players)
Attractive range of casing colours (pink, violet, blue, silver, black and lime green)