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CES 2005: The Next Big Thing
Get the rundown on the new
Nike-Philips PSA line of sporty
MP3 players

January 10, 2005; 4:32 p.m.
Nike-Philips PSA Sport line
The product: The new batch of Nike-Philips PSA Sport MP3 players are looking pretty hot. Ranging from 256MB to 1GB, the water- and shock-resistant MP3/WMA players are even more stylish this time around and include extra features such as FM tuners and memory expansion slots. In addition, the models include a stopwatch and nifty, on-demand voice feedback on the progress of your workout. Other features include:
  • Memory expansion slot utilizes miniSD cards
  • All models include an armband
  • Stylish design with bright color accents and raised tactile buttons
The price: $199.99 PSA245 (1GB), $159 PSA235 (512MB), $129 PSA225 (256MB); all available in June 2005

The prospects: The new generation of Nike-Philips players looks fantastic. With a built-in radio, expansion slot, updated industrial design, and decent prices, the PSA series could turn out to be the choice for the MP3-loving athlete.

By James Kim, senior editor, CNET Reviews



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