Nikon Corporation has announced the Media Port UP300x multimedia playback headset that features display, headphones, audio/video player, Wi-Fi Internet connectivity, built-in memory, and the power source all-in-one. The Media Port UP will be available initially in Japan, but it can be exported to other regions.
Major Functions Include:
- The compact, all-in-one unit provides video and music enjoyment anywhere, hands-free
- Media Port UP offers the same experience as viewing a 50-inch screen from a three meter distance
- The system boasts a compact, lightweight display that provides a high-quality image from the use of a new adhesion double-layer diffractive optical element (DOE) lens
- The UP300x includes an integrated motion sensor that enables hands-free operation, such as volume control, file selection, playback, pause, etc. via head movement
- 8GB of internal memory is provided (a lower-end model is also available with 4GB)
- The system is designed with a high eyepoint and diopter adjustment that allows easy use for anyone, even those who wear glasses
- Wi-Fi connectivity allows for web browsing as well as media content downloading through the unit
- A content distribution service for the system will also be available soon for convenient download and enjoyment of desired movies and music
- Windows Media content is fully supported
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Wifi option is a great feature. Looks promising.
November 1st, 2008 at 12:17 am
The UP300x can hold MPEG-2 data of up to 160 minutes in length or WMV9 data of up to 500 minutes in length (MPEG-2 files recorded at 6.5Mb/s, WMV files recorded at 2Mb/s).
November 3rd, 2008 at 3:06 pm