Sony MP3 Player NW-A1200

Sony will be taking on the iPod Nano this Christmas with the Sony MP3 Player NW-A1200.

It has a 8GBN hard driveand should be priced just over the £100 mark.

It'll be available in pink and violet so we know its not going to be targeted at the male market.

This is the feature list from Sony.


8GB Hard Disk Drive
Store up to 5,300 of your favorite songs1. In addition to audio that can be transferred to the NW-A1200, it is also possible to store data files.

Supports Multiple Audio Formats
For customers who already have extensive MP3 music libraries, the included software and hardware allows them to store and play back their collection. This device also supports playback of WMA and AAC files that were ripped from a customers existing CDs (note: does not support secure music files purchased from sites other than Connect). For the customer who is just getting into digital music and downloading, Sony's ATRAC® format provides higher sound quality with smaller files than many competing formats. This enables the user to store more music and have longer listening times. Compatible with commonly used digital music formats including MP3, ATRAC®, ATRAC3plus™, WMA and AAC.

Intelligent Shuffle and Easy Search
Now you can take control over your shuffle. Introducing My Favorite Shuffle which allows you to shuffle play among your favorite songs and artists, or shuffle songs from randomly selected years with the new Time Machine Shuffle feature. Searching for an artist or song just got easier; quickly browse your library using the first initial function.

Artist Link
Easily access similar artists, songs and albums located within your music library with the touch of a button.

Hours of Continuous Playback
Enjoy up to 20 hours of continuous playback with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

Direct Battery Charge via USB or Supplied Adapter
Charge the NW-A1200 Walkman with the supplied AC adaptor or USB cable. For a quick charge, plug in the AC adapter and the unit will be charged to 80% capacity in 1 hour.

Skip-Free G-Protection™
TechnologyBuilt to provide quick recovery from both horizontal and vertical shock.

G-Sensor™ Shock Protection for Impact Protection
The innovative G-Sensor™ system automatically and instantly reacts to changes in gravity and velocity by releasing the recording head. this protects the hard disk surface, preventing crashes and loss of data, ultimately improving long term reliability.

Organic Electroluminescence Display
A unique 1.5" screen offers a crisp, clear view of player functions and data while creating the illusion of a "floating" display that takes up the entire surface of the device.

Connect™ Music Store Compatible
The Connect™ Music Store provides an easy method for downloading personal music. Access thousands of songs from old favorites to the latest cuts.

SonicStage® Music Management Software Supplied
Manage your music, create playlists, burn CDs, import digital files and easily transfer music to your Walkman® MP3 player.

Compatible with USB 2.0
Easily transfer your music mixes to the NW-A1200 at high speed via the USB 2.0 port.
Transfer Downloaded Music and CD RecordingsBetween your CDs and your PC, you can create your own music mixes for on-the-go enjoyment.

Ergonomic Design
Control design and screen orientation accommodates both left and right-handed users for maximum flexibility.

SonicStage® Music Management Software Supplied
Manage your music, create playlists, burn CDs, import digital files and easily transfer music to their Walkman® MP3 players.

Multi-Language Display
Allows you to choose from 9 different languages including: English, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean and Chinese (traditional/simplified).
6-Band Equalizer