Many athletes swear that they need external support; thankfully, most of them only get this support from music using MP3 players. The Hama “DMP 620 Sports” models are the right companion: lightweight, splash-proof, and in cool colours. The new 2 GB player’s rubberised case, available in red, blue, green, orange or yellow, defies wind and weather. Body-conscious users in particular will value the integrated stopwatch and calculator for the body mass index that many swear by. The inner workings of the lightweight “Sports” players (33 grams including rechargeable battery) also have a lot to offer.

With millions of tracks from major artists, independent labels as well as local hits, the Nokia Music Store offers people the chance to enjoy music directly on their Nokia device or personal computer. Part of the Ovi by Nokia offering, the Nokia Music Store, with its compelling combination of download and streaming services, empowers you to connect to music you want, in the way you want.

SanDisk Corporation, the second largest seller of MP3 players in the United States, today introduced the colorful Sansa Clip, a tiny MP3 player that boasts an array of cool features, as well as distinctively big sound for its small size. Perfect for the fitness buff or traveler, the compact SanDisk Sansa Clip comes with a fashionable clip for wearing, FM radio with recorder, microphone, long-lasting rechargeable battery and a bright screen for exceptionally easy navigation of tunes. The SanDisk Sansa Clip MP3 player is expected to be available this fall at manufacturer’s suggested retail prices of $39.99 for a 1 gigabyte (GB) player and $59.99 for the 2GB unit.

The crystal clear, powerful stereo sound of the Nokia Bluetooth Speakers MD-7W will keep you pumping up the volume on the go. Big sound is a promise these speakers can keep - 3D stereo widening sound and dynamic bass control equals a strong bass performance. The speakers are developed in cooperation with D & M Premium Sound Solutions and styled in the premium finish of Nokia Nseries.

Launching into the electronics accessories arena, ZAGG Inc utilizes its consumer electronics expertise to introduce the RockStic, a portable sound system designed for the Apple iPod and compatible with most digital media players. The stylish futuristic new speaker combines high sound quality with complete portability, providing consumers with a powerful combination of technology, practicality and edge, at an affordable price.

Logitech announced the Logitech Pure-Fi Dream Premium Bedroom Music System for the Apple iPod, establishing a new category of iPod speakers for the bedroom. With premium audio, an innovative application of motion- and light-sensing technology, a built-in digital AM/FM radio and a dual alarm with battery backup, the iPod Pure-Fi Dream speakers are perfect for any nightstand. “Pure-Fi Dream is our most thoughtful and sophisticated design for iPod users,” said Jef Holove, general manager and vice president of Logitech’s audio business unit. “Though people use their iPods in the bedroom more than anywhere else, until today, a high-quality, iPod bedroom speaker system did not exist.

Logitech announced the Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere Compact Speakers for the Apple iPod, optimizing portability and delivering big sound in a small size. Building on the success of the Logitech mm50 portable speakers, the company’s best-selling iPod speaker system, the Pure-Fi Anywhere speakers offer a rechargeable battery, now with a battery-life indicator; an improved traveling case; and a redesigned, advanced remote control with one-touch access to Shuffle and Repeat. The Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere speakers give Apple iPod owners what they want to complete the portable experience. The Logitech Pure-Fi Anywhere speakers are expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe beginning in September. The suggested retail price is $149.99.

Olympus announces the new Olympus WS-321M and Olympus WS-311M, the ultimate hybrids of Digital audio players, music players and portable storage devices. They are equipped to play both MP3 and WMA (Windows Media Audio) music files with rich tonality and record in Stereo for hours and hours. Requiring no USB cable, their slim, portable bodies are able to transport essential files directly to and from a computer just like a USB flash memory drive. A new, larger LCD rounds-out the total package with enhanced viewing and navigational ease. "Our WS-Series audio devices are ideal for work and play," said Andy Flagg, director, Sales and Marketing, Olympus Imaging America Inc.

Creative, a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products, introduced a brand new 16GB model of the popular Creative ZEN V Plus MP3 Player to music and video enthusiasts everywhere. With its 16GB memory capacity, the small and beautiful Creative ZEN V Plus can now store a massive 8,000 songs* and view even more video clips and photos. This incredibly tiny yet lightweight wonder offers up to 15 hours of continuous MP3 music and video playback in outstanding audio quality. It also features full-colour photo viewing capability and built-in FM radio. The Creative ZEN V Plus 16GB will be available exclusively from 8 August 2007 onwards at The Creative Stores at Marina Square, Plaza Singapura and International Business Park.

The super-smart, great value new Sony NWD-B100 Series Walkman MP3 Player makes it easy to connect with your precious music collection whenever and wherever you want. Weighing just 30g, the stylish NWD-B100 Series slips effortlessly into a pocket or bag. But despite its tiny size, it’s packed with clever technology that takes the stress out of managing your music files - even if you’re a committed technophobe.