The new Samsung TP-Z5 does not look much like a Nano at first glance, but it comes in small silver and black models, 2GB and 4GB available, just like the Nano. It is also around the same size as the Nano. It has two main advantages over the Nano; firstly it has a 1.8in colour LCD screen in portrait orientation (compared to the Nano's 1.5in landscape display) and it has a 38 hour battery life (compared to the Nano's 14 hour battery life).
It supports playback of MP3 and WMA files (DRM protected WMA files are supported). It can display photos also as slideshows (JPEG). The player will be released in February according to company officials.
Sandisk Sansa e200
The Sandisk Sansa e200 is a bit more Nano-like. It is around the same size as the Nano also. It has a 1.8in colour LCD screen (compared to the Nano's 1.5in). It comes in three models, 2GB, 4GB, and 6GB. An SD card slot is also included for additional memory. Its distinctive, high-strength and lightweight back cover is made with an advanced Titanium alloy from Liquidmetal® Technologies that is stronger than steel and highly resistant to scratches and wear.
It supports playback of MP3 and WMA files (DRM protected WMA files are supported). It also supports Microsoft PlaysForSure which means users can load it with music from a subscription service. It can display photos in slideshows also and is advertised as having video playback capabilities, but I couldn't find more details on the video. It will be available in the U.S. and Europe and March according to the company.
Both products were shown at the Consumer Electronics Show.
Sources:
The Register
Samsung Press Release (Image Source)
Sandisk Press Release (Image Source)
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