Philips Electronics plans to release a new Windows Mobile Portable Media Center, the PMC7230. This new model provides entertainment freedom with the ability to download recorded TV shows from a VCR, DVDR or DVR.
The 30GB PMC7230 has the ability to play recorded TV, movies, music and digital photos. Users can access up to 15,000 audio tracks, five hours of video or 8,400 images downloaded from the PC or recorded from the TV. Or choose to purchase or rent the player’s content from a growing number of PlaysForSure services.
By simply setting the timer, the PMC7230 records selected TV shows in high-quality MPEG 4 format. The media player allows up to five hours of video playtime or music for up to 18 hours. The player has a 3.5-inch LCD screen.
The Portable Media Center synchronizes instantly with Windows XP.
Available in September, the Portable Media Center PMC7230 will have a suggested retail price of US$349.99
