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ARCHOS Introduces the Gmini XS 100 with 1500-Song Capacity |
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Monday, 09 May 2005 |
(press release)
Perfect for Graduates this Spring, the Ultra Thin, 3-Gigabyte Gmini XS 100
Shuffles 1,500 Songs, Synchronizes with Windows Media Player 10 and is Offered
in Black, Pink, Blue and Silver
ARCHOS(R), Inc., a global consumer electronics manufacturer and leader in
portable digital entertainment solutions, introduced today the new Gmini(TM) XS
100 portable music player, with a range of colors, a significant 3-gigabyte hard
drive and support for the Microsoft(R) PlaysForSure(TM) program. The new ARCHOS
Gmini XS 100 is the perfect gift for high school and college graduates, as the
small form factor, four colorful options and entry-level price point make the
Gmini XS 100 more compact and affordable than competitive devices.
The ARCHOS Gmini XS 100 is the smallest player in the ARCHOS line-up of portable
audio and video products, measuring 3.6" x 1.7" x 0.5", and weighing only 2.8
ounces. The Gmini XS 100 also features a 1.5" gray-scale LCD screen and a host
of benefits for students and graduates this spring, including:
-- Multiple File Formats: Store and enjoy up to 1,500 songs in a range of
formats, including MP3, WMV, WMA and protected WMA music files;
-- Microsoft PlaysForSure Support: Purchase, download, subscribe or rent
protected music content from PlaysForSure-compatible digital music stores;
-- Windows Media(R) Player 10 Support: Automatic synchronization with Windows
Media Player 9 or 10 for fast transfer of music;
-- Colorful Casing: Select a Gmini XS 100 in Black, Pink, Blue or silver to
match your style;
-- Shuffle Playlists: Shuffle up to 1,500 songs or select a folder or playlist
for random playback;
-- Stereo Connection: Connect the Gmini XS 100 to the stereo and play music
around the house;
-- Easy Music Management: Use the ARCHOS ARCLibrary to sort music by artist,
genre, title and year, and rename, move, copy or delete files and make playlists
directly on the device;
-- Icon-Based Navigation: Simple menus and a 1.7" gray-scale LCD screen;
-- USB 2.0 Connection: Download content using a high-speed USB 2.0 connection;
-- File Storage: Use the Gmini XS 100 as a standard storage device, as it is
recognized as an additional drive when connected to the computer;
-- Optional Accessories: Use an optional carrying case that connects to the
belt, arm or slips around the neck, car chargers, and more.
"The Gmini XS 100 is an exciting new product from ARCHOS, and complements our
line of innovative portable video, audio and storage devices with something even
more fun and extremely functional," said Henri Crohas, ARCHOS chief executive
officer. "The Gmini XS 100 is the perfect MP3 player for teens and active people
who want to take their music -- whether recorded CDs, downloads or music
services -- with them wherever they go."
Access to Music Downloads and Services through Microsoft PlaysForSure
Consumers can fill their ARCHOS Gmini XS 100 with up to 1,500 songs from their
own CD collections or downloaded from the Internet. When available, the new
Gmini XS 100 will be included in the Windows Media PlaysForSure program, where
consumers can purchase tracks from several digital music stores, including MSN
Music, Musicmatch, MusicNow, Napster and Wal-Mart Music Downloads. Microsoft
PlaysForSure support ensures easy integration with Windows Media Player 10, the
ability to play protected Windows Media Audio files, and access to streaming and
downloadable content from PlaysForSure music services.
With the introduction of the Gmini XS 100, ARCHOS and Buy.com will launch and
extensive promotion featuring an ARCHOS store on the Buy.com Web site, online
and email advertising, and a free car charger/adapter ($29.95 MSRP) with the
purchase of a Gmini XS 100 from Buy.com.
Pricing and Availability
The ARCHOS Gmini XS 100 will be available at retail and online beginning in
June, 2005, and is priced at $179.95. The ARCHOS Gmini XS 100 comes standard
with stereo headphones, a protective carrying case, lanyard, USB 2.0 cable and
power adapter. Optional accessories include an audio cable for connecting to
home stereo systems, car adapter, additional protective carrying cases, and a
multi-standard power adapter for recharging the Gmini XS 100 while overseas.
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