Dell introduced its Digital Jukebox (Dell DJ) music player and announced details of a partnership with Musicmatch to provide an easy, legal way for consumers to download songs and albums. Both the Dell DJ and Dell Jukebox powered by Musicmatch software will be available through the Dell Music Store starting Tuesday, Oct. 28.
The 7.6-ounce Dell DJ comes with a choice of 15GB or 20GB capacities ($249 and $329, respectively) and features Hitachi's Travelstar hard drive. A built-in rechargeable lithium-polymer battery provides up to 16 hours of continuous music playback.
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The included USB 2.0 cable connects the device to desktop or notebook computers and can charge the battery in lieu of the standard slim-line AC adapter. A 2-inch backlit LCD display serves up file information while users browse with a front-mounted scroll barrel.
In addition to high-fidelity playback of MP3 and WMA files, the Dell DJ serves as a digital voice recorder or a way to back up data. Each unit is backed by Dell's toll-free technical support and a one-year Advanced Exchange Service.
The Dell Music Store also features Dell Jukebox software powered by Musicmatch that provides a simple graphical interface between the computer and Dell DJ and access to Musicmatch Downloads. This no-subscription service allows users to download their choice of more than 250,000 songs for 99 cents each and most albums for $9.99. Musicmatch plans to offer more than 500,000 tracks by the end of the year. S
10/28/03 www.daytrum.com Editorial Staff