Transcend Japan has unveiled a new MP4 player, the MP860. This one features a 2.4-inch display (240 x 320px), 4/8GB, microSD/SDHC expansion slot, FM radio and voice recorder. The device supports MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC, WMA-DRM10, WAV audio formats as well as MP4, FLV video formats.

Prices are $90 and $110, respectively.

iLuv has announced the immediate availability of its new line of accessories for the iPhone 3GS. The accessories include:

* iCC77: Flexi Clear Thermoplastic Polyurethane Case
* iCC781: Windshield Mount Kit with Power Combo Pack
* iCC705 Graphic Silicone Case
* iCC79: Hard Case with Stand
* iCC74: Clear Crystal Hard Case
* iCC75: Holster with Stand and Cover
* iCC76: Holster with Stand
* iCC212: Armband

These iPhone 3GS accessories range from $14.99 to $34.99 MSRP. All products are available at www.i-luv.com.

Finally, Apple has announced the launch of a next-gen version of the iPhone at its WWDC event - the iPhone 3G S - although Apple will still offer the iPhone 3G alongside the new model.

As with the upgrade from the iPhone to the iPhone 3G, Apple is focusing heavily on speed improvements, claiming the new hardware will be around twice as fast as the current model, as well as seeing a storage boost up to 32GB.

Announced by Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of worldwide product marketing, the iPhone 3G S is basically the same phone but with a faster processor - and offers 7.2Mbps HSDPA, although it should be noted this will be where the coverage is available.

In addition, the new iPhone will offer an improved, although only slightly, 3-megapixel camera.

Calling it "the fastest, most powerful iPhone yet", as well as a boost in megapixel count, the phone's camera will offer autofocus abilities to be activated through tapping on the iPhone's screen.

In addition, video has been introduced with VGA-quality, 30fps capture, complete with audio as well as auto white balance and auto exposure functionality.

Borrowing from the iPod shuffle, the iPhone 3G S will offer voice control that will see users speak commands to the handset, such as making calls and playing iTunes tracks.

The new handset will launch in the States, as well as in the UK, on 19 June for $199 for the 16GB version and $299 for the 32GB version.

Maxell has announced its new HP-CN22 earphones to be released next month in Japan. The earphones come bundled with four different sized earpieces and a 0.7m extension cord.

Specifications:
► Frequency response: 20Hz ~ 22kHz
► Nominal impedance: 16Ω
► Sensitivity: 90dB/mW
► Power handling: 50mW

The UX-LP5 is the latest hifi system from Victor (JVC Japan). Launched today in Japan, the UX-LP5 features an ipod dock with Video-out hidden in the front panel compatible with most iPods, CD player, 30W x2ch amplifier, USB port and MP3/WMA audio playback.

Release price in Japan is about $295.

Belkin has introduced its new Micra and Fuse Cases for the fourth-generation iPod nano.

The Micra Glam case offers a shiny, sparkling finish by embedding glass beads inside the clear case, while the Micra Dusk case offers a smoky charcoal tint, subtly changing the color of the nano inside, and the Micra Chex case adds a white checkerboard pattern to the device. Every Micra case is made from polycarbonate, includes a ClearScreen Overlay screen protector, offers open access to all ports and controls, and sells for $20, or $25 for a 2-Pack.

The Fuse Case blends a matte black polycarbonate bottom with a colorful, glossy polycarbonate top piece, adding a paint drip design on the back reminiscent of Apple’s nanochromatic advertisements. Available in pink/black, yellow/black, red/black, clear/black, purple/black, and blue/black, the Fuse Case sells for $25.

Belkin’s new Fuse and Micra Cases for iPod nano 4G are available now.

Fashionable and functional Memorex's miniMove portable boombox for iPod lets you listen to and share your music in style. It plays and charges your iPod devices with docking compatibility and includes a digital FM radio with wireless remote. The integrated handle makes toting your tunes trouble-free. The miniMove has the option of using AC/DC power operation or "AA" batteries when you are on the go. Now you can carry all your music with designer flair in pink, teal, silver and black colors.

This speaker dock can be spotted in major electronics retail outlets or from Memorex's website, at a retail price of $49.99.

The Pocket Retro Game Emulator looks a bit like the GameBoy Micro but that's where the similarities end. Load on NES, SNES, GBA, Sega Genesis, or Neo Geo roms and play your old favorites in the palm of your hand. With 4GB of built-in storage and a mini SD slot for expansion you can bring every single game from the best classic consoles with you. Of course in typical all encompassing gadget style you can also play movie files, audio files, use the built-in FM radio, view jpg images, read E-books, do voice recording etc...

The Pocket Retro Game Emulator is available at ThinkGeek for $100.

Dutch giant Philips has provided details on the price and release date of its recently unveiled GoGear Opus (SA054) personal media player.

The new PMP sports a 2.8in screen, FM radio, Bluetooth A2DP wireless audio and its big selling point, support for the Beeb's iPlayer service so users can watch on-demand on the move.

The originally slated April launch was bumped to this month, when the 8GB and 16GB models will go on sale for £100 and £130 respectively.

Due for release early next month, the 4104 (4GB) and 4108 (8GB) are the new MP5 players from Energy Sistem. Here is the list of their specifications:

* HDP: Hi-Res 2.4" TFT LCD screen.
* M-EX technology allows memory extension with Micro-SDHC cards (up to 32GB).
* Plays AVI(DivX,XviD) / FLV / RM / RMVB videos. Includes ENERGY MOVIER software for Internet videos downloading, compatible with Youtube, Google Video, Dailymotion and Metacafe.
* Plays MP3 / WMA / WAV music.
* Shows JPG / BMP pictures.
* e-Book (TXT) reader with configurable bookmarks.
* Integrated FM radio with presets and recording.
* Digital voice recorder with built-in microphone.
* Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery.
* Shows ID3 Tag (title, artist) and LRC (lyrics) informations.
* 8 equalization modes: Normal, Rock, Pop, Classic, Bass, Jazz, Custom and compatible with Microsoft PlayFX.