LG Electronics, Korea has successfully developed three types of next generation MP3 players and will introduce them to the international markets this months, says a press release.

The new products support USB (universal serial bus) connection for easy download of MP3 files from PCs and can use both a conventional memory card, MMC (multi media card) and an SD card as well, as a built-in memory card.

In particular, the MF-PE500 model can convert conventional audio CD and other music sources into MP3 files without a PC connection. It can convert a variety of audio sources into MP3 files. New file formats such as WMA (windows media audio) offer a much better sound quality than CDs and have about a 30% better compression rate than MP3 files so that more data can be stored in infinite memory.

The MF-PD355 model comes with a blue backlighting LCD, displaying title and artist’s name and has a continuous playtime of 10 hours with a built-in recording function. To ensure user convenience, it also comes with a jog-di al.

The MF-PD355 model has a compact size for carrying, and can operate ‘skip to previous/next song’, repetitive playback, random playback, and ‘bookmark’ easily. Its enhanced X-live sound system delivers high quality ‘surround’ sound.

Since developing the world’s first cassette/MP3 player in April 1988, LGE has been pioneering the market by continuously developing cutting-edge MP3/dual mode products.

Abans, the local agents, have always endeavoured to provide their customers with the latest technology and the best selected products from the world’s trusted brands. Abans also offer their customers a guarantee of quality, backed by an islandwide after sales service that is quick, efficient and reliable. Abans predict that the new MP3 players from LG will be an instant hit in Sri Lanka.