Slaker portable player-Its new and attractive!

The Slacker is a new portable music player that was originally slated to be released in the summer of 2007 but has been delayed until December. The Slacker is a portable internet radio player that the company claims will rival the iPod. While many players have made this claim (see Microsoft Zune), the Slacker takes a new approach by trying to change the game. Instead of downloading, a song is streamed directly to this player from a choice of around 100 customizable Internet radio stations. The listener decides, on a song-by-song basis, whether or not they “Love It” or to “Ban It”. These choices help determine what future songs will be streamed to you.

The fundamental concept driving this player is simplicity. With the Slacker, there isn’t any software requirements for synching or a connection to a computer at all for that matter. Content is delivered over the Slacker’s WiFi connection designed to pick up on nearby wireless networks or connect via satellite with an optional kit. It features a large 4″ color LCD screen for displaying album art, artist information and visualizations as you listen. Control of the player is done by pressing buttons mounted on the side of the player, as it does not have a touch screen.