Toshiba has announced new models in its Gigabeat series of hard disk-based MP3 players, including the new F models that come in sizes up to 60GB with a 2.2-inch color LCD screen. These players use 1.8-inch hard drives, as well, so we are definitely talking iPod-sized devices. It's a shame that Toshiba doesn't really promote the Gigabeat here, as I'd expect they'd sell like hotcakes, or perhaps sell like 60GB hard disk-players with huge color screens.

Battery life is projected at 11 hours, and Toshiba also offers an optional wireless link that lets you connect to a Gigabeat in its cradle over Wi-Fi from multiple computers.

Press Release, Specs [Toshiba]

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