If nothing else, Creative’s Zen Neeon 2 is commendable for supporting a wide range of files, including MP3, WMA, WAV, AVI, and JPEG. Available in 1GB ($125.95), 2GB ($170.26), or 4GB ($195.58) capacities, this player features a 1.5-inch CSTN display, FM tuner, USB 2.0 connectivity, and an impressive 20 hour battery life (audio). It measures just 81 x 42 x 12.5 mm and weighs only 50g. No word yet on availability.

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For those who demand the ultimate in security, check out the “007 USB Flash Drive”. This device “not only keeps would-be data thieves from getting to the thumb drive, it also will physically lock the drive to an object, such as a desk, via the steel cable.” Pricing and availability have not yet been announced.

Combining the digital security of encryption with the decidedly analogue security of a bike lock, the 007 keeps your data doubly safe. If they somehow figure out that the code is your birthday, once they plug it into your computer they’ll need yet another password to access the data

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CNet reviews the 1GB Napster DMPJ-250C, which features a 1.7-inch TFT-LCD display, an integrated FM tuner, 5-preset EQ modes, and up to 35 hours of continuous playback (audio) Supported formats include, MP3, WMA, WAV, MPEG-4 , and JPEG. Here’s the bottom line:

The Napster DMPJ-250C (1GB) player, plus a one-year subscription to Napster To Go would make a good gift for any MP3 newbie, but steer clear of this deal if you don’t want to be locked into subscription music for 12 months

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