[sclug] [OT] embedded Z80 S1 MP3 and MP4 devices

[Alex Butcher]

On Sun, 15 Apr 2007, Graham wrote:

> I still haven't committed to destroying an MP3 player
> by overwriting its firmware, and I cant really think
> of a decent application for it (but I only have the
> MP3 player, not the video screen device), but it is
> interesting to look at the docs.

Someone I know just bought one of these for use in its intended role and I'm
not allowed anywhere near since I told her it was hackable! :-/

She bought
<http://www.tecno.co.uk/Store/s48370/0/MP3-Players/SUMVISION/4GB-MP3-Player-%2b-Radio/details.aspx?&IsSearch=y&pageindex=1&comp=n>.
A 4GB flash player for under 37GBP all in is a pretty good deal in my book,
and she seems happy enough with the UI.

Best Regards,
Alex.
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