In the process they've also increased the storage capacity offering 4GB and 8GB options. Lastly, Cowon has changed the 1.3" screen from OLED technology to a more traditional LCD screen while retaining the same resolution of 160x180. The comparatively higher resolution is used for clearer depiction of your photos and videos.
Controlling the iAudio is done through their Swing Touch interface which uses a touch sensitive stripe that you swish your thumb across for scrolling action. File format support is broad, on the audio side there is the standard support for mp3 and WMA, along with more fringe formats such as OGG and FLAC. All major image formats are supported. On the video end, only Xvid is supported, and Cowon includes conversion software inside the box.
Cowon is claiming that the built-in lithium-polymer batter provides up to 60 hours of playback. The maximum battery life is achieved through pure audio playback, video playback takes more energy and thus reduces the amount of battery time. The battery is also rechargeable directly through a computer's USB port.
The iAudio 7 is launching in South Korea first and is expected to be released in North America sometime in 2007.
4GB model is available for $182.
8GB model is available for $242
