Toshiba Gigabeat U202 Simplistic DAP Priced at $99

Toshiba America is making a comeback (or holding back) with the release of $99 GigaBeat U202 DAP. Its chassis, measuring at 3.02" x 1.43" x 0.45", is generally reminiscent of its predecessor with its plus-style pad dominating the front. The screen is replaced with a 1.1" OLED, and the built-in Li-ion battery boosts 20 hours battery life, rechargeable via USB in 2.4 hours. The only storage option is 2GB which has to hold pictures, MP3 and whatever you try to record from FM or audio-in source. The 1.48 oz. Gigabeat U202 actually reminds me of the Japan-exclusive U201 DAP powered by a 1-bit DAC except the the latter model is much more aesthetically appealing than its American sibling.

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