The Walkman became an iconic brand representing portable music after its introduction in 1979. But when MP3 files replaced cassettes and CDs in portable players, Apple seized market dominance with its iPod line. Apple widened its lead by drawing from the iPhone line, getting big touch screens and access to thousands of apps.
The Android-powered Walkman is a natural direct competitor. Not only can it play music, but like the iPod Touch, it can play games and surf the Web. It doesn't have a camera, though.
Sony wouldn't detail the processor or battery life, but the company did share some specifications. The prototype has a large 4.3-inch screen with a resolution of 800x640 pixels and non-reflective LCD technology that improves image quality by removing the air gap between the LCD and the outer screen. And the company didn't skimp on processing horsepower, though it wouldn't detail what chip is within.
And it'll connect to other devices, including Bluetooth headphones and TVs equipped with DLNA wireless network technology or an HDMI port. Videos can be "thrown" onto DLNA devices by pointing the Walkman at it then flicking the video's icon toward the TV.
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