Creative Technology Ltd. (NASDAQ: CREAF), a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products, today announced the new
ZENNeeon 2, a sleek MP3 player that lets users have their music, photos, video and FM radio at their fingertips. Slim and compact, the elegant ZEN Neeon 2 also allows fashionable MP3 users to express themselves by personalising their players through the application of a wide range of Creative Stik-Onskins that reflect their personalities, lifestyle and mood.
Measuring just 81mm x 42mm x 12.5mm and weighing only 50g, this miniature wonder packs in a full range of features that include either 4GB, 2GB or 1GB of storage capacities, built-in FM tuner, voice recorder, line in recording and a 1.5” colour display for users to view both photos and videos.
The ZEN Neeon 2, with an elegant black piano surface finish, comes in 5 unique brushed-metal backplate colours. Launching together with the player are new selections of Creative Stik-On skins, each set featuring 4 characters that represent different music genres. Each product comes with a free Creative Stik-On skin as well. These fun and funky Creative Stik-On skins allow users to embellish, personify and more importantly express themselves through their digital music players.
“Following the success of our very popular ZEN Neeon, we designed the ZEN Neeon 2
with the aim to offer users even more functions and customisability. Savvy users can
now carry all their music, photos and videos in one ultra lightweight player wherever
they go. Furthermore, trendy users can make bold fashion statements by mixing and
matching the 5 new beautiful brushed-metal backplate colours with the ever popular
Creative Stik-On skins. There is no limitation to how users can express themselves
through this versatile beauty.” said Leonard Yap, Associate Marketing Manager for Creative Labs ME.
Lightweight yet powerful, the ZEN Neeon 2 will be the ideal solution for consumers
seeking a music player that dares to be different.
Key Features of the Creative ZEN Neeon 2
•Slim & Compact – measures just 81mm x 42mm x 12.5mm,
•Weighs only 50g (with battery),
•1.5” colour display to view both photos and videos,
•Integrated FM radio,
•Built in microphone for voice recording,
•Up to 20 hours of continuous audio playback or up to 8 hours of continuous video
playback,
•Direct line-in recording, which enables users to record directly from other audio
sources such as CD/DVD players, turntables, and cassette tape players,
•Easy drag-and-drop of music files between PC and player,
•No additional software installation is needed, except for Windows 98SE users.
Drivers are included,
•5 unique brushed-metal backplate colours to cater to every mood.
Accessories Available
Creative Stik-On Skins
The Creative Stik-On skin is a fun way to let ZEN Neeon 2 users personalise their music
players to suit their diverse individual lifestyles and preferences. Four brand new sets of
Creative Stik-On skin designs will initially be available to all ZEN Neeon 2 users. Each
set contains 4 fun and funky animated characters that represent different music genres,
namely Hip-Hop, Punk Rock, J-Pop, and Classical.
Companion Speakers
ZEN Neeon 2 MP3 users can pair up their music players with the latest Creative
speakers to enjoy a superior audio experience. The latest pocket-sized Creative PoPz
speakers (available in 4 dazzling colours) would be a really fun way to pump up the
volume on the go. Without any use of batteries, the Creative PoPz speakers deliver
unbelievable pristine sound quality to suit a mobile lifestyle. Another excellent solution
would be the Creative I-Trigue 3800 2.1 speakers.
Earphones
The ergonomically-designed Creative ZEN Aurvana in-ear earphones that offer pristine
and transparent audio effects while blocking up to 90% of ambient noises would be an
ideal companion for ZEN Neeon 2 users. Alternatively, the Creative EP480 earphones
(available in 5 matching colours to ZEN Neeon 2) would also be a good companion for
high quality listening experience.
Software
The bundled Creative Media Explorer is a user friendly software suite that comes
complete with full audio ripping and organisational functionality, delivered via an easy
interface for users to find, play and manage their personal music collection.
Pricing and Availability
The Creative ZEN Neeon 2 will be available end of November 2006 at a suggested retail price of AED 389 for the 1GB model and AED 539 for the 2GB model (available in black,
silver, pink, blue and light orange colours for both models). The 4 GB model is available for AED 679 model in either black or silver colour will be available at a later date. The standard
package includes the ZEN Neeon 2 Music Player, High-Fidelity Earphones, USB 2.0
Cable, Line-In Cable, Pouch, Neck-Strap, Quick Start Guide, Installation CD, and one
decorative Creative Stik-On skin. Please check out asia.creative.com/zenneeon2 for
more product information.
Creative Stik-On Skins
Additional Creative Stik-On skins will be available at S$15.90 per pack. The brand new
attractive designs will give ZEN Neeon 2 owners plenty of reasons to match their
personalities and music preferences.
About Creative
Creative (NASDAQ: CREAF) is a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products
for PC users. Famous for its Sound Blaster® sound cards and for launching the
multimedia revolution, Creative is now driving digital entertainment on the PC platform
with products like its highly acclaimed ZENand MuVo® MP3 players. Creative's
innovative hardware, proprietary technology, applications and services leverage the
Internet, enabling consumers to experience high-quality digital entertainment -- anytime,
anywhere.
