What would you call a device that supports all the audio & video formats? (At least the ones that is in use) You call it Cowon Q5W, the entertainment device that supports almost all the audio-video file / compression formats known to man.

Cowon Q5W

Cowon devices have already been the favorite because of their huge list of features. Cowon Q5W maintains this legacy.

The following are the technical specifications of Q5W:

• Powered by AMD Alchemy AU1250 600MHz
128MB DDR2 RAM
• OS: Windows CE 5.0 Professional
• Dimension: 5.46 x 3.48 x 0.79 inch
• Display: 5” LCD touch screen with a max resolution of 800*480 and 500:1 contrast ratio.
Wi-Fi b/g Supported
• Bluetooth 2.0 enabled
Video formats supported : DivX , XviD, MPEG-4, WMV,OGM
Audio formats supported : Mp3, MP4, FLAC, Musepack, APE, OGG, WMA, AAC
• Supports S-Video Out.
• Built-in FM Radio/ voice recorder.
• USB2.0 connectivity.
• Built-in stereo speakers.
• Available with 40GB / 60GB HDDs.
• Battery Life: 13hrs for audio and 7hrs for video.

For detailed specs, please check out Cowon Q5W page.

According to Cowon America, the much awaited Cowon Q5W PMP (Portable Media Player) will be available from last week of November.

As usual, good things come with a price. Compared to other PMPs, this player may look expensive, but when you think about the supported formats and licensing fees, you will learn that this device is under priced.

Cowon Q5W is priced as $549.99 for 40GB version and $599 for 60GB version.




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