The new Walkman offers high-speed transfer capability via the direct USB plug and with Sony's ATRAC compression technology, the player offers a maximum storage of up to 90 CDs for the 2 GB model, 45 CDs for the 1 GB and 22 CDs for the 512 MB at 48kbps. With the 1 GB and 512 MB players, an FM Tuner is also optionally available. The new Sony Walkman models feature the quick-charge functionality that gives three hours of battery life in three minutes.
The Sony Walkman is compatible with most commonly used digital music formats like MP3, ATRAC and unsecured WMA files. Each player comes with the latest SonicStage 3.4 software version for easy music management and transfer of music. The new Walkman comes in pink, blue, silver, violet, black, and lime green and has a new range of accessories.
