iRiver debuts iPod shuffle challenger

iRiver has debuted its new flash-based iPod shuffle alternative: the S7 is a screenless player "emphasizes style by taking advantage of its directional click interface from the Clix and S10: by asking the owner only to tap the borders of the front face for track navigation, freeing space for artwork that would normally be obscured by buttons, according to Electronista. The player offers support for "HD" audio and is one of the few to support SRS WOW HD for enhancing the audio field and is capable of playing a diverse number of formats, ranging from the more common MP3 and WMA standards to FM radio and OGG files. It is expected to launch on Tuesday in Korea for about $100, while shipments to other regions are expected to follow in the near future.

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