Dell Computer announced <A HREF="http://www.eetimes.com/sys/news/OEG20031027S0010">the Dell Digital Jukebox</A>, a portable MP3 player and tapped Hitachi Global Storage Technologies for its 1.8-inch hard disk drive. According to the EE Times, The Dell DJ plays MP3 or Windows Media Audio files and handles digital voice recording, and data backup. The 7.6-ounce unit features a USB 2.0 interface and built-in rechargeable lithium-polymer battery for up to 16 hours of continuous music playback.