Sony is set to release an update to its popular mini MP3 player, the B series, in September. The 3-line LCD NWZ-B130F will feature a very small yet durable form factor and be available in either one (in black or red) or two (black, red, pink, blue) gigabyte configurations. It plays MP3 and WMA (no ATRAC capability). Usual specs include the rapid recharge (3 minutes charge for 90 minutes playback), bass boost, PlayForSure compatibility, full “Drag and Drop” music management and FM tuner. Interestingly enough this device can do voice and FM recording, too.

This device recieves a thumbs-up from Sony Insider as its price point will be below the iPod Shuffle in most markets and it can plug straight into any audio device that has a USB port for playback and recording capabilities (can record in either 96/128/192kbps MP3). The full drag and drop functionality is great; who wants to use complicated music management software when your using a small capacity player? No thanks.