The Sansa Connect un-tethers consumers from their PCs, allowing them to connect to music and online photos through any open wireless 'hot spot Internet connection, the company says.
 
Expected on local retail shelves in the second quarter of this year, the Sansa Connect will boast Internet capabilities designed to keep music aficionados connected to a wide range of new music via subscription services and streaming Internet radio with no PC required, SanDisk adds.

Designed to work with premium Internet services, the flash-based MP3 player will also contain community features for recommending music and photos with the simple click of a button and a 'live Wi-Fi connection, the company continues.
 
The Sansa Connect is a music experience focused on convenience, instant gratification and social connections, says Eric Bone, product marketing director for SanDisks audio and video line. It is about accessing music of your choice wherever you are.