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Today, Creative announced a new PMP that is already available for pre-order and is set to be on display at the IFA 2009 event.  Available in 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB models, the Zen X-Fi2 is able to store any sized media library, especially considering memory can be expanded via microSD cards. 

In addition, the device boasts a 3-inch TFT LCD touch screen, FLAC support, TV-Out, and superior audio quality using X-Fi technology.  X-Fi technology is used in order to boost sound quality, an achievement Creative loves to claim.  In fact, the X-Fi2 is set to succeed their old PMP, the Creative Zen X-Fi.  There are two X-Fi features within the audio component of the device, X-Fi Crystalizer and X-Fi Expand.  Basically, the Crystalizer part aims to “restore lost detail, and enhance the digital audio content to amazing clarity.”  X-Fi Expand tries to give the listener a sense of depth because the audio is designed to sound farther away from the ears, while maintaining clarity.  While this is all nice and dandy, superior audio quality can be found in good headphones; you probably won’t notice much of a difference with cheap headphones. 

More than just audio, Creative wanted to revamp the whole device making the overall music and video experience that much better.  A touch screen coupled with a larger display aims to help users view videos and photos with ease.  The ability to watch videos and view photos on a larger screen is practically a must these days, and Creative added TV-Out functionality to the device.  Owners of the original X-Fi device will notice the X-Fi2 to be an overall slimmer device with a much cleaner feel to it claims Creative. 

In terms of supported formats, the Zen X-Fi2 supports MP3, AAC, WMA, Audible 4, and FLAC.  In terms of video file supports, the device can play any video in WMV9, MP4, DivX, and XviD.  The device is available for pre-order immediately at Amazon, Creative.com, or Frys.com.  The suggested retail price is $129.99, $179.99, and $229.99 for the 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB models, respectively. 

Via [Creative Press Release]