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The Hidizs AP80 Pro Max is a portable music player aimed at audiophiles, emphasizing high-quality sound reproduction and versatile connectivity options.
Featuring a 2.95-inch touchscreen with a resolution of 360 x 640 pixels, it provides a user-friendly interface for navigation and control.
Equipped with an Ingenic X1600E processor and ES9219C DAC, the player supports microSD cards up to 2TB for extensive music storage.
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