Sandisk have announced a 8GB media player before Apple have. The Sandisk e280 features a massive mini 8GB hard drive, a micro-SD slot which supports expansion of total storage up to 10GB. Along with the rest of the Sandisk e200 series, this one supports music, videos and photos and has an all-new open DRM system which allows users to purchase songs or access subscription download services from numerous sources. Here's a full feature list courtesy of Sandisk:

• Digital FM tuner, on-the-fly FM recording 
• Voice recording with a built-in microphone
• Sleek, thin design with large 1.8” TFT color screen for easy viewing and advanced navigational features within an easy to use interface
• User replaceable and rechargeable Lithium Ion battery for up to 20 hours of battery life
• Scratch resistant alloy metal back casing provides excellent durability
• Multi-pin universal connector for future accessory upgrades, battery charging and USB 2.0 connectivity

The Sandisk Sansa e280 support MP3 and Windows Media Audio (WMA) in both unprotected and protected files (such as those WMA files purchased from music stores) for music as well as an unspecified amount of video formats. The e280 has an RRP of $249.99 and can store up to 2,00 MP3's on it's 8GB hard drive providing 128 hours of playback.