Abstract out MP3 *player* functionaltiy from USB drive stor

Has any company thought about "abstracting out" the MP3 / WMA / WAV / other-format player functionality from the USB dri've storage?
Considering the proliferation of USB memory dri'ves, I think this a good idea.
So, what I envision is a little mobile MP3 "shell player" device which is simply an MP3 (or other format) decoder chip and D/A decoder, audio amplifier and a headphone jack, perhaps with a rechargeable battery. It would have a female USB jack, and would accept any type of USB memory stick. That way, you can just swap USB memory sticks .. and this hypothetical MP3 "shell player" would detect playable files on the plug-and-play memory stick and organize them for mobile play.
So who will be the first to offer such a device?

You should look for a support site for the MP3 player to see what format it uses and what the proper restoration procedure is-either that or contact the company directly.

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