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Official: New Zune Lineup Packs More Storage, Wi-Fi Downloads
Posted by John Mahoney at 4:52 AM on September 9, 2008
CNet spotted Microsoft jumping the gun today to avoid running into you know who: Microsoft has gone ahead and rolled out details on the new Zune lineup we've been hearing about a day early. And it's what we've known all along: a storage bump up to 120GB for hard drive models, and an 8GB/16GB choice for flash. And the Zune 3.0 software (available to all September 16) will have the new features we've seen, including recommendations, new games (including Texas Hold 'em), and a Wi-Fi music store for downloading from hotspots with your Zune Pass (finally). Pricing is also exactly as we've reported: US$250 for the 120GB, and US$150/US$200 for the flash, with reductions down the line for the current (as of earlier today) models. Definitely no surprises, considering some folks have already bought new 120GB Zunes. Read on for the full press release.
Zune Takes Music Discovery to the Next Level With New Ways to Find and Access Digital Music
Software update will enable Zune users to tag songs and buy music directly from FM radio and download and stream music on the go beginning Sept. 16.
REDMOND, Wash. -- Sept. 8, 2008 -- Zune, Microsoft Corp.'s end-to-end music and entertainment service, again revolutionizes how customers discover and connect to the music they love, where and how they want it. Starting next week, every Zune portable media player will let consumers wirelessly download or stream millions of songs on the go from thousands of wireless hot spots around the country. Free, powerful software and firmware updates will give Zune owners the ability to discover, tag and purchase songs directly from the built-in FM radio, wirelessly access the Zune Marketplace store on the go, and tap into interactive, personalised music recommendations that add even more value to the Zune Pass subscription. Zune is also expanding its device lineup with new 16GB and 120GB capacities as well as shiny new blue-on-silver and sleek all-black colour schemes. The new features will begin rolling out on Sept. 16, 2008.
"Digital music services really come alive when they help people find not only the music they know they like, but the music they didn't know they would love," said Chris Stephenson, general manager of Global Marketing for Zune at Microsoft. "With the combination of subscription, wireless access to millions of tracks, and powerful discovery features like personal recommendations and the ability to buy music from FM radio, Zune is taking the digital music experience to the next level."
Wireless Connections
More than 61 percent of people say they discover new music by listening to the radio.1 With that in mind, Zune is taking advantage of the wireless connection and the built-in FM tuner to deliver a new feature called Buy from FM, which lets customers tag and purchase songs they hear on FM radio stations2 directly from the Zune device. When the customer is in a Wi-Fi hot spot, the song can be immediately downloaded to the Zune device. If Wi-Fi is not available, the device will have a queue of songs ready to download when connected to a home computer or in a hot spot. Buy from FM uses Radio Data System and RT+ data feeds within the FM broadcast frequencies that identify song and artist data and enable the Zune service to identify and deliver the track to the customer.
In addition, users can now access the Zune Marketplace music store directly from their device when they are in a recognised Wi-Fi hot spot, or through a home wireless network. To make it easy to discover music on the go, customers can browse lists of featured new releases and top songs and albums sorted by genre, or use the on-screen keypad to type in the song of their choice. Once they have picked a track or album, they can either download it or stream it directly to the Zune device.
Zune customers have a choice in how they acquire music: They can pay per track or choose a Zune Pass subscription. Zune Pass subscribers can download or stream music to the device or their computer interchangeably, all for a flat rate of $14.99 per month. So whether a device has 4 GB or 120 GB of storage, Zune Pass customers can access and stream millions of songs directly to their Zune.
More Ways to Discover Music: Channels and Picks
The new Zune software update taps expert sources, recommendations from the Zune service and online music community, and the user's own play data to create a dynamic, digital music experience where discovering music is easy and seamless.
• Channels. Channels are an exciting new tool for music discovery. Customers can explore channels programmed by experts from the music industry such as the Billboard Top 100, The FADER magazine and KEXP radio, in addition to workout-themed channels tailored for high, medium and low impact, and top chart channels from all genres and subgenres. The powerful Zune software will even create custom channels for each user, based on favourite artists and genres. Channels are included with a monthly Zune Pass subscription and can be synced to the device for playback on the go. For non-Zune Pass subscribers, the Channels are available for a la carte purchase.
• Personal Picks. Now the Zune software learns what kind of music users like and makes personal recommendations. When users log onto Zune Marketplace, they'll find a new area called Picks where the Zune recommendation algorithm will suggest artists, albums and tracks based on the music they have been listening to, as well as channels they might like and listeners like them in the Zune Social.
• The Zune Social online music community. Customers can connect with millions of like-minded fans and share music via the Zune Card, a real-time playlist of each user's favourite and recently played tracks that can be accessed on the Web or within the Zune software, or synced to the Zune device. Zune Pass subscribers can play full tracks from Zune Cards synced to their device while on the go, and now the playlists will even automatically update with the most recently played tracks when Zune connects to a wireless hot spot. It's like subscribing to a free feed of music from the sources people trust most -- their friends.
Powerful Software
The Zune PC software is a free download at http://www.zune.net that provides rich discovery and media management capabilities to help consumers make the most of their existing music collections, in addition to providing access to the Zune Social and Zune Marketplace so they can add to it.
• Mixview. Customers can select an artist, album or Zune Card to activate a dynamic, visual mosaic of related music and listeners. With each click users can take the view in a new direction, creating a fun, graphical way to discover new music. Mixview works with users' current collection of music, in addition to tracks and albums from across the Zune Marketplace.
• Now Playing. The improved Now Playing view is more interactive and cinematic. Users can sit back and enjoy the combination of great artist imagery, colorful effects, bio information and data from the Zune online music community, all combined in a full-screen view. They can also click to dive deeper into the music behind the picture, providing another great way to interact with their collection.
A new firmware update will also improve the experience on the Zune device. In addition to the new wireless functionality, Zune will bring new features customers have been asking for:
• Games on the go. Two free games, "Hexic" and "Texas Hold 'Em," will keep users entertained on the go.
• Audiobooks. All Zune devices will feature support for audiobooks this fall from industry leaders in the digital distribution of audiobook content.
- Audible. Customers can visit audible.com to download and sync favourite books from the 50,000 titles available from over 600 publishers and content providers.
- OverDrive. They can download content from sites powered by overdrive.com, including 7,500 libraries' Web sites worldwide. (http://search.overdrive.com)
Device Pricing Information Effective Sept. 16
120 GB: $249.99
80 GB: $229.99
16 GB: $199.00
8 GB: $149.99
4 GB: $129.993
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B. Whaler
Posted 5:38 AM 9/9/08
I wouldn't buy a Zune--I am clearly in the iPod/iPhone camp--but this is the first time I read about a Zune upgrade and I thought there were a couple of things that would appeal to me.
I don't know what Microsoft could do to make me switch from the iPod ecosystem. It's a tough place for Microsoft to be in because in a way it is too late since a new cool feature here and there is not enough. And the iPhone which, despite the horific quality issues, is still light years ahead of the competitors.
In a way, Microsoft may be fighting this battle a tad bit too late.
On the other hand, all Apple has to do to make me switch AWAY from their ecosystem is keep shipping beta quality software and shoddy hardware.
This should be Apple's decade, and they are running the risk of totally blowing it by shipping crappy quality products.
B. Whaler
Rask
Posted 5:35 AM 9/9/08
I'm buying a 120GB tomorrow (unless the 80GB Zune gets a real decent price drop) or Apple cuts the price down on the 16GB iPod Touch to the 200-250$ range.
Rask
bilups
Posted 5:33 AM 9/9/08
when can I expect my zune to be soft and chewy like cakes? also, can I use it in the shower?
bilups
gqcarrick
Posted 5:32 AM 9/9/08
@Eruanno: Well just counting in this post there are potentionally more than 5 people who own a zune, smartass.
gqcarrick
Sam_Zebian
Posted 5:31 AM 9/9/08
@Eruanno: dude stfu that is soo 2 years ago..
@surfjim: Uhh, yeah duh. Because the official announcement planned will be going on where they actually demonstrate and announce everything the way it was supposed to be, and so it will be forgotten, we'll all just remember the articles from tomorrow about it.
Sam_Zebian
Sam_Zebian
Posted 5:30 AM 9/9/08
Can't wait for the new firmware tomorrow!!!
Sam_Zebian
Eruanno
Posted 5:26 AM 9/9/08
The five people worldwide who own a Zune rejoice.
Eruanno
surfjim
Posted 5:17 AM 9/9/08
No one will remember this post after tomorrow...even with the pretty blue color.
surfjim
dutchcanuck
Posted 5:14 AM 9/9/08
I wonder what will happen to the old 80 gig zunes sitting on store shelves. I might be tempted to get one if they are aggressively marked down. I don't really need the extra space...besides my 80g ipod video died on me after only two years, so I'm sure as hell not going to buy another overpriced paper weight.
dutchcanuck
snitch29
Posted 5:12 AM 9/9/08
It's going to get real interesting to see how apple prices the new nano and the touch now that the iphone only cost $199. @surfjim: Sure they are they only have to sell another 198 million unit's since they sold 2 million already, well not sold they shipped 2 million
snitch29
Jon B.
Posted 5:11 AM 9/9/08
@vasha: If they were ahead, they would have a DECENT use for the built-in Wi-Fi.
Still though, they are INDEED catching up =X
Jon B.
regnez
Posted 5:10 AM 9/9/08
But still no Mac support? Boo.
regnez
ZetaCrossfire
Posted 5:07 AM 9/9/08
<3 my 80 gb zune but i do really like that blue color
ZetaCrossfire
MagnoliaBoy
Posted 5:07 AM 9/9/08
My Sansa Connect finally ate it about 3 months back, so I picked up the Zune 4GB flash. I like it, but miss the Wi-Fi radio, and the EQ (wasn't so great on the Connect, but it was better than nothing.) I really wasn't sold on the Zune till I got into the store, than after some Emo Associate tried to convince me on the iPod, I realized I didn't want to carry around something with such a stigma attached. Apple Fanbois already sold me a Zune and I love it. Might give this one to the wife if the new ones coming out support some type of Wi-Fi radio.
MagnoliaBoy
vasha
Posted 5:03 AM 9/9/08
@surfjim:
No, Zune is ahead! Woot, cant wait to replace this 30 gig Zune.
vasha
surfjim
Posted 4:59 AM 9/9/08
Run faster Apple, they are catching up!!!!
surfjim
Ken_Darrow
Posted 6:07 AM 9/9/08
There's gonna be huge, I mean huge lines at BestBuy when this comes out. I bet they will hire cops to form and manage the lines.
Anyone got pictures of people on line yet for this?
Ken_Darrow
Phenostar
Posted 6:03 AM 9/9/08
@gqcarrick: Yeah, he was waaay off. I mean there's gotta be at least two or three hundred.
zing!
Phenostar
Cursemaster0
Posted 5:57 AM 9/9/08
Yeay Zune!
Now I can download music on the go.
The Zune now totally trumps both the Nanos and the Classics.
Cursemaster0
surfjim
Posted 5:56 AM 9/9/08
@Sam What I mean is that the long, dark shadow of the Apple announcement will obliterate any news about the Zune...
surfjim
jewsrock
Posted 6:35 AM 9/9/08
$20 difference between 80gb and 120gb? wow you would have to be really really stupid to get the 80gb zune. you would also be really stupid to get a 80gb classic when you can get a 120gb zune for the same price.
jewsrock
surfjim
Posted 6:34 AM 9/9/08
@Kaiser-Machead on the Edge: I disagree, not everyone wants the wireless connectivity...
surfjim
Kaiser-Machead on the Edge
Posted 6:33 AM 9/9/08
@theespacepope: Microsoft didn't even add MPEG4 support, so I really doubt they'd even look at DivX/Xvid.
Kaiser-Machead on the Edge
Kaiser-Machead on the Edge
Posted 6:33 AM 9/9/08
Say whatcha want, but the Zune DOES fill a spot that Apple really doesn't have. Expanding the WiFi functionality further beyond the hokey and underwhelming sharing feature further adds insult to the classic. Newer iPods are going to have to get into the wireless game a bit harder below the iPhone/touch.
As of now, the jury's out on the iPod stuff. If the new lines below the touch don't add anything, Apple is officially letting its lower cost items wither on the vine.
Kaiser-Machead on the Edge
theespacepope
Posted 6:32 AM 9/9/08
I have a 30 GB Zune. I would love divx/xvid support. Kinda like my 360? Please?
theespacepope
surfjim
Posted 6:28 AM 9/9/08
@Ken_Darrow: LMAO
surfjim
mobilehavoc
Posted 6:27 AM 9/9/08
@Ken_Darrow: Waiting in line for something doesn't mean what you're waiting for is any better than the rest. It just means you have no life.
mobilehavoc
vivek
Posted 6:25 AM 9/9/08
the abiliy to download music on the go is amazing. Games, audible support rocks too!
But it looks like 2008 is a year of software upgrades (and capacity upgrades) only. No new devices. (APPL redesign their nano from tall boy to stout boy and now back to tall )
vivek
videoCWK
Posted 6:25 AM 9/9/08
Mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support mac support.
videoCWK
darth_indy
Posted 6:59 AM 9/9/08
@DAK: I second the question. I have the old 30GB 1st Gen, and I was thrilled when they supported the firmware upgrade for the 1st Gen. I really want more space for songs/movies/podcasts (my collection is waaaaay over 30 GB and I can never choose what to take off) but I can't afford a new player. At least I can hope to have the sweet new features. The Mixview looks like it's something like Last.fm recommended songs/artists, and I love that for building good playlists.
One more feature I'd love - being able to build/save/edit playlists directly on the Zune. It can't be *that* hard to incorporate into the firmware, can it?
darth_indy
Jeice
Posted 6:56 AM 9/9/08
I'm very sad that there was no confirmation on the blue scheme being applied to the larger capacity devices.
If it is, I am going to be pissed at myself.
Jeice
emorphien
Posted 6:55 AM 9/9/08
I'd probably buy the 120GB Zune if it supported UMS.
emorphien
nXt
Posted 6:52 AM 9/9/08
@mailbox01: SPOT is dead. Why integrate/support it?
nXt
nXt
Posted 6:51 AM 9/9/08
Thanks for the new Press List.
THIS ROCKS, I can't wait! Sept 16, 2008!
nXt
mailbox01
Posted 6:49 AM 9/9/08
Since the Zune has FM, can't they integrate the SPOT technology?
mailbox01
DAK
Posted 6:48 AM 9/9/08
Anyone know if the 3.0 software will be available for the original Zune 30 GB like the 2.0 software was?
DAK
Sam_Zebian
Posted 6:42 AM 9/9/08
Too bad we have to wait a week for the update, I thought it was going to be tomorrow. Oh well, I can wait 7 days. Remember last year we waited like a month and a half for the new Zunes?? The suspense was killing me. Now we will get them in a week. Next years to hoping they announce them the day they are available.
Sam_Zebian
Sam_Zebian
Posted 6:40 AM 9/9/08
"Sam"
Oh yeah, a new nano that looks like the flash Zune will blow us all away!
/sarcasm
Sam_Zebian
vgart
Posted 7:11 AM 9/9/08
If Micro$oft wants to catch up they need to make their own phone. They still living in 2003.
vgart
Kaiser-Machead on the Edge
Posted 7:05 AM 9/9/08
@surfjim: You're right on that, but at the same time, not everyone wants FM radio either. Not everyone wants video functionality, but enough of them want it so that it'd prove to be a nice addition to the hardware. I think the bottom line is that this stuff comes at no extra cost, so whether or not everyone wants it is moot, so long as it's not an impedance on the usability.
Kaiser-Machead on the Edge
Rob C
Posted 7:39 AM 9/9/08
so...120gigs eh? hm.
Aren't they a year and 60 gigs too late?
Rob C
Selcouth14: Add 28 for the answer
Posted 7:37 AM 9/9/08
@Blocatan: What's a Zune? (Sorry)
Time to replace/supplement the old Zune 30 and hop onto the "flash" wagon...been waiting for a bump in their storage.
As for new features: Additional shit for free that wasn't included at the initial purchase? Awesome. About time for some games too though I am still wondering about multiplayer implementation over wi-fi, any news of that?
Selcouth14: Add 28 for the answer
Ken_Darrow
Posted 7:33 AM 9/9/08
Hey Giz, I found a huge typo. Where it says "millions" I think it was dozens including the extra 4 added from Canada. ;-)
"The Zune Social online music community. Customers can connect with millions of like-minded fans and share music via the Zune Card, a real-time playlist of each user's favorite and recently played tracks that can be accessed on the Web or within the Zune software, or synced to the Zune device."
Ken_Darrow
Blocatan
Posted 7:30 AM 9/9/08
I am completely tired of the Zune jokes.
I have a Zune 30 that I bought 2 months after the Zunes release, and an iPod Touch. I get WAY more use out of my Zune, and I love it a lot more than the iPod. Sound quality, ease of use, durability .. you name it, and it's great.
People need to find something new to piss on. srsly.
Blocatan
Cursemaster0
Posted 8:14 AM 9/9/08
@darth_indy:
Yes the update is for ALL DEVICES.
Suck it Apple-ists.
Cursemaster0
boo_radley32
Posted 7:53 AM 9/9/08
Zunerama has confirmed the update for all models and 3.o has a clock!
A CLOCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
boo_radley32
Blocatan
Posted 7:52 AM 9/9/08
@Selcouth14: Add 28 for the answer: ass.
^.^
Blocatan
boo_radley32
Posted 7:50 AM 9/9/08
This just reenforces my decision to buy a 30gig Zune off Woot. I got it for 90 bucks and will have gotten 2 feature updates without spending an extra penny. I think if Microsoft promotes them hard enough this winter Santa may be swayed to put a few under the tree where there would have been iPods.
In Apples defense though, maybe tomorrow we'll find out that the new nano and touch get more than a capacity bump and a face lift. Otherwise I say Wa Waaaaaaa to them.
boo_radley32
wcnghj
Posted 8:38 AM 9/9/08
@DAK: I am sure the 3.0 software will be availible on all Zunes.@
Selcouth14: Add 28 for the answer: Games came out 4 months ago, check Zuneboards.com forums.
wcnghj
Phenostar
Posted 8:38 AM 9/9/08
@TheDoomer: If I have a phone that only calls people, I'd be completely fine, because that's what phones do.
Hello! Can you hear me all the way back there in 1997?!
I'm sorry I'm sorry.
I take it back.
And just so ya know, I've had my iPhone since July '07, and I have yet to buy a single accessory for it that cost more than $10.
Phenostar
wcnghj
Posted 8:34 AM 9/9/08
@videoCWK:
Boot camp
Boot camp
Boot camp
Boot camp
Boot camp
Boot camp
wcnghj
boo_radley32
Posted 8:33 AM 9/9/08
@vgart: Too bad the Dollar sign doesn't fit in Apple's name, otherwise we could make snarky remarks about the features they're missing with clever additions to their name.
boo_radley32
TheDoomer
Posted 8:21 AM 9/9/08
@vgart: ....Why? That makes absolutely no sense. I have a phone and a Zune 80. A phone is a phone. If I have a phone that only calls people, I'd be completely fine, because that's what phones do.
And as an owner of a Zune 80, I must say, I'm really excited for this. I no longer see any point in having an iPod as opposed to a Zune. Except if you just want to buy overpriced accessories.
TheDoomer
bobborries
Posted 8:17 AM 9/9/08
Now I can listen to FM and download music in between Microsoft radio commercials.
Bill Gates is the kindest, bravest, warmest, most wonderful human being I've ever seen in my life.
bobborries
Jkuhn
Posted 8:17 AM 9/9/08
@Kaiser-Machead on the Edge:
They added MP4 and H.264 support in last years software update
Jkuhn
dark_quota
Posted 8:53 AM 9/9/08
The blue looks sweet. Now just have to wait and see if the new nano is any better.
dark_quota
Rask
Posted 8:48 AM 9/9/08
@boo_radley32: Canadian here so my economy is actually doing slightly better.
I do hate people that still type M$ as if this was 1995.
Rask
boo_radley32
Posted 8:46 AM 9/9/08
@Rask: Except for the crushing blow it dealt to our economy.
boo_radley32
Invisobel
Posted 8:46 AM 9/9/08
@Ken_Darrow: Media Hype does not a superior product make...
Invisobel
Rask
Posted 8:45 AM 9/9/08
@boo_radley32: You could always start typing it Appl€, although the Euro symbol is a lot less impactful in North America.
Rask
Cordfucious v 2.0.1
Posted 9:26 AM 9/9/08
man I have my soulful deluxe Brown 30GB and a Black 8, I think its time to add a 120 to the mix for the car, or hope the 80 drops down to impulse territory.
Those who mock are afraid of the reflection which stares at them
--Cordfucious
Cordfucious v 2.0.1
AndersonBMX
Posted 9:14 AM 9/9/08
cool
AndersonBMX
TurboFool
Posted 9:12 AM 9/9/08
@Rob C: No, they're not. They're on-time, and 40GB above the competition. You can't compare the $250 model to the competition's $300 (or is it $350?) model. Zune had an 80GB for the same price as Apple's 80GB, but didn't make a model to compete with their more-expensive 160GB model. Now they've made a 120GB to fit in between and take over for the 80GB, providing 40GB more space for the same price. Sounds like a good deal to me.
Still, I'm just happy because it's the same functionality as my 80, and since I haven't managed to fill that yet, I don't have to feel disappointed about not having the latest hardware. And since all the software will backport to me, I can be extremely happy about the new announcement. Yay!
TurboFool
diabolusunknownTheSecond
Posted 9:10 AM 9/9/08
@Rask: If tomorrow, the iPod classic doesnt get any of the new features being announced, then that i will from now on spell Appl€ in that way.
Microsoft could have forced you to buy a new Zune, but instead they are giving a 3 year old device a refresh, and breathing new life into it.
I swear, people call the Zune a copy cat device, but if theres one thing all manufacturers of PMP's should do, its to copy Microsoft in this regard. The Zune division is by far the best division in Microsoft.
This update is absolutely fantastic. It has been getting nothing but thumbs up all over the blogosphere. They were right about this being a software update. And to be honest, i wouldnt want a touch screen player from them if they wouldnt do it right, like the Touch, which is great at everything except playing music (my Ultimate Ears dont lie).
diabolusunknownTheSecond
LMLYP
Posted 10:48 AM 9/9/08
@Eruanno:
love these comments, theyre so funny and original.
seriously, if your looking at simply numbers, Mac's are worthless pieces of shit that should be laughed at when an art major fool goes out and buys one just to drop out the first year.
Yarp that makes sense... enjoy your 21% market share after 32 years
LMLYP
.endejas.
Posted 10:46 AM 9/9/08
@Selcouth14: Add 28 for the answer: I'm pretty much right there with you.
Unless the Zune 80 falls below $180, I'm going for the blue Zune 8. Thing looks awesome.
.endejas.
ten10
Posted 12:20 PM 9/9/08
I just noticed the Zune looks like a disney gadget.
ten10
Brentis
Posted 12:39 PM 9/9/08
I have 4 zunes... 2 30's and 2 8's. The 8's kick ass for the gym
Brentis
Moonshadow101
Posted 2:22 PM 9/9/08
@ten10: I know, actual colors are so unhip. Only Apple truly understands us, which is why I fully expect the new iPod announcements to include a feature that randomly reads a poem before each song, so I can have my daily dose of "Birds Dying" and "Black Skies Consume my Soul" before I bother with music.
Moonshadow101
Jeice
Posted 2:51 PM 9/9/08
@Moonshadow101: You are my new hero.
Jeice
Carbon
Posted 3:00 PM 9/9/08
iPods are for iSheep
Zunes are way way cooler with a way better UI
Carbon
Trowble (XBL/PSN)
Posted 3:48 PM 9/9/08
I love my iPod Nano, but at $200 I'd rather take my chances with a 16gb Flash Zune that comes with a radio. I don't even care about it having the online marketplace, buying from the radio, and the filesharing. I just want more bang for my buck, now if the new nano comes with 16gb, a built-in radio, and a mic, then I'll be torn between the two.
Trowble (XBL/PSN)
Mongoose
Posted 4:25 PM 9/9/08
Microsoft, as usual, gets it really right once version 3.0 comes out; the Zune is starting to seem solid and impressive. I'm not in any real hurry to replace my iPod Classic, but if I were starting anew.. this would be a system I'd consider.
We've all mocked Zune 1.0 ('squirting' WTF), and then 2.0 got a a bit of "Mm, eh..".. but 3.0- and the solid upgrades of old Zunes.. are making them seem better and better. Good show, Microsoft. It might still be too little too late, but good show.
Mongoose
copyguy
Posted 4:54 PM 9/9/08
Blue is not going to make the craptastic Zune any more appealing.
copyguy
Scott
Posted 4:38 PM 9/9/08
Zune will bring new features customers have been asking for:
WHERE THE FUCK IS UNICODE SUPPORT???
I'm tired of non alphanumeric looking like DUMB SQUARES. Zune Team, fix this, and i'm a zune fan all over again...
Scott
maven2k
Posted 5:07 PM 9/9/08
I'm still chugging along with my 30 gigger, but boy is that blue one purty.
maven2k
Benzodiazepine
Posted 5:50 PM 9/9/08
Somebody has to come up with a new design..
they all look the same now.
Benzodiazepine
steveliv
Posted 12:27 AM 10/9/08
please, please, let us be able to use the new wi-fi marketplace search function on our own music too!!!
steveliv
tenio
Posted 5:35 AM 9/9/08
Will the flash ones be the same size as the harddrive model?
tenio
makeseven
Posted 10:04 AM 10/9/08
@LMLYP:
odd. i thougth i read on google new the other day that apples computer market share has INCREASED to 8%.
but anyway, thanks for making the same point i was planning too. apple fans make fun of zune like its a crappy product just cuz not everybody has them, but that is so hypocritical when considering how much people love their macs.
anyway, i have had my white 30 gig zune for like a year and a half and i love it. i love that the zune team supports the old model, but i do want to upgrade at some point. just dont have the dinero. i would love to see the 80 gig drop to 200, rather than just 20 dollars less than the 120. that doesnt make much sense and i dont need 120 gigs.
the wifi marketplace integration is great. doesnt look THAT intuitive, but im sure they will work on it to make it more fuctional.
makeseven
RedwoodFlyer
Posted 2:49 PM 10/9/08
@makeseven:
eBay is your friend! There are a ton of unopened new 80gb Zunes for $200 shipped...and unlike the 120, the 80gb comes with the premium headphones, which are actually decent!
RedwoodFlyer