Abstract: Video Review: The 2nd generation Microsoft Zune will definitely have its fans. Is it compelling enough to knock the iPod off the throne? Check it out and decide for yourself.
From what I can tell, Microsoft is moving in the right direction with their Zune product line, but they still seem to be one step behind their biggest competitor, Apple. This is most clearly demonstrated by looking at the form factor for the 4GB and ...
Great firmware interface
Touchpad not required for navigation
Beautiful 240x320 QVGA display
Good color selection for hardware
Wireless syncing
Great iPod alternative
Software is terrible
Vendor lock-in with hardware & software
Proprietary dock connector
Not compatible with Windows Media DRM
Few accessories available
A week with the 8GB Microsoft Zune Introduction I got into the MP3 player market a little late. I was in high school during the early years of the digital music revolution, so I couldnt really afford the players of the time. My very first foray into ...
Abstract: Summary: A bigger screen, wi-fi, touch and click interface, FM radio, podcast support, and a sweet new interface, all in a more compact and lean design make this a worthy iPod alternative.
On the 320x240 glass LCD, videos look sharp and colorful, with good viewing angles and amazing clarity. Even with fast-moving clips such as sports and action scenes, everything appeared vivid and smooth. The Zune 80GB lets you subscribe to video podca...
Abstract: Right now it seems as if Apple has a stranglehold on the portable multimedia device industry. Id say almost every American from the age of 6 to 60 has at least seen or heard of an iPod. Just think how that makes Bill Gates feel. Of course, Microsoft h...
Slick UI design, Intuitive “squircle” controls, Excellent build quality, Lightweight, Touch controls, Large legible type on menu, Beautiful and large color screen, Great sound quality, Great quality earphones, FM Radio function, Wireless conne...
LCD screen isn’t as crisp as the Zune 8, Spotty software setup, Windowsonly support, No WiFi web browsing, No widescreen
So is the Zune for you? Well, actually, the question really comes down to: Are you good enough for the Zune? First of all, the device runs on Windows XP and Vista PCs only. Mac users will just have to stick with the iPod. The new Zune 80 is a refreshin...
Abstract: Microsoft has obviously seen the unprecedented success of Apples iPod (this type of product is abbreviated as PMP for Portable Music Player, or DAP, for Digital Audio Player) and entered the market with the Zune 30 GB MP3 player last year. It had a l...
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Published: 2008-01-18, Author: Michael , review by: maximumpc.com
