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The editors liked
Very good playback performance of audio
Video
And photos
Intuitive and colorful interface
FM radio with RDS
Works well with Zune Marketplace software
Integrated wireless song and photo sharing
Many accessories available at launch.
The editors didn't like
Not backward compatible with WMA-DRM9
Weak native video support (cannot play protected content)
Cannot be used as a hard drive (and no UMS support)
Scratch-resistant case, unique glowing edges for the different colours, excellent sound quality, nice display, FM Radio, video playback, slick modern interface, good battery life, Zune Unlimited Subscription service.
Quite large and bulky for a 30GB player, navigation pad may scratch easily, rather awkward Zune desktop software, WiFi isn’t used to its full potential and imposes annoying restrictions. Reviews on different topics prove quite useful for the re...
Ed note: This review is a collaborative effort between Jenneth, Judie and Mitchell. Jenneth’s remarks will be in black, Judie’s will be in italicized blue, and Mitchell’s in italicized green.] Designing a music player to topple th...
Abstract: Update: Check out Brads podcast review of the Microsoft Zune at WhiteRoofRadio.com.Its time to settle the debate. iPod or Zune? Did Microsoft kick the pod where it counts or is the mighty whitey still the king of the ring? Each player is loaded with ...
After spending several months with an iPod and a Zune, one thing has become clear: the Zune is not an iPod killer. Sure, its a decent personal media player, but its not going to convert the masses away from the iPod. At least not yet. That doesnt ne...
Abstract: Introduction Microsoft advertises the Zune with the catchphrase "Welcome to the Social." So what is "The Social?" Judging by televised Zune commercials, it appears to be quite the party. Commercials often depict snowboarders riding on chairlifts or kid...
Large, scratch resistant color screen, Good sound quality, Intuitive interface, Includes FM radio and video playback, Im down with brown, baby
Ridiculous Zune Marketplace points system, PlaysForSure doesnt PlayAtAll, Mediocre battery life, A bit heavy and clunky (compared to youknowwhos player)
Ill get straight to it! Should you buy a Zune? Well of course that decision will have to be based on several factors. I will approach this from 3 different scenarios. First, Ill start with myself, naturally. Im the sort of MP3 user that will rarely,...
Abstract: If you still want to buy a Zune after reading our review, you’d better not count on filling it with music from Microsoft’s Zune Marketplace. While our view of the 30GB player is a matter of opinion, the tiny inventory of music that Microsoft has on tap...
Abstract: The Microsoft Zune is an excellent piece of playback hardware and appears to be physically well built. If youre just getting into online, portable media stuff now, you can purchase a ZunePass for fifteen bucks a month and play to your hearts content....
Abstract: Microsofts Zune has been the talk of the town since its release during last years holiday season yet the context of the "talking" has been both good and bad. Weve read mixed reviews with some loving the Zune and some hating it. Understandably this...
Attractive packaging
Competitive price
Large display
Boring aesthetics
Poor quality ear buds
Closed system
Not compatible with PlaysForSure songs
Credit purchasing system is a joke
The Microsoft Zune is one of those products that you will want to avoid at all costs; at least this first generation. In comparison to other media players on the market, the Zune offers no clear advantage. It has an audio and video library with less de...
