Microsoft Zune 30GB Digital Multimedia Device (White) - Audio Player, Video Player, Photo Viewer, FM Tuner - 3 LCD - 30GB Hard Drive
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Microsoft Zune 30GB Digital Multimedia Device (White) - Audio Player, Video Player, Photo Viewer, FM Tuner - 3 LCD - 30GB Hard Drive
It's brand new. It's really cool. And it's called Zune. When you want more than just another MP3 and
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I don't want to come across too negative , so I want to mention a few things I like first.
1. The larger screen size is a little better for video then the iPod's screen size. Not night-and-day (if you actually compare the two it's not as dramatic as it looks) but there is a little difference in the Zune's favor.
2. The bigger screen is nice, but the feature I liked a more was being able to customize your background image. It's something that I'd love to be able to do with my iPod.
2. The WiFi connectivity between Zunes was a clever idea.
3. The FM tuner was a nice inclusion.
There are a whole bunch of issues that Microsoft has to address for the Zune's next release though.
1. The unit's really big, both in size and weight. Much bigger then the iPod and I'd be willing to bet, one of the largest and heaviest players on the market.
2. Although Apple's just as guilty on the same topic, first-party accessories for the Zune are outrageously expensive.
3. There's only one 30 gig
1. The larger screen size is a little better for video then the iPod's screen size. Not night-and-day (if you actually compare the two it's not as dramatic as it looks) but there is a little difference in the Zune's favor.
2. The bigger screen is nice, but the feature I liked a more was being able to customize your background image. It's something that I'd love to be able to do with my iPod.
2. The WiFi connectivity between Zunes was a clever idea.
3. The FM tuner was a nice inclusion.
There are a whole bunch of issues that Microsoft has to address for the Zune's next release though.
1. The unit's really big, both in size and weight. Much bigger then the iPod and I'd be willing to bet, one of the largest and heaviest players on the market.
2. Although Apple's just as guilty on the same topic, first-party accessories for the Zune are outrageously expensive.
3. There's only one 30 gig
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I had a little money to burn so I thought I'd pick up an .mp3 player with some decent space and the ability to play video on the go. In the end I figured I would choose between the "Elephant in the room" Apple's iPod or Microsoft's Zune. After all, Microsoft has a reputation for getting into technology and catching up in a hurry. Just look at the xBox line and Windows mobile.
What really sold me on the Zune was the screen. If I'm going to be showing people my home videos and downloading a DVD or two I like on it I might as well get something that will show it off well. So I got the Zune.
The screen does do well. My home videos look AWESOME after converting them for the Zune. I even put a DVD on it but had to find 3rd party software to do that. The screen has not let me down.
The sound is also pretty good. I have another mp3 player by Rio and this does seem to make the music sound a bit better. So I have no complaints there.
However, there are two shortcomings that really irk
What really sold me on the Zune was the screen. If I'm going to be showing people my home videos and downloading a DVD or two I like on it I might as well get something that will show it off well. So I got the Zune.
The screen does do well. My home videos look AWESOME after converting them for the Zune. I even put a DVD on it but had to find 3rd party software to do that. The screen has not let me down.
The sound is also pretty good. I have another mp3 player by Rio and this does seem to make the music sound a bit better. So I have no complaints there.
However, there are two shortcomings that really irk
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The Zune is a decent media player that has a few areas that need a lot of improvement. First off, the wi-fi is worthless at the moment and should not be any reason to purchase the device. As an mp3 player it really does a decent job which gives it a chance to survive in the mp3 player world. Navigation is nice and in some terms a superior alternative to the iPod's. Sound quality is on par with other media devices. As an mp3 player it's off to a good start. Now the unit as a whole leaves the user some things to be desired: more custom menus and functions, A CLOCK with alarm, sleep timer, etc., little extra features like games and contacts, calendar, etc. Now what gives the 1G Zunes promise is updateable firmware which can lead to these features popping up on later updates (especially if the Zune users voice the need and want for additional features). Overall, if you want to support another company besides Apple, be an early adopter, or want a Zune for some niche reason like fashion
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