Zune is a portable media device scheduled to come out on November 14, 2006 from Microsoft. It has a 30 GB Hard Drive, FM Tuner, 3 inch landscape or portrait screen with a 640 x 480 resolution, and wireless technology that allows users to share pictures and music with a simple interface. The screen is 44% larger then the iPod and retails for only $249.00. It comes in three colors: black, brown, and white and can be highly customized with backgrounds. The Zune connects to an online Zune Marketplace where users can purchase music and video. The battery life is up to 14 hours when playing music and 4 hours when playing video.
The highly anticipated wireless technology allows users to send music and pictures to each other and then the Zune user can listen to the music three times for free or three days before deciding if they would like to purchase the song. Users can purchase song one at a time or by a monthly subscription for unlimited downloads. The monthly subscription runs around $15 a month. The Zune has the ability to add new features through software updates and the possibility of a Zune phone has been discussed by Microsoft. It comes bundled with free music and videos when purchased. The Zune is expected to be an extremely popular Holiday gift and compete with Apple's iPod.
I am really looking forward to the release of the Zune in November. It looks a very exciting media player and it will be so much fun to transfer media wireless to friends and family.
Posted by: Niclas | October 31, 2006 at 02:29 PM