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Zune uses?

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.

 

USB Flash Drive uses?

USB flash drives are integrated with a USB interface.  They are small, lightweight, and make it easy to transfer data from one location to another.  The device transfers information at extremely fast rate.  With the growth in popularity of the USB device the drive has become the diskette of old.  Now individuals can carry large files and easily load them onto any workstation quickly. 

The flash drive was first invented in 1998 by Dov Moran and is incredibly easy to use.  Probably the biggest problem it poses for individuals is that it is so small that it is often misplaced or lost.  New devices created are solving some problems that were first encountered by users, they are durable enough to be driven over, taken through the washer, and have encryption software preloaded to remove data from being stolen. Devices have taken many shapes and sizes and have turned into a fashion accessory.  Sizes run from 16 megabytes up to over 2 gigabytes and are still growing.  The flash drive holds personal data, software, applications, pictures, audio, and operating systems.  How do you use USB flash drives?

Cell Phone uses?

The most widely used electronic accessory today is the cell phone.  No other device has changed the landscape of how we communicate more.  The device has been around since the 1940s, but with the miniaturization of technology they have taken off in popularity.  Just look around and you will see people talking on their cellphones, sending text messages, watching videos, taking pictures, playing games, and organizing their lives with these devices.  People want to be constantly connected and to customize them to fit their personal identities.  They have become a status symbol and are being used all ages.

Ringtones, SMS, Video, call back, three way calling, songs, bluetooth, push to talk, music players, and Internet browsing are all being integrated into these devices.  We buy huge packages to talk and communicate with friends and family from around the world.  More and more companies are getting into the lucrative market and providing an ever growing competitive market for consumers.  Send us a picture of your customized cell phone and we may include in our gallery, just send a picture to 100uses@gmail.com So the big question is how do you use your cell phone?

iPod uses?

The iPod recently turned five years old and is used by millions
of people worldwide.  Apple changed how music and data was used by creating a music player that was durable, fashionable, and unique.  It can be customized and changed to a fit a user's individual preferences and can be used by individuals of all ages. 

We use it to listen to music, share pictures, watch videos, store files, and organize our lives.  It comes in a variety of shapes and sizes and has been a worldwide icon for being hip.  So be creative and share with us. Send us your pictures of how you use your iPod everyday to 100uses@gmail.com.  How do you use your iPod?