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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.

 

Music uses?

Music can transform our thoughts and minds instantly.  When we hear a song it can bring back memories and help us relax.  It is one of the most universal languages around, where individuals from different cultures can enjoy a song from the rhythm and beat.  It takes on all forms ranging from opera, classical, pop, country, rap, jazz, blues, alternative, rock and roll, and more.  Some people find favor it all types and others have their personal favorites.   When we hear certain songs like a national anthem we all take a moment to reflect on the moment at hand.  Other times we have to dance because of the energizing beat of the music.

It is a form of art and entertainment that defines generations and that has timeless value.  Music is performed in live concerts, played on the radio, and distributed through the Internet and media in a variety of ways.  People use it to take their mind of the day to day grind and transform their thoughts into another moment.  Individuals can sing appall, use instruments to create different sounds and melt them all together into a rhythm beat.  Websites, businesses and corporations can be created around its ability to grab the attention of the public today.  How do you use Music?

MySpace uses?

MySpace is a social networking website that offers an interactive network of users.  Individuals can submit profiles, photos, music, blogs, and videos.  It can be highly customized by users and individuals can communicate through leaving messages on friend's MySpace pages.  It has an internal search engine as well as internal e-mail system.  It has over 100 million accounts created and is currently the fourth most popular destination on the web.

MySpace was created in 2003 by Tom Anderson and Chris DeWolfe in Southern California and has grown into an icon of the current generation.  It was sold to Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation in July of 2005 for $580 Million Dollars.  Contents of a typical MySpace page include profiles, comments, communication, music, video, pictures, and high levels of customization by users.  MySpace is a often in the news with stories profiling the possible dangers of the online community, but it also has many benefits in providing a free and open voice for all users to share and create communities with others.  It can not be argued that it has grown into one of the most popular destinations of the current Internet community.  How do you use MySpace? 

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?