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Opinion: Gifts for Angry, Rant-Prone Apple Haters

19 Nov 2009 18:00:00 PST

Written by Dan Nosowitz
Zune HD + ZunePass and HD Dock: If your Apple hater is in the market for a PMP, there's no better option than the Zune HD—in terms of media capabilities, it kicks the iPod Touch's standard-def ass with HD radio, 720p video output, a killer OLED screen and a gorgeous, media-centric UI. It'll pl...

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Zune HD Review

08 Nov 2009 10:51:29 PST

Written by bryan646
Will the Zune ever support more file types? I don’t have an answer to that, but the hardware will allow it. The Xbox and now Windows 7 natively supports codecs such as Xvix/Divx right out of the box, the Zune should too. In the mean time check out the Zune Video Conversion forum for tips and trick...

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Opinion: Holy Zune Software, Batman!

01 Nov 2009 13:34:11 PST

Written by somninaut
Schnazzy I guess all Windows users would experience the same thing of the Zune software: a Microsoft music player developed for a Microsoft operating system is expected to run better on Windows than an Apple music player designed for the Macintosh operating system.

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Opinion: Zune HD

22 Oct 2009 10:19:25 PDT

Written by bryan646
I think this review for the most part is dead on but, the author state that “The new model’s 3.3-inch, 480×272 multitouch display and compact form prove that MS can get the design right given a couple of tries.” is all wrong. The second generation of the Zune was and is still a great PMP. The Zune do...

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Opinion: How To: Virtualize Any OS For Free

17 Oct 2009 12:00:00 PDT

Written by John Herrman
What You'll Need Free hard drive space: VirtualBox is going to create a simulated hard drive (a hard drive image, to be specific) inside your current OS's file system. In other words, you'll need to have space handy to hold a standard OS install, plus whatever apps you're planning on using o...

Original story at Gizmodo .

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Zune HD/4.0 review

08 Oct 2009 21:45:26 PDT

Written by therackow
Zune 4.0 software: This really was the deciding factor in what iPod alternative I bought. Like it or not, Apple is good at turn-key solutions. iPod/iTunes integration is great. It’s a shame iTunes is as bad as it is now. Zune 4.0 software is so nice, multiple ways to view your content, lots of image...

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Zune news and blogs - November 20, 2009

20 Nov 2009 00:00:01 PDT

Below is today's roundup of news and blogs that haven't yet hit top story status by our community. Visit Zune news and blogs for even more news and blogs converage.

• Zune HD Review -- from Anything But iPod
• Ubergizmo reviews Zune HD -- by flung from ZuneSphere
• Xbox LIVE Preview Program: Zune, Facebook and Twitter -- by bryan646 from zune « WordPress.com Tag Feed
• Opinion: So Hot Right Now: Top 10 Gadgetell posts for the week of September 27, 2009 -- by NEWS from Gadgetell
• Opinion: Keep Out of Direct Sunlight -- by Zealot from Mobility Site
• Zune HD Mini Review -- by Ousmane Mariko from zune « WordPress.com Tag Feed
• Opinion: First post: Zune Software 4.0 -- by schultzz from zune « WordPress.com Tag Feed
• Zune HD review - setup and initial impressions -- by Russ from zune « WordPress.com Tag Feed
• Ars Technica Reviews the Zune HD -- by Adam Krebs from Zune Thoughts.com
• Opinion: Who’s on Crack in Tech: 09.18.09 -- by JG Mason from Gadgetell

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Review: Microsoft Zune HD

02 Oct 2009 14:30:50 PDT

Written by Eli Blumenthal
The Zune HD Overall, the Zune HD is a big step up from the previous 2 generations of Zune, and something we definitely look forward to see more of in upcoming Zune devices. Texas Hold’em on the Zune HD The Zune HD For the last week or so we were able to spend some good ‘ol time with Microsoft

Original story at teentechblog.com .

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Zune HD Review: The PMP, Evolved

16 Sep 2009 08:00:00 PDT

Written by Dan Nosowitz
The big question: Can the Zune HD compete with the iPod Touch? I get the sense that Microsoft isn't trying to, exactly. Zune as Media Center The Zune HD is, like the other Zunes, Windows only. It can only sync with the Zune software, which is restricted to Windows.

Original story at Gizmodo .

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Opinion: Zune HD: Third time's the charm?

15 Sep 2009 07:03:09 PDT

Written by Dwight
And, interestingly, some of the "magic" is missing. Gone is the ability to "squirt" songs from one Zune to another, which probably is no great loss. I only ever found one other Zune user to do this with, and it was in a room full of Microsoft employees at CES.

Original story at Houston Chronicle .

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Opinion: Why Isn't The Zune Launched Internationally Yet?

11 Sep 2009 10:00:00 PDT

Written by Jason Dunn
Second reason? Maybe Microsoft feels that the Zune Pass is SO important that they can't/won't launch Zune Marketplace without it. It's quite integral to the Zune experience - many new Zune features rely on the customer having a Zune Pass - so maybe Microsoft isn't launching in new markets...

Original story at Zune Thoughts.com .

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Opinion: Reactions of a Zune Fan to the September 2009 iPod Announcements

08 Sep 2009 17:33:00 PDT

Written by Jason Dunn
Good to hear Steve Jobs is healthy - organ donation is so important. I've signed my organs away if something happens to me, and you should too. If you're dead, they won't do you any more good, so why not share?1.8 billion applications downloaded - that's a huge, impressive number. Apps matter. Mi...

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Opinion: Zune HD TV Interface Makes It a Media Center For Your Pocket

13 Aug 2009 21:10:00 PDT

Written by Wilson Rothman
I was trying to figure out what it was about the Zune HD's TV interface that I was enjoying so much, and then I realized: Unlike every other device of its size and capacity, this thing is a true portable media center. It's not as fast as a fully fledged PC running Windows Media Center, but it is zi...

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Opinion: Say Hello to the Zune HD

26 May 2009 14:50:00 PDT

Written by Jason Dunn
The Zune HD is designed from the ground up to take on the iPod Touch head to head. The hardware design is completely different from previous Zunes - one look at the sleek thinness tells you that. Microsoft wanted to get some information out about the Zune HD, but they're not spilling all the det...

Original story at Zune Thoughts.com .

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Hardware Review: Zune 120GB MP3/Video Player

18 Mar 2009 10:42:19 PDT

Written by BOMB Matt
Supported audio formats include AAC (Apple iTunes), MP3, WMA (Microsoft’s format), and WMA Lossless. I have to ask, can ANYONE bother to support OGG? Probably not, it’s primarily a Linux thing, and this IS a Microsoft platform, in a Windows world. Buy Zune 120 GB Video MP3 Player

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Opinion: Jeff Blankenburg gives 10 factors of Zune vs. iPod

07 Jan 2009 07:22:36 PST

Written by jonbox
With the FM Radio capability, I’m sold. Add in the Zune Pass, and it’s a no brainer. Games is a plus, an opinion from my wife who loves Texas Hold’em and Sudoku, and my 7 yr old who likes Checkers. That’s why 4 of 5 in my house own a Zune, even the 7 year old (who’s a big fan).

Original story at MSDN Blogs .

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Opinion: Yep, We're Doing Those Things

11 Sep 2008 11:20:05 PDT

Written by Cesar Menendez
As you’ve seen, some Zune bits and pieces have been hitting the interwebs…especially the great finds from our fans! Today I’m very excited to admit announce the Zune 3.0 fall update, available for download September 16. Whether you’ve been with us since day one with a Zune 30 or are just head...

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Opinion: Windows Mobile Out of Place at Microsoft's Party?

20 May 2008 21:56:00 PDT

Written by Jon Westfall
It's been a week of technological upgrades for me in the Entertainment realm. Prior to Saturday, the last console system I'd owned was 8-bit Nintendo, my smartphone was my only music player that was updated (as I'd outgrown my 30 GB Zune and my 60 GB iPod's screen was just too small anymore),...

Original story at Pocket PC Thoughts .

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Opinion: What's Really Happening with the Zune

08 May 2008 20:42:51 PDT

Written by Aaron
Zune is going to let the small bands win. Being the underdog has allowed Microsoft to innovate, and with the Zune they have. The only question is how long it will take people to realize that being an Apple fanboy isn't the best choice for people who truly want to hear new and good music. I bough...

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Opinion: Seriously, Where's the Zune Support for Mac? [Zune]

07 May 2008 12:25:30 PDT

Written by Adrian Covert
Devices And Platforms Should Never Be Exclusive: The iPod never really took off until it began supporting Windows with it's 2G iteration. Of course, Apple had more to gain from opening up to a much, much larger Windows user base, but it never hurts to make a product more widely available to t...

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Opinion: Hello Zune, We Meet Again

06 May 2008 19:53:19 PDT

So "Meet Again" is a bit of a misnomer since I use my Zune everyday but each time an update comes out it always feels like I'm relearning the Zune all over again. This time it's the Zune 2.5 Spring 2008 Update and like every previous update I have a love/hate relationship with it. The Love

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Review: Microsoft Zune

16 Dec 2007 19:09:11 PST

I had some real reservations with Dawngrrl handed me this little gift bag with a new 8GB Microsoft Zune in it. I had been wanting one for quite awhile, but being the guy with 3 iPods (2 now, I sold one!) I wasn’t sure if this little gadget would find it’s way into the rotation. I took it out of the pac...

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Opinion: Complete Guide to Zune 2's Software and Firmware [Microsoft Zune]

12 Nov 2007 16:10:19 PST

Written by Jason Chen
vs. iTunes: What used to be quite a close match between the Zune suite and iTunes has turned into a one-sided first round knockout for iTunes. Apple's changed iTunes very little since a year ago, but Microsoft has completely re-vamped their offering. We'd rather them de-vamp this, take a loo...

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Opinion: What the Zune needs to be insanely great

21 Nov 2006 05:36:53 PST

Written by Dwight
Anyway, here's what I think Microsoft needs to do to make the Zune live up to its potential: Lose the software. The Zune's media management software is an unnecessary duplication of what's available in Windows Media Player 11. Instead, it should be a plug-in for WMP11.

Original story at Houston Chronicle .

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Opinion: iTunes vs. Zune Software: What's Right For Your Music?

15 Nov 2006 10:00:09 PST

Written by Jason Chen
When we're making a comparison between the iPod and the Zune, it's also important to note that the software makes a big difference in your music experience. You'll have to use the software suite extensively for both playing back music at your computer and organizing songs onto your portab...

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Zune: First Full Review

03 Nov 2006 11:08:55 PST

Written by Jason Chen
Microsoft was kind enough to get us some hands-on time with the Zune, not batting an eye as we eagerly slided the player down our pants, enjoying the material it was made out of. Our thoughts first, then a gallery later. So the big news: The Zune will be upgradeable. How? Let us explain...

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