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Microsoft Zune HD
$220.00
Released September, 2009
The Pros:WiFi connectivity. OLED touchscreen display. HD radio receiver.
The Cons:Sold in the USA only. HD video output requires dock which is sold separately. Generally lacking applications compared to more mature devices / platforms.
Announced in late May 2009 after months of rumors, the Zune HD is the next generation Zune MP3 player from Microsoft. Featuring an OLED touchscreen display, HD radio receiver, WiFi and a built-in Internet browser, the device will utilize the latest Nvidia Tegra GPU for HD video output capabilities.
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The device, tied to Microsoft's current music service, will also be compatible with the 360's XBox LIVE Video Marketplace. Currently available for pre-order, the device will launch September 16th for 219.99 for a 16GB version, or $289.99 for a 32GB version with enhanced platinum finish.
User Reviews (41)
Pros & Cons
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can output high definition 720p video
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Cheaper alternative to Ipod Touch
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Zune Pass, unlimited music for 15 dollars, plus 10 songs you get to keep
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Battery life (33 hours for music, 8.5 hours for video)
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better sound quality than iPod (if using third-party headphones)
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can play WMA files as well as MP3 and AAC files
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Customizable back through Zune Originals Store
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durable build - avoids scratches that are painfully evident on competing devices
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lightweight build at 74 grams (current gen iPod touch: 115grams)
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Automatic pictures and biographies of artists loaded onto device.
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Facebook application (as of March 2nd 2010)
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better music-listening experience than competing products
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available in 16, 32, 64GB (late March 2010 announcement) - same as the iPod Touch
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HD Dock outputs to 720p using HDMI port and cable
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recent price drops undercut the competitors'
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charges fast: 2hrs with wall charger, 3hrs from USB (current gen iPod touch needs at least 4hrs)
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HD video output requires dock which is sold separately
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generally lacking applications compared to more mature devices / platforms
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app store isn't as mature as Apple's
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applications are slow to start
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No custom audio EQ, which only has presets
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64GB option was late to market compared to the Touch
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built to promote proprietary audio and video stores
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Doesnt have true hd (1080p)
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applications and browsing experience aren't as nice as the iPod Touch / iPhone
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No Matroska (.MKV) support
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No MSC support (Drag n' Drop)
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Poor operating system support (MS Windows only)
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earbuds are crap -- spring for a third-party headset
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480x272 screen resolution - current gen iPod Touch has 480x320
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Subscription based Zune Pass - you do not own the tracks you get.
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Zune is so far about the only PMP that can't play Blu-Ray "Digital Copy" files.
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