Reviews of the Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
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CNET Review
The Good: The 80GB Microsoft Zune MP3 player features a 3.2-inch glass LCD; a user-friendly interface; exceptional navigation control; audio and video podcast support; a superlative FM radio with RBDS information; wireless syncing and sharing; high-quality earphones; revamped Zune Marketplace PC software; Zune Pass subscription music support; good audio quality; and a built-in composite-video output.
The Bad: The Zune is a PC-only device that requires its own software and still does not support older WMA-DRM9 music files; Zune Marketplace does not offer TV or movie downloads; the USB connection is proprietary; no Wi-Fi music streaming; and the EQ feature has been removed.
The Bottom Line: The Zune has blossomed from an ugly duckling into a worthy iPod alternative.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 76/100 and users 80/100. Comparing these reviews to 407534 other MP3 Players reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 92/100 = Excellent.
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No Rating
goodgearguide.com.au
Review Summary: If you prefer something extremely lightweight that integrates with a lot of third-party speakers and accessories, the fourth-generation 16GB iPod Nanos may be a better choice. All of these devices are available for about the same price as the Zune, so ...
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pcworld.com
Review Summary: Other updates include Audible.com audiobook support, a couple of free games (Texas Hold 'Em and a puzzle game), and a home-screen clock
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No Rating
pcmag.com
Review Summary: Calling the Zune 16GB a new product is a bit of a stretch. With no real hardware changes, and the ability to load the new software onto any of the older models, we're basically looking at the same old player with a paint job, a capacity upgrade, and ...
Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
Part number: HPA-00001
General
- Product type Digital player / radio
- PC interface(s) supported Wi-Fi, Hi-Speed USB
- Digital storage Built-in 80 GB Hard disk drive
- Weight 4.5 oz
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.4 in x 0.5 in x 4.3 in
- Color Black
- Included accessories 6 ear tips
Digital Player / Recorder
- Supported digital audio standards AAC, MP3, WMA, WMAPro, Audible
- Playback modes Random play / shuffle
- ID3 tags support Yes
- External hard drive function Yes
- Additional features MPEG-4 playback, JPEG photo playback, Variable bit-rate compatible
Built-in Display
- Audio system built-in display LCD
- Diagonal size 3.2 in
- Resolution 320 x 240
- Display menu language French, English, Spanish
Audio Features
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Built-in clock Digital clock
- Additional features Built-in games
CD System
- CD system type None
Radio
- Tuner type Radio tuner
- Tuner bands FM
- Station memo display Yes
Remote Control
- Remote control None
Headphones
- Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Connectivity technology Wired
Connectivity
- Cable(s) included 1 x Data cable - External
- Connector type 1 x Headphones / composite video, 1 x Docking station
Battery / Power
- Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
- Mfr estimated battery life 24 hour(s)
- Recharge time 2 hour(s)
System Requirements
- Operating system Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista
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