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Reviews of the Zune (30GB, brown)

  • No Rating

    mobilitytoday.com

    By David Ciccone | December 12, 2006

    Review Summary: A few months ago Microsoft made a commitment in providing a competitor to the Apple iPOD. Mobility Today has had the wonderful opportunity to receive a Zune for review in which we will go over all the aspects of the Zune. Please note this review will ...

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  • 5.5

    digitaltrends.com

    By Ian Bell | November 27, 2006

    Review Summary: Sometimes, if your partners can't get the job done, you just have to do it yourself. And this is exactly what Microsoft is trying to do with the introduction of the Zune, a portable...

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  • 8.1

    pcworld.com

    By Eric Dahl | November 21, 2006

    Review Summary: Ultimately, the Zune is an intriguing mix of innovation and lack of execution. Though its current wireless implementation disappoints, Microsoft's first MP3 player is a decent all-around media player. The iPod remains the king of the hill here, but if ...

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  • 8.0

    laptopmag.com

    By Mark Spoonauer | November 20, 2006

    Review Summary: The new Microsoft Zune is flash-based and flashy.

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Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.

Part number: JS8-00003

General

  • Product type Digital player
  • PC interface(s) supported Wi-Fi, Hi-Speed USB
  • Digital storage Built-in 30 GB Hard disk drive
  • Weight 5.6 oz
  • Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.4 in x 0.6 in x 4.4 in
  • Color Brown

Digital Player / Recorder

  • Supported digital audio standards AAC, MP3, WMA
  • Playback modes Random play / shuffle
  • Additional features Variable bit-rate compatible

Built-in Display

  • Audio system built-in display LCD
  • Diagonal size 3 in
  • Resolution 320 x 240

Audio Features

  • Sound output mode Stereo
  • Additional features WMV playback, H.264 playback, MPEG-4 playback, Built-in FM radio, Upgradeable firmware, USB 2.0 compatibility

Radio

  • Tuner bands FM

Remote Control

  • Remote control None

Connectivity

  • Connector type 1 x Headphones Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm

Battery / Power

  • Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
  • Mfr estimated battery life 14 hour(s)
  • Battery capacity 700 mAh

System Requirements

  • Operating system Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP SP2

Sustainability

  • CNET Labs: Battery drain test / audio playback 793.395 min

Product Photos

  • overview
  • palm
  • buttons
  • pocket

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