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Reviews of the Zune HD (32GB - platinum)

  • 7.0

    wired.com

    By Mark McClusky | September 15, 2009

    Review Summary: Ah, the Zune. Born back in 2006 as Microsoft's attempt to compete with the mighty iPod, it's languished, largely unloved by the marketplace. Each fall since then has seen the launch of a new version of the hardware, and each has seen it quietly fade ...

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  • 8.0

    digitaltrends.com

    By Nick Mokey | September 15, 2009

    Review Summary: Microsoft's take on the iPod Touch hits hard with video capability, but falls short on multitasking.

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  • 10

    devhardware.com

    By Joe Eitel | August 17, 2009

    Review Summary: Competition is fierce no matter what business you're in, but it's extraordinarily competitive between Zune and iPod in the MP3 player market. There's always pressure to make something better, smaller, more jam-packed with features, etc. This article ...

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Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.

Part number: END-00002

General

  • Product type Digital player / radio
  • PC interface(s) supported Wi-Fi, Hi-Speed USB
  • Flash memory installed 32 GB Integrated
  • Digital storage None
  • Weight 2.6 oz
  • Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.1 in x 0.4 in x 4 in
  • Color Platinum silver
  • Available body colors Black, Platinum silver
  • Included accessories 3 pairs of ear tips
  • Software type Drivers & Utilities

Digital Player / Recorder

  • Supported digital audio standards AAC, MP3, WMA, WMAPro
  • Playback modes Random play / shuffle
  • ID3 tags support Yes
  • Additional features MPEG-4 playback, JPEG photo playback, Variable bit-rate compatible

Built-in Display

  • Audio system built-in display OLED
  • Diagonal size 3.3 in
  • Resolution 480 x 272
  • Display menu language French, English, Spanish
  • Features Touch screen

Audio Features

  • Sound output mode Stereo
  • Additional features WMV playback, Web browsing, Built-in games, H.264 playback, MPEG-4 playback, Built-in FM radio, Wireless music download

Video Playback Features

  • Video playback support WMV, MPEG-4
  • Still image format JPEG

CD System

  • CD system type None
  • Digital audio standards supported MP3, WMA, CBR, VBR, AAC

Radio

  • Tuner type Digital 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 33 hour(s)
  • Recharge time 2 hour(s)

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User Opinions

  • 8 star rating

    8/10 Average user ratingfrom 1 user

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  • 8/10

    ZUNE

    cameljockey | 09/23/09

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Zune HD (32GB - platinum)

Buying Choices

Zune HD 32GB Platinum MP3 Player from 1 online store: Lowest Price: $289.00

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