As expected, Microsoft has released a new firmware of its Zune HD music player. The v4.5 brings in some handy features like SmartDJ, additional codecs and access to Marketplace on TV-out via the connected AV dock. Zune HD users can get the update from the Zune PC software. For now, check out this small […]
64GB Zune HD coming on April 12
Microsoft has officially announced the 64GB Zune HD, which we saw a few days back. The device will be available for $349.99 from April 12 through Zuneoriginals.com or about $50 cheaper than the iPod touch with the same storage. The new Zune HD will store double the content and can store up to 16,000 […]
64GB Zune HD makes an appearance on website
Zune HD is currently available in 16 and 32GB capacities and if this accidental appearance is taken into account, Microsoft will sell a 64GB variant soon. The release date is not known but since Microsoft hasn’t taken the text down despite the discovery, it possibly hints that the launch could be sooner than expected. […]
Facebook for Zune HD now available
Zune HD users can connect with friends on world’s largest social network. Microsoft has released the highly anticipated Facebook app (after Twitter) for Zune HD and is now available for download from the Zune Marketplace. The app allows user to view/update their status, post photos, videos, view profiles as well as receive messages through […]
Zune HD gets Twitter app
Zune HD has got its first native client for Twitter. Users using Zune HD can now grab the Twitter app from the Marketplace for free. Engadget says that although it’s one of the best looking Twitter clients, the functioning is horrendously buggy. To add insult to injury, Microsoft is censoring out swears which seems […]
Zune HD gets the teardown treatment
iFixit synonymous for giving new shiny gadgets a dissection treatment, have gone forward to disassemble Microsoft Zune HD. The PMP as iFixit reckons, is easier to dissect than Cupertino’s offering. On the inside, there were not many surprises as the iPod touch but few interesting things discovered were – a 660mAh battery, Samsung made […]
Zune HD coming tomorrow, discounted already
Zune HD hits US retail shelves tomorrow and if you haven’t pre-ordered but wanting to buy it on the launch day, here’s a deal that offers a good discount. Dell is offering a 15% discount on both the Zune HD SKUs along with free 2 day shipping with the 16GB will cost a nice […]
Zune HD to be restricted to US, at least for now
With Microsoft’s decent effort to pull some off iPod market share, it was certain that Microsoft would launch its Tegra rocking Zune HD outside their homeland. Well, guess what? They confirmed to Ars Technica yesterday that Zune HD will be sold only in US. Ok, it’s initially but still. “For the time being the […]
Video: Zune HD demoed in detail
Sure, we know almost everything about Zune HD but if you want more of it, you can check out this 6min long video. Brian Seitz from the Zune Team gives the demo who explains the UI in detail, reveals the browser, keyboard and finally plays HD Radio. [Via TechFlash]
Zune HD available for pre-order: 16GB for $219.99 and 32GB for $289.99
Microsoft has put an end to all the rumors surrounding Zune HD by announcing the release date as well the price. The D-day is set for September 15 and will come in capacities of 16GB and 32GB which will cost $219.99 and $289.99 respectively. To sweeten things up, Microsoft Store and other retailers have […]