[LaW]Maverick October 5, 2006 Share [LaW]Maverick Member October 5, 2006 Personally, I'm going to pre-order a Zune on friday (probably). I've read a lot about them, and Microsoft's initial releases on hardware are always good. My original XBOX had no trouble, and neither has my 360. I know it's basically a revamped..uh...I can't remember which brand, but I'm thinking Toshiba or Samsung, but the key word is "revamped" I love the idea of WiFi sharing and the fact that I don't have to plug into a computer to log on and buy a song if I want to. Who knows, maybe I'll pay for my songs! It's a novel idea...I know They're also launching with it several accessory packs to complement it, and they are quite attractive. So what do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGeek October 5, 2006 Share TheGeek Member October 5, 2006 I've never heard of the Zune, and I'm lazy. Linky? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stutters October 5, 2006 Share stutters GC Alumni October 5, 2006 it's all about the 'pod, baby. the biggest reason i'm anti-zune? the proposed wifi implementation SUCKS. it's nothing more than a glorified bluetooth, and basically only zune to zune. if you're going to wifi the device, make it fully wifi-able. let me connect to the web, email, myspace (lol) and most imporatantly, to my legal torrent sharing services itunes store or zunetune store. it'd also make sense to incorporate a smartphone/pda feature. one can dream, right? @ lazy pants: http://www.digg.com/?s=zune Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGeek October 5, 2006 Share TheGeek Member October 5, 2006 I prefer cd's still Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stutters October 5, 2006 Share stutters GC Alumni October 5, 2006 <looks at topic> where does cd fit into the "zune vs. ipod" discussion? feel free to start your own "cd vs portable mp3 device" thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGeek October 5, 2006 Share TheGeek Member October 5, 2006 Okay then. I prefer the zune. Becuase I am anti-apple software and hardware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magruter October 5, 2006 Share Magruter Member October 5, 2006 Mav, can you tell us more about the accessories package? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akaM2 October 5, 2006 Share akaM2 Member October 5, 2006 Okay then. I prefer the zune. Becuase I am anti-apple software and hardware. good reason. I will be getting an ipod soon, i love apple, computers and mp3 players. I will wait on the Zune, if it becomes amazing like the ipod did, maybe i will buy it but i love my old 2nd Gen ipod so im gonna get a new ipod for now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[LaW]Maverick October 5, 2006 Author Share [LaW]Maverick Member October 5, 2006 Perhaps the most appealing to me is the home A/V pack. It comes with any accessory you need to sync the thing with you PC, to plug it directly into your stereo, and even comes with a remote. Why do I like this so much? Well, with an Ipod there are a million and one accessories you pop your ipod into to make it a stereo. The home A/V pack comes with a cradle that connects to any of your home A/V stuff, including your TV. That means you can pop your Zune in, sit back in the chair of your choice, and control the music without having to get up thanks to the handy-dandy remote. You can do it with your existing stereo, and still get the "cool feeling" of just being able to plug the thing in and sit, no messing around with wires more than once. The cradle is nice, and accessories that have Ipod cradles are one of the reasons the thing is a success. The travel kit is also nice. It comes with retractable "fashionable" headphones. (I could care less 'bout fashion, but it's a selling point). It also comes with a case and all the syncing stuff. It also comes with more charging methods (car, USB, etc.). I'll see if I can find a link a lil' later to post up the packages. Why do I like it over the Ipod? Well, I agree that crippling the WiFi is...well...dumb, but you can bet it'll be hacked within a month or 2 of launch or there will be 3rd party software out there to add capability to the connection. The main reason, however, is itunes...I hate Apple's software. I use it regularly, and I have to tell ya' that Creative has better software for mp3 players. Also, MS is trying to be a little less exclusive...I think. The Zune will have its Zune specific accessories, but it looks to me like MS is trying more to incoroporate it into the A/V stuff you already have rather than replace it all like Apple does. I also hate the touch wheel. That's purely a taste thing though. The Zune is cheaper and has more features. The Zune has a better screen. That 'bout sums it up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOFX October 5, 2006 Share NOFX Member October 5, 2006 <looks at topic>where does cd fit into the "zune vs. ipod" discussion? feel free to start your own "cd vs portable mp3 device" thread. I prefer 8 tracks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[LaW]Maverick October 5, 2006 Author Share [LaW]Maverick Member October 5, 2006 what about reel to reels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magruter October 5, 2006 Share Magruter Member October 5, 2006 The wife has an ipod, i think about getting a zune just see the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z3RO October 5, 2006 Share Z3RO Member October 5, 2006 n00bs its all about da spoons and da kazoo. but relly i have a video ipod and its awsome im not fond of apple at all. hate itunes i use win amp but relly my only complaint for teh ipod is that apple couldnt put the most obvious feture on thier program the ablility to get songs off ur ipod onto ur computer errr its so frusterrating. and as far as the zune goes i was to cheap to by my own ipod <3 christmas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magruter October 5, 2006 Share Magruter Member October 5, 2006 Please take the time and copy and paste your posts into a word document... Then run a spell check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[LaW]Maverick October 5, 2006 Author Share [LaW]Maverick Member October 5, 2006 Please take the time and copy and paste your posts into a word document... Then run a spell check. I agree...to an English major and professional writer...that pained me to read...lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimmpp October 5, 2006 Share Chimmpp Member October 5, 2006 S.J. you saying that it can be used like an Ipod in a car, and connect with the radio? If so Im gunna def try to get one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metallurgic October 5, 2006 Share Metallurgic Member October 5, 2006 I would never get an ipod because of: Proprietary audio format Needs iTunes Hardly any features Expensive Short battery life I will have to do some research on the Zune; I have never heard of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akaM2 October 5, 2006 Share akaM2 Member October 5, 2006 I would never get an ipod because of: Proprietary audio format Needs iTunes Hardly any features Expensive Short battery life I will have to do some research on the Zune; I have never heard of it. wrong, it takes any audio format except wma wrong again 249 for 30gb? thats expensive? same price as zune i believe ya 20hrs is way to short for HD player and not Flash, actually its very good battery life BTW Maverick, I have the Apple A/V connection kit for the ipod and it has a remote and everything too, sounds great on my stereo. And mine is a 2nd Gen Proven Mp3 player vs something that could be good or bad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z3RO October 5, 2006 Share Z3RO Member October 5, 2006 i abslutly refuse to spell check if u dont like it dont read it spelling was never any good for me and id appricate it if u wouldnt bring it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EbilDustBunny October 6, 2006 Share EbilDustBunny GC Alumni October 6, 2006 Maverick' date='Oct 5 2006, 01:24 PM' post='369845']Personally, I'm going to pre-order a Zune on friday (probably). I've read a lot about them, and Microsoft's initial releases on hardware are always good. My original XBOX had no trouble, and neither has my 360. I know it's basically a revamped..uh...I can't remember which brand, but I'm thinking Toshiba or Samsung, but the key word is "revamped" I love the idea of WiFi sharing and the fact that I don't have to plug into a computer to log on and buy a song if I want to. Who knows, maybe I'll pay for my songs! It's a novel idea...I know They're also launching with it several accessory packs to complement it, and they are quite attractive. So what do you guys think? I wait... to see if it flops or flys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyG October 6, 2006 Share ArmyG Member October 6, 2006 get XM radio for your car. it is sooooooo awesome. forget ipods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EbilDustBunny October 6, 2006 Share EbilDustBunny GC Alumni October 6, 2006 I like buying my music... I love collecting the CDs for some reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shazz October 6, 2006 Share Shazz Member October 6, 2006 get XM radio for your car. it is sooooooo awesome. forget ipods. I agree! I have 2 XM radios...one for each car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EbilDustBunny October 6, 2006 Share EbilDustBunny GC Alumni October 6, 2006 my car is too crappy for any "upgrades" But i'm going to drive it until... a. It blows up b. I win the lottery c. The government proclaims my car as some kinda of hazard, but still can't get me to get a new car and gives me one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discom October 6, 2006 Share discom Member October 6, 2006 get XM radio for your car. it is sooooooo awesome. you gotta be kidding me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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