Zune HD: More Than Just Another Media Player

Portable media players are becoming increasingly appreciated since they combine the portability of audio MP3 with video capability. Zune HD is an advanced touchscreen media player that gives pretty sound competition to comparable models such as the iPod.

Zune HD boasts a high-definition OLED display and can play anything from movies to videos, while still retaining the primary music playing features, in addition to HD Radio tuning options. Zune offers pretty impressive video outputs, which can be linked to external displays including your HD television, via the in-built A/V ports. With the Zune, Microsoft has expanded its client base into the arena of portable MP3 players, with options to seamlessly synchronize the online Zune Marketplace with XBox Live. On the downside, Apple users may be disappointed that the device cannot integrate with a Mac, although this could change in a future release.

The basic Zune interface comes with innovative desktop software, easily interlinked with Windows based PCs. This top of the line gadget is built as a sleek, glossy touchscreen model with a prominent 3.3 inch display. As distinctive in looks as in operation, the Zune is powered by Tegra APX which makes it an ideal buy for users looking to combine crisp and vivid graphics with high-quality music.

Zune occupies a distinctive zone among regular MP3 players in the integration of subscription music into the main interface. This is feature that may receive mixed reviews primarily because only a select range of users are willing to pay for additional quality, and for others subscription models may just not work. A range of free apps make up for it though and gamers will find some great picks. For ardent gaming fans, Microsoft promises 3D gaming, and given the scope of Tegra Zune users can truly look toward some innovative game releases.

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