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Microsoft Zune 8GB Red MP3 Player

The Zune 8GB Media Player easily connects you with your music, videos, and pictures wherever and whenever you want, and unlike the iPod, it even has a built-in FM tuner so you can keep up with local news and sports. Your Zune gives you the power to wirelessly share full-length tracks, playlists, pictures and podcasts with your other Zune-wielding friends. And when you receive songs that you just cannot get out of your head, you can easily tag the songs and buy them the next time you sync up. Whether you are listening to music, radio, or rocking out to the latest music videos on the bright, roomy screen, the Zune allows you to tailor your entertainment, right in the palm of your hand. 8GB digital media player stores up to 2,000 songs, 25,000 pictures or 25 hours of video.

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Microsoft Zune 8GB Red MP3 Player

Interface
Audio Output Connectors	Audio - 1/8" Mini (3.5mm)
System Connectivity	USB

Memory
Total Included Memory	8 GB
Storage Media Supported	Internal Flash Drive

Video Quality
Diagonal Screen Size	1.8 in
Display Type	Color LCD
Video Format	H.264\|MOV\|MPEG-4\|WMV
Video Playback	Yes

Compatibility
Network Architecture Supported	Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11b\|Wireless Ethernet - IEEE802.11g
System Compatibility	PC

Audio Quality
Audio Codecs Supported	AAC\|MP3\|WMA

Warranty
Warranty Information	1 Year Limited Warranty

Dimensions
Height	3.6 in
Width	1.6 in
Depth	0.35 in
Weight	1.7 oz

Battery
Battery Life (Audio)	25 hour(s)
Battery Life (Video)	4 hour(s)

More Info
URL	http://www.zune.net/en-us/mp3players/zune8/default.htm

Features
General Features	Photo Viewer\|Radio Tuner

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Microsoft Zune 8GB Red MP3 Player

Reviewed by: AlexanderAkulick

06-26-08

Duration of ownership: 3 Months

Strengths: Mineral glass LCD cover, beautiful red finish, touch pad and click controls, easy interface, loaded with custom settings and menu features, very thin and light, FM radio with digital information

Weaknesses:Supplied earphones are a little too large for my ears. Doesn't come with a protective leather case.

Overall Evaluation: The 8 GB. offers great sound whether using the FM radio or the the other media formats. MP3s, WMAs, CDs, or purchased media, are simple to install using the software interface - and the conversion and sync to the player keeps storage use way down without compromising sound quality. I purchased Sennheiser PXC250 headphones and overcame the poor fit of the factory supplied earplugs - but even the earplugs offered great sound reproduction. Stereo separation using either the radio or media formats is remarkably excellent using whatever stereo headphones you connect. Treble and Bass response is also high to very good. You won't be hearing any distortion from the Zune so long as the media was good to begin with - and the FM radio is a strong one offering 20 pre-sets and a very easy and fast station search feature. That radio also formats for European and Japanese stations if travel is in your schedule. Operation of the Zune is flawless, and you get updates to improve the firmware with each new advancement. Just connect the Zune to your computer, the software program will open, and you can install the latest firmware when prompted. One thing to note is the software doesn't install to Windows XP Professional X64, and there are two different versions for the X64 (64-bit) and X86 (32-bit) Operating Systems that are supported. I use my Zune with Vista Ultimate X64 and XP Professional 32-bit with zero problems. The 8 GB. size also offers enough storage to prevent the need for frequent changes to the stored music. The small physical size of the 8 GB. Zune makes it an ideal companion while working or working out. I keep mine protected in the belt case that came with the Sennheisers I purchased, while the Zune isn't in use. You will want a protective case of some type to protect the Zune - although it has survived several drops in my use without protection and has sustained no damage. Still, I might have just been lucky. The battery life is also excellent. The FM radio is the largest power hog of the features and even it will play all day long before needing a battery recharge. I typically use my Zune 2-3 days before it needs a recharge. The video screen also consumes some power, but the Zune will play a four hour video from a fully charged state to a full discharge and the settings features can lower the amount of time it stays on when not watching a video. Hold onto you hat. The wi-fi will blow you away! I have my Zune paired with my Linksys WRT350N router with my computers and it works like a champ using the latest security protocols (your computer actually sets this up while you use the USB charging/data cord). No it's not wireless-N, but it is wireless-B and G. That also allows you to sync your Zune with the Zune of another - and transfer media back and forth. If you were expecting anything cheap about the appearance of the 8 GB. Zune, forget it. This is one solid little candy bar you'll really enjoy at 1.7 ounces. Also, consider the Zune to be "feature rich" as it definitely is. The only exception to the quality found here might be the factory earpieces - but they are easily replaced! I already hear an echo in the back of my head - "iPod who?".

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Microsoft Zune 8GB (Red)

Wireless and video support may be overkill on a device this size, but the 8GB Zune offers some interesting options as a flash player.

Is full wireless syncing support appropriate for a flash-based player? Microsoft's $199 8GB Zune certainly ships with a raft of features, but unless you need a light player with wireless functions, you'll probably be able to find better values elsewhere.

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