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Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)

Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.   Part number: HPA-00001
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CNET Editors' rating: 8.3 out of 10
Average user rating: 7.6 out of 10


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CNET Editors' review - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
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Excellent

8.3

out of 10
CNET Editor's rating: 8.3 out of 10
Reviewed by Donald Bell
Review date: 11/12/07
Release date: 11/12/07

The good: The 80GB Microsoft Zune MP3 player features a 3.2-inch glass LCD; a user-friendly interface; exceptional navigation control; audio and video podcast support; a superlative FM radio with RBDS information; wireless syncing and sharing; high-quality earphones; revamped Zune Marketplace PC software; Zune Pass subscription music support; good audio quality; and a built-in composite-video output.

The bad: The Zune is a PC-only device that requires its own software and still does not support older WMA-DRM9 music files; Zune Marketplace does not offer TV or movie downloads; the USB connection is proprietary; no Wi-Fi music streaming; and the EQ feature has been removed.

The bottom line: The Zune has blossomed from an ugly duckling into a worthy iPod alternative.

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User opinions - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
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Very good

7.6

out of 10
Average user rating from 288 users

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7 out of 10 - Very good
Pretty good, but too many head scratchers
Let me start off this review by saying I bought this Zune to replace a Creative ZEN Micro 5GB from... Read more
by Faztang (see profile) - December 6, 2007

65 out of 65 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Much, much Better than iPod 80GB for the following reasons:
My pros and cons are above, however let me repeat myself:

1. Gorgeous screen - better than... Read more
by mgurmgur (see profile) - November 13, 2007

341 out of 366 users found this user opinion helpful.
2 comments posted to this opinion

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Great balance between everything a good mp3 should have, with extra quality...
My iPod broke a week after my apple-care plan ended, so in frustration I bought a Zune. ... Read more
by MLZaccaroCT (see profile) - October 30, 2007

107 out of 122 users found this user opinion helpful.
3 comments posted to this opinion

10 out of 10 - Perfect
Best MP3 Video Media Player
The Zune in my opinion is one of the best media players on the market. Its main the competitor has... Read more
by jdshald (see profile) - October 18, 2007

136 out of 161 users found this user opinion helpful.
1 comment posted to this opinion

2 out of 10 - Terrible
Good hardware, terrible software
In terms of the software: This is where things get quite disappointing. The first generation... Read more
by ukergin (see profile) - December 9, 2007

121 out of 182 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
The Best Kept Secret in the MP3 Player Biz
"Zune, The best Mp3 player you've never heard of"

Why should You Buy The Zune over the... Read more
by carguy1718 (see profile) - November 18, 2007

45 out of 50 users found this user opinion helpful.

8 out of 10 - Excellent
From an actual Zune 80GB owner
The Zune 80 is an elegant device with a cool touch pad controller and and HUGE (relatively) 3.5... Read more
by Zwerski (see profile) - December 5, 2007

41 out of 41 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Excellent Player
I have owned several ipods and was considering upgrading to the ipod classic 80gb. I have 40gb of... Read more
by swdude987 (see profile) - November 21, 2007

26 out of 26 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
First time buying Zune, NO Regrets!
The funny thing is, I never bought into the Zune, until I looked into it, read the critism, and... Read more
by frmtheash (see profile) - November 29, 2007

21 out of 21 users found this user opinion helpful.

10 out of 10 - Perfect
Best DAP of all time
This is so far the best DAP in it's class, because it has much more features than anyone else that... Read more
by Crazysamz (see profile) - November 17, 2007

20 out of 20 users found this user opinion helpful.





Full specifications - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
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Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
Part number: HPA-00001
General
Width 2.4 in
Depth 0.5 in
Product type Digital player
Height 4.3 in
PC interface(s) supported Wi-Fi, Hi-Speed USB
Weight 4.5 oz
Color Black
Digital storage Built-in 80 GB Hard disk drive
Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.4 in x 0.5 in x 4.3 in
Included accessories 3 ear tips, Digital player sync cable
Packaged quantity 1
Digital storage media capacity 80 GB
Digital storage media type Hard disk drive
Digital storage media form factor Built-in
Digital Player / Recorder
Digital player supported digital audio standards AAC, MP3, WMA
Digital player playback modes Random play / shuffle
Digital player additional features Variable bit-rate compatible
Battery
Rechargeable Battery Rechargeable
Battery Enclosure Type Integrated
Technology Lithium ion
Recharge Time 2 hour(s)
Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
Mfr estimated battery life 20 hour(s)
Battery Life Details Music playback (wireless off) 20 hour(s), Pictures 5 hour(s), Video playback 5 hour(s)
Audio System
Sound output mode Stereo
Connections
Connector type 1 x Docking station, 1 x USB, 1 x Headphones
Built-in Display
Audio system built-in display LCD
Diagonal size 3.2 in
Resolution 320 x 240
Display menu language French, English, Spanish
Remote Control
Remote control None
Headphones
Headphones type Binaural Ear-bud
Sound output mode Stereo
Connectivity technology Wired
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Product series - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
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Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, red)
Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
Specs: 2.4 in x 0.5 in x 4.3 in, 4.5 oz
Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
Specs: Digital player, AAC, MP3, WMA, 80 GB, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
Manufacturer Info - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
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Microsoft Corp. 


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Address: One Microsoft Way
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Phone: 425/882-8080
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