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Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, red)

Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.   Part number: HPA-00010
$229.99 - $349.95at 5 online stores.
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CNET Editors' rating: 8.3 out of 10
Average user rating: 9.0 out of 10

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CNET Editors' review - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, red)
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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, red)
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Spectacular

9.0

out of 10
Average user rating from 2 users

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10 out of 10 - Perfect
A rare high score from me
Since getting a Zune, my other popular player collects dust. I simply find the Zune to look and... Read more
by Milez5858 (see profile) - July 29, 2008

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.

8 out of 10 - Excellent
Versital, Sturdy device for everyday use.
Having both an iPod 30gb and and older version ZUNE 30GB, I could not pass up the opportunity to... Read more
by dsaumkc (see profile) - July 29, 2008





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Full specifications - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, red)
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Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
Part number: HPA-00010
General
Width 2.4 in
Depth 0.5 in
Height 4.3 in
Weight 4.5 oz
Enclosure Color Red
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, WMAPro, Audible
Digital player playback modes Random play / shuffle
Digital player ID3 tags support Yes
Digital player additional features MPEG-4 playback, JPEG photo playback, Variable bit-rate compatible
Battery
Rechargeable Battery Rechargeable
Battery Enclosure Type Integrated
Technology Lithium ion
Battery Lithium ion Rechargeable Integrated
Battery Life Details Music playback (wireless off) 24 hour(s), Video playback 4 hour(s)
Mfr estimated battery life 24 hour(s)
Connections
Connector type 1 x Headphones / composite video, 1 x Docking station
Slot(s) Required None
Audio System
Sound output mode Stereo
Additional features Built-in games
Cable(s) / Peripheral(s)
Cable(s) included 1 x Data cable - External
Power
Recharge Time 2 hour(s)
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Product series - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, red)
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Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, red)
Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, red)
$229-$349
Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
Specs: 2.4 in x 0.5 in x 4.3 in, 4.5 oz
Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, black)
$229-$549
Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
Specs: Digital player / radio, AAC, MP3, WMA, WMAPro, Audible, 80 GB, Lithium ion Rechargeable Player batteryIntegrated
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Manufacturer Info - Microsoft Zune (second generation, 80GB, red)
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Manufacturer info
Microsoft Corp. 

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http://www.microsoft.com/
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Website: http://www.microsoft.com/
Address: One Microsoft Way
Redmond, WA 98052
Phone: 425/882-8080
E-mail: N/A
Fax:(425) 706-7329

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