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Zune services considered for iPods, other platforms
Meanwhile, "next step is mobile phones" 7 October 2009 12:17 GMT
Seemingly giving up on the bigger picture as far as hardware goes, Microsoft is considering offering its Zune software and services to other platforms, ZDNet reports.

The whisper is a credible one - it comes direct from Jose Pinero, director of communications...
iFixit's Zune HD tear-down is complete
Detailed hardware analysis ready to peruse 16 September 2009 11:13 GMT
Following the deconstruction of the brand new iPods last week, iFixit has given the same treatment to Microsoft's new Zune HD PMP.

Of particular interest to those who care about what components the new player is comprised of, it seems it's a Samsung display,...
Zune HD goes on sale in the US
Microsoft's new media player gets retail debut as Zune software updated 15 September 2009 11:17 GMT
The Microsoft Zune HD is now available in the States, while an update for the Zune PC software has also now been released.

For the first time, both standard and high-def movies can be purchased or rented through the Zune Marketplace online store, while a new...
PHOTOS: Zune HD
Hands-on with the yet to be released MP3 player 24 August 2009 3:00 GMT
We don't do Mr Blurrycam here at Pocket-lint, instead we take out the biggest camera we have and make sure that when we get a photo hands-on with the latest gadget you get the pictures crisp and clear.

The latest grab? The Zune HD when it made a pre-release...
Microsoft courting iPhone developers for Zune?
Third-party apps on the agenda 14 August 2009 11:22 GMT
If reports are accurate, then Microsoft is attempting to rope the developers of popular iPhone apps into developing for the Zune HD, going as far to offer "a bucket of money".

John Gruber at Daring Fireball recieved an email from the developer of an iPhone Twitter...
Zune HD pre-order begins
Colour options detailed 13 August 2009 16:52 GMT
Microsoft has announced that the pre-order period for its eagerly awaited Zune HD MP3 player has begun, and will continue until 15 September when - later than previously reported on Pocket-lint - the device will go on sale in the US.

The device will be available...
Pricing leaks for Zune HD
16GB for $220, 32GB for $290 11 August 2009 11:00 GMT
Zune's rather a leaky ship. In the absence of any official announcements, we've had leaks of the full specs, the release date, all the promotional images, and now the pricing.

The 16GB version of the MP3 player will cost $220 (about £130 at time of writing)...
Zune HD images emerge
Official shots leaked early 5 August 2009 10:31 GMT
Microsoft's Zune HD has been revealed pictorially with what appears to be the slightly early release of some official images.

As Zune fans will know, the new player will come with a 16:9 widescreen format OLED touchscreen display, the ability to ouput 720p...
Zune HD due 8 September
Leaked docs suggest launch date 25 June 2009 8:36 GMT
The new Zune, the next-gen version of Microsoft's answer to the iPod, will launch in the States on 8 September, reports suggest.

US blog Gizmodo has reportedly received internal Microsoft docs from a tipster that states the already-announced Zune HD, in 16GB...
VIDEO: BBC shows off its "Blue Room" full of gadgets
Staff tech training facility exposed 12 June 2009 13:40 GMT
We're feeling jealous. Although the Pocket-lint stronghold is full of gadgets, it's not as packed-to-the-brim with tech toys as the BBC's incredible "Blue Room" facility, which it uses for staff training.

The Blue Room exists so that BBC personnel can test out...
Microsoft: Zune to be more than just an MP3 player
"We’ll offer the full digital entertainment experience spanning screens, devices, platforms" 27 May 2009 6:18 GMT
Microsoft has announced what it claims is the "evolution" of the Zune MP3 player into a brand, as it tries to move the offering away from being just a personal music player.

The news opens up the possibility of a much rumoured Zune phone, as well as the...
Microsoft Zune HD official
Coming with OLED, HD Radio and 720p support 27 May 2009 6:03 GMT
Microsoft has confirmed the rumours and announced a new Zune MP3 player in America called the Zune HD.

The new player, which will only be available in the US for the time being, will come with a 16:9 widescreen format OLED touchscreen display and will offer...
VIDEO: Microsoft attacks Apple over iTunes prices
Claims it costs $30,000 to fill a 120GB iPod 12 May 2009 13:06 GMT
Microsoft's assault against Apple on the pricing front continues, with the latest salvo coming from its Zune division. A recent advert contrasts the price of filling up an iPod with the subscription cost for its Zune Pass service.

Microsoft claims that it costs...
Microsoft: Hold off on iPhone and Pre
Tweets hint at big phone-themed Zune launch in June - UPDATED 12 May 2009 10:32 GMT
UPDATE: The Twitter account referred to in this story has been revealed as a fake, none of the hints were from a Microsoft employee, please see link below to updated news story.

ORIGINAL NEWS: Despite Microsoft's constant denials that it's to offer a Zune-themed...
More ZuneHD details emerge
OLED screened PMP Blighty-bound 15 April 2009 12:17 GMT
We've previously brought you news of Microsoft's rumoured "ZuneHD" PMP, but more news has now emerged about the device, including the fact that it's Blighty-bound.

A Windows Mobile site has apparently received leaked details about the new device from a news...
Microsoft Zune HD inbound
Image leak suggests new model coming 11 April 2009 22:40 GMT
Microsoft is set to release a new version of its MP3 player, the Zune, in America gadget site Engadget is reporting.

Called the Zune HD, the new MP3 player - if the rumours and leaked pictures are to be believed - will sport a large touchscreen display with...
Microsoft making a mobile for launch this year
Analysts see flagship smartphone coming in 2009 6 February 2009 10:53 GMT
Microsoft is planning to launch its own smartphone, if a research note from US company Broadpoint AmTech is to be believed.

Citing ""multiple industry sources", two analysts from the firm have told their investment clients that Microsoft is planning to launch...
Microsoft hints at Zune's future as it denies death of device
"Other markets" mention 27 January 2009 12:34 GMT
Microsoft has insisted its Zune media player range is not heading for the big, failed MP3 player recycling bin in the sky.

Following news that the platform has apparently lost Microsoft $100 million and sales of the players dropped over 50% in the last quarter,...
Microsoft explains Zune glitch
Leap year issue caused players to freeze 2 January 2009 9:34 GMT
30GB Microsoft Zune owners experienced problems with their media players at the end of 2008.

It seems owners of the iPod rivals players suffered from the devices "freezing" on 31 December. The Zunes would not boot up or play the stored music, videos and games...
Microsoft revamps Zune music subscriptions
"Pass" subscribers get to keep 10 songs a month 20 November 2008 10:37 GMT
Microsoft has announced "landmark agreements" with both major and independent music labels for a new subscription music model for its Zune MP3 player.

The Zune Pass subscription service currently gives consumers on-demand access to millions of tracks for $14.99...
Microsoft launches Astrology-themed Zunes
Zodiac Zunes 7 November 2008 15:35 GMT
In the States, Microsoft has released its Zodiac Series of Zunes through the Zune Originals online store. The custom laser engravings will include all 12 signs of the Western zodiac as well as animals for each of the Chinese years, designed by Microsoft's own resident artist...
VIDEO: Tech week in view 10-10-08
A vid rundown of this week's biggest stories (and what we thought of them) 10 October 2008 10:37 GMT
The biggest story this week was the launch of the BlackBerry Storm, but what impact will this consumer-focused smartphone have on the market? And should Apple be worried?

But also, could Microsoft be planning another contender for the iPhone's crown?
Windows Zune phones to arrive next year?
Audio software to be put into Windows Mobile devices 8 October 2008 11:54 GMT
Microsoft's CEO has sworn blind that the company is not about to start making its own mobile phones.

But rumours are circling the web that the company may nevertheless deal a blow to rival Apple by bringing its Zune audio tech to phones that run Windows Mobile.
Microsoft releases Zune software update
Along with free McDonald's Wi-Fi and new colours 16 September 2008 13:55 GMT
Microsoft has released the Zune software update revealed previously, that grants news features to the media players.

The new software will allow Zune users to wirelessly stream and download music from the Zune Marketplace store on the go; tag and purchase songs...
Microsoft reveals new Zune firmware
And 16GB and 120GB models 9 September 2008 11:22 GMT
In the States, Microsoft has announced new firmware, and new capacity models for its Zune media player range.

On the device side of things, there are new 16GB and 120GB capacities as well as a new blue-on-silver and an all-black colour schemes.