Microsoft has announced a release date and price for the Microsoft Zune digital media player and online service. Zune will be available to consumers in the U.S. on Nov. 14, 2006, just in time for the holidays, and as expected the new Microsoft Zune device will retail for $249.99 in the U.S.
Microsoft says the Zune player and brand will create new ways for entertainment fans to connect and share media experiences device-to-device through the use of wireless technology and new software scenarios.
For $249.99, Zune consumers will get an entertainment experience right out of the box:
• 30GB digital media player will come equipped with wireless functionality for Zune-to-Zune sharing of music, pictures and home recordings; a bright, three-inch LCD video screen that works in portrait or landscape mode to view pictures and videos; and a built-in FM tuner. The device will be available in three colors: black, brown and white.
• A selection of preloaded content including songs, music videos and film shorts are installed on the device’s hard drive to help consumers discover new artists and entertainment.
Zune makes it easy to find music you love — whether it’s songs in your existing library or new music from the Zune Marketplace:
• Its dynamic music service will be continually updated with new content and experiences so there is always something to discover. The Zune Marketplace lets users browse and purchase songs individually.
• A Zune Pass subscription gives consumers access to millions of songs for $14.99 per month.
• Users can purchase songs individually using Microsoft® Points for 79 points per track. Similar to a pre-paid phone card, Microsoft Points is a stored value system that can be redeemed at a growing number of online stores, including the Xbox Live® Marketplace.
In addition, consumers can choose from a full line of accessories to enhance the Zune experience and help Zune users enjoy their entertainment where they want to, at home or on the road. Accessories range in price from $19.99 to $99.99. What's really cool is the Zune will ship pre-loaded with content.
Microsoft pre-loaded each Zune device with a variety of songs and music videos from hot, new artists as well as some fun films and images. With something for everyone, the pre-loaded Zune content may just help you discover your new favorite band. Zune preloaded content includes the following:
Audio Tracks
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Band of Horses, “Wicked Gil” (Sub Pop Records)
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Bitter:Sweet, “The Mating Game” (Quango Music Group)
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CSS, “Alala (Microsoft edit)” (Sub Pop Records)
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Darkel, “At The End of The Sky (edit)” (Astralwerks)
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Every Move a Picture, “Signs of Life” (V2)
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Small Sins, “Stay” (Astralwerks)
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The Adored, “Tell Me Tell Me” (V2)
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The Rakes, “Open Book” (V2)
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The Thermals, “A Pillar of Salt” (Sub Pop Records)
Music Video
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30 Seconds to Mars, “The Kill” (Virgin Records)
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BT, “1.618” (DTS Entertainment)
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Chad VanGaalen, “Red Hot Drops” (Sub Pop Records)
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Coldcut featuring Roots Manuva, “True Skool” (Ninja Tune)
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CSS, “Let’s Make Love and Listen to Death From Above” (Sub Pop Records)
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Fruit Bats, “Live: The Wind That Blew My Heart Away” (Sub Pop Records)
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Grandaddy, “Elevate Myself” (V2)
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Hot Chip, “Over and Over” (Astralwerks Records)
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Kraak & Smaak featuring Dez., “Keep Me Home” (Quango Music Group)
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Kinski, “Live: The Snowy Parts of Scandinavia” (Sub Pop Records)
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Paul Oakenfold, “Faster Kill Pussycat (Featuring Brittany Murphy)” (Maverick Records)
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Serena-Maneesh, “Drain Cosmetics” (Playlouderecordings)
Film Shorts
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5 Boro: “A New York Skateboarding Minute” (Skateboarding)
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Radical Films: “Kranked — Progression” (Mountain Biking)
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TGRTV The North Face (Skiing/Snowboarding)
Images
• A variety of images to personalize a Zune device, including 12 classic rock posters from “Art of Modern Rock”
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