Although set for launch next week, it appears Microsoft has jumped the gun and begun selling the 64GB model of the Zune HD early.
The model sells for $349 USD, which is a $50 discount from the comparable iPod Touch model.
Additionally, Microsoft has dropped the price of smaller capacity models, with the 16GB model dropping to an MSRP of $200 and the 32GB model to $270. Of course, Amazon ... [ read the full article ]
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Originally posted by atomicxl: The price is comparable to other MP3 players but it seems crazy that you can almost buy two 360s for the price of a Zune.
It's the portability and other premium features that Apple doesn't offer that makes it this price, but yeah I can get myself a Sansa Fuze (8GB @$70) and 4 16GB microSD cards (@$50/piece) for that price, but it depends on what is defined as a great player by consumer's preference.
I have a 32HD and it's simply the best portable music player I've owned. (since back to my first, a Diamond Rio 256K)
It'll soon be merged into their Windows Mobile 7 phone, but as of now it's worth a look for a great PMP.
