Zune, released its Free software update that allows Zune users to wirelessly stream and
download music from the Zune Marketplace store on the go
Zune is working with high-speed Internet access provider
Wayport Inc. to deliver Zune users free, wireless access to the Zune
Marketplace from more than 9,800 participating McDonald’s restaurants across the U.S.
More Colors and Custom Designs
Zune
Originals, the online store designed to let consumers customize their
Zune player with laser-engraved art and personal text, now also offers
exclusive color combinations. In addition to the recently announced
Zune 16 and Zune 120 available in black at retailers nationwide, Zune
Originals (http://www.zuneoriginals.net)
also will offer the Zune 16 in blue, red, pink and green as an online
exclusive. In addition, Zune Originals is refreshing its collection of
custom artwork with 14 eye-catching new designs from artists such as
Rolito, MWM (Matt W. Moore), Ippei Gyoubu and Aya Kato to give
consumers more options to personalize their Zune experience.
Zune Pass subscribers can
download or stream music from their Zune or computer interchangeably,
all for a flat rate of $14.99 (U.S.) per month. To give people a chance
to experience Zune Pass subscription, Zune is offering a free, 14-day
trial to all new customers. More information is available at http:// www.zune.net/setup .
Estimated retail pricing for the Zune device is as follows:
- 120 GB: $249.99 (U.S.)
- 80 GB: $229.99 (U.S.)1
- 16 GB: $199.00 (U.S.)
- 8 GB: $149.99 (U.S.)
- 4 GB: $129.99 (U.S.) 1