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After mediocre feedback to the leaked Microsoft Pink handsets, Turtle and Pure, now comes word from inside the project itself that the whole house of cards may be close to tumbling. An ex-team member has been talking to Apple Insider about the Pink “skunkworks” project and its mismanagement, including attempting to develop too many SKUs simultaneously, potentially misleading hardware and carrier partners, and in the process pulling the rug out from the already-ailing Windows Mobile. In fact, he reckons the Pink project is “near death and probably will be canceled”.
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Microsoft Pink dying & taking Windows Mobile with it?
By Chris Davies on Friday, Oct 9th 2009 1 CommentZune & Zune Pass could see Apple compatibility; WinMo phones next
By Chris Davies on Wednesday, Oct 7th 2009 No CommentsOne of our key criticisms of the Zune HD was that Microsoft don’t offer a version of their desktop management software for Mac, thus giving Apple users another good reason to stick with the iPod. That might change, though, says Mary-Jo Foley, who has been talking to Microsoft’s director of communications for the TV, Video and Music Business, Jose Pinero. According to Pinero, Microsoft are considering porting the Zune software and services to various non-Windows platforms, one of which would be OS X.
Zune HD shortage lures out price-gouge merchants
By Chris Davies on Monday, Sep 21st 2009 No CommentsNever let it be said we stand in the way of private enterprise – heaven only knows how many times I’ve had to sell handkerchiefs to sailors just to put bread on the table – but taking advantage of Zune HD 32GB shortages to double the price seems more than a little unfair. Amazon are currently listing the larger Zune HD – which we reviewed last week – as not shipping for 1-3 weeks; however, one Marketplace seller has used the opportunity to list the 32GB PMP for a whopping $599.99.
Microsoft Zune HD Review
By Vincent Nguyen on Thursday, Sep 17th 2009 1 CommentMicrosoft’s first Zune attempts won it a few dedicated users but a whole lot of criticism. In the face of Apple’s all-conquering iPod touch there was only really one way to go, and that was touchscreen; the Zune HD marks not only the transition to being finger-friendly, but packs the latest OLED display technology, HD radio and by no means least 720p high-definition support. Clean reboot or BSOD? Check out the full SlashGear review to find out.
It’s time for Microsoft to get serious about media and mobility
By Michael Gartenberg on Wednesday, Sep 16th 2009 1 Comment
This is a follow up note to some folks who work in Redmond (it’s OK for the rest of you to read it if you want to).
Hi guys. How are you doing these days? There’s no doubt that you must be frustrated. Really frustrated. After all, you were in digital music long before Apple, had cool phones that played music long before Apple and in general had a pretty compelling story for the digital consumer that was very complete, but no one paid a whole lot of attention. There were WMA players on the market long before iPod. In fact, Microsoft might have been dominant in digital music if it weren’t for that pesky iPod and iTunes combo. You’ve taken some hard hits, I remember when Apple introduced a flash memory music player, removed features and had customers waiting 2-4 weeks to get one. Gladly waiting I might add and ignoring all those other devices your partners brought to market. Yep, it’s been a tough few years.
Zune HD suffers indignity of teardown
By Chris Davies on Wednesday, Sep 16th 2009 No Comments
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If seeing the outside of Microsoft's Zune HD wasn't good enough for you, then Rapid Repair have gone a few steps further and fully dismantled the touchscreen OLED PMP. Their latest teardown delivers no great surprises - unlike the iPod touch 3G, there's no sign of a camera module nook, nor untapped WiFi potential - but the mediaplayer itself is deemed relatively straightforward (though warranty-breaking) to get inside should you need to attempt a DIY fix.
Zune HD AV Dock, Jam Jacket CordSaver, Action Jacket and Incipio underground case
By Vincent Nguyen on Tuesday, Sep 15th 2009 2 CommentsIt’s not just the Zune HD that Microsoft dropped off; they also sent a bundle of the new accessories for the touchscreen OLED PMP, including the Zune HD AV Dock, Jam Jacket’s CordSaver and Action Jacket cases, and Incipio’s underground case. Check out our first impressions of the accessories after the cut.
Zune 4.0 Software released; Zune HD to get 3D gaming, Twitter & Facebook
By Chris Davies on Tuesday, Sep 15th 2009 No CommentsIt comes as no great surprise, given our unboxing video and hands-on with the new PMP is already live, but Microsoft have officially announced the Zune HD. As well as reconfirming the specs we’ve already heard – NVIDIA Tegra processor, 720p HD playback, OLED multitouch touchscreen and either 16GB or 32GB of storage – Microsoft have also revealed that yes, the Zune HD will play 3D games such as Project Gotham Racing: Ferrari Edition and Audiosurf Tilt together with getting Twitter and Facebook clients later in 2009.
Zune HD hands-on and unboxing video
By Vincent Nguyen on Tuesday, Sep 15th 2009 No CommentsIt feels like a long time from the early rumors to devices on shelves, but Microsoft’s latest PMP, the Zune HD, is finally here. Packing WiFi along with a touch-sensitive OLED display, the Zune HD is based on NVIDIA’s Tegra 720p-capable chipset and promises not only music and high-definition video but also Internet access and gaming.
Video unboxing and demo, plus gallery, after the cut
Zune HD premature promo video confirms 3D gaming
By Chris Davies on Monday, Sep 14th 2009 No CommentsWith the Zune HD officially launching in a matter of hours, it isn’t long before all the mysteries of Microsoft’s new PMP are splayed open like a druid sacrifice. Still, until then we’ll keep gobbling up whatever we’re given, such as some prematurely posted adverts for the Zune HD and seemingly confirmation that it will be capable of 3D gaming.
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