DEEP DIVE: Zune 4.0 Software (Part 2)

[djorkid]

can i ask a question ?

i live in the netherlands and im really thinking about importing it here

im a able to sync it with the software provided ?

because of it's usa only ? thanks !

[ThoughtsMedia]

@djorkid Yes, you can download and install the Zune software and sync your music with it. Please go to Zune Thoughts, my Web site, and check out the article entitled "An International Zune User's Guide". It should answer many of your questions.

- Jason

[mmw21111]

I have the Ipod touch 4g and I was looking into the Zune HD for the radio, but looking at this process with Zune, this looks extrmely tedious, all the starting and restarting, loading and downloading, slow wait times...

Apple is much more simpler than this, I get impatient with Itunes, but this software here would drive me insane. Very thorough review, confirms I made the right decision in the Ipod Touch, I can survive without an HD Radio.

[ThoughtsMedia]

@mmw21111 I have an iPod Touch 4G and a Zune, and honestly, the Zune software is about 500% better at everything than iTunes. I loathe iTunes, but I use the Zune software on all my computers to listen to music...

- Jason

[loveyellowcard1994]

i have a question. ive never used a zune before and i was thinking about getting this one. so how do i transfer all of my music, pics, etc. to this zune?

[ThoughtsMedia]

@loveyellowcard1994 You install the Zune desktop software, connect your Zune, and everything transfers over. Basically exactly what I showed in this video...so that's kind of a strange question. :-)

- Jason

[loveyellowcard1994]

@ThoughtsMedia so if i want to uh download stuff for free, i dont have to buy it from microsoft, i can "buy" it from somewhere else and transfer it? sorry, im new to this type of thing.

[ThoughtsMedia]

@loveyellowcard1994 The Zune software will scan any folder on your hard drive, and index music/photos/videos from any source. You do not need to buy your content from Microsoft.

- Jason

[loveyellowcard1994]

@ThoughtsMedia thanks, i definitely will get this now then.

[Wraith161]

so is this the newest, up to date software, because when I opened my zune shortcut, I couldn't find the pins or history, new windows

[ThoughtsMedia]

The Zune software is currently at 4.2.

- Jason

[genestarwindjf80]

Plus theirs no Apps, so I really have no use for apps.

[genestarwindjf80]

I'll trade my silver for your black Zune.

[ThoughtsMedia]

Haha...nope. I like the black one better. :-)

- Jason

[heavypeki]

Something really bothers me. Your monitor. Is there a monitor inside a monitor? I dont get it... I wish someone could tell me.

[ThoughtsMedia]

It's just a Dell 26" LCD TV that I use as a monitor. Low-res for a 26" screen: 1280 x 720.

- Jason

[Sneaky738]

I just got a Zune HD and I was wondering is it hard to navigate through the sofware with all this stuff? I also heard I can convert CD music on my ipod to zune music.

[xrubiez]

are all of the apps free?

[ThoughtsMedia]

Yes, so far all the apps released are free - but they're ad-supported, meaning you see an ad when you first load it up.

- Jason

[GriNGoLocoTe]

Hey, a question: do you know if Zune 4.0 works with the older devices, in particular the last ZUNE 120? I'm thinking of purchasing it...

[ThoughtsMedia]

You mean the Zune 4.0 software? Yes, it works with all Zunes, even the old Zune 30 devices.

- Jason

[xrubiez]

o ok thanks, the adds arent that big of a deal

ZUNE

[NandoSupes]

nice monitor.

[TopCat6780]

Hi, i was wondering if the firmware uptate is available outside the US? I'm UK user if that helps at all...

great video by the way

[ThoughtsMedia]

Yes, the firmware updates will work from anywhere.

- Jason

[littleg42694]

can you upfate a zune 120 to 4.1?

[ThoughtsMedia]

There is an update for the Zune 120, though it doesn't add any significant new features.

- Jason

[Carcharias20]

This guy is very thorough......by far the best media player video I've ever seen. I'm definitely thinking about getting a Zune HD now!

[Dundertaker]

Is Zune HD coming to Canada anytime soon?

[ThoughtsMedia]

Nope.

- Jason

[Dundertaker]

No, as in its not coming to Canada anytime soon

or

No, as in its not coming to Canada. Period.

[ThoughtsMedia]

I don't work for Microsoft, so I don't know the long-term plans for the Zune HD. But even if I did, I probably couldn't tell you, right? Microsoft doesn't tend to announce their plans in advance.

- Jason

[vasquez1000]

i just got my zune HD and 4 some reason i cant download the 4.1 software,,it keeps saying that there is an error,,what do i do??because i keep trying it over and over again but its not working

[ThoughtsMedia]

Could be almost anything. Antivirus software? Spyware on your computer? Local networking problem? Try from another computer - because the Zune download links definitely work...

- Jason

[iHateEmoPeoplesz]

One thing that really a downside for me is the slowness of the application launches. I hope there will be an update that will improve it.

[CR1ST1AN360]

this sucks i have a ZUNE 120 and there is no zune 4.0 update for it i mean come on microsoft

[supdawg444]

That's because the 4.0 software is built for a touch screen derp.

[arkv2]

I like the firmware as it is but it would be awesome to have the quickplay feature in the HDD models too.

[cMARVEL360]

Thank god i'm one of those people that has never ever had a problem with any of my tech. Speicaly with the new and old zunes and the zune software. I don't have an HD yet but my friend got one day one but i set up his zune anything thing myself without any problems.

[affirmativeaction]

and i another question.. i have 30 days to return my zune and honestly it seems like it's really complicated,, and i wanted to ask you to give me your honest opinion... is the ipod touch much better and easier to use? thank you r help!

[MahdiGraph]

iPod touch is much easier and with less problems!!!

much famous too

[affirmativeaction]

when i try to add one of those apps it tells me that there is an error on the media usage rights..?? what happened there? i can"t put those apps into my zune...

[agalmero]

I can't download the software because it's not available in my region >:( !!!

[BabyScrap2009]

can you make a video to see how internet looks on the zune hd?

[ThoughtsMedia]

Watch my Deep Dive Zune HD videos - I show the browser in those videos.

- Jason

[narutofreak1012]

Did you buy the zune or is it a review model?

[ThoughtsMedia]

It's a review unit sent to me by Microsoft.

- Jason

[gotpsp06]

can a zune support divx movies?

[ThoughtsMedia]

No, sadly it can't. There's no support for any form of AVI file, which includes Divx, MJPEG, etc.

- Jason

[DarkMerchant2222]

very good software

[piratapan]

GIEF PART THREE NOW! :D

[ThoughtsMedia]

Part three is uploading right now. :-)

- Jason

[andrewwk6]

hexic is a cool game. I have a question, can you use the zune as a backup device?

[ThoughtsMedia]

Do you mean to keep a backup copy of your music on? Sure. General data files? Nope.

- Jason

[andrewwk6]

yeah I meant data files. that really sucks

[Vagmonster666]

how come your screen is big and your image is so small

[piratapan]

Thought about that too, maybe it is to make it easier to get an overview, but im not sure.

[ThoughtsMedia]

It's an LCD TV. It's a 26 inch monitor at a low resolution - 1280 x 768. Makes it good for using Windows Media Center for watching TV, etc. I don't use it for email, etc.

- Jason

[mikeye9]

the zune software puts iTunes to shame

[Generalvaldez]

totally even thougth market place isnt as big if it was itunes would be blown away